John Simelane
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Millwright proficient in performing well under pressure and tight deadlines. Adept at identifying causes of mechanical problems and repairing machinery or replacing defective parts with 16 years experience.
Professional with proven track record in maintaining and overseeing facility operations, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordinating team efforts to achieve operational goals. Known for adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and fostering collaborative work environment to meet evolving needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Foreman
Exxaro Grootegeluk Coal
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Plan, train, manage and encourage subordinates to comply with procedures
- Responsible for equipment and machinery in a coal processing/wash plant
- Set procedures and ensure compliance to SHEC policies within my designated areas
- Lead and manage subordinates
- Handling mechanical and electrical breakdowns at the plant
- Preventative maintenance
- Daily liaison with maintenance personnel and service providers
- Assisting with technical investigations
- Adhering to safety rules and regulations.
- Training new Artisans
- Faultfinding on electrical and mechanical systems at the plant.
- Empowered employees to become more self-sufficient by delegating tasks appropriately and providing ample opportunities for skill development.
- Prioritized safety, conducting regular inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth through targeted feedback.
- Investigated equipment malfunctions to diagnose root causes and develop effective repair solutions swiftly.
Mechanical Foreman
Exxaro Belfast Coal
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Optimized resource allocation, managing personnel assignments based on skills and workload requirements.
- Reduced downtime by effectively scheduling maintenance and repairs for essential equipment.
Millwright ( Master Artisan )
Exxaro - Inyanda Coal
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Relieve in Foreman position in his absence and annual leave.
Shift Millwright
Exxaro Inyanda Coal
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic and hydraulic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment and operating a Forklift and Truck mounted crane.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on plant gearboxes, conveyor systems and pulley bearings, maintenance on crushers, pumps, electrical motors, beneficiation screens and fault finding on plant equipments.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in plant equipment.
Trainee Artisan ( Apprentice )
Barat Carbide (Boart-Long-year)
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Maintenance, servicing and modification of equipment
- Completion of training modules for Millwright/Gaining experience as an Artisan.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Collaborated with employees from various backgrounds.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Plant Controller
Barat Carbide (Boart-Long-year)
03.2002 - 07.2004
- Responsible for metal powder drying process.
- Maintained high levels of safety in the workplace through diligent observation and strict adherence to protocols.
- Ensured smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining clear communication lines with colleagues and providing comprehensive briefings on relevant issues.
- Reported complex issues and conditions to management for specialized diagnosis and repair.
- Inspected plant activities on screens and computers to identify and troubleshoot issues.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Metallurgical Engineering
Colliery Training Centre ( CTC )
06.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Management
Unisa
06.2012
GED -
UNISA
12.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Mine Health And Safety
North-West University
10.2014
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Team Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
Education - Qualifications
- Grade 11, Nkumbulo Comprehensive School, 1992
- N4, Springs College, 1995
Identity no:
750617 5363 083
Contact number:
078 159 5189
Residential address:
281 Big Five Street, Witbank, Mpumalanga, 1035
Linguistic abilities:
English / Afrikaans / IsiZulu / Sotho / Tswana (Speak, Read & Write)
Drivers license:
EC ( Code 14 ) with PDP (own transport)
Hobbies and Interests
Travelling / Science Documentaries
Personal abilities - Skills
- Assertive (self confident)
- Accurate
- Punctual
- Able to take initiative
- Able to work independently and in a team
Personal Information
- Criminal Offences: None
- Date of Birth: 06/17/75
Computer literacy - Packages
- Microsoft Packages (MS Word / Excel / Power Point / Outlook)
- SAP / Coupa
References
- Bontle Letlakana, Engineer, 071 147 8251 ( Belfast Coal )
- Wortel van der Walt, Engineering Foreman, 014 763 9102 / 084 513 6827 ( Grootegeluk - Coal Mine )
- Heinrich Bornman - Engineer, 083 455 7854 ( Grootegeluk - Coal Mine )
- Given Chokoe, Head of Department, 083 320 4012 ( Grootegeluk - Coal Mine )
- Themba Ngwenya, Resident Engineer, 013 652 8500 / 083 287 0387 ( Inyanda Coal Mine )
- Andre Coetzee, Engineering Foreman, 013 652 8533 / 078 099 0256 ( Inyanda Coal Mine )
- Earmon Somers, Maintenance Foreman, 011 360 4874 ( Boart - Longyear )
- Mike Rautenbach, Training Officer, 011 360 4667 ( Boart - Longyear )
Timeline
Mechanical Foreman
Exxaro Grootegeluk Coal
07.2021 - 09.2023
Mechanical Foreman
Exxaro Belfast Coal
01.2018 - 01.2021
Millwright ( Master Artisan )
Exxaro - Inyanda Coal
01.2013 - 01.2016
Shift Millwright
Exxaro Inyanda Coal
01.2007 - 01.2013
Trainee Artisan ( Apprentice )
Barat Carbide (Boart-Long-year)
01.2004 - 01.2007
Plant Controller
Barat Carbide (Boart-Long-year)
03.2002 - 07.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Metallurgical Engineering
Colliery Training Centre ( CTC )
Some College (No Degree) - Management
Unisa
GED -
UNISA
Some College (No Degree) - Mine Health And Safety
North-West University