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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Software
Timeline
ERNST HENDRIK  DE WITT

ERNST HENDRIK DE WITT

Freelance Consultant
Thabazimbi,Limpopo

Summary

PERSONAL DETAILS

NAME Ernst Hendrik

SURNAME De Witt

I.D. Nr 6208175051088

DATE OF BIRTH 17 August 1962

PLACE OF BIRTH Krugersdorp

NATIONALITY S A Citizen

MARITAL STATUS Married

TITLE Mr

CHILDREN 3

HEALTH Good

HOME ADDRESS 4048 Tonie Bouwer Street

Extension 37

Thabazimbi

Postal Address PO Box 2256

Thabazimbi

0380

PHONE NUMBER Cell: 066 233 4365

DRIVER’S LICENCE CODE 8

I am involved in the Thabazimbi community in helping them with their basic services and helping the municipality to identify en report problems that occur in the town.

I do this without any financial support and on my own time outside working hours. I am a very hard, diligent and organized worker. I am a dependable person who is great at time management.

I am able to handle multiple tasks on a daily basis and use a creative approach to problem solving.

I am a quick learner and is always willing to learn new things. I have extensive knowledge of mining operations (surface and underground) and will therefore be a great asset to your company.

I am a problem solver and can manage any amount of work I am completely computer literate and have a vast knowledge in Microsoft programs.

Resourceful Project Manager with 15 years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Leads procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. Knowledgeable in accounting principles, bookkeeping, budget and financial management.

  • Inspirational Project Leader with talents in planning and implementing all stages of projects and selecting the most effective approaches and processes for timely project completion. Outstanding personal organization and risk management abilities. Big picture thinker with expertise in [Area of expertise].

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Language

Work History

Project Leader

BTL Mining & Projects
Rustenburg, North West
03.2018 - 10.2020
  • Managed team meetings and discussed project's goals and objectives.
  • Observed progress of each project, examined risks and coordinated contingency plans.
  • Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
  • Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
  • Inspired and coached team members.
  • Provided ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting and managed cost allocation.
  • Planned out and executed total of [Number] projects in [Year].
  • Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
  • Aligned with staff members to develop, identify and achieve assigned goals and initiatives.
  • Eliminated recordkeeping errors through effective management of [Type] costs for [Location].
  • Defined responsibilities, duties, and roles of each team member.
  • Led team of engineers in providing design and engineering solutions to various clients and market sectors.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates and processes.
  • Provided team with coaching and direction.
  • Set up and managed team meetings.
  • Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
  • Drove team's execution of quality management throughout division, improving process effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, resource and process efficiency.
  • Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
  • Planned, executed and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
  • Performed independent analysis and provided recommendations to overcome project obstacles.
  • Implemented actions to mitigate risk by developing contingency and avoidance strategies.
  • Analyzed financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems.
  • Recruited, hired and supervised resources to staff project team.
  • Managed risk, investigated solutions and established project recovery plans.
  • Developed and followed baseline project plan and milestones for task completion.
  • Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Defined responsibilities and roles of [Number] team members.
  • Monitored progress and examined risks of various projects, including setting forth contingency plans.

Site Manager

Rock Safe Mining
Rustenburg, North West
02.2006 - 02.2018
  • Rasimone (BRPM SOUTH) Union Mine (SPUD #).
  • Handled all issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for [Number] years.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of [Job title]s needed to complete job.
  • Boosted team productivity through enhanced [Action] and streamlining of [Type] tasks.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Delegated assignments based on [Type] plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Supported [Type] field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
  • Communicated with all stakeholders on job milestones.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Meticulously tracked all parts and equipment used on each job site.
  • Delivered reports to [Job title]s each [Timeframe] to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.

Newrak Mining Shift Supervisor

02.2007 - 10.2012
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Communicated with all stakeholders on job milestones.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Boosted team productivity through enhanced [Action] and streamlining of [Type] tasks.
  • Asserted control over material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Delegated assignments based on [Type] plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Attended [Number] on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
  • Handled all issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Identified and implemented strategic plans based on accurate readings of specifications and solid collaboration with project leadership.
  • Delivered reports to [Job title]s each [Timeframe] to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
  • Collaborated with management, technical crew members and fellow supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of [Job title]s needed to complete job.
  • Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained all team members, decreasing injuries by [Number]%.

Duvan Mining & Const Site Manager

01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Managed team meetings and discussed project's goals and objectives.
  • Observed progress of each project, examined risks and coordinated contingency plans.
  • Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications.
  • Provided ongoing cost and estimate analysis reporting and managed cost allocation.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop, identify and accomplish assigned goals and objectives.
  • Aligned with staff members to develop, identify and achieve assigned goals and initiatives.
  • Defined responsibilities, duties, and roles of each team member.
  • Reduced risk and coordinated project specifications to meet safety and federal compliance.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates and processes.
  • Provided team with coaching and direction.
  • Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
  • Drove team's execution of quality management throughout division, improving process effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, resource and process efficiency.
  • Planned, executed and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
  • Performed independent analysis and provided recommendations to overcome project obstacles.
  • Implemented actions to mitigate risk by developing contingency and avoidance strategies.
  • Analyzed financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems.

Norkim Construction Shift Supervisor

11.2002 - 01.2004
  • Created efficient work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
  • Built, managed and coached insourced and outsourced team, implementing training programs to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Measured effectiveness of customer success by defining operational metrics, tracking systems and reporting to executive team.
  • Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
  • Measured team performance and reported metrics to leadership team members.
  • Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
  • Prepared, calibrated and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently achieve daily targets.
  • Successfully managed high volumes of client-facing interactions and established strong rapport with physicians, medical and laboratory staff and patients.
  • Positioned as primary liaison to streamline operations of multiple lines of business within organization.

Owner Computers

JES Office Enterprises
01.2000 - 10.2002

Benchmark Systems Co Owner

CTT Computers Senior Salesman / Technical
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Partnership Computer Business Reason for leaving.
  • Partner took over the business.

Metropolitan Life Consultant

01.1989 - 01.1995
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Spent ample time with each customer, verbally reviewing and explaining documents for client comprehension.

R.E.G.M LOTC
01.1985 - 01.1989
  • Mining conventional, Board & Pillar, Developing.

Education

High School Diploma -

High School Riebeeck, Randfontein

Skills

Planning and Coordination

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Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of staff members.
  • Collaborated with teams to develop numerous projects.

Affiliations

Vice Chairman of Thabazimbi Shelter for Homeless People

Member of the Freedom Front Plus Limpopo top Management

Professional candidate for the upcoming elections in Oct 2021

Volunteer community Assistance to Thabazimbi Town to assist the community with all basic services that the municipality is having

Software

MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, Outlook and various other programs

Timeline

Project Leader - BTL Mining & Projects
03.2018 - 10.2020
Newrak Mining Shift Supervisor -
02.2007 - 10.2012
Site Manager - Rock Safe Mining
02.2006 - 02.2018
Duvan Mining & Const Site Manager -
01.2004 - 01.2005
Norkim Construction Shift Supervisor -
11.2002 - 01.2004
Owner Computers - JES Office Enterprises
01.2000 - 10.2002
Benchmark Systems Co Owner - CTT Computers Senior Salesman / Technical
01.1995 - 01.2000
Metropolitan Life Consultant -
01.1989 - 01.1995
- R.E.G.M LOTC
01.1985 - 01.1989
High School Riebeeck - High School Diploma,
ERNST HENDRIK DE WITT Freelance Consultant