Bazil Kambunga
Johannesburg
Summary
A well accomplished Technical Manager with diverse expertise in implementing strategic solutions within an organization and an aptitude for the development of realistic strategies in molding diverse business unit responsibilities into holistic initiatives. Thirteen years of experience as a manager in open cast mining, responsible for drilling, personnel, and machinery Twenty years of progressive experience as a maintenance Technician in the mining sector. Able to implement process improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. Able to work effectively with diverse groups at an organizational level to achieve a common goal. Innovative, professional guided by curiosity to learn more Enjoys the opportunity to pursue challenging goals and develop professionally while maintaining healthy balance between working and personal life.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydraulic Mechanic/Technician Team Leader
BMI Group/DDJ
Bloemfontein & Sedibeng
02.2013 - Current
- Assisting in the procurement (procuring the parts with technical advice to clients and sites on what spares to order and keep as stock)
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals
- Managed scheduling, training, and inventory control
- Recruited, hired, and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics
- Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems
- Developed initiatives for process improvement and reviewed and assessed ongoing operations
- Analyzed and controlled materials, supplies and equipment operational expenses
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities
- Presented performance and productivity reports to supervisors
- Connected with clients and developed strategies to achi
- Enforced federal, state, local, and company rules for safety and operations.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements
- Responded to information requests from superiors, providing specific documentation
- Tracked and replenis
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices
- Conducted employee observations and documented findings
- Reviewed daily financial reports and reconciled accounts to keep information current and accurate
- Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows and promotional initiatives
- Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions
- Supported accident investigations and prepared related paperwork
- Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics
- Monitored resource use to achieve set goals within budget constraints
- Contributed to proposal and contract development, negotiations, and meetings
- Controlled departmental facilities use and approved requests for repairs or improvements
- Collected customer fees, managed refunds, and provided complete sales documentation
- Collaborated with board of directors to determine mission and values and plan for short and long-term goals
- Conducted periodic assessments to evaluate company's financial performance
- Crafted operations best practices using audits and project management team feedback
- Generated performance and labor strategies to compete in new and existing markets
- Created corrective actions based on adverse KPI trends
- Resolved challenges associated with company websites, vendors, and telecoms
- Published customer satisfaction results from feedback forms and correspondence
- Coordinated tasks with business and technology units to keep deliveries and milestones on schedule
- Delivered exemplary mentoring and training to project teams, which included task delegation and performance evaluation to determine project pace and goal achievement
- Inspected hydraulic hoses, pumps, valves, cylinders and other components for wear or damage.
- Communicated well with project teams, internal clients, and external parties
- Liaised with clientele to ascertain project requirements and communicated with appropriate personnel to handle project planning and scheduling
- Delivered updates to appropriate stakeholders on project's status and feedback gleaned from clients
- Oversaw development,
- Performed preventative maintenance on hydraulic systems and components.
Drilling Superintendent
Altivex Mining
08.2012 - 02.2013
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs
- Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems
- Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials
- Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment
- Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills
- Participated and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status
- Evaluated mining operations and developed solutions to improve productivity
- Coordinated meetings with internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and vendors to complete projects
- Calculated and analyzed instrumentation and control system data for process flow sheets
- Developed specifications and operating manuals for processing equipment to maintain proper functionality
- Oversaw construction, installation, and operational testing with attention to functional specifications and industry regulations
- Maintained regular communication with project team members, leadership teams and stakeholders
- Prepared mining project estimates and financial reports for accurate and proactive cost management
- Designed systems to collect and contain contaminants to surrounding soil, water, and air
- Contributed to knowledge base by creating and maintaining articles and other technical documents
- Explained technology-related details in easy-to-understand terms to individuals from different backgrounds and in various job positions
Site Manager
Altivex Mining
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Managing the whole site on production and services and maintenance
- Hold production meetings with the client
- Give feedback to the Contracts Manager
- Monitored worksite personnel to maintain high levels of quality and performance
- Directed site activities to drive smooth operations and achieve quality assurance metrics
- Interviewed and hired qualified candidates to fill open staff positions
- Performed routine audits to maintain inventories, supplies and equipment
- Complied with operational standards and OSHA regulations
- Maintained safe operating compliance and verified that operations met best practice standards
- Maintained payroll data, attendance records and delivered materials to job site on time and in good condition
- Inspected and evaluated physical condition of establishment to comply with safety, quality, and service requirements
- Employed cost management techniques to maintain budget and increase revenue
- Maintained daily communication with subcontractors and inspectors to drive forward progress of project
- Coordinated schedules of vendors and service providers to handle diverse operational and supply needs
- Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines
- Motivated and challenged staff to achieve results while offering developmental and educational opportunities
- Modified plans in response to delays, bad weather or construction site emergencies
- Reduced employee and subcontractor turnover rate
- Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers
- Developed long-range plans, conceptual designs, and capital outlay requirements, driving process improvements
Site Plant Manager
Altivex Mining
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Managing site mechanics and technicians to attain 85% availability
- Liaising with production Manager to achieve a common goal
- Report to shareholders of the machine status and availability
- Train subordinates on the machine and transfer the skills
- Coordinated maintenance strategy for equipment, including predictive and preventive measures
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output
- Planned, directed, and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures
- Eliminated materials waste and unnecessary labor hours to reduce costs
