MAVIS JAYELA JIYANE
Rietfontein
Summary
To seek a challenging position- with opportunity and growth that would best fit my experience and develop further my skills for continuous career improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Plant Superintendent
Emfuleni Local Municipality
12.2020 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate plant operations and the maintenance of equipment in the wastewater treatment process.
- Plan daily work schedules and assign tasks based on priorities and individual expertise.
- Inspect and review wastewater treatment plant operations, including equipment performance, wastewater processing, and the quality of treated water.
- Overseeing procurement of equipment chemicals and supplies.
- Maintain records of wastewater flows, plant operations, and maintenance activities.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team to address equipment failures and breakdowns.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and licensing requirements and investigate noncompliance issues.
- Ensure all work conforms to occupational safety and health regulations.
- Provide water quality results, monthly flow reports, and other data for Blue Drop/ and Green Drop/Iris also DWS GD audits.
- Perform general administration tasks, including overtime, leave applications, and time sheet management.
Assistant Plant Superintendent
Emfuleni Local Municipality
06.2012 - 11.2020
- Supervised wastewater treatment operations and team activities.
- Collected wastewater samples for analysis.
- Operated and monitored plant systems via SCADA.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and maintained accurate water quality data.
- Captured data for Green Drop/Iris System and contributed to DWS GD audits.
- Prepared routine reports and provided coaching and training to plant staff and learners.
Process Controller
City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
11.2010 - 05.2012
- Operated and monitored systems via SCADA.
- Optimized wastewater treatment processes to ensure compliance and maintain water quality objectives.
- Recorded daily inflow and outflow meter readings.
- Inspected plant equipment, facilities and reported failures.
- Maintained records of plant data, laboratory test results, and maintenance activities.
Process Controller (Internships Program)
Magalies Water
02.2010 - 11.2010
- Ensured compliance by monitoring water quality.
- Calculated and monitored chemical dosages.
- Performed jar tests and analyzed water samples.
- Interpreted laboratory results and optimized plant processes.
- Performed filter backwashing and controlled pumping rates.
- Managed SCADA system operations.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Water Management
Independent Institute of Education
12.2022
Certificate - Advanced Project Management
College SA
12.2015
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Water Care
Tshwane University of Technology
12.2013
National Diploma - Water Care
Tshwane University of Technology
12.2009
Matric - undefined
PH L Moraka High School
12.2003
Skills
- Proficient in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Expertise in plant optimization and operation
- Involved in various projects such commissioning of a 50 ML/d wastewater treatment plant commissioning dewatering plant
- Ability to troubleshoot and maintain treatment plant equipment and systems (pumps, valves, chemical dosing systems)
- Emergency response planning and incident Management
- Knowledge of water and wastewater guidelines, policies, and legislative requirements, including Green Drop, Blue Drop, and IRIS
- Familiar with the National Water Act (36 of 1998) and Water Service Act (108 of 1997)
- Strong report writing skills (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly)
- Collaborating with external stakeholders, consultants and Contractors
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Highly computer literate
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
References
Theophilus, Monchusi, Manager (WWTWs), theom@emfuleni.gov.za, 066 224 6635, 082 321 4374, Emfuleni Local Municipality
Timeline
Acting Plant Superintendent
Emfuleni Local Municipality
12.2020 - Current
Assistant Plant Superintendent
Emfuleni Local Municipality
06.2012 - 11.2020
Process Controller
City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
11.2010 - 05.2012
Process Controller (Internships Program)
Magalies Water
02.2010 - 11.2010
Certificate - Advanced Project Management
College SA
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Water Care
Tshwane University of Technology
National Diploma - Water Care
Tshwane University of Technology
Matric - undefined
PH L Moraka High School
Postgraduate Diploma - Water Management
Independent Institute of Education
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