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Ignatius Phillipus Wilhelm Nel

Ignatius Phillipus Wilhelm Nel

Opencast Site Manager
Secunda, Mpumalanga,MP

Summary

Result-driven Site Manager with over 10 years of experience in Managing Opencast Mining operations, ensuring optimal productivity, safety and environmental compliance.

Proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams, improving efficiency and reducing costs.

Experienced with managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring all phases meet quality and safety standards. Track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget. Known for achieving project goals through strategic planning and effective team leadership. Reliable and adaptable to evolving project requirements, ensuring collaborative success and high-quality outcomes. Energetic and resourceful individual with knack for problem-solving and leadership in high-pressure environments. Possesses strong project planning and coordination skills, along with solid understanding of construction processes and site safety protocols. Dedicated to driving successful project outcomes through effective team management and resource allocation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Opencast Site / Project Manager

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
Middelburg
12.2018 - Current
  • Daily safety meetings and leasing with Clients.
  • Ensuring compliance to MHSA and Clients Safety Management systems.
  • Disciplinary and CCMA cases.
  • Attending and Assisting on DMR visits.
  • Monitoring of production to meet standards.
  • Time studies on loading and hauling equipment.
  • Time sheet control.
  • Managing of all Sub-Contractors, employees, rehab and old workings.
  • Ensuring constant coal feed and maintaining strip ratio.
  • Managing of Multi seam Mining.
  • Planning and controlling of drilling and blasting operations
  • Manage and oversee all aspects of opencast mining operations, including production, maintenance and safety.
  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize production, reduce costs and improve safety.
  • Lead and manage a team of Supervisors, Engineers and Operators to achieve production targets.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and company policies.
  • Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
  • Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.

References:

Mr. Jozzy Mtshali 082 937 0023

Mr. Johan Venter 082 928 8740

Pit Manager

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
Middelburg
12.2015 - 12.2018
  • Follow instructions from Client and Site Manager.
  • Plan day to day running of operations.
  • Instructions to the Foreman on shift.
  • Day to day running of operations.
  • Issue safe work instructions to shift Foreman.
  • Reporting to Site Manager on daily operations, delays and break downs.
  • Follow-up on control room on break downs and production delays.
  • Eliminate safety hazards and ensure compliance to safety rules and standards.
  • Over inspect site safe declaration.
  • Attend to grievance and managing disciplinary cases.
  • Monitoring of Shift Supervisor and Foreman.
  • Reporting of incidents and accidents.
  • PTO's and planned inspections.
  • Oversee planning and executing drilling and blasting operations.

Reference: Mr. Tiger Van Wyk 072 777 3712

Foreman

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
Middelburg
12.2012 - 12.2015
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Day to day running of shift operations.
  • Reporting to Site Manager on all aspects of work.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • PTO's and planned inspections.
  • Eliminate safety hazards and ensure compliance to safety rules and standards
  • Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
  • Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.

Reference: Mr. Tiger Van Wyk 072 777 3712

General Worker / Supervisor

Dinamic Machinery
Klerksdorp
01.2002 - 11.2012
  • General assistant work.
  • Semi-Skilled Boiler Making.
  • Assembling and commissioning of DMS washing plants.
  • Installing and programming of DMS Units on DMS plants.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.

Reference: Mr. Pieter Rossouw 018 469 4121

Education

N1 -

Kempton Park High School
Kempton Park, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Health and safety compliance

Timeline

Opencast Site / Project Manager

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
12.2018 - Current

Pit Manager

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
12.2015 - 12.2018

Foreman

Isambane Mining Pty Ltd
12.2012 - 12.2015

General Worker / Supervisor

Dinamic Machinery
01.2002 - 11.2012

N1 -

Kempton Park High School
04.2001 -
Ignatius Phillipus Wilhelm NelOpencast Site Manager