Motlalepule Lucas Tsotetsi
Siyathemba Balfour
Summary
Mining and construction professional with extensive hands-on experience in underground operations. Proficient in operating specialized machinery and adhering to strict safety standards, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all tasks. Demonstrates strong leadership in team settings, effectively managing site logistics and maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator: Single Boom Stope Drill Rig
B & M Mining
01.2011 - Current
- Executed drilling patterns for stooping, including slashing and drilling for crosscuts, contributing to efficient stope development.
- Drilled precisely online and directed to planned depths according to mine design, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Examined face and hanging wall, scaled and barred down loose rock to maintain safety standards before drilling.
- Maintenance & Inspection: Conducting daily pre-shift inspections, brake tests, and diagnosing basic technical issues.
- Safety Adherence: Following strict underground safety standards, including handling of drilling consumables (rods/bits) and ensuring proper ventilation management.
General Worker
Cassidy Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Carry out general construction work across various trades such as, bricklaying, plumbing, plastering, and tiling.
- Perform installations, maintenance, and repairs of building components and systems.
- Complete tasks according to project drawings, specifications, and instructions.
- Maintain a high standard of workmanship and quality on all assigned tasks.
- Identify and prepare the required materials, tools, and equipment for each job.
- Ensure materials and equipment are available and organized on site.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to maintain project timelines.
- Ensure proper alignment and functionality of installations for optimal safety and performance.
- Follow all health and safety regulations, including correct use of PPE.
- Adapted to changing project requirements to support team efficiency and project goals.
Foreman
UCAN Contraction
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Supervised and coordinated daily activities of construction workers and subcontractors to ensure project progression
- Allocate tasks and manage workforce productivity to meet project deadlines
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations and company procedures
- Conduct toolbox talks and enforce safe working practices
- Inspect workmanship and ensure quality standards are maintained
- Managed site logistics for efficient utilization of materials, tools, and equipment
- Identify and resolve on-site challenges and construction issues to minimize delays
- Interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Record labour hours, materials consumption, and site activities
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure work environment
Education
Grade 9 - English, Physical Science, Business Studies, Mathematics, Sesotho
Isifiso Sethu Secondary School
Balfour01-2009
Skills
- Drill Rig Operation
- Roof Bolting
- Dump Operation
- Chainsaw Operation & Timber Cutting
- Construction & General Labour
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Construction supervision
- Staff management
Certification
- Articulated Dump Truck 785 (NQF Level 2), HR Imminent HR Solutions, 01/01/25
- Cut Felled Timber Using a Chainsaw & Chainsaw Maintenance (NQF Level 2), HR Imminent HR Solutions, 01/01/23
- Explan & Perform Fall Arrest Technique, HR Imminent HR Solutions, 01/01/23
- Erect, Use and Dismantle Access Scaffolding, HR Imminent HR Solutions, 01/01/23
Timeline
General Worker
Cassidy Construction
01.2021 - 01.2022
Operator: Single Boom Stope Drill Rig
B & M Mining
01.2011 - Current
Foreman
UCAN Contraction
01.2008 - 01.2011
Grade 9 - English, Physical Science, Business Studies, Mathematics, Sesotho
Isifiso Sethu Secondary School