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Jacobus J Daffue

Jacobus J Daffue

Open Cast Mining/ Production Foreman
16 Marlin Crescent, Waterfall East, Rustenburg

Summary

Responsible leader with extensive experience in mining industry. Excellent leadership and management skills. Demonstrates solid example of commitment, good morale character and work ethic to meet monthly targets.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates
3
3
Languages

Work History

Production Foreman

Trollope Mining Services 2000 (Pty) Ltd at Therisa Minerals (Pty) Ltd
Rustenburg
04.2023 - Current
  • Wide-ranging responsibility in the earthmoving and mining industry
  • Key duties include ensuring operator availability, conducting toolbox talks, conducting shift start-up, ensuring plant maintenance is complied with, conducting spot checks on plant, ensuring production targets are met, ensuring safety during the shift, and managing TMM utilization.
  • Mentored new employees, providing them with hands-on training and guidance for successful job performance.
  • Boosted team morale by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Developed comprehensive safety procedures for workplace hazard reduction, resulting in fewer accidents and injuries.
  • Reduced machine downtime through regular equipment maintenance and staff training on proper usage.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.

Shift Production Supervisor

Phoenix Motors t/a ECO Plant Hire (Pty) Ltd (Sub-Contracting for Andru Mining) at Therisa Minerals (Pty) Ltd
Rustenburg
06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Wide-ranging responsibility in the earthmoving and mining industry
  • Key duties include ensuring operator availability, conducting toolbox talks, conducting shift start-up, ensuring plant maintenance is complied with, conducting spot checks on plant, ensuring production targets are met, ensuring safety during the shift, and managing TMM utilization.
  • Addressed personnel issues promptly and professionally, maintaining high employee engagement rates throughout the shift team''s tenure together.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to staff members, fostering a supportive work environment and promoting professional development.
  • Enhanced communication between shifts by implementing effective handover processes, leading to improved continuity of operations.
  • Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance planning and scheduling.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed team of 85 staff personnel, overseeing production processes and meeting all deadlines.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
  • Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
  • Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
  • Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
  • Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.

Chief Executive Officer, Health & Safety Representative and 16.1 Appointee

GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
01.2019 - 02.2021
  • Managed the day-to-day operations for the group of companies
  • Key duties include providing inspired leadership, making high-level decisions, developing and implementing operational policies and strategic plans, overseeing fiscal activity, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory documents.
  • Enhanced company reputation by developing strong relationships with clients, vendors, and industry leaders.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and terms for the organization.
  • Increased company revenue by implementing strategic business plans and fostering key partnerships.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, training, and performance management strategies.
  • Established a positive organizational culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Managing Director and Shareholder

GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd; GSD Diesel (Pty) Ltd; The Genset Doctor (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg
07.2018 - 02.2021
  • Managed and advanced business strategies, vision, objectives, and goals
  • Key duties include developing and executing business strategies, reporting to the board, developing and implementing business plans, maintaining positive relations with business partners and shareholders, and overseeing day-to-day operations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty by developing and implementing comprehensive customer service excellence program.
  • Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
  • Led company through successful digital transformation, enhancing operational effectiveness and customer engagement.
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Group General Manager

The Genset Doctor (Pty) Ltd
07.2016 - 08.2020
  • Overseeing staff and employees in the organization, managing the company's financial growth and stability, and ensuring employees work as a cohesive unit
  • Key duties include managing performance, sustaining market position, creating business plans, improving internal processes, and anticipating client needs.

Power Solutions advisor

KAS Consulting (Pty) Ltd
05.2015 - 07.2016
  • Provided power solutions for clients, including power generators, solar solutions, atmospheric water generators, UPS systems, and electrical installations
  • Key duties include meeting with clients, offering turnkey solutions, conducting load tests, and planning and completing projects.

Supervisor

Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd (Contractor at Wonderkop, Steelpoort, Hernic Ferro Chrome and various other sites) (Part of the Sandton Plant Hire Group)
07.2013 - 01.2014
  • Responsibility for all earthmoving equipment and mining procedures
  • Key duties include supervision of workers, ad-hoc and administration procedures for equipment, risk assessments, and operating various machinery.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.

Operator

Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd (Contractor at Wonderkop, Steelpoort, Hernic Ferro Chrome and Various Other Sites) (Part of the Sandton Plant Hire Group)
Rustenburg, North-West
02.2012 - 07.2013
  • Responsibility for all earthmoving equipment and mining procedures
  • Key duties include supervision of workers, ad-hoc and administration procedures for equipment, risk assessments, and operating various machinery.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Fed raw materials into machines.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric) - undefined

Technical High School Rustenburg

Certification

Legal Liability, 01/11/25

Interests

1 Reacherching 2 Cooking 3 Listening to music 4 Gardening 5 Hiking/ Camping 6 Dancing 7 Playing soccer 8 Fishing 9 Watching movies or series 10 Family time

Timeline

Production Foreman

Trollope Mining Services 2000 (Pty) Ltd at Therisa Minerals (Pty) Ltd
04.2023 - Current

Shift Production Supervisor

Phoenix Motors t/a ECO Plant Hire (Pty) Ltd (Sub-Contracting for Andru Mining) at Therisa Minerals (Pty) Ltd
06.2021 - 09.2022

Chief Executive Officer, Health & Safety Representative and 16.1 Appointee

GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd
01.2019 - 02.2021

Managing Director and Shareholder

GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd; GSD Diesel (Pty) Ltd; The Genset Doctor (Pty) Ltd
07.2018 - 02.2021

