MORKEL BENADIE

Completion of my own property.

• Managed residential construction project from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality standards and satisfaction.
• Developed detailed project timelines and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing costs.
• Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Implemented safety protocols on job sites, significantly reducing workplace incidents and enhancing compliance.

Assembled new seeders, planters, and cultivators sourced from overseas. Repaired and refurbished old agricultural equipment and machinery received as trade-ins.

• Managed assembly, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of agricultural machinery, seeders, planters, and related equipment.
• Coordinated preventative and corrective maintenance programs, field service operations, and technical support activities.
• Administered parts procurement, quotation preparation, warranty claims, machine registrations, and upgrade requests.
• Maintained accurate job cards, delivery notes, credit notes, service records, and operational documentation.
• Coordinated logistics, transportation, equipment deliveries, and courier services for customers, dealers, and suppliers.
• Liaised with customers, management, internal departments, suppliers, and international partners to support operations, technical services, parts management, and marketing initiatives.
• Supervised factory operations, workforce activities, time and attendance records, and daily production requirements.
• Performed machine hardware and software upgrades, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and customer technical support.
• Assisted with marketing campaigns, product launches, event planning, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Health and safety.
• TERRATILL IMPLEMENTS, HORSCH SOUTH AFRICA.
• FEBRUARY 2022 - JANUARY 2025

Assisted the Project Manager in delivering large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, including five eight-storey residential buildings (65 apartments), water and sewage treatment facilities, an independent power plant, road construction, parking facilities, sports field refurbishment, artificial turf installation, irrigation systems, and associated infrastructure works.

• Managed project execution, contractor coordination, stakeholder engagement, quality assurance (QA/QC), project close-out activities, and final project sign-offs.
• Prepared weekly and monthly progress reports, project documentation, and performance updates for management and stakeholders.
• Represented the client in contractor meetings, project reviews, and site coordination activities.
• Oversaw facilities management and maintenance operations across school and residential properties, including HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, elevators, swimming pools, fire detection and suppression systems, emergency backup power systems, and utility infrastructure.
• Developed and implemented preventative maintenance programs for plant equipment, facilities, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
• Reviewed, amended, and approved technical drawings, project specifications, and maintenance documentation.
• Planned and coordinated maintenance projects, site works, resource allocation, and contractor activities.
• Ensured compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all projects and maintenance operations.
• Managed operational budgets, company expenses, salary administration, cash flow reporting, and cost control activities.
• FR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED. NIGERIA, WEST AFRICA.
• JUNE 2018-JUNE 2021

Performed maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality. Executed repairs and rebuilding of machinery to extend operational life. Fabricated steel components to meet production specifications. Streamlined maintenance processes to reduce downtime and enhance efficiency.

• Performed maintenance, installation, repair, overhaul, and commissioning of industrial machinery and equipment across multiple manufacturing departments.
• Conducted preventative and corrective maintenance on production machinery, punch and press machines, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, pumps, gearboxes, motors, overhead cranes, and factory infrastructure.
• Assembled and commissioned new machinery, including installation of shafts, bearings, cylinders, gears, clutches, brakes, and drive systems.
• Performed precision alignment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, pulleys, shafts, and chain drives to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability.
• Diagnosed and resolved mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults through effective troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Installed and maintained hydraulic power packs, compressed air systems, cable management systems, utility services, and production support equipment.
• Executed plant maintenance, machinery relocation, factory upgrades, and equipment refurbishment projects.
• Monitored production equipment performance, lubrication systems, pressure systems, and operational efficiency to munimize downtime.
• Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and safe maintenance practices.
• Coordinated maintenance activities with management, supervisors, electricians, and production personnel to support operational requirements.
• Operated overhead cranes and forklifts for equipment movement, installation, and material handling activities.
• VIDEX WIRE AND MINING PRODUCTS.
• WADEVILLE, GERMISTON.
• FIELD: ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, FABRICATION, AND MAINTENANCE
• MAY 2017 - JUNE 2018

Residential construction and road infrastructure. Project management.

• Supervised daily site operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
• Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
• Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in construction techniques and safety measures.
• Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues, implementing corrective actions proactively.
• Led weekly team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Established quality control measures, enhancing construction standards and reducing rework incidents.
• Managed on-site logistics, ensuring effective communication between stakeholders for seamless project execution.
• Maintained accurate records of daily activities, including time sheets, material logs, and safety reports.
• Contributed to successful project completion with diligent tracking of milestones and deadlines.

Oversaw plant shutdowns for timely maintenance and repair of mining equipment. Specialized in steel fabrication to streamline manufacturing operations. Executed repairs on mining equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.

• Supervised daily workshop operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
• Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely repairs.
• Established quality control measures to maintain high standards in workmanship across all projects.
• Prepared, operated and maintained tools and equipment.
• Enhanced team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication.
• Health and safety.