Ebrahim Rahman
Rustenburg
Summary
Dynamic Fitter and Mechanical Foreman with extensive experience within the mining industry, adept at optimizing operations and enhancing efficiency through lean manufacturing techniques. Proven track record in process troubleshooting and project leadership, achieving a 35% increase in operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with ISO standards and safety regulations. Proficient in SAP and skilled in performance optimization.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Maintenance process controller/ mechanical foreman
Lonmin Platinum/Sibanye stillwater
Rustenburg
10.2008 - 05.2024
- Maintenance process controller at BMR 2008 to 2010
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and machinery, identifying and reporting maintenance needs.
- Participated in safety meetings, adhering to and promoting strict safety guidelines and practices.
- Trained new staff on process control techniques, safety protocols, and quality standards.
- Documented all process adjustments and interventions for compliance and audit purposes.
- Smelter mechanical equipment maintenance 2010-2019
- Smelter mechanical foreman 2020-09-30 until 2024-05-30
- Maintenance, repairs and rebuilding of Open Arc Furnaces.
- Coordinated with other trades professionals to facilitate smooth completion of multi-disciplinary projects.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to assemble machinery and systems correctly.
- Adhered to strict health and safety protocols during installation and repair activities to prevent accidents.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability for scheduled maintenance tasks.
- Installed and maintained complex mechanical systems, contributing to Subcontractor management
- Safety assessments
- Resource coordination
- Contingency planning
- Manufacturing processes
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Safety protocol development
- Budget and cost reduction
- Machine and tools inspection
- Tool documentation management.
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Project risk assessments
- Health and Safety regulations
- Predictive maintenance
- Improved machinery efficiency.
- Managed fabricating, assembling, and installing to comply with piping system responsibilities.
- Diagnosed faults in machinery and equipment, swiftly implementing effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Led training sessions for junior fitters, enhancing team skills and knowledge in machinery maintenance.
- Took appropriate health and safety precautions to minimize risk of injury.
- Inspected machines thoroughly to locate faults using Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Analyzed process data and identified areas for improvement and efficiency.
- Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Monitored and supervised all mechanical activities in the workshop.
- Ordered parts needed for repairs or scheduled replacements when necessary.
Mechanical Foreman
Impala Platinum
03.2007 - 10.2008
- Mf2 concentrator plant co-ordination.
- Developed maintenance schedules to maximize machinery lifespan and reduce instances of unexpected failures.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate smooth operation of mechanical processes within the manufacturing plant.
- Analyzed mechanical failures to identify root causes and implemented corrective actions to prevent future issues.
- Assessed and improved workflow processes within the mechanical department, leading to a 35% increase in operational efficiency.
- Maintained varied records for easy retrieval of maintenance information.
- Coordinated decommissioning and safe disposal of outdated machinery, complying with environmental regulations and standards.
- Interpreted and modified work order for proper completion of requested task, verifying validity of requests via SAP System.
Fitter and Machinist
Xstrata Chrome ltd
Rustenburg
06.2000 - 05.2006
- Maintenance, repairs and rebuilding of Open Arc Furnaces
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment to ensure safety.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote efficient operations.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Carried out repairs on hydraulic systems as instructed by supervisor.
- Aligned machines properly for efficient operation.
- Inspected machines and identified any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Implemented best practices for safe operation within the manufacturing environment.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Identifying signs of potential problems with boilers and pressure vessels, such as tube leakage, scaling, pitting, metals discoloration and refractory failures.
Fitter and Machinist
Anglo Platinum
Rustenburg
01.1994 - 03.2000
- Underground equipment maintenance and repair of: Chair-lifts, loaders, locomotives, loading-boxes ore passes, scraper winches, single drum winches, man-carriages, trackless loaders and Atlas compressors
- Assembled machinery components following detailed specifications and diagrams.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment to ensure safety.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
Education
NQF 4 And 5 Suprevisory -
Maccauvleui
Westonaria, GP11-2024
Fitting And Machining - Engineering
JCI
Randfontein, GP07-1996
MATRIC - Academic
Zinniaville Secondary School
Rustenburg11-1993
Skills
- SAP system proficiency
- MS Office expertise
- Statistical analysis
- Process troubleshooting
- Operations coordination
- Performance optimization
- Deadline management
- Lean maintenance techniques
- Automation technology
- Cost reduction strategies
- Project leadership
- Continuous improvement
- ISO standards familiarity
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Production flow analysis
Hobbies and Interests
- Engineering designs
- Reading and team sports
- Puzzle solving
Languages
Afrikaans
English
Languages
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
Plan Organize Lead and Control (POLC - Maccauvlei)
Timeline
Maintenance process controller/ mechanical foreman
Lonmin Platinum/Sibanye stillwater
10.2008 - 05.2024
Mechanical Foreman
Impala Platinum
03.2007 - 10.2008
Fitter and Machinist
Xstrata Chrome ltd
06.2000 - 05.2006
Fitter and Machinist
Anglo Platinum
01.1994 - 03.2000
NQF 4 And 5 Suprevisory -
Maccauvleui
Fitting And Machining - Engineering
JCI
MATRIC - Academic
Zinniaville Secondary School