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Johannes Daniel Jacobus Otto

Lead Technician & Site Foreman
Yzerfontein

Summary

Construction professional prepared to oversee site operations and drive project success. Known for maintaining high standards and effective team collaboration. Reliable in adapting to changing site conditions and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in project management, problem-solving, and team leadership.

Experienced with overseeing all aspects of electrical projects. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to coordinate teams and ensure timely project completion. Track record of maintaining safety standards and fostering productive work environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Site Foreman

SolStruct
Western Cape
04.2025 - Current

Building solar plants larger than 1 megawatt.

  • Construction of a 7 MW solar farm for the City of Cape Town.
  • Managing daily tasks of 30 or more staff.
  • Implementation of health and safety regulatory procedures.
  • Deliver high-quality workmanship by overseeing all aspects of construction from start to finish.
  • Maintain accurate records of daily activities, including time sheets, material logs, and safety reports.
  • Increase productivity by implementing effective delegation strategies among team members.
  • Collaborating with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure the accurate interpretation of design plans.

Branch Manager & Lead Technician

PacB Group - Electech
Malmesbury
02.2024 - 03.2025
  • To install and maintain generator sets from 20 kVA to 2,500 kVA.
  • To install LV and MV reticulation circuits.
  • To carry out industrial electrical installations.
  • To liaise with customers and engineers who are taking part in electrical design.
  • To commission generator and electrical installations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.

Business Owner

Atlantic Solar/Otto Electrical
Yzerfontein
11.2017 - 01.2024
  • Development and installation of electrical circuits in new and existing dwellings.
  • Maintenance to current electrical circuitry.
  • Wiring of Alternate power supply systems to Residential and Light industrial properties.
  • Generator Installations to Shopping complexes.
  • All electrical work pertaining to residential sector.
  • In the 6 years of existence, I have completed 40 Housing Projects, 60 Solar Installations and multiple other Electrical projects (single phase and three phase) from Start to end
  • Achieved consistent growth in annual revenue through strategic planning and execution of sales initiatives.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and regularly updating staff on industry best practices.
  • Managed financial operations to ensure fiscal responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Maintenance Manager

Microbel Laboratories
Pretoria
06.2016 - 09.2017
  • To maintain all manufacturing and production machines.
  • To oversee compliance with GMP and SGS accreditation.
  • To procure new machinery to increase production and manufacturing of pharmaceutical and cosmetic production
  • To liaise with contractors and service providers, making sure of their competence and compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
  • Reason for leaving: I ventured into starting my own electrical business in the Western Cape.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.

Electro Mechanic Learner and General Worker

SASOL Mining
Secunda
06.2011 - 10.2015
  • General maintenance of machinery and equipment at Twistdraai Export Plant.
  • Servicing Coal washing plant.
  • Conveyors.
  • Industrial Pumping Systems.
  • Gearboxes and Drives.
  • Doing Maintenance and Installing Conveyor systems underground.
  • Mechanical Fitting and Maintenance on Heavy Mining Equipment.
  • Maintenance on Switches and Substations.
  • Installing and Maintenance of electrical and mechanical plant related equipment.
  • Heavy Machinery Operator

Manager Owner

Bendito Farm Produce
Pretoria
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Producing Fresh Quality farm produce to Pretoria fresh produce market.
  • Planting of Crop and Animal Care.
  • Operating Tractors and Farm Equipment.

Education

National Certificate (Red Seal) - Electrician

Prosa
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

National Certificate MQA -

Electro Mechanic Level 2
Secunda, South Africa

National Certificate MQA -

Electro Mechanic Level 3
Secunda, South Africa

Engineering Science -

N3
Secunda, South Africa

Mechano Technology -

N3
Secunda, South Africa

Electrical Trade Theory -

N2
Secunda, South Africa

High School - Grade 12 Passed

Wonderboom
Pretoria, South Africa
01.2001 - 01.2006

Occupational Health and Safety rep Certificate -

Safety Institute
Durbanville South Africa

Skills

  • Fluent in Afrikaans

  • Fluent in English

  • Fluent in German

  • MS Office

  • Time Management

  • Problem Solving

  • Communication

  • Crisis Management

  • Business Management

  • Working Independent

Interests

Writing Music
Sports
Family
Outdoors

Valid Passport

Valid Passport 

Willing to Relocate

Personal Information

  • Age: 38
  • Married
  • 3 Dependants

Certification

Solar Installer

Timeline

Scaffolding Erection and Inspection

07-2025

Site Foreman

SolStruct
04.2025 - Current

First Aid Level 1

02-2025

Health and Safety Representative

11-2024

Public Liability

11-2024

Branch Manager & Lead Technician

PacB Group - Electech
02.2024 - 03.2025

Solar Installer

07-2021

Business Owner

Atlantic Solar/Otto Electrical
11.2017 - 01.2024

Maintenance Manager

Microbel Laboratories
06.2016 - 09.2017

Medium Voltage Mandate

07-2015

Electro Mechanic Learner and General Worker

SASOL Mining
06.2011 - 10.2015

Manager Owner

Bendito Farm Produce
01.2007 - 01.2011

National Certificate (Red Seal) - Electrician

Prosa
04.2001 -

High School - Grade 12 Passed

Wonderboom
01.2001 - 01.2006

National Certificate MQA -

Electro Mechanic Level 2

National Certificate MQA -

Electro Mechanic Level 3

Engineering Science -

N3

Mechano Technology -

N3

Electrical Trade Theory -

N2

Occupational Health and Safety rep Certificate -

Safety Institute
Johannes Daniel Jacobus OttoLead Technician & Site Foreman