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Hendrik Walter Martin

Truck Driver
3 Dewetshof, Dewet Street, Krugersdorp North

Summary

With over four decades of expertise, notably at Waste Dynamics, I've honed skills in contract management and strategic planning, leading to significant business growth. Renowned for resolving complex issues and adept in budgeting, leadership in waste recycling has consistently delivered sustainable results, commitment to excellence and innovation in environmental stewardship.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Director of Waste Recycling and Transport

Self Employed Since 1980
Gauteng
12.2024 - 12.2025

Managing the day-to-day operations and logistics of the transportation of waste.

Managing staff and all logistics involved with running the business and finding work for the said vehicles.

  • Strong leader ability to motivate and organize others.
  • Good operations management skills.
  • Super sales person, ability to close deals.
  • Contracts management.
  • Communication and negotiation skills at all levels.
  • High technical orientation
  • Mechanically experienced.
  • Good staff & Labour management experience.

Operations Manager

Chitepata Enterprises
Gauteng
12.2017 - 10.2023

Management of operations, trucks and staff, Waste Management contracts etc.

  • Contract for Midrand, door to door Domestic waste contract.
  • Sunnyside Park Hotel, Zanray Properties, Plumsure Properties, Diepslot Town Council.

Sales and Ops Manager

Metson Waste Johannesburg
Gauteng
01.2007 - 12.2008
  • Sales of Waste management contracts.
  • Management of operations, trucks & staff.
  • Concluded waste management contracts with Cresta Shopping Centre builders, Mazista Tiles, Builders’ Warehouse (all Gauteng stores), JHI Properties (16-20 buildings), 70% of Stocks & Stocks construction sites (7 large commercial construction sites) including OR Tambo airport construction site.
  • Sales targets met within third month of sales and consistently thereafter.
  • Value of contracts approx R200k per month.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans for achieving targeted business growth and profitability.

Rebel Refuse Removal Johannesburg

Owner
Johannesburg
01.2002 - 01.2007

All marketing and sales, contract management, vehicle management, management of vehicles and 4 staff.

  • Concluded Waste management contracts, Cresta and Westgate shopping centres.
  • Ryder homes 8 sites
  • Lanseria Airport
  • Contract to remove boiler ash at JG Strydom hospital.
  • Contract at Johannesburg General.
  • Contract at Paardekraal Hospital, Krugersdorp.
  • Improved community cleanliness by collecting and disposing of waste materials from residential and commercial areas.
  • Handled special requests from clients such as bulk item pick-ups or disposal of large appliances with care and professionalism.

Depot Manager Olifantsfontein

Waste Group Pretoria
Pretoria
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce operational expenses without compromising service quality.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, shipments, deliveries, and other essential documentation for the depot's operation.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime caused by equipment failures or breakdowns in the depot.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards for product handling and storage conditions within the depot.
  • Managed logistics processes, including shipment scheduling, route optimization, and transportation coordination for maximum efficiency.
  • Made sound financial decisions in regard to waste, exceptions and junk outs related to local profit and loss.

Waste Dynamics

Owner
Gauteng
01.1981 - 01.2000
  • All Marketing & Sales.
  • Contract Management.
  • Vehicle Management
  • Management of 39 vehicles and approx 100 staff.
  • Optimized routes for maximum efficiency using GPS technology, reducing fuel costs and emissions from trucks.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery, minimizing accidents on the job site.
  • Decreased vehicle downtime by conducting routine maintenance checks and reporting issues to management.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with regular communication and prompt issue resolution.
  • Ensured timely collection of waste materials by maintaining a consistent schedule and route plan.

Assistant Operations Manager

Waste Tech, Johannesburg
Gauteng
01.1973 - 01.1981

Annual departmental rotation between Sales, Workshop, Admin. Control Room, Liquids, Contracts Management.

  • Duties included contract sales
  • Management
  • Vehicles maintenance,
  • Supervision of staff,
  • General admin,
  • Radio control of 30 vehicles daily,
  • Disposal of liquid chemicals.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Waste Removal And Transport

RAU -Transport Diploma
RAU
01.1990 - 12.1991

Skills

Contract Management

Business Development

Issues resolution

Budgeting

Cast and crew supervision

Strategic planning

Timeline

Director of Waste Recycling and Transport

Self Employed Since 1980
12.2024 - 12.2025

Operations Manager

Chitepata Enterprises
12.2017 - 10.2023

Sales and Ops Manager

Metson Waste Johannesburg
01.2007 - 12.2008

Rebel Refuse Removal Johannesburg

Owner
01.2002 - 01.2007

Depot Manager Olifantsfontein

Waste Group Pretoria
01.2000 - 01.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Waste Removal And Transport

RAU -Transport Diploma
01.1990 - 12.1991

Waste Dynamics

Owner
01.1981 - 01.2000

Assistant Operations Manager

Waste Tech, Johannesburg
01.1973 - 01.1981
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