Johan van den Berg
C and I Engineer
Koekenaap,South Africa
Summary
Senior instrument engineer with expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining instrumentation systems. Skilled in troubleshooting and optimizing equipment to improve performance and reliability. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery. Dedicated to compliance with industry standards and safety regulations, providing high-quality solutions that enhance operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Control and Instrument Engineer
Tronox
Koekenaap, South Africa
01.2021 - Current
- Owned C&I design development and implementation for modifications to control systems.
- Set C&I engineering standards, technical specifications, and best practices for integrity.
- Managed C&I engineering scope delivery across engineering and construction projects.
- Owned technical direction for process control safety instrumented systems and platforms.
- Controlled approval of C&I deliverables, including instrument data sheets.
- Approved cause-and-effect matrices and F&G system designs with documented accuracy.
- Approved logic diagrams and fibre network layouts aligned to project specifications.
- Led commissioning and start-up support by directing troubleshooting activities.
- Directed reliability and maintainability initiatives to raise C&I system dependability.
- Mentored junior C&I engineers by supervising development and technical reviews.
- Accounted for contractor and supplier coordination to deliver quality outcomes.
- Owned quality control of engineering deliverables and construction execution results.
- Governed documentation for design records, change logs, commissioning reports, and as-builts.
- Led coordination and supervision of electrical, civil, and instrumentation construction on site.
- Managed contractor performance using schedule, quality, and cost baselines.
- Aligned discipline interfaces across engineering project controls, QA/QC, and HSE teams.
- Owned construction conformance verification against design and contractual requirements.
- Led safe work practices using safety walks, toolbox talks, and audit participation.
- Managed construction schedules by building timetables and recovery actions.
- Governed quality control using inspection routines and outcome reporting.
Engineering and Commissioning Manager
Optimum Instrumentation and Controls
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Own and lead C&I engineering and commissioning delivery across projects and operations.
- Allocate resources and manage commissioning and start-up plans for C&I systems.
- Resolved commissioning issues and supported operations handover to ensure seamless project completion.
- Approve FAT, SAT, loop checks, and functional testing execution and results.
- Lead reviews for C&I specifications, procurement, and engineering deliverables.
- Set engineering standards and procedures for control systems instrumentation and automation.
- Account for technical governance across DCS/PLC, SIS/ESD, and field instrumentation technologies.
- Aligned integrated system design with process, electrical, mechanical, and project teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
- Coordinated direct collaboration efforts to address system faults. with operations and maintenance to close system faults and gaps.
- Maintain controlled engineering records for design changes, commissioning results, test reports, and as-built files.
LIFE CYCLE SERVICE MANAGER
Metso Mining and Minerals Pty (Ltd)
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Drive life cycle cost models, forecasts, and investment plans for budgeting decisions.
- Managed life cycle for asset systems and equipment, enhancing reliability and return on investment.
- Direct asset classification prioritisation and replacement strategies using risk and business needs.
- Established maintenance strategy standards across preventive, predictive, and condition-based approaches to optimise asset performance.
- Coordinate maintenance and reliability teams to track performance and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Define KPI frameworks for asset performance, maintenance effectiveness, and service levels.
- Lead supplier governance for service contracts, warranties, and spare parts availability.
- Steer cross-functional alignment across engineering, operations, procurement, and finance teams.
- Oversee operational risk reviews for aging assets and critical systems mitigation.
- Mentored life cycle analysts, reliability engineers, and technical coordinators, fostering a skilled team for effective asset management.
DIRECTOR (CONSULTANT PROJECTS & ENGINEERING)
Parivert Pty (Ltd)
Vereeniging, South Africa
04.2013 - 06.2014
- Directed water treatment pilot project planning and execution with university partners.
- Led feasibility study for Bosveld Phosphates, resulting in production of basic conceptual design.
- Owned feasibility studies, technical assessments, and risk analyses, defining project scope and objectives.
- Drove technical direction for project planning, execution, and monitoring activities.
- Approved design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for compliance.
- Managed collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, including project managers and clients.
- Advised clients on engineering solutions, influencing delivery decisions across multiple projects.
- Developed comprehensive design documents and maintenance plans to ensure project success.
SERVICES EXECUTIVE HEAD
Automation and Control Solutions (Sub-Division of Aveng Africa Pty (Ltd)
Johannesburg, South Africa
08.2008 - 03.2013
- Established review cadence for SLA targets and KPI performance, driving prioritisation of service improvements.
- Directed end-to-end service delivery planning to uphold timely, high-quality output.
- Facilitated client communications, provided updates on service outcomes, and managed delivery risk resolution processes.
ENGINEERING LEADER FOR AFRICA, POWER & NATIONAL POWER
Honeywell Pty (Ltd)
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2001 - 07.2008
- Oversaw engineering team performance, fostering innovation and driving continuous improvement.
- Directed complex projects, ensuring alignment of quality, cost, and schedule with established targets.
- Defined engineering strategies, policies, and standards that supported business goals.
Education
BACHELOR’S degree - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Light Current
Vaal University of Technology
Gauteng01-2000
Certificate of Higher Education - Engineering Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria01-1999
Skills
- Control systems
- Instrumentation principles
- PLC familiarity
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Fault isolation
- Fault identification
- Instrumentation calibration
- Diagnostics
- Quality assurance
- Testing and analysis
- Process automation
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety and compliance
- System designing
- Technical documentation
Languages
Afrikaans
English
Custom
- Mr Wayne Breytenbach, Project Manager, Tronox (Special projects), +27 73 165 3599
- Mr Johnny Carvalho, General Manager, Metso (Mining and Construction), +27 82 456 6421
- Mr Allan Saray, Maintenance and Planning Specialist (Canada), 01-514-261-7282
- Prof Esta van heerden, Director Biosaense Solutions / IWater Solutions, +27 82 374 2855
- Mr Jaco Kriek, Chief Operating Officer, Bosveld Phosphates, +27 82 318 5888
- Mr Piet Badenhorst, Managing Director, Aveng Grinaker - LTA Mechanical Electrical, +27 83 655 0635
- Mrs El-Marie Martens, Engineering Leader, Honeywell, +27 11 695 8000
Accomplishments
- Recognized by management for Honorable Achievement for completion of EOFS Project Phase within budget.
- Recognized for Outstanding Performance for implementing the Honeywell Experion DCS system for ownership and commitment to excellence.
Timeline
Control and Instrument Engineer
Tronox
01.2021 - Current
Engineering and Commissioning Manager
Optimum Instrumentation and Controls
07.2017 - 12.2019
LIFE CYCLE SERVICE MANAGER
Metso Mining and Minerals Pty (Ltd)
07.2014 - 06.2017
DIRECTOR (CONSULTANT PROJECTS & ENGINEERING)
Parivert Pty (Ltd)
04.2013 - 06.2014
SERVICES EXECUTIVE HEAD
Automation and Control Solutions (Sub-Division of Aveng Africa Pty (Ltd)
08.2008 - 03.2013
ENGINEERING LEADER FOR AFRICA, POWER & NATIONAL POWER
Honeywell Pty (Ltd)
01.2001 - 07.2008
BACHELOR’S degree - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Light Current
Vaal University of Technology
Certificate of Higher Education - Engineering Management
University of Pretoria