Malose Johan Lamola

Taking overall responsibility for the municipality, as a municipal manager I am the Accounting Officer responsible for:

• The general performance of the organisation and to manage and direct the administrative and operational aspects of the Municipality in order to achieve the strategic objectives of Council.
• The development and management of an economically effective, accountable administration which is equipped to implement the municipality’s IDP (Integrated Development Plan), to operate in accordance with the municipality’s performance management system and to understand the needs of the local community;
• The management of the provision of services to the local community in a sustainable and equitable manner;
• The appointment, training, discipline and effective utilisation of staff;
• The promotion of sound labour relations and compliance with applicable labour legislation;
• Advising the political structures and political office bearers, managing communications between these parties as well as carrying out their decisions/resolutions;
• The administration and implementation of the municipality’s by-laws and other legislation;
• Exercising of any powers and performing any duties delegated by the municipal council, or by other delegating authorities of the municipality;
• Facilitating participation by the local community in the affairs of the municipality;
• Developing and maintaining a system for the assessment of community satisfaction with municipal services;
• The performance of any other function that may be assigned by the municipal council;
• Responsible for all income and expenditure of the municipality, all assets, the discharge of all liabilities of the municipality, as well as the proper and diligent compliance with applicable municipal finance management legislation.
• Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
• Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
• Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.
• Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.

Reference:

Johan Mettler - 082 468 3660

I was responsible for all comprehensive roads and transport functions in the city, including the roads master plan

I further managed the implementation of the BRT (Bus Rapid Transport) system and oversaw roads and stormwater planning in the city. The function entails:

• Stakeholder management (affected taxi associations, business and property owners and the community at large for the BRT System)
• Infrastructure development (roads, dedicated lanes, depot, layover facilities and bus stations)
• Systems and operations planning (control room management, training of staff, timetable development, monitoring and regulation)
• Business finance and planning
• Marketing and communications
• Negotiations and deal-making (development of the Vehicle Operating Contract)

As the director responsible, within 3 years of taking leadership of the project team, I was able to deliver and launch the project that had stalled for almost 10 years. With extensive planning, negotiations, aggressive change and stakeholder management, the BRT system commenced its operations in October 2021.

Inherently, the position required that I serve in the Exco, Local Labor Forum (LLF), relevant portfolios committees, council, Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC), performance management, IDP, audit and risk management committees.

From time to time, I engaged and/or reported to other national departments and provincial departments such as the National Treasury and Department of Transport.

Reference:

● DH Makobe (Municipal Manager) 065 808 4567/082 319 3324

Responsible for the design, planning, construction, and maintenance of campus facilities and properties.

I managed four departments including water and sanitation provision, facilities maintenance, solid waste, and infrastructure maintenance.

My duties and responsibilities were:

• design, planning, construction and maintenance of bulk services (water, sewer, electricity and roads), campus facilities and properties.
• Responsible for developing budgets and long-range facilities plans based on campus growth and future facility’s needs.
• Overseeing the functioning of all property related systems including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, plumbing, and solid waste management.
• Monitor budgets and approve contracts.
• Overseeing and managing consultants and contractors involved in maintenance, projects and delivery of services.
• Ensuring building operations comply with all local zoning laws and regulations and creating functional strategies
• develop budgets/policies/procedures to support the department,
• plan facilities against future campus growth and requirements
• manage property valuation and impairments
• As the director facilities, I reported directly to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor. I further attended council and senior management committee meetings. I was also a member of, report to or simply served in the following committees:
• Bid specification, bid evaluation, bid adjudication, risk management, audit, grievance, student affairs, senior management committee.

Reference:

● Prof. Nesamvuni 082 924 9898

(Please note that the former Deputy Vice Chancellor has moved abroad and he is unreachable)

• Managed Project Management Units for various municipalities, overseeing financial control of project budgets, liaison with government departments and stakeholders, and implementation of municipal projects.
• Implemented robust risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential threats to project success.
• Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution of multiple concurrent projects, resulting in timely completion within budget constraints.
• Reduced overall project costs by negotiating favorable vendor contracts while maintaining high-quality standards in deliverables.
• Built strong partnerships with external stakeholders through timely communication, setting realistic expectations, and delivering on commitments consistently.

