FREDRICK STEPHANUS VAN ZYL
RUSTENBURG
Summary
Dynamic sales professional with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and a proven track record in achieving targets. Expertise in competition tracking, handling objections, and building client trust to drive direct and channel sales. Demonstrates exceptional time management efficiency and sales reporting capabilities, ensuring consistent client service excellence. Committed to enhancing customer relations through a result-oriented approach, aiming to leverage skills in a challenging sales environment.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work history
ASSISTANT MECHANIC AND OPERATOR
FERMIL UNDERGROUND MINING
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 2 YEARS
- SERVICE AND OPERATE UNDERGROUND MACHINERY (RTV 4X4 DRILL RIG LP AND UV)
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex automotive issues.
- Conducted test drives post-repair, confirming problems were resolved.
- Performed diagnostic tests, identified issues quickly.
- Replaced worn-out parts before failure, ensuring smooth vehicle operation.
- Reduced repair times with a keen eye for problem detection.
- Worked on different types of vehicles broadening technical knowledge.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions to ensure correct parts installation.
ASSISTANT MECHANIC
BENHAUS MINING
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 2 YEARS
- DRIVER, STOREMAN
- LEARNER EXCAVATOR DRIVER
- SERVICE 785, 465, 1200 EXCAVATOR AND DOZERS
- ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC PARTS AND PIPES
- Worked on different types of vehicles broadening technical knowledge.
- Replaced worn-out parts before failure, ensuring smooth vehicle operation.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex automotive issues.
- Provided support during emergency breakdowns resulting in quick resolution.
- Utilised specialised tools for precise mechanical repairs.
- Improved vehicle functionality by performing routine maintenance tasks.
- Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
- Wore proper PPE and complied with MHSA standards to reduce risks and hazards.
HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN
HI PARTS & HYDRAULICS
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 4 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS
- DRIVER, STOREMAN
- ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC PART AND PIPING
- MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENTS
- TRANSPORT OF STOCK ITEMS
- Assembled and installed hydraulic systems, ensuring operational effectiveness.
- Performed pressure tests on hydraulic systems to identify leaks and faults.
- Repaired malfunctioning hydraulic equipment, resulting in decreased downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical faults for swift repairs.
- Completed work orders and logs to indicate work done during shift.
- Recorded maintenance and repair procedures for future reference purposes.
SALES REP, BRANCH MANAGER, ADMIN, HYDRAULIC TECHN
H&F HYDRAULICS
RUSTENBURG
- Fostered strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
- Tailored pitches according to individual consumer preferences to increase conversion rates.
- Pioneered innovative sales strategies for increased market penetration.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of product offerings to facilitate customer decisions.
- Streamlined order processing system for faster delivery times.
- Navigated challenging negotiations to secure lucrative contracts.
- Coordinated with logistics team for timely product deliveries, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Promoted up-sell opportunities during customer interactions, boosting overall revenue generation.
- Helped resolve client problems quickly with superior customer service.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new products and services.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
- Developed new business by networking with valuable customers.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
BEARING MAN GROUP/AME
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 6 MONTHS
- Service clients and the mines by delivering and do assessment of required spares
- Represent the company at exhibitions held by the Company
- Identified potential leads, resulting in improved sales performance.
- Streamlined order processing system for faster delivery times.
- Promoted up-sell opportunities during customer interactions, boosting overall revenue generation.
- Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Built lasting relationships with clients through customer service interactions.
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints and promote new offerings.
- Contacted satisfied customers to offer additional services.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new products and services.
- Completed customer searches to generate new leads.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
ROCO SCOPE
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 1 YEAR
- Service clients and the mines by delivering and do assessment of required spares
- Represent the company at exhibitions held by the Company
- Maintained thorough records of all sales activities to ensure transparency.
- Provided after-sales support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Fostered strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
- Promoted up-sell opportunities during customer interactions, boosting overall revenue generation.
- Enhanced brand visibility by participating in trade shows and conferences.
