Daniel Katjedi
GCC Engineer
Polokwane,LP
Summary
Innovative and safety-focused GCC engineer with 7 years of practical experience in the mining industry. Leveraged engineering skills to ensure safe and efficient operation of underground, opencast, and minerals processing equipment. Solid understanding of Mine Health and Safety Act, South African Bureau of Standards, original equipment manufacturer's codes, and industry legislation. Proven expertise in project management and financial management. Proficient in drafting, implementing, and monitoring adherence to safety regulations, policies, and mine standards to enhance overall compliance and promote a culture of safety. Experienced with applying engineering principles to real-world problems, leading to impactful solutions. Utilizes analytical skills and technical knowledge to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of effective team collaboration and project completion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Resident Engineer
Lephalale Solar Plant
Polokwane Local Municipality, Limpopo, Lephalale
10.2024 - Current
- Appointed in terms of section 7(4) and regulation 2.13.1 of the Mine Health and Safety Act, responsible for construction of the following: 77.8 MW solar plant, step-up substation (33kV/132kV), 2 overhead transmission lines 132kV for redundancy, perimeter fencing and security systems, water supply system, roadways, buildings and step-down substation (132kV/33kV), planned to supply base load of Grootgeluk Coal 33kV substation
- Responsibilities for all mechanical and electrical installations within the boundaries of Lephalale Solar Plant, inspection, monitoring and implementing features to improve safety and usability
- Safety of all self-propelled mobile equipment allocated to my area
• Contractors performing construction, erection, commissioning or maintenance work are also subject to direction and instruction by me to ensure compliance with the requirements of the act and regulations
• Responsible for the safe erection and proper maintenance of all buildings, structures and tanks
• Ensure that all safety appliances, mechanisms and guards are maintained in good condition and that the operation of any apparatus or machine which may constitute danger to the health and safety of persons, is stopped immediately
• Ensure that the provisions of the regulations relating to machinery are fully complied with
• The compilation of engineering and other Procedures, Standards, Instructions and Codes
• Monitor adherence to the mine standards, procedures and industry legislative requirements - Monitored construction progress, updating documents and information.
- Wrote reports, kept thorough field notes and logged daily activities.
- Evaluated and adjusted construction and engineering processes to maximize project efficiency, solving technical problems.
- Reviewed design drawings and specifications with meticulous attention to detail, identifying errors or areas requiring clarification before construction commenced.
Unit Manager Engineering
Sibanye Stillwater
Rustenburg, Marikana
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Engineer appointed in terms of regulation 2.13.3.1 of the Mine Health and Safety Act to support production in all aspects of engineering.
- Developed project concepts and maintain optimal workflow.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, including regular inspections to prevent unexpected breakdowns and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Optimized staffing levels by monitoring unit needs and making data-driven adjustments to scheduling as necessary.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Engineer in Training
Sibanye Stillwater
Rustenburg, Marikana
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Utilized Solidworks Star CCM+ to complete renderings of full project designs and individual components.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assessed employee work and improved performance with couching and leading approaches.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Company Overview: Business Units: Open Cast Hossy, Rowland Shaft, k4 Concentrator, Marikana Smelter and Base Metal Refinery
• Improve my skills in the different mining and processing methods
• Explore principles of operations of key equipment on surface, underground and at processing plants
• Implement maintenance regimes and the legislation associated with safe design, installation, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of equipment
• Complete annexure E modules in preparation to write GCC (Mines and Works)
• Work with appointed engineers to accomplish safe design, installation, operation and maintenance of equipment, buildings, and structures both underground and on surface
• Relieve Engineers, General Engineering Supervisors and Foremen within the organisation appointed in terms of regulation 2.13.6.1, 2.6.1 and 2.9.2 of the mine health and safety act
• Managed a team of foremen and artisans to ensure proper work management, critical spares management and monthly departmental budget
• Coordinate root course failure analysis on all serious incidents (to health and safety of persons and equipment damage) and implementing measures to avoid re-occurrence
Education
Bachelor's of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University Of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Auckland Park 01.2015 - 12.2019
Skills
Ability to lead
Couching
I have undergone a Lead supervisory course to improve my couching skills. I had an opportunity to work as an acting general foreman, that is when I got an opportunity to couch my team. My team performance was hugely improved, maintained high quality service and completed jobs in expected time.
Timeline
Resident Engineer
Lephalale Solar Plant
10.2024 - Current
Unit Manager Engineering
Sibanye Stillwater
01.2024 - 09.2025
Engineer in Training
Sibanye Stillwater
01.2019 - 12.2023
Bachelor's of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University Of Johannesburg
01.2015 - 12.2019
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