Results-driven chief engineer with extensive experience across multiple vessel types, totaling 17 years in engineering roles. Demonstrated leadership as chief marine engineering officer and chief engineer on diamond mining vessels. Equipped with an unlimited chief engineer certification and relevant engineering diplomas. Focused on contributing to organizational growth while advancing technical skills and knowledge.
Hi, I’m
Loyiso Ntshanyana
Chief Engineer
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Summary
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
DeBeers Marine SA Pty Ltd
Chief Engineer
01.2022 - 01.2025
Job overview
- overseeing multidisciplinary teams consisting of engineers, boilermakers, filters, and drillers.
- Maintain record of 100% safety culture zero LTI.
- Guarantee 98% engineering availability.
- Reduce breakdowns through implementation of preventative maintenance across all areas of plant.
- maintain organization policies and procedures updated and reviewed annually.
- Foster work culture emphasizing accountability for output and ownership of unwanted behavior.
- Collaborate closely with section engineer and vessel manager to address onboard technical challenges and implement enhancements.
DebMarine Namibia
2nd Engineer
01.2019 - 01.2022
Job overview
- support chief engineer in achieving organizational goals regarding preventative maintenance of plant for promoting safety culture onboard.
- Oversaw work output of team, ensuring engineering availability exceeded 98% and minimizing operational delays in plant
- Oversee team members, inspiring achievement of engineering goals aligned with KPI
- maintain 4-stroke Wartsila W26L8 engines with 35% availability
- leading engine room firefighting team during emergencies.
DebMarine Namibia
3rd Engineer
01.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- managed plant operations per chief engineer standing orders.
- applying preventive maintenance on following equipment 4-stroke medium-speed CAT engines Atlas Copco G32 air compressors ballast water treatment plant Alfa Laval water maker Alfa Laval purifiers and sewage plant.
- Support 2nd engineer in diagnosing faults within hydraulic systems.
- facilitate training of cadets and signing of engineering training books.
- Maintaining readiness of all safety equipment and verifying 100% functionality through rigorous testing.
Transnet National Port Authority
Chief Marine Engineering Officer
01.2012 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
Maersk Shipping
4th Engineer
01.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Managed inventory control efforts for spare parts procurement, ensuring timely availability without excess stock levels or wastage.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow engineers to resolve technical challenges swiftly, minimizing potential risks or delays.
- Enhanced engine performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
- Played a critical role in achieving successful voyage completions by performing essential repair works under challenging conditions.
- Demonstrated strong technical skills, efficiently diagnosing and rectifying mechanical faults to ensure minimal disruption to vessel operations.
Education
UNISASouth Africa
Programme from Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Project Management
03-2025
University Overview
Duration: 12 MONTHS
CPUTCape Town
Certificate of Compentency from Marine Engineering
12-2021
University Overview
NMMUPort Elizabeth
N.D. from Operations Management
12-2016
University Overview
Advance Certificate in Project Management
Cape Peninsula University of TechnologyCape Town, South Africa
National Diploma from Engineering: Mechanical
12-2010
University Overview
Skills
Engineering leadership
Effective communication
Technical expertise
problem solving techniques
Maintenance planning
Safety management
Interests
Traveling
Squash
Listening to music
Reading
Swimming
Personal Information
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1981-03-06
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
References
References
- Lerato Radebe, Vessel Manager, DeBeers Marine Pty Ltd, +27 72-399 2671
- Razapo Kandjii, Chief Engineer, Debmarine Namibia, +264 81 288 0732
Timeline
Chief Engineer
DeBeers Marine SA Pty Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2025
2nd Engineer
DebMarine Namibia
01.2019 - 01.2022
3rd Engineer
DebMarine Namibia
01.2016 - 01.2019
Chief Marine Engineering Officer
Transnet National Port Authority
01.2012 - 01.2016
4th Engineer
Maersk Shipping
01.2009 - 01.2011
UNISA
Programme from Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Project Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
National Diploma from Engineering: Mechanical
CPUT
Certificate of Compentency from Marine Engineering
NMMU
N.D. from Operations Management