JOSE VAN ROOYEN
Technical Manager
BRAKPAN
Summary
Technical Manager with 10+ years of experience seeks to improve personal and professional efficiency. Career highlights include handling all technical employee relations in a 45-employee Overhead Crane and Manufacturing firm, focusing on improving cost, time and quality. I'm passionate about improving myself in more than one field of expertise, I studied in Sales and Marketing, Project Management and became a Qualified Electrician. I strive to educate myself and always look for ways to do so, I will be enrolling myself to finish my Sales and Marketing N6 in 2025 to expand my knowledge and abilities in the field. I pride myself in being a hard worker and always give my best, and I take great pride in my work, and results in the outcome are my passion and the drive to give my best.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
TECHNICAL MANAGER
JCS MAINTENANCE (PTY) LTD
8 2013 - Current
- Managing technical processes and teams, providing technical skills to necessary environments for project success. Providing highly complex solutions for efficiency in both technical as well as management fields. Assisting across departments like sales, human resource, finance, operations, procurement, logistics, design and damage control. I'm tasked in handling teams, estimate project budgets, schedule project timelines, arrange for resources and also help in solving technical problems as and when needed. I'm responsible for project planning, setting targets and deliverables, making decisions and brining in business.
- Created comprehensive documentation of processes and procedures to ensure consistency throughout department's operations
- Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources
- Delivered comprehensive technical training programs for staff members, enhancing overall team competency levels
- Built trusted relationships with stakeholders through clear communication and collaborative problem-solving efforts
- Met with clients to gather and understand requirements and coordinated with system administrators and directors to plan and schedule project activities
- Optimized team performance by establishing clear roles, responsibilities, expectations in accordance with best practices
Supervisor
RGM CRANE (PTY) LTD
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Tasked as a team Leader, Site Project Manager, Client Management and Site Supervisor, having good working knowledge of a wide variety of products and pride myself as a Konecranes, SWF, Verlinder & Demag Crane Specialist. Performing complete new crane installations, maintenance (breakdowns & repairs), service inspections and load testing.
Building new and refurbish control panels as per customers requirements and worked on and install VDS units, have good knowledge of relays, contactor's and VSD's. - Completed risk assessments and insured safe working environment on site to insure safety of my team and clients
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of damaged cranes to recommend appropriate corrective actions or replacement options
- Reduced downtime for crane operations by proactively addressing mechanical issues and implementing preventive measures
- Supported company growth initiatives by assisting in the acquisition of new clients through demonstrations of technical expertise during sales presentations
- Optimized crane performance by conducting load tests and adjusting configurations as needed
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on various crane systems
- Assisted colleagues with technical challenges they faced, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to ensure proper crane setup and use for specific tasks
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries regarding crane operation or maintenance needs
- Trained junior technicians in best practices for crane maintenance, inspection, and repair procedures
Overhead Crane Technician
KONECRANES (PTY) LTD
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Tasked as a team Leader, Site Project Manager, Client Management and Site Supervisor, having good working knowledge of a wide variety of products and pride myself as a Konecranes, SWF, Verlinder & Demag Crane Specialist. Performing complete new crane installations, maintenance (breakdowns & repairs), service inspections and load testing.
- Building new and refurbish control panels as per customers requirements and worked on and install VDS units, have good knowledge of relays, contactor's and VSD's.
- Completed risk assessments and insured safe working environment on site to insure safety of my team and clients
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of damaged cranes to recommend appropriate corrective actions or replacement options
- Reduced downtime for crane operations by proactively addressing mechanical issues and implementing preventive measures
- Supported company growth initiatives by assisting in the acquisition of new clients through demonstrations of technical expertise during sales presentations
- Optimized crane performance by conducting load tests and adjusting configurations as needed
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on various crane systems
- Assisted colleagues with technical challenges they faced, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to ensure proper crane setup and use for specific tasks
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries regarding crane operation or maintenance needs
- Trained junior technicians in best practices for crane maintenance, inspection, and repair procedures
Overhead Crane Technician
RFC LIFTING EQUIPMENTS
03.2008 - 09.2010
- Tasked as a team Leader, Site Project Manager, Client Management and Site Supervisor, having good working knowledge of a wide variety of products and pride myself as a Konecranes, SWF, Verlinder & Demag Crane Specialist. Performing complete new crane installations, maintenance (breakdowns & repairs), service inspections and load testing.
- Building new and refurbish control panels as per customers requirements and worked on and install VDS units, have good knowledge of relays, contactor's and VSD's.
- Completed risk assessments and insured safe working environment on site to insure safety of my team and clients
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of damaged cranes to recommend appropriate corrective actions or replacement options
- Reduced downtime for crane operations by proactively addressing mechanical issues and implementing preventive measures
- Supported company growth initiatives by assisting in the acquisition of new clients through demonstrations of technical expertise during sales presentations
- Optimized crane performance by conducting load tests and adjusting configurations as needed
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on various crane systems
- Assisted colleagues with technical challenges they faced, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing
- Collaborated with project managers and engineers to ensure proper crane setup and use for specific tasks
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries regarding crane operation or maintenance needs
- Trained junior technicians in best practices for crane maintenance, inspection, and repair procedures
Sales Executive
MEASURETEST
09.2007 - 03.2008
- Managed over 50 customers
- Increase sales annually
- Tele Sales daily, to establish client base daily in Electrical industry
- Make appointments with clients and potential clients
- Cold canvassing while traveling to visit clients, to establish new client base
- Meet appointments on time, and to look for new business between set meetings
- Follow up Quotations on daily base
- Follow delivery schedules to customer's satisfaction
- Keep track of client's database, and to stay in touch with them.