Group General Manager

The Genset Doctor (Pty) Ltd
07.2016 - 08.2020

Power Solutions advisor

KAS Consulting (Pty) Ltd
05.2015 - 07.2016

Supervisor

Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd (Contractor at Wonderkop, Steelpoort, Hernic Ferro Chrome and various other sites) (Part of the Sandton Plant Hire Group)
07.2013 - 01.2014

Operator

Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd (Contractor at Wonderkop, Steelpoort, Hernic Ferro Chrome and Various Other Sites) (Part of the Sandton Plant Hire Group)
02.2012 - 07.2013

National Senior Certificate (Matric) - undefined

Technical High School Rustenburg

Skillsets

  • Strong business and practical acumen, perceptive with good critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, able to confidently communicate and interface at all levels.
  • Proficient in Microsoft office
  • Ability to build consensus and relationships among other executives, partners, and workforce.
  • Experience in senior management positions
  • Understanding human resources and personnel management
  • Experience in corporate governance
  • Negotiating skills
  • Ability to understand new issues that may arise quickly and make decisions in the company’s best interest.
  • Ability to inspire confidence and create trust in the workplace.
  • Ability to work under pressure, plan personnel workload effectively and to delegate.
  • SAGE VIP & Payroll – I use to do the payroll in my company.
  • HR background and labour law knowledge and experience.
  • Experience as a Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer & Shareholder
  • Experience in implementing strategic and business goals.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Able to excel in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Planning and managing the company’s performance.
  • Manage operations and processes within budget.
  • Ability to enforce and maintain high standards, even under pressure.
  • General and senior management skills.
  • Solid presentation skills and ability to explain complex processes to an audience.
  • Expert in financial management and persistent business will to succeed.
  • Can implement HIRA and conduct safe declarations.
  • Legal liability
  • Competent A2 Level
  • Have knowledge in Health and Safety.
  • Knowledge in TMM
  • Knowledge in mining and production.

References

  • Trollope Mining Services 2000 (Pty) Ltd, Wynand Millard, HR Manager, +27 71 608 7969
  • Phoenix Motors (Pty) Ltd t/a ECO/ Phoenix Plant Hire (Pty) Ltd, PJ Botha, Site Manager, +27 72 879 2894
  • GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd, Chintimba Ndyamba, Director & Shareholder, +27 79 127 4122
  • Kas Consulting (Pty) Ltd, Keegan Sternslow (Managing Director), +27 82 938 4879
  • Canon South Africa, HR Department, +27 11 392 9000
  • Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd, HR Department, +27 14 592 0075
  • Sun City Transport & Barloworld Equipment, Jacobus Daffue Snr (Transport & EOC Member), +27 83 635 4671
  • Technical High School Rustenburg, Mrs Bester (School Principal), +27 14 592 9254/5

Name and Surname

Jacobus Johannes Daffue

Personal Information

  • Available: Immediately
  • ID Number: 9301075058084
  • Willing To Relocate: Yes
  • Passport Number: Yes – Need to renew
  • Health Status: Excellent (Non-Smoker) (Social-Drinker)
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African Citizen
  • Driving License: Code C1 (10)
  • Marital Status: Single

Medicallyfit

Yes

Skillsets

  • Strong business and practical acumen, perceptive with good critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, able to confidently communicate and interface at all levels.
  • Proficient in Microsoft office
  • Ability to build consensus and relationships among other executives, partners, and workforce.
  • Experience in senior management positions
  • Understanding human resources and personnel management
  • Experience in corporate governance
  • Negotiating skills
  • Ability to understand new issues that may arise quickly and make decisions in the company’s best interest.
  • Ability to inspire confidence and create trust in the workplace.
  • Ability to work under pressure, plan personnel workload effectively and to delegate.
  • SAGE VIP & Payroll – I use to do the payroll in my company.
  • HR background and labour law knowledge and experience.
  • Experience as a Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer & Shareholder
  • Experience in implementing strategic and business goals.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Able to excel in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Planning and managing the company’s performance.
  • Manage operations and processes within budget.
  • Ability to enforce and maintain high standards, even under pressure.
  • General and senior management skills.
  • Solid presentation skills and ability to explain complex processes to an audience.
  • Expert in financial management and persistent business will to succeed.
  • Can implement HIRA and conduct safe declarations.
  • Legal liability
  • Competent A2 Level
  • Have knowledge in Health and Safety.
  • Knowledge in TMM
  • Knowledge in mining and production.

References

  • Trollope Mining Services 2000 (Pty) Ltd, Wynand Millard, HR Manager, +27 71 608 7969
  • Phoenix Motors (Pty) Ltd t/a ECO/ Phoenix Plant Hire (Pty) Ltd, PJ Botha, Site Manager, +27 72 879 2894
  • GSD Group of Companies (Pty) Ltd, Chintimba Ndyamba, Director & Shareholder, +27 79 127 4122
  • Kas Consulting (Pty) Ltd, Keegan Sternslow (Managing Director), +27 82 938 4879
  • Canon South Africa, HR Department, +27 11 392 9000
  • Almar Investments (Pty) Ltd, HR Department, +27 14 592 0075
  • Sun City Transport & Barloworld Equipment, Jacobus Daffue Snr (Transport & EOC Member), +27 83 635 4671
  • Technical High School Rustenburg, Mrs Bester (School Principal), +27 14 592 9254/5

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