Molik Naidoo
Chemical Engineer
Richards Bay
Summary
Results-oriented chemical engineer with an honors degree in Chemical Engineering and a strong background in the mining industry. Possessing a track record of excellence, I have accumulated five years of professional experience, specializing in metallurgical processes and continuous improvement methodologies. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for optimizing operations, I have obtained various certifications in the field of continuous improvement, further enhancing my ability to streamline processes and drive productivity. As a dedicated professional, I am committed to leveraging my technical expertise and problem-solving skills to contribute to the success and growth of an organization in the mining or related industry
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Business improvement advisor
04.2022 - Current
- Interpreted data into comprehensible information for target users and developed automated reports in power B.I.
- Reviewed technical documentation to understand report development processes and procedures.
- Enhanced mine operations as lead on desktop Business full potential program and identified 25 Million dollars in additional revenue for the business
- Trained staff in job roles, business policies and industry best practices.
- Handled large and complex data to analyze business operations and needs during kaizen and problem solving sessions
- Improved processes to reduce bottlenecks, streamline workflows and optimize scheduling for business teams.
- Optimized policies to better handle current and expected needs.
- Used administrative and operational expertise to help team meet deadlines and long-term objectives.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to tackle and resolve wide-ranging business issues.
Process Metallurgist
Rio Tinto
Richards bay
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Achieved six sigma yellow belt while resolving issues related to quality and throughput. Both resulted in an annual savings of 5 million dollars additional revenue for the business
- Completed various capital projects and submissions to improve plant performance.
- Lead and implemented two commissioning projects for new equipment which yielded a 10 percent improvement on yield.
- Member of 2 kaizens to improve quality and yield
- Solves problems related to own sector of activities according to standard procedures/methods
- Manages implementation of simple scope projects or improvements
- Acts as a credible technical resource to supervisors and technicians in own sector
- Influences peers and leaders by providing solid input in projects and daily activities
- Develops level of understanding of problem-solving and project leading methodologies as a team member
- Writes documents/reports on actions/recommendations in a clear and succinct language
- Provides technical assistance to production operations
- Supervises employees and contractors whenever required
- Presents proposed solutions/results to team members
Graduate Chemical Engineer
rio tinto
durban
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Team member on two Kaizen project that improved product grade and recovery
- Provided expert guidance on ways to resolve non-conformances.
- Coordinated technical and project schedules, resources and risk plans in support of associated baselines.
- Reviewed process designs for Metallurgical systems and assessed capabilities to meet desired demands.
- Optimized production by contributing to successful design and planning of equipment layouts.
- Troubleshot problems with metallurgical processes.
- Helped management plan production strategies, preparing detailed cost estimates and progress reports.
- Monitored and analyzed data from processes and experiments.
Facilitator
Scientec
durban
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Supported participants in creative and academic pursuits within program ethos.
- Empowered clients to build positive relationship skills using exercises and teamwork activities.
- Handled program administrative, technical support and recordkeeping requirements.
- Delivered top-notch service in line with practice framework and organizational values.
- Helped participants develop skills and build resilience through provision of learning opportunities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, participation and progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of KwaZulu-natal
Durban 01.2014 - 12.2017
Certificate - Lean Theory
Training, Leadership And Consulting
Richards Bay 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certification - Change Management
Training, Leadership And Consulting
Richards Bay 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certification - Coaching And Facilitation
Training, Leadership And Consulting
Richards Bay 05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Six Sigma: Yellow Belt
CCI Growth Con
Durban 05.2023 - 05.2023
Skills
Relationship building
Mining Operations understanding
Strategic planning
Group facilitation
Team collaboration and leadership
Process change management
Technical team interactions
Process Engineering
Critical communication
Qualitative Analysis
Process Flow Diagram Design
Timeline
Certificate - Lean Theory
Training, Leadership And Consulting
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certification - Change Management
Training, Leadership And Consulting
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certification - Coaching And Facilitation
Training, Leadership And Consulting
05.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate - Six Sigma: Yellow Belt
CCI Growth Con
05.2023 - 05.2023
Business improvement advisor
04.2022 - Current
Process Metallurgist
Rio Tinto
11.2019 - 03.2022
Graduate Chemical Engineer
rio tinto
09.2018 - 10.2019
Facilitator
Scientec
02.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of KwaZulu-natal
01.2014 - 12.2017