Sales Executive
MULTI-CRETE
10.2005 - 09.2007
- Telephone Sales, to establish client base daily within construction field
- Make appointments with clients and potential clients
- Cold canvassing while travel to visit clients, to establish new client base
- Meet appointments on time, and to look for new business between set meetings
- Follow up Quotations on daily base
- Follow delivery schedules to customer's satisfaction
- Keep track of client database and stay in touch with them.
MARKET RESEARCH
BMI Food Pack
07.2005 - 09.2005
- Conducted market research to identify trends and opportunities for new advertising strategies
- Work on customers purchased orders to gather Information (Excel), Product brands, purchased dates, Product costing, Suppliers, and item quantities
- (Power Point) Follow up information; collect all needed information from outlet stores on monthly bases
- Compile information, into 'Quantity of Product Forecast'
- Estimate raw and future forecast of sales, Brands, Distribution points
- Enhanced supplier relations by conducting in-depth market research and analysis
- Identified potential revenue growth opportunities with thorough market research and competitive analysis
- Developed business strategies by conducting comprehensive market research and competitor analysis
- Optimized purchasing decisions through comprehensive market research and analysis
Education
Conduct Outcomes-Based Assessment - Assessor
EDU-PROF Academy
Boksburg 04.2023 - 05.2023
Facilitate Learning Using A Variety Of Given Metho - Facilitator
EDU-PROF Academy
Boksburg 04.2023 - 05.2023
Project Managemant - Project Managemant
Damlin
Boksburg 06.2012 - 12.2012
Diploma - Ministry Leadership
CFC International Bible School
Boksburg 01.2010 - 02.2012
Electrician - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Energy Sector Education And Training Authority
South Aftrica 01.2009 - 04.2009
N5 Certificate - Sales And Marketing Education
Ekurhuleni East TVET College Brakpan
Brakpan 01.2003 - 07.2004
Senoir Certificate - Grade 12
Technical High School Brakpan
Brakpan 01.1997 - 12.2002
Skills
Operations Management
Business Development
Employee Motivation
Staff Discipline
Project Management
Goal-Oriented
Training and mentoring
Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Scholar and student work
4 years (2001 - 2004), I worked as a part time sale during my School holidays., Sales Executive and Telephone sales, Stock availability updates, Client satisfaction reports, Counter Sales
Special achievements
I'M A GO GETTER IN ALL FIELDS OF LIFE. I BECAME THE CHESS CHAMPION IN THE EAST-RAND JUNIOR COMPETITION. I PLAYED FOR MY SCHOOLS 1st RUGBY TEAM, AND WERE A TOP STUDENT IN MY MARKETING CLASS, AS FOR PERSONAL SALES. I LOVE NEW CHALLENGES, AND MANAGMENT IS SOMETING I'M VERY PASSIONATE ABOUT IN ALL LEVELS IN THE CORPARATE WORLD. I BELIEVE I WILL BE AN ACIEVER AND A TOP EMPLOYEE IN YOUR WELL ASTABLICHED COMPANY ONES GIVEN A CHANGE TO PROOF MYSELF. I AM DRIVEN TO IMPROVE MY PERSONAL CAPACITY IN ALL AREAS.
Health
EXCELLENT
Personal Information
- Passport Number: A04839495 Exp 07/29/25
- Date of Birth: 07/22/84
- Nationality: SOUTH AFRICAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED (2 CHILDREN)
Drivers license
40100003JFPL / CODE: 08
References
- MR. CHRISTO NIEMAND, MULTI-CRETE, +27 11 740 0217
- ROBBIE SOMERVILLE, RFC LIFTING EQUIPMENT, +27 11 425 6977
- MARIUS NAUDE, KONECRANES, +27 11 864 2800
- LP RUSTY MTSHALI, DAMELIN, +27 78 603 4448
- Albertus, JADE CRANE SERVICES, +27 61 009 1247
Timeline
Conduct Outcomes-Based Assessment - Assessor
EDU-PROF Academy
04.2023 - 05.2023
Facilitate Learning Using A Variety Of Given Metho - Facilitator
EDU-PROF Academy
04.2023 - 05.2023
Project Managemant - Project Managemant
Damlin
06.2012 - 12.2012
Supervisor
RGM CRANE (PTY) LTD
08.2011 - 08.2013
Overhead Crane Technician
KONECRANES (PTY) LTD
09.2010 - 08.2011
Diploma - Ministry Leadership
CFC International Bible School
01.2010 - 02.2012
Electrician - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Energy Sector Education And Training Authority
01.2009 - 04.2009
Overhead Crane Technician
RFC LIFTING EQUIPMENTS
03.2008 - 09.2010
Sales Executive
MEASURETEST
09.2007 - 03.2008
Sales Executive
MULTI-CRETE
10.2005 - 09.2007
MARKET RESEARCH
BMI Food Pack
07.2005 - 09.2005
N5 Certificate - Sales And Marketing Education
Ekurhuleni East TVET College Brakpan
01.2003 - 07.2004
Senoir Certificate - Grade 12
Technical High School Brakpan
01.1997 - 12.2002
TECHNICAL MANAGER
JCS MAINTENANCE (PTY) LTD
8 2013 - Current
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