- Optimised sales presentations using persuasive communication techniques.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
U JOINT PROPSHAFTS
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 1 YEAR
- Strengthened brand reputation with impeccable professionalism and integrity.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of product offerings to facilitate customer decisions.
- Expanded client base through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Provided after-sales support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Service clients and the mines by delivering and do assessment of required spares
- Workshop assistant
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
RUSTENBURG GEARBOX CENTRE (VOSSIES)
RUSTENBURG
- PERIOD: 1 YEAR AND 6 MONTHS
- Identified potential leads, resulting in improved sales performance.
- Developed comprehensive knowledge of product offerings to facilitate customer decisions.
- Pioneered innovative sales strategies for increased market penetration.
- Strengthened brand reputation with impeccable professionalism and integrity.
- Fostered strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
- Promoted up-sell opportunities during customer interactions, boosting overall revenue generation.
- Participated in team-building activities, promoting a harmonious work environment.
- Educated customers about product features and benefits, driving informed purchasing decisions.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction.
- Built lasting relationships with clients through customer service interactions.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to discuss new products and services.
- Completed customer searches to generate new leads.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing customer queries and handling customer complaints.
- Delivered high sales performance within budget to strict deadlines and targets.
- Maintained quality assurance standards for all products and services.
- Negotiated best-possible prices for maximised profit levels.
- Service clients and the mines by delivering and do assessment of required spares
- Workshop assistant
- Built and repair Prop shafts
- Repair Gearboxes
SALES REP, BRANCH MANAGER, ADMIN, HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN
H&F HYDRAULICS
- 2026.07
- DRIVER, SALES, REPAIR OF HYDRAULIC PARTS AND PIPES
- PERIOD: 1 YEAR AND 6 MONTHS (CURRENT)
Education
Afrikaans, English, Life Orientation, Mathematics, Computer Applications, Technology, Mechanical, History, Technical drawing
Technical High School
Skills
- Competition tracking
- Customer satisfaction focus
- Ability to handle objections
- Result-Oriented approach
- Sales reporting capabilities
- Time management efficiency
- Target achievement
- Building client trust
- Direct and channel sales
- Customer Service
- Customer relations
- Sales expertise
- Client service
LANGUAGES
SPEAK: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS
READ: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS
WRITE: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS
REFRENCES
- FRANCOIS, 0794152608, FERMIL UNDERGROUND MINING
- VIVIAN, 0826004544, BENHAUS MINING
- LINDIE, 0824441589, HI PARTS & HYDRAULICS
- THEUNS, 0726779304, H&F HYDRAULICS
- NICO, 0824547842, BEARING MAN
- DERICK SNYMAN, 0716834229, ROCO SCOPE
- PIERRE, 0727350754, U JOINT
- DANA VOS, 0145929210, RUSTENBURG GEARBOX CENTRE
INTERESTS
HOBBIES: OFF-ROAD RIDING, CAMPING, DANCING, SURFING, SPORT: RUGBY, GYM, MMA, GOLF, POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITIES HELD AT SCHOOL: PREFECT
Affiliations
- OFF-ROAD RIDING, CAMPING , SURFING, SPORT, RUGBY, GYM, MMA, GOLF
Certification
CODE C1 (CODE 10)
Timeline
SALES REP, BRANCH MANAGER, ADMIN, HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN
H&F HYDRAULICS
- 2026.07
ASSISTANT MECHANIC AND OPERATOR
FERMIL UNDERGROUND MINING
ASSISTANT MECHANIC
BENHAUS MINING
HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN
HI PARTS & HYDRAULICS
SALES REP, BRANCH MANAGER, ADMIN, HYDRAULIC TECHN
H&F HYDRAULICS
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
BEARING MAN GROUP/AME
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
ROCO SCOPE
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
U JOINT PROPSHAFTS
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
RUSTENBURG GEARBOX CENTRE (VOSSIES)
Afrikaans, English, Life Orientation, Mathematics, Computer Applications, Technology, Mechanical, History, Technical drawing
Technical High School