As a Senior PMU Manager, my duties included:

• Financial control of project budgets
• Liaison with other spheres of government (Cogta, Water Affairs, Lepelle Northern Water), councilors and district municipalities
• Technical support in the evaluation of proposed projects in-line with the IDP,
• Management of project cash-flows
• Ensure project compliance with socio-economic indicators as dictated by MIG guidelines
• Oversee project registrations on MIS
• Verification of payment certificates
• Implementation of other municipal projects
• Project management of labour-intensive projects in-line with EPWP for reporting in accordance with MIG guidelines
• Coordination and attendance of site visits and meetings to ensure compliance with the PMU Business Plan and SDBIP.
• Approval of designs and contractor management
• Regular progress meetings with service providers
• Compliance with the MFMA, systems act, DORA and other acts

I have delivered all types of municipal projects including water, roads, sewer, parks, cemeteries, studia and electrical projects.

Reference:

● Ms Madikgomo Mathabatha (Mogalakwena Local Municipality) (082 578 5978/083 784 7827)

● Ms SM Malepe (Department of Water Affairs) (083 864 3493)

● Mr Naledi Matlou (Thabazimbi Local Municipality) (078 2674891)

• Managed infrastructure projects for mining and municipal sectors, including bulk water provision, roads infrastructure, and electrical infrastructure.
• Served as the primary point of contact for clients during the entire course of assigned projects, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress.
• Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and resources required for successful completion.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative working environment.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and establish clear goals for successful execution.
• Managed change requests effectively by assessing impacts on scope, timeline, budget, or resources before incorporating changes into existing plans or schedules.
• Implemented best practices in project management methodologies to optimize performance and achieve desired results.
• Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication and collaboration between team members.
• Ensured project documentation was up-to-date and organized by maintaining accurate records of all relevant information throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitored progress of projects through regular status updates, identifying potential issues and taking corrective actions when necessary.
• Supported senior project managers in executing complex initiatives by performing research, data analysis, and presentation preparation tasks as needed.
• Facilitated effective communication among team members by conducting regular meetings and promoting a collaborative working environment.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to successfully achieve project milestones and objectives.
• Managed budgets and financial forecasting for multiple projects, maintaining cost control while delivering desired outcomes.
• Enhanced client satisfaction with timely project delivery, ensuring high-quality results and meeting expectations.
• Reduced project completion time by implementing effective task prioritization and resource allocation strategies.
• Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
• Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
• Monitored and tracked project metrics and collected data to share with project members.
• Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
• Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

Reference:

Ilma Brink (073 6729907)

• Conducted research and designed new products, oversaw mechanical and machine design projects in the technical services department.
• Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on changes in legislation or best practices applicable to mechanical engineering projects.
• Coordinated with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality control to streamline interdepartmental communication and collaboration efforts effectively.
• Increased production efficiency by designing and implementing process improvement strategies in mechanical operations.
• Developed engineering solutions for complex technical problems, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, achieving significant savings without compromising on quality.
• Conducted root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment issues and implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
• Designed innovative mechanical components, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Provided technical expertise during project planning phases, contributing to the successful execution of large-scale engineering projects.
• Designed custom mechanical solutions for unique client requirements, delivering tailored products that exceeded expectations and strengthened customer relationships.
• Performed thorough risk assessments before executing projects, minimizing potential hazards or delays during implementation phases.
• Improved product quality with the development of robust testing procedures and implementation of corrective actions.
• Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
• Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems.
• Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
• Interfaced with development engineers, scientists and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Utilized job-related software to produce outline designs.
• Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI.
• Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.

Reference:

Dr. Dannie Burger (082 554 4197)

• Performed mechanical technician duties and coordinated projects in the technical services department.

• Received training as a maintenance technician and assisted with maintenance duties.