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DUANE DENVER PAYNE

Hospitality & Tourism, Health And Safety, Engineering And Construction
Darling

Summary

Proven expertise in enhancing operational efficiency and safety, demonstrated during tenure at HESPER ENGINEERING. Skilled in heavy equipment operations and project management, with a strong focus on achieving results through meticulous risk management and exceptional communication. Increased equipment reliability by 30% through proactive maintenance and innovative problem-solving.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

FARM ASSISTANT

OUDEPOST
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in livestock care, ensuring proper feeding, housing, and medical attention when needed.
  • Participated in community outreach events showcasing importance of agriculture while also marketing farm products directly to consumers.
  • Worked on cultivation plans for crop production operations.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.

GAME RANGER

BUFFELSFONTEIN GAME AND NATURE RESERVE, CAPE TOWN
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Collaborated with other rangers to develop effective patrol strategies, ensuring overall park safety and security.
  • Led guided tours, providing informative and engaging experiences for park visitors.
  • Communicated through multi-frequency radio and obtained and transmitted information in field to dispatch other staff and agencies.
  • Conducted environmental impact assessments to guide sustainable park development.
  • Conducted daily patrols of park boundaries and remote areas to monitor resource conditions, report violations, and maintain visible presence for visitor safety.
  • Performed facilities and structure construction and maintenance to conserve grounds and environment.

SEMI-SKILLED BOILERMAKER AND MIG WELDER

VIDEX TANKS
04.2019 - 11.2021
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
  • Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
  • Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
  • Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
  • Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
  • Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
  • Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
  • Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
  • Streamlined assembly processes for enhanced productivity, utilizing advanced welding techniques.
  • Enhanced weld quality by utilizing MIG welding techniques for various metal types and thicknesses.
  • Achieved high-quality finishes with expert grinding and polishing skills, enhancing appearance of final products.

Mechanical Fitter AND TECHNICIAN

CHRISTY BOILERS
01.2017 - 08.2018

SEVLAVDismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.

  • Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
  • Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
  • Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
  • Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
  • Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
  • Connected pipes through caulking, gluing and welding.
  • Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for project.
  • Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
  • Improved workplace safety measures by conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
  • Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.

SKILLED MECHANICAL MARINE FITTER

HESPER ENGINEERING
04.2012 - 06.2017
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Minimized equipment failures through diligent monitoring of performance indicators such as oil pressures, temperatures, and fluid levels.
  • Contributed to successful sea trials by testing and fine-tuning new vessel equipment installations.
  • Kept abreast of technological advancements in the field of marine engineering to recommend modernized equipment upgrades when necessary.
  • Maintained fleet reliability by managing inventory of spare parts and coordinating timely replacements.
  • Reduced downtime for repairs through effective communication with ship''s crew and efficient problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to safety by adhering to industry best practices, relevant regulations, and internal guidelines during all marine engineering tasks.

Rope Access Technician and Rigger

Toprope/Ropetech/TRC
03.2001 - 09.2011
  • Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction through clear communication and professional service delivery.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between tasks within projects, contributing to the overall effectiveness of workflows in diverse contexts.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by providing training and guidance on rope access techniques.
  • Safeguarded the integrity of structures through meticulous inspections using non-destructive testing methods.
  • Improved safety measures by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Minimized risks associated with working at heights, implementing appropriate safety protocols and procedures.
  • Played an integral role in quality control efforts for completed projects, ensuring that all work met or exceeded client specifications and expectations.
  • Assisted in emergency response efforts, utilizing rope access skills to reach difficult areas and ensure public safety.
  • Coordinated maintenance and responded to repair calls for assigned sites.
  • Replaced light bulbs and coaxial cables.
  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
  • Streamlined communication between riggers, crane operators, and supervisors for more efficient project execution.
  • Reduced project downtime with proactive equipment maintenance and prompt issue resolution.

Education

Operative Overhead Grantry Cranes -

Jocasse Training And Fire Services
04.2001 -

First Aid - Level One -

St John Caring For People
04.2001 -

Small Hand Tools And Safety -

D&G Training School
04.2001 -

Level 2 Rope Access Technician - Rope Access

Irata International Industrial Rope Access TA
04.2001 -

Survival Centre - Off-shore Survival -

Cape Peninsula University, Dep of Maritime Studies
04.2001 -

Introduction To Personal Computing -

Inttuition Computer College
04.2001 -

Skills

Livestock Handling

OSHA Compliance

Crane Operation

Lifting Techniques

Rigging Inspection

Site Maintenance

Customer Relations

Equipment Operation

Safety oversight

Risk Management

Heavy equipment operations

Hand and Power Tool Operation

Construction management

Heavy Lifting

Blueprint Reading

Facilities Maintenance

Timeline

FARM ASSISTANT

OUDEPOST
01.2024 - Current

GAME RANGER

BUFFELSFONTEIN GAME AND NATURE RESERVE, CAPE TOWN
11.2022 - 02.2024

SEMI-SKILLED BOILERMAKER AND MIG WELDER

VIDEX TANKS
04.2019 - 11.2021

Mechanical Fitter AND TECHNICIAN

CHRISTY BOILERS
01.2017 - 08.2018

SKILLED MECHANICAL MARINE FITTER

HESPER ENGINEERING
04.2012 - 06.2017

Operative Overhead Grantry Cranes -

Jocasse Training And Fire Services
04.2001 -

First Aid - Level One -

St John Caring For People
04.2001 -

Small Hand Tools And Safety -

D&G Training School
04.2001 -

Level 2 Rope Access Technician - Rope Access

Irata International Industrial Rope Access TA
04.2001 -

Survival Centre - Off-shore Survival -

Cape Peninsula University, Dep of Maritime Studies
04.2001 -

Introduction To Personal Computing -

Inttuition Computer College
04.2001 -

Rope Access Technician and Rigger

Toprope/Ropetech/TRC
03.2001 - 09.2011
DUANE DENVER PAYNEHospitality & Tourism, Health And Safety, Engineering And Construction