- Gave direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers
- Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training
- Provided work direction, resolved problems, prepared schedules, and supervised operations to complete work for team of 20
- Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations
- Adjusted and improved processes to maximize efficiency
- Promoted high-quality daily production by enforcing product standards and monitoring level of quality
- Supported departments in successfully utilizing available labor, materials, and equipment resources for production
- Developed strategic programs and devised key plans that affected the direction of the business
- Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery
- Evaluated schedules, orders, and forecasts to plan processes and meet timetables
- Inspected production, quality control and maintenance reports to detect and address production problems
- Reviewed quality control reports monitoring various aspects
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments
- Assessed production schedules and orders to plan material requirements and worker activities
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime
- Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions
- Developed and administered budgets for inventory, labor hours and overhead expenses
- Learned how to respond to emergency situations to prevent personal injuries and property damage
- Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives
- Coordinated preventive maintenance on existing and new production equipment and performed routine calibration
- Negotiated materials with suppliers to remain within budget
- Oversaw production budget and approved expenditures to direct spending
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management
- Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership
- Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs
Field Service Manager
Atlas Copco Zimbabwe
12.2007 - 07.2008
- Increased productivity of field technicians 89% by accurately delegating tasks to over 125 employees
- Established staff schedules and assignments based on needs and equipment availability
- Oversaw onsite and offsite maintenance, repair, and installation jobs
- Initiated process improvements to reduce cost of services
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture
- Created and managed budgets for travel, training and team building activities
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans
- Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance
- Maintained adequate quantities of supplies and spare parts for drilling operations
- Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime
- Checked drilling activities for compliance with HSE requirements, work instructions and procedures
SDE Product Specialist
Atlas Copco Zimbabwe
09.2006 - 12.2007
- Demonstrated and explained products, methods, or services to induce prospective clients
- Suggested specific products to meet customer needs
- Learned about product's technical specifications and accurately explained specifications to customers and work team
- Instructed customers in product operations and customizations
- Set up and arranged displays to attract prospective customers
- Trained new specialists to present company products or services
- Oversaw daily operations for drilling campaigns and assessed techniques and procedures to improve future projects
- Documented technical specifications and work scope to prepare tender packages
- Prepared work orders and communicated with drilling supervisors to dispatch materials to rig worksite, replenish stock and repair equipment
- Collaborated with drilling team supervisor to resolve concerns or problems with operations
- Planned and coordinated equipment and inventory to prepare materials necessary for projects
- Conducted on-site safety inspections and acceptance testing for drilling rigs and equipment
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems
- Completed regular installations of new equipment parts
- Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports
- Participated in continuous improvement program to confirm quality of repair work performed
- Communicated project status to management and customers and mentored newer mechanics in best practices
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems
Workshop Technician
Atlas Copco
01.2003 - 09.2006
- General maintenance of the workshops
- Unloaded and stocked incoming shipments of parts and tools to support efficient shop operations
- Maintained basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems to troubleshoot and correct various problems
- Cleaned, inspected, and verified operations of equipment and components to determine repair or maintenance needs
- Documented shop activities against checklists and supporting documentation for work decisions
- Reconditioned, repaired, or refurbished components to restore functionality and meet warranty requirements
- Fabricated parts for installation or repair work using tools and shop machinery
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts
- Inspected, operated, or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
- Managed rigs move and drilling operations
- Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime
- Demonstrated and reinforced values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility
Senior Field Service Technician
Shabanie Mine
Zvishavane
01.1998 - 11.2003
- Service manager 4 Surface Drilling Equipment (SDE) product specialist 5 Surface Drilling Equipment Supervisor 6 Surface Drilling
- Operated hand tools and power equipment according to corporate safety procedures
- Performed annual and preventive system service maintenance
- Analyzed equipment data to isolate and diagnose faults
- Observed field safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents
- Minimized customer callbacks, equipment failure by reviewing job upon completion
- Mentored and trained new employees on processes, flow, and safety procedures
- Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components
- Communicated with vendors, upper management, and peers
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards
- Inspected drives, motors, and belts to complete comprehensive maintenance
- Disassembled and reassembled hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment for inspection
- Submitted reports to Technical Supervisor following field visits
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality
- Leveraged equipment to complete tests, maintenance, repairs, and overhauls
- Overhauled equipment and prototype designs to maximize performance and reduce costs
Education
Machineshop Engineering - Indlela Training Centre-Red Seal
Kwekwe Polytechnical College
Kwekwe, ZimbabweSkills
- Professional and academic Development
- Technical System Improvements
- Company Process Analysis
- Employee Development
- Technical Improvement Knowledge
- Project Management Expertise
- Technology Planning
- Customer Proposals
- Cost Estimates
- Supervision & Leadership
- Training & Development
- Microsoft Office
- Team Management
- Computer Skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Family
- Watching Cricket and soccer
References
- Walter Chitate, chitate.walter@gmail.com
- Grant Francis, david@bmigroup.co.za
Timeline
Hydraulic Mechanic/Technician Team Leader
BMI Group/DDJ
02.2013 - Current
Drilling Superintendent
Altivex Mining
08.2012 - 02.2013
Site Manager
Altivex Mining
11.2011 - 08.2012
Site Plant Manager
Altivex Mining
03.2010 - 11.2011
Field Service Manager
Atlas Copco Zimbabwe
12.2007 - 07.2008
SDE Product Specialist
Atlas Copco Zimbabwe
09.2006 - 12.2007
Workshop Technician
Atlas Copco
01.2003 - 09.2006
Senior Field Service Technician
Shabanie Mine
01.1998 - 11.2003
Machineshop Engineering - Indlela Training Centre-Red Seal
Kwekwe Polytechnical College
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