Daniel Mawelewele
Richardsbay
Summary
Results-driven depot leader overseeing daily operations in staffing, planning and resource management. Strengthens team capability through targeted recruitment, training and performance management. Ensures compliance with health and safety procedures while managing risk assessments. Communicates policies effectively, addresses customer complaints and engages staff to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Depot Manager
Transnet Freight Rail
Richardsbay
03.2022 - Current
- Directed daily operations to enhance depot efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated planning for depot expansion and growth initiatives with senior management.
- Controlled expenditures by promoting efficient use of resources and materials.
- Enforced health and safety procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Managed recruitment and training for new employees to build skills.
- Resolved customer complaints to restore satisfaction and maintain reputation.
- Communicated and enforced new policies, procedures, and programmes from head office.
- Built a positive work environment to strengthen teamwork and engagement.
Section Manager
Transnet Freight Rail
Richardsbay
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Implemented health and safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Enforced team compliance with health and safety requirements to maintain standards.
- Managed team performance by communicating regular feedback and improvements required through appraisals.
- Coordinated team meetings daily to delegate tasks, communicate priorities and discuss goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current best practices, implementing improvements to meet industry standards.
- Addressed staff concerns and sought remedial action to improve retention.
Train Driver
Transnet Freight Rail
Richardsbay
10.2006 - 10.2019
- Assisted in training new train drivers, sharing expertise and promoting best practices in railway operations.
- Taught train driving principles and demonstrated equipment functionality to apprentices and new staff, aiding individuals with understanding train operations.
- Ensured timely train operations by maintaining scheduled arrivals and departures at stations. within schedule by attending and departing train stations at scheduled times.
- Worked flexibly across various shifts, including weekends and public holidays, to meet operational needs.
Education
Btech Operations Management - Operations management
Unisa
Durban, KZN01-2021
Skills
- Depot operations
- Health and safety
- Operational efficiency
- Budget control
- Risk assessment
- Performance management
- Recruitment training
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Depot Manager
Transnet Freight Rail
03.2022 - Current
Section Manager
Transnet Freight Rail
10.2019 - 03.2022
Train Driver
Transnet Freight Rail
10.2006 - 10.2019
Btech Operations Management - Operations management
Unisa