Jacobus Ockert Pretorius
General Maintenance
Kraaifontein
Summary
Hardworking General Maintenance Worker with wide-ranging skills in troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing equipment and facilities. Works great with team members and smoothly handles different assignments. Thorough in completing tasks with focus on quality.
Skilled in plumbing, electrical work, and general maintenance.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
The Bed Shop
Tyger Valley
09.2023 - Current
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices, delivery confirmations, and any other required documentation to ensure accurate tracking and billing processes.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Reduced fuel consumption and costs with strategic planning and execution of delivery routes.
- Maintained clean and safe vehicle, contributing to positive image of company.
- Facilitated smooth delivery process, ensuring all packages were securely and neatly organized within vehicle.
Handyman
BTB Special Services
Western Cape
03.2019 - Current
- Install, repair, and plumbing systems, including pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures.
- Diagnose plumbing issues and provide effective solutions.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks and other problems.
- Adhere to all safety and building regulations.
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, and control systems.
- Inspect electrical components, such as DB Boards, circuit breakers, Plug Sockets and Lights.
- Identify electrical problems using testing devices such as Multimeters.
- Repair stoves, fixtures, doors, windows, flooring and lighting.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling a wide range of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to carpentry and general home repairs, showcasing adaptability and expertise within the field.
- Implemented creative problem-solving strategies when faced with unique repair challenges that resulted in effective solutions tailored to specific situations.
- Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical fixtures, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Senior Process Controller
Air Liquid
Vredenburg
06.1998 - 02.2019
- Assisted with root cause analysis efforts following incidents or near-misses, developing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing process control strategies and implementing data-driven adjustments.
- Wrote all documentation in regards to process procedures and made updates whenever changes were implemented for overall improvement.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all process changes, enabling accurate knowledge transfer among team members during shift handovers.
- Troubleshot a variety of instrumentation issues, reducing potential hazards while maintaining production output levels.
- Commissioning and decommissioning of units with the TDC 2000 and TDC 3000 system.
Senior Operations Controller
Sasol Synthetic Air Separation Unit
Secunda
09.1989 - 05.1998
- Full control and co-ordination of process.
- Troubleshooting
- Commissioning and decommissioning of units with the TDC 2000 and TDC 3000 system.
- Communication with service departments.
- Maintenance of monthly reports.
- Handling of unit computers "SER" system.
- Acting Production Forman
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
Education
No Degree - Grade 10
Ligbron High School
Ermelo, South Africa 01.1979 - 12.1981
Diplomas -
Courses
Secunda, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Valid Driver's license
Time Management
Problem-solving
Punctual and reliable
Relationship building
Attention to detail
Business management
Excellent communication
Self motivation
Adaptability and flexibility
Professionalism
Goal setting
Organizational skills
Continuous improvement
Timeline
Driver
The Bed Shop
09.2023 - Current
Handyman
BTB Special Services
03.2019 - Current
Diplomas -
Courses
04.2001 -
Senior Process Controller
Air Liquid
06.1998 - 02.2019
Senior Operations Controller
Sasol Synthetic Air Separation Unit
09.1989 - 05.1998
No Degree - Grade 10
Ligbron High School
01.1979 - 12.1981
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