Matthews Ratau Sepato

Actively participate in weekly quality and progress meetings, addressing quality concerns and providing detailed feedback to clients and internal stakeholders.

• Compile damage reports, concessions, and technical queries; track closures and resolutions in collaboration with construction teams and client representatives.
• Liaise with engineering teams on Civil and Electrical technical issues to ensure alignment between design and site implementation.
• Maintain and update Quality Control Plans (QCPs) for Civil and Electrical works, incorporating client-specific hold points and inspection requirements.
• Provide technical support to subcontractors, particularly on civil scope issues, and ensure timely resolution of site queries.
• Generate and compile weekly and monthly progress reports, including S-curve-based production tracking in collaboration with planners.
• Monitor installation progress and electrical testing activities, keeping Construction and QC Managers informed of site developments.
• Manage and update QCP registers, test equipment registers, and material tracking in coordination with the material control team.
• Prepare and update QCP data packs for client sign-off, ensuring document accuracy and completeness for commissioning and handover.
• Redline construction drawings based on site changes, and support material calculations and ordering based on updated layouts.
• Assist Quantity Surveyors with updates and documentation required for contractor claims and commercial submissions.
• Ensure proper document control through scanning, filing, and traceability of quality documentation for commissioning and audit purposes.
• Aurex Constructors delivers Construction, Turnaround, and Maintenance Services to the Oil & Gas, Mining, Energy and power sector
• PROJECT ENGINEER / QA/QC – PV PLANT – RENEWABLES | AUGUST 2024 – JUNE 2025:
• PROJECT ENGINEER – OIL AND GAS | AUGUST 2008 – AUGUST 2024:
• Delivered multiple shutdown and maintenance projects, meeting client deadlines and maintaining strict adherence to project scopes and budgets.
• Led project planning and resource coordination across all phases—from initial scope definition through execution and handover—ensuring consistent delivery standards.
• Played a key role in material requisitions, procurement, and cost management, supporting commercial teams in accurate and timely invoicing.
• Built strong client relationships through regular engagement, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project expectations and deliverables.
• Directed multidisciplinary teams during high-risk plant shutdowns, maintaining safety standards and compliance with industry regulations.
• Oversaw project execution, tool and equipment allocation, and workforce planning, enabling efficient use of resources and minimal project delays.
• Compiled and presented detailed project schedules and close-out reports, facilitating smooth handovers and lessons learned for future improvements.
• Monitored adherence to QA/QC standards, ensuring work met all applicable codes, specifications, and performance benchmarks.
• Mentored junior engineers and trades personnel, contributing to workforce development and team efficiency.
• Actively contributed to the successful completion of major shutdowns and maintenance work across key client sites.
• Key Projects:
• Sasol – Secunda & Sasolburg Shutdowns
• Shell Depot – Tank Integrity & Upgrades
• Astron Energy – Refinery Maintenance & Shutdowns
• Engen Refinery – Shutdowns (via SNC-Lavalin/Kentz/Aurex)