LEE-ROY FYNN
Westville
Summary
Experienced Mechanical Engineering professional with over 13 years of industry experience in Valve Automation in Production Supervision and Technical Sales across Southern Africa.
Results-driven Supervisor with experience steering and directing all aspects of operations. Practiced in orchestrating multiple projects with competing priorities involving process improvements, safety initiatives and quality control. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements.
Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets & building key relationships with all stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ATO Supervisor
Valmet South Africa
Durban
11.2018 - Current
- Manage the overall operations of the Supply Centre, ensuring efficiency across all processes and facilities.
- Plan and coordinate the production of valve top works and assembly lines.
- Oversee procurement activities, including sourcing components and parts from both internal (Factory-to-Factory) and external suppliers.
- Monitor and manage stock replenishment, ensuring timely follow-up on purchase orders and deliveries.
- Provide proactive updates to sales support and production teams regarding delivery schedules and potential delays.
- Lead vendor and subcontractor selection through cost-effective price negotiations and quality assessments.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate Supply Centre performance.
- Drive the implementation and optimization of ERP systems and related processes within the Supply Centre.
- Collaborate with global Flow Control factories and Supply Centre networks to align operations and share best practices.
- Conduct vendor capacity and capability assessments in partnership with the Quality Assurance team.
Service Coordinator
Neles South Africa
Durban
05.2016 - 11.2018
- The expediting and following up of purchases and deliveries related to the fulfilment of customers’ orders.
- Prepare and submit accurate and comprehensive quotations for products and services in a timely manner.
- Coordinate and manage shutdown planning activities, including the preparation and submission of safety files in compliance with safety standards.
- Raise and manage local purchase orders to facilitate timely job execution and support workshop requirements.
- Maintain and update customer records and databases to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Oversee inventory control by conducting regular stock assessments and implementing effective procurement planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, workshop staff, and field technicians, to ensure seamless service coordination and enhanced customer satisfaction.
Internal Technical Sales
Metso Automation
Durban
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Supplied automated valve systems across various industries.
- Collected and analyzed process data for accurate valve sizing and material selection.
- Prepared detailed technical quotations and managed customer orders.
- Provided technical support across South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, and Southern Africa.
Site Supervisor
Fibre-Wound South Africa
02.2011 - 02.2012
- Supervised fibreglass installation and manufacturing activities on-site.
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Interpreted technical drawings and managed site personnel.
- Coordinated with clients, subcontractors, and project managers.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
Durban, South Africa
Durban, South Africa01-2015
National Diploma (NDip) - Mechanical Engineering
Durban, South Africa
Durban, South Africa01-2012
Skills
- ERP & Inventory Systems (SAP, Salesforce)
- CAD Software (Solid Edge, AutoCAD, Inventor)
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Vendor & Sub Contractor Management
- Documentation & Reporting
- SOPs Review and Documentation
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Production & Service Coordination
- Shift Scheduling & Resource Planning
- Quality Control & KPI Metrics
- Continuous improvement and problem solving
- Shutdown Planning & Execution
- Process optimization
- Process monitoring and improvement
Certification
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech) - Mechanical Engineering (2014)
- National Diploma (NDip) - Mechanical Engineering
- SAVAMA Certificate - South African Valve and Actuator Manufacturers Association
- Stonel Product Training Certificate
- Legal Liabilities and Accountability Certificate
- Health & Safety Representative - Chamber of Mines
Languages
English, Afrikaans (intermediate)
References
- Steve, Clark, Ex-Director, +2783 289 6891, Valmet South Africa
- Dirk, Bezuidenhout, Service Supervisor, Dirk.bezuidenhout@valmet.com, +2783 280 5622, Valmet South Africa
Timeline
ATO Supervisor
Valmet South Africa
11.2018 - Current
Service Coordinator
Neles South Africa
05.2016 - 11.2018
Internal Technical Sales
Metso Automation
04.2013 - 05.2016
Site Supervisor
Fibre-Wound South Africa
02.2011 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
Durban, South Africa
National Diploma (NDip) - Mechanical Engineering
Durban, South Africa
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