MICHAEL HOLTZHAUSEN
Operations Controller
Brakpan
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Summary
Seasoned Sports Coordinator with exceptional attention to detail and knowledge of event planning. Committed to increasing participation and providing excellent customer service. Adept at marketing and fielding both comments and compliments from customers. Knowledgeable Head Coach with experience developing and leading high-quality programs dedicated to player achievement on and off court. Focused on improving skills, instilling discipline and building winning teams. Strong leadership, planning and problem-solving abilities developed throughout career. Driven Supply Chain Professional with proven to effectively resolve various types of technical issues. Successful at managing supplier efforts, delivering comprehensive client and employee compliance and acting as point of contact for important suppliers. Adept at overseeing on-site quality and managing specific inspections schedules. Works effectively in cross-functional environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Controller
Afrihub
07.2021 - Current
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications and missed deadlines.
- Built and reviewed master service agreements to simplify and streamline contract negotiation process.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
Sports Coordinator
Laerskool Baanbreker
02.2013 - 06.2021
- Handled daily facility scheduling and equipment use.
- Recruited and trained staff members to provide exceptional coaching and services.
- Paired individuals to achieve best fit for athletic and academic programs.
- Recruited and interviewed individuals for coaching jobs and other athletic department staff positions.
- Performed inventories on sports equipment and ordered more or made repairs.
- Planned seasonal tours for students.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoerskool Dr EG Jansen
Boksburg11-2010
Diploma - Sport and Recreation Management
Eta College
Boksburg01-2019
Online Course - Contract Management
Enterprises University of Pretoria
Pretoria2023
Certificate - Supply Chain Management
University of Cape Town
Online2023
Skills
- Staff Management
- Strategic planning
- Athletic program development
- Coach orientation
- Coordination of facilities
- First Aid/CPR
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Brand development
- Leadership
- Communication
Accomplishments
COACHING EXPERIENCE
RUGBY Coaching-
* World Rugby Level 1 (Busy with level 2) Boksmart Certified
* u/9 Rugby League Winners
* u/10 and u/11 Semi-finalists 1st team Semi-Finalists
* 8 years coaching experience
CRICKET Coaching-
* 8 years coaching experience
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
* Head of Rugby – Laerskool Baanbreker (2017 - 2021)
* Head of Cricket- Laerskool Baanbreker (2017 - 2021)
* Rooivalkies Organiser- Laerskool Baanbreker and Central district
* Athletics Coordinator
* Provincial selector Rugby and Cricket
Timeline
Operations Controller
Afrihub
07.2021 - Current
Sports Coordinator
Laerskool Baanbreker
02.2013 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Hoerskool Dr EG Jansen
Diploma - Sport and Recreation Management
Eta College
Online Course - Contract Management
Enterprises University of Pretoria
Certificate - Supply Chain Management
University of Cape Town
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