Self development
Donovan Faul
Self Employed
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Dynamic business owner and former SHEQ Manager with a proven track record in operations management and customer engagement. Expert in financial oversight and project planning, successfully implementing safety protocols that reduced workplace accidents. Adept at coaching teams to achieve operational excellence while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Self Employed
06.2021 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Running of day-to-day functions, from quoting to finished product according to clients needs.
- Daily accounting tasks and all admin related functions.
- Ensuring that timelines and had overs are met accordingly to the the clients needs.
- See to it that all hand tools, power tools and materials are in a good serviceable condition.
Financial Planner
Various
10.2013 - 03.2022
- Educated clients on various investment products and tax-saving strategies, empowering informed decision making.
- Drafted comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments, ensuring appropriate asset allocation aligned with clients'' risk tolerance levels.
- Coached and advised clients in business plans and processes to achieve profit objectives.
- Offered clients specific products to fit specific needs for Retirement & Investment Planning, Income Tax, Principles of Business Financial Planning, Risk Planning, Introduction to Financial Panning, Wills & Administration of Deceased Estates and Short Term Insurance.
SHEQ Manager
Various
06.2005 - 09.2013
- Reviewed supplier contracts and performance data to ensure alignment with organizational expectations regarding quality standards, environmental responsibility, health and safety protocols.
- Conducted internal and external audits, identifying gaps in processes and implementing measures to drive accountability for HSE compliance.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies, facilitating smooth inspections and successful permit renewals.
- Championed a culture of safety throughout the organization through consistent communication, education, and reinforcement of best practices.
- Reduced workplace accidents through comprehensive safety training programs and proactive hazard identification.
- Developed and executed comprehensive emergency response plans, equipping employees with critical knowledge and tools to effectively manage crisis situations.
- Oversaw incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to prevent recurrence of issues.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Conduct firefighting training, first aid training & evacuation training for hotel staff.
- Conduct investigations into all incident reports.
- Liaise with all local authorities and services.
- Fire Fighting
- First Aid
- Trauma Management
Shipping Engineer (2nd Engineer)
Various
03.1995 - 01.2005
- Sharing responsibilities in the overall operations in all aspects of ship operational requirements while out at sea for up to three months at a time.
- Carry out repairs/maintenance as required at sea and on shore with strong skills in all of the following trades: Engine repairs & servicing, Welding, Hydraulics, Refrigeration, Electrical, Plumbing, Woodwork & all other general maintenance.
- Quick thinker and being able to think on your feet in emergencies.
- Duties were on Bulk Carriers, Cargo Carriers and Long-liners.
- Pro-active Management and servicing in all fields.
- Maintain a log book of servicing and plan timing for bigger jobs in port.
- Report to Chief Engineer, Ships Owners and agents regarding all breakdowns, repairs and orders.
Aluminium Fabricator/Installer Service Specialist
Alpro Aluminium
04.1995 - 03.1996
- Manufacturing and installation of aluminium profile windows, sliding doors and shopfronts.
- Breaking down existing structures to prepare for new installations.
- Sandblasting glass art using vinyl.
- Glazing and glass cutting.
Education
No Degree - Maritime Engineer (Marine Motorman Grade 2)
04.2001 -
- Marine Motorman Grade 2
- Firefighting at Sea
- First Aid at Sea
- Survival at Sea
No Degree - Financial Planning
04.2001 -
- Anti-Money Laundering.
- Regulatory Exam 2 (RE2)
- Estate Planning & Taxes
- Risk Planning
- Investment Planning
- Pre & Post Retirement Planning
- Education Planning
- Medical Cover
- Short Term Insurance
No Degree - Security Industry (Grade B)
04.2001 -
Skills
Operations management
Business operations management
Customer engagement
Attention to detail
Project planning
Task delegation
Coaching and mentoring
Financial oversight
Administrative operations
Certification
Pest Control Officer
Interests
Fishing
Kickboxing
Biking
Camping
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator - Self Employed
06.2021 - Current
Financial Planner - Various
10.2013 - 03.2022
SHEQ Manager - Various
06.2005 - 09.2013
South African Maritime Training Academy - No Degree, Maritime Engineer (Marine Motorman Grade 2)
04.2001 -
Milpark - No Degree, Financial Planning
04.2001 -
Anmar Security - No Degree, Security Industry (Grade B)
04.2001 -
Aluminium Fabricator/Installer Service Specialist - Alpro Aluminium
04.1995 - 03.1996
Shipping Engineer (2nd Engineer) - Various
03.1995 - 01.2005