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Hendrik Stefanus (Faan) Van Der Linde

Hendrik Stefanus (Faan) Van Der Linde

Rustenburg

Summary

I am the General Manager for Moyo Engineering Pty Ltd. I have previously worked as a senior consultant (project manager), managing SIB projects for Anglo American Platinum. I have extensive experience in managing operations, especially in the mining and smelting sector. Experienced Operations Superintendent with a demonstrated history of working in the platinum and ferrochrome industries. Skilled in metallurgy, process engineering, maintenance management, people management, people development, and mineral processing. Obtained my MBA from the University of Stellenbosch, and I am a strong operations professional who graduated from North West University with a B. Eng. degree in Chemical Engineering. I am passionate about managing people and contributing to growing individuals into positive, value-adding teams.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Moyo Engineering
Rustenburg
01.2023 - Current
  • Directed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery.
  • Managed staff scheduling to optimize resource allocation and coverage.
  • Implemented training programs to enhance employee performance and development.
  • Oversaw budget management to align expenditures with organizational goals.
  • Collaborated with department heads to streamline communication and project initiatives.
  • Developed operational policies to improve efficiency and compliance standards.
  • Fostered a positive workplace culture through team-building activities and open communication.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.

Project Manager (Snr Consultant) Moyo Engineering

Anglo American Platinum
Rustenburg
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Managed planning and execution of 25 Control and Instrumentation projects for Anglo American Platinum.
  • Led project planning and execution for mining operations in diverse environments.
  • Managed stakeholder communications to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.
  • Developed comprehensive project documentation for compliance and reporting purposes.
  • Collaborated with Engineering Management across all South African operation sites to ensure project success.
  • Oversaw Stay in Business projects within the Control and Instrumentation department, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Facilitated communication and coordination among stakeholders to streamline project workflows.

Operations Superintendent (Pelletising and Sintering)

Samancor Chrome
Steelpoort
10.2015 - 08.2020
  • My responsibilities as the operations superintendent were managing the production of in-specification chrome ore pellets as the primary feed to the ferrochrome furnaces.
  • This included managing the four production shifts and the maintenance team during their roles of maintaining a stable operation of the pelletizing and sintering plant.
  • Legally responsible (GMR 16.2 subordinate) for the safety of the employees reporting to my plant, and ensuring all work is done in a safe and productive manner.
  • Managing the production and maintenance budgets of the plant, and ensuring cost-effective production of pellets.
  • Guiding the production and maintenance specialists who are responsible for the quality and quantity of the production, and the effective operation of the pelletizing and sintering plant as a whole.

Production Superintendent (Furnaces)

Samancor Chrome
Steelpoort
05.2013 - 10.2015
  • My responsibilities as production superintendent were managing the operation and production of three 37 MVA furnaces and one 45 MVA furnace.
  • Legally responsible (GMR 16.2 subordinate) for the safety of the production employees reporting to the furnace plant, and ensuring all work is done in a safe and productive manner.
  • Managing the production budget of four ferrochrome production furnaces, and working closely with the maintenance teams to ensure effective maintenance on the plant.
  • Also managing the metallurgical team, consisting of five chemical engineers, who are responsible for the quality and quantity of the production, and the effective operation of the furnaces and auxiliary plants.

Senior Metallurgical Engineer

Anglo American Platinum
Rustenburg
02.2009 - 05.2013
  • Technical process support for the nickel and copper leaching plants, copper electro-winning plant, cobalt sulfate solvent extraction plant, and the boiler and water treatment plant.
  • Coordinating the copper production cycles and ensuring cost-effective production of copper, cobalt sulfate, and steam.
  • Responsible for production quality within the receptive areas of responsibility (copper and cobalt sulfate), and the implementation of production and safety optimization projects.

Production Specialist (Furnaces)

Samancor Chrome
Steelpoort
02.2007 - 02.2009
  • As the production specialist, I was responsible for the operation of one of the 37 MVA furnaces, ensuring metallurgical stability for optimal smelting conditions to produce in-spec quality metal.
  • I was also responsible for the electrode management of all six furnaces on-site.
  • Doing problem-solving, root cause analysis, and monthly feedback reporting for the production of my furnace.
  • Monitored production quality to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Coordinated materials handling and inventory management activities.

Education

Masters of Business Administration - Management of International Organisation

University of Stellenbosch Business School
Cape Town
02.2020

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering with Specialising in Mineral Processing

Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education
Potchefstroom
12.2005

Senior Certificate -

Lichtenburg High School
Lichtenburg
12.1999

Skills

  • Budget management
  • Staff scheduling
  • Project management
  • Operational policies
  • Safety compliance
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Process optimization
  • Performance management
  • Problem solving
  • Quality management

References

  • JJ van der Walt, Operations Manager, Nokeng Mine, jjvdwalt@nokengmine.co.za, 076 305 4800
  • Johan Labuschagne, Director, Moyo Engineering (Anglo Platinum PM Consultant), johan.labuschagne@moyo.co, johan.labuschagne2@angloamerican.com, 076 479 6789
  • Martin-David Coetzee, General Manager, Moyo Engineering, martin-david.coetzee@moyo.co, 072 319 7339

Websites

Hobbies and Interests

  • Running road races
  • Playing golf
  • Nature and Wildlife

Languages

  • English
  • Afrikaans

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/22/81
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Full
  • Place of Birth: Klerksdorp

Timeline

General Manager

Moyo Engineering
01.2023 - Current

Project Manager (Snr Consultant) Moyo Engineering

Anglo American Platinum
09.2020 - 01.2023

Operations Superintendent (Pelletising and Sintering)

Samancor Chrome
10.2015 - 08.2020

Production Superintendent (Furnaces)

Samancor Chrome
05.2013 - 10.2015

Senior Metallurgical Engineer

Anglo American Platinum
02.2009 - 05.2013

Production Specialist (Furnaces)

Samancor Chrome
02.2007 - 02.2009

Masters of Business Administration - Management of International Organisation

University of Stellenbosch Business School

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering with Specialising in Mineral Processing

Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education

Senior Certificate -

Lichtenburg High School

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