Luthando Elvis Rafani
HOD: Fleet Management
Cape Town
Summary
Experienced professional seeking a role in an organization that promotes skill development and growth. Dedicated to contributing to a team environment that prioritizes continuous learning and career advancement. Skilled in [specific industry or field] with a focus on driving impactful results. Committed to personal and professional growth in a dynamic and innovative work setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4020
4020
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
HOD: Transport and Fleet Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town
01.2024 - Current
- CPUT Transport Strategy: Developing, implementing and rolling out the transport and fleet strategy.
- Develop, implement and communicate policies and procedures
- Optimisation and rationalisation of fleet vehicles to find the most cost-effective and sustainable solutions;
- Developing and refining supporting systems to keep up with new requirements and challenges;
- CPUT Staff and Student Transport Services (SSTS) Management
- Fleet Management Planning and Maintenance
- Human Resource Management, Health and Safety Management
- Environmental Management, Administration Management
- Financial Management, Contract and Procurement Management, Transport Department Information Management
- Stakeholder Relationship Management and Communication
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Manager: Transportation Services
Nelson Mandela University
Qgeberha
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Leadership, Strategy and Management of Transport Unit.
- Shuttle Service Management
- Fleet Management
- Vehicle Maintenance Workshop Management
- Logistics Management
- Traffic and Parking Management
- Contract Management
- Management of Equipment and Systems
- Customer Service
Project Manager (Facilities Management)
National Department of Public Works
Qgeberha
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Cleaning: Oversee cleaning and ensure that department of justice courts offices are clean.
- Horticulture: Maintains department of justice court grounds, including maintenance of landscaping, reticulation systems and gardening resources.
- Budgeting: Manage budgets for cleaning and horticulture, staffing, and other expenses
- Project management: Ensure that cleaning and horticulture projects are completed on time and within the budget allocations
- Safety: Implement and monitor health and safety standards, including regular safety audits and risk assessments
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulations
- Communication: Use written and verbal communication to create reports and communicate with staff
- Vendor management: Create and manage contracts with vendors.
- Staff management: Maintain staff (Cleaners and Gardeners).
- Waste Management: Oversee waste and disposal management, ensure waste management legislation compliance.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Fleet Officer (Logistics Management)
National Department of Public Works
Qgeberha
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Co-ordination of pool vehicle request
- Conducting inspection of fleet & Subsidized Vehicles
- Report all incident and ensure roadworthiness.
- Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of fleet vehicles
- Manage losses and damages and liaise with legal services
- Verify and certify all travel and transport claims.
- Responsible for Rental Services
- Reconcile invoices and petrol slips
- Monitor subsidy vehicle utilization
- Supervising departmental drivers.
- Compile monthly pool and subsidized vehicle reports.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Acquisitions Officer (Facilities Management)
National Department of Public Works
Qgeberha
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Acquiring leased accommodation for Client Dep.
- Acquiring land for Client Departments
- Compile tender specifications
- Negotiating pricing with Landlords
- Preparing lease contracts / agreements
- Attend Bid Evaluation Committee Meetings
- Liaise with Landlords and Client Departments
- Inspect properties for verification of utilization
- Contract Management (lease contracts)
- Compile Health and Safety Reports
- Evaluated potential risks associated with each acquisition opportunity, formulating strategies to mitigate identified concerns effectively.
- Documented acquisition valuations and earnings accretion and dilution models for public and private companies.
- Maintained database of properties desired to purchase.
- Executed intelligent property purchases.
Administration Officer: (Logistics Management)
South African Police Service
Qgeberha
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Day to Day maintenance of SAPS Properties
- Sourcing and Evaluating quotations.
- Placing orders with Suppliers and Service Providers
- Monitor performance and quality of repairs done
- Promote awareness on OHS related matters.
- Verify and certify invoices for payment of contractors
- Building inspections to identify damages and hazards
- Conducting site meetings for repairs and renovations
- Maintaining and updating Supplier data base
- Compile monthly reports on repairs and OSH.
- Improved record-keeping accuracy by creating an updated filing system for confidential documents and materials.
- Managed daily payment processing and drafted related financial documents.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
Education
Matric/Grade 12 -
Qaphelani High School
Gqeberha12.1994
Master of Commerce (Business Man.) - Enhancing SMME empowerment within the Automotive Industry in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Region
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Gqeberha12.2025
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Business Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha04.2023
Advance Diploma - Business Studies: Logistics Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha04.2022
National Diploma - Logistics Management
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha04.2021
Diploma - Public Relations and Communications
Damelin College
Gqeberha12.1999
Diploma - Front-line Tourism
Damelin College
Gqeberha12.1998
Diploma - Office Administration & Computing
Damelin College
Gqeberha12.1998
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Computer skills
Customer service
Project Management Skills
Communication Skills
Strategic Management Skills
Educational Qualifications
12/01/94, Matric/Grade 12, 1994, Master of Commerce (Business Management), Nelson Mandela University (NMU), 12/01/25, Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Management, Advance Diploma in Business Studies: Logistics Management, National Diploma in Logistics Management, Diploma in Public Relations and Communications, Diploma in Front-line Tourism, Diploma in Office Administration & Computing, Fleet, Transport, Fuel Management and Vehicle Maintenance Certificate, Intermediate Financial Principles Certificate, Effective Project Management Certificate, Communication in a Business Environment Certificate, Project Management Certificate, MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
Personal Information
- Available: One Month Notice
- ID Number: 741025 5830 089
- Health Status: Excellent
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 8 with PdP
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
HOD: Transport and Fleet Management
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
01.2024 - Current
Manager: Transportation Services
Nelson Mandela University
01.2018 - 01.2024
Project Manager (Facilities Management)
National Department of Public Works
01.2014 - 01.2018
Fleet Officer (Logistics Management)
National Department of Public Works
01.2008 - 01.2014
Acquisitions Officer (Facilities Management)
National Department of Public Works
01.2006 - 01.2008
Administration Officer: (Logistics Management)
South African Police Service
01.2001 - 01.2006
Matric/Grade 12 -
Qaphelani High School
Master of Commerce (Business Man.) - Enhancing SMME empowerment within the Automotive Industry in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Region
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
Bachelor of Commerce Honours - Business Management
Nelson Mandela University
Advance Diploma - Business Studies: Logistics Management
Nelson Mandela University
National Diploma - Logistics Management
Nelson Mandela University
Diploma - Public Relations and Communications
Damelin College
Diploma - Front-line Tourism
Damelin College
Diploma - Office Administration & Computing
Damelin College
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