Site management & mine Planner
Jan Zakhele Tlou
Senior Site Supervisor / Production Foreman
Bronkhorstspruit
Summary
Dynamic Production Foreman with a strong focus on team leadership, workplace safety, and strategic planning. Proven ability to implement process improvements, enhance productivity, and mentor team members to achieve operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
Certifications
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Foreman/Senior Site Supervisor
Matla Exxaro Coal Modi
10.2021 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to meet production targets and optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime across operations.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices and safety standards in coal production.
Fleet Manager
Mankana Groenvlei Mining
12.2000 - 09.2021
- Oversaw fleet operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules to enhance vehicle reliability and performance.
- Managed fuel consumption analysis, optimizing costs through effective resource allocation.
- Coordinated logistics for fleet movements, improving delivery efficiency across mining sites.
Shifts Coordinator
Modi Mining
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Coordinated daily operational activities to optimize workflow efficiency and team performance.
- Supervised shift personnel, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime across shifts.
- Trained new team members on best practices and company procedures to ensure seamless operations.
Production Supervisor
South 32 Modi Mining
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Supervised daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Led team meetings to communicate objectives and resolve operational challenges effectively.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime across production lines.
- Trained and mentored new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
Excavator Operator/ Acting Shift Supervisor
Shanduka Coal
10.2008 - 04.2013
- Operated excavators to perform site excavation, grading, and trenching operations efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while conducting heavy equipment operations on-site.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance project completion timelines.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on excavators, ensuring optimal operational performance and safety standards.
Excavator Operator
Andru Mining
04.2007 - 03.2008
- Operated excavators to perform precise earthmoving tasks in compliance with safety regulations.
- Led excavation projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Trained junior operators on equipment operation and safety protocols, enhancing team capabilities.
- Coordinated with site managers to streamline workflows, improving overall operational efficiency.
Excavator Operator
Vukuza CMC Mining
02.2006 - 11.2006
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on excavators to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Implemented best practices for soil management and restoration during excavation processes.
- Collaborated with surveyors to interpret blueprints and execute excavation plans accurately.
- Monitored job site conditions, making real-time adjustments to enhance productivity and safety protocols.
Drill Rig, Dump Truck, 3 Wheel Forklift Operator
Magdala Mining
01.2001 - 05.2006
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently across job site.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading procedures for improved workflow.
- Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and material handling best practices.
Education
Rock Breaking Surface Excavation Surface& Quarring - Miner
Colliery Training Coal
Emalahleni/South Africa 05.2001 -
Legal Liability - Mining
Starcrow
Kriel Matla/ Mpumalanga 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Mzimhlophe Senior Secondary School
Kwamhlanga, South Africa 05.2001 -
Skills
Workplace safety
Production planning
Production and
Resource allocation
Teamwork and collaborate
Time management
Organizational skills
Team leadership
Adaptability and flexibility
Safety assessment
Operating budgets
Maintenance planning
Interpersonal skills
Risk assessment
Additional Information
Currently studying Project Management course and still need to complete second semester Higher certificate in Marketing with UNISA
Certification
Strata Control 2 Opencast
Interests
Entrepreneur in mining
Timeline
Production Foreman/Senior Site Supervisor
Matla Exxaro Coal Modi
10.2021 - 11.2025
Shifts Coordinator
Modi Mining
01.2019 - 09.2020
Production Supervisor
South 32 Modi Mining
08.2017 - 08.2019
Excavator Operator/ Acting Shift Supervisor
Shanduka Coal
10.2008 - 04.2013
Excavator Operator
Andru Mining
04.2007 - 03.2008
Excavator Operator
Vukuza CMC Mining
02.2006 - 11.2006
Legal Liability - Mining
Starcrow
05.2001 -
Rock Breaking Surface Excavation Surface& Quarring - Miner
Colliery Training Coal
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Mzimhlophe Senior Secondary School
05.2001 -
Drill Rig, Dump Truck, 3 Wheel Forklift Operator
Magdala Mining
01.2001 - 05.2006
Fleet Manager
Mankana Groenvlei Mining
12.2000 - 09.2021
Listening or watching current affairs
Very much concern about the future of the country and the next generation in terms of resources and political stability which is driving the economy to left direction. Unaddressed gender based violence and domestic violence against women and children.