Dynamic Maintenance Planner with a proven track record at Sibanye Stillwater, enhancing equipment uptime through strategic maintenance planning and risk assessments. Skilled in work order management and fostering teamwork, I successfully reduced downtime and improved operational efficiency, championing a culture of reliability and safety compliance.
Work History
Maintenance Planner CMMS:Sap
Sibanye Stillwater
Northwest , Bojanala
07.2012 - Current
Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
Enhanced asset life cycle with thorough analysis of equipment history, failure modes, and cost factors.
Established strong communication channels between departments, streamlining coordination efforts during scheduled shutdowns or emergencies.
Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
Developed annual budgets for maintenance expenditures based on historical data and projected needs, optimizing resource allocation.
Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
Optimized labor utilization through strategic assignment of duties based on skillsets and workload balance among team members.
Managed maintenance team of Number employees and coordinated repair schedule according to priority level.
Tracked maintenance activity using Type software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance teams by monitoring performance metrics and adjusting task priorities accordingly.
Optimized resource allocation by developing dynamic scheduling system responsive to real-time operational demands.
Conducted detailed root cause analysis for recurring equipment issues, preventing future occurrences.
Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, meticulously documenting maintenance procedures and outcomes.
Implemented state-of-the-art maintenance management software, enhancing tracking and reporting of maintenance activities.
Managed efficient teams of up to Number employees.
Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
Tracked maintenance activity using [Type] software to confirm compliance with industry requirements.
Major Maintenance Planner CMMS:Pragma
Foskor mine
Phalaborwa , Limpopo
09.2010 - 06.2012
Developed relationships with key stakeholders, including operations and production teams, to ensure seamless integration of maintenance plans into overall business objectives.
Developed comprehensive work plans for major maintenance tasks, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing disruptions to operations.
Improved maintenance planning efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
Evaluated emerging technologies for potential application in major maintenance activities, driving continuous improvement efforts within the organization.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute major maintenance projects, ensuring timely completion and within budget constraints.
Participated in safety audits to ensure compliance with industry standards during the execution of major maintenance tasks.
Collaborated with engineering teams to develop custom tools or modifications that improved the effectiveness of preventative maintenance efforts.
Reduced equipment downtime with proactive scheduling of major maintenance activities.
Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
Maintenance Planner CMMS:Sap
Exxaro base metals
Johannesburg
12.2006 - 09.2009
Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.KPI
Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Planning and scheduling
Ordering of spares and critical spares
Follow up with procurement
Planning of yearly maintenance tasks
Preparing budget
Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
Evaluated and recommended new technologies or methodologies for potential adoption, staying current with industry trends and best practices in maintenance planning.
Optimized labor utilization through strategic assignment of duties based on skillsets and workload balance among team members.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
Developed annual budgets for maintenance expenditures based on historical data and projected needs, optimizing resource allocation.
Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, meticulously documenting maintenance procedures and outcomes.
Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
Boilermaker
Phalaborwa minning company
Phalaborwa , Limpopo
06.2006 - 09.2006
Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
Adjusted and calibrated controls to enhance optimal efficiency.
Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Ensured operational continuity, quickly responding to and resolving emergency repair situations.
Maximized boiler lifespan by identifying and addressing potential issues during routine inspections.
Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
Reduced downtime in operations with meticulous maintenance and repair of boilers and steam systems.