Excell
Louis Van Heerden
Bloemfontein,FS
Summary
Experienced Site Supervisor with 12 years of experience. Highly-skilled in supervising projects from start to finish. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Proficient in Sapc compliance, estimating, inspection and heavy equipment operations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Construction Project Manager
Self Employed
02.2015 - Current
- Managed construction schedules to achieve adequate labor coverage for all projects.
- Formulated quality assurance and safety standards to comply with construction plans.
- Achieved optimization by analyzing material and labor costs.
- Improved cost control through effective allocation of subcontractors and site resources.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Kept sites compliant with state and local regulations to prevent unnecessary delays.
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work.
- Regulated and managed construction plans, materials, budgeting and staff to complete project.
- Read and interpreted blueprints in before planning or delegating days work to team of 25 employees.
- Monitored, coached and supervised team of employees.
Plumbing Technician
Barnard Construction
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with Angle grinder and Hammer drill.
- Complied with all state plumbing codes throughout duration of the project.
- Worked with home owner to understand needs and provide material.
Plumbing Apprentice
L Steyn Building Contractors
03.2008 - 12.2011
- Listened to instructions from owner, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners and rods.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Trained completely in above and below ground plumbing installations.
- Geyser installations
Roofing Apprentice
L Steyn Building Contractors
12.2008 - 11.2011
- Trained and oversaw individuals in roofing system installations.
- Precisely cut tiles, strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Installed high-quality roofing systems, paying careful attention to hazards and other safety concerns.
- Trained in Hip Construction, Truncated and Infill (45 AND 90 DEGREES) with Valleys
- Gable to gable Roofing
- Tiles with IBR/Corrugated sheeting installations.
Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
JF Primary School
Bloemfontein , Freestate
04.2021 - 09.2025
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular preventative maintenance checks and repairs.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate facility needs, enhancing overall functionality and appearance.
- Achieved cost savings through diligent budget management while maintaining high-quality grounds maintenance services.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, communication, and professional growth.
Admin Manager-Branch Manager
Ellerines Group (Town Talk)
02.2005 - 08.2006
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Aligned inventory processes with demand projections to maximize organizational and budget efficiency.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Admin Manger of the year
- Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
- Admin Manger of the year
Technical Machine Operator (Level 1-5)
HL Foods
01.2003 - 11.2004
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Completed processing activities to conform with laws, safety standards and product hygiene standards.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Operated FMCG machines equipment safely and efficiently with ateam of 6 employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Goudveld
Welkom12.2002
GED -
Alison Online College
Ireland12.2018
Associate of Arts - Project Management
Sophia.org
USA12.2018
GED -
TAMU
USA12.2018
GED -
HSA
IRELAND12.2018
Skills
Roofing
Software
Microsoft Office
Driver licence
Code C1
Timeline
Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
JF Primary School
04.2021 - 09.2025
Construction Project Manager
Self Employed
02.2015 - Current
Plumbing Technician
Barnard Construction
02.2012 - 09.2012
Roofing Apprentice
L Steyn Building Contractors
12.2008 - 11.2011
Plumbing Apprentice
L Steyn Building Contractors
03.2008 - 12.2011
Admin Manager-Branch Manager
Ellerines Group (Town Talk)
02.2005 - 08.2006
Technical Machine Operator (Level 1-5)
HL Foods
01.2003 - 11.2004
High School Diploma -
Goudveld
GED -
Alison Online College
Associate of Arts - Project Management
Sophia.org
GED -
TAMU
GED -
HSA