Neels Swanepoel
Potchefstroom,North West
Summary
A detail-oriented professional with a strong aptitude for mechanical principles and a proven ability to evaluate processes and situations to make informed decisions. Skilled in working efficiently under pressure, both independently and collaboratively, with experience thriving in industrial and agricultural environments. Demonstrates excellent people skills, fluency in English and Afrikaans, and is actively learning Setswana to enhance communication capabilities. Adept at leadership roles while excelling as a team player, with a commitment to fostering productive work environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student
North West University
Potchefstroom, North West
01.2025 - Current
- Currently studying at the NWU
- studying first year business management
Road construction foreman
Ruretse road Committee
Gaborone , Botswana
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised crew members, ensuring safety protocols were adhered to.
- Executed emergency repairs promptly, reducing potential hazards.
- Managed road construction projects to ensure timely completion.
- Trained junior staff in proper use of machinery, promoting safe work environment.
- Maintained equipment by regular servicing to avoid breakdowns.
- Managed subcontractors efficiently ensuring they meet deadlines.
- Implemented traffic control measures, maintaining public safety.
- Communicated effectively with team members for enhanced collaboration.
- Kept site areas clear of obstructions to limit risk.
- Negotiated cost-efficient supplier contracts to reduce project expenditure.
Steel fabricator
Self Employed
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Welded various steel components, creating durable structures.
- Contributed capital and profit to reinvest and expand as n business
- Operated heavy machinery effectively, safeguarding against potential accidents or damages.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules for optimal performance.
- Applied protective coatings to finished products for enhanced durability and satisfactory appearance.
- Performed intricate grinding tasks, achieving smooth finishes on steel surfaces.
- Measured materials accurately, resulting in minimal waste during fabrication process to increase efficiency.
- Ensured accuracy by double-checking measurements before cutting or welding parts.
- Created and interpreted blueprints successfully, ensuring accurate replication in the final product.
- Improved production efficiency with careful organisation of materials and tools.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed works, ensuring top-notch quality and customer satisfaction.
- Provided delivery service to further improve customer satisfaction.
- Create numerous custom automotive and furniture related products from cattle rails to shelves.
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Education
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, English
Maru-a-pula High school
Gaborone, Botswana 01.2018 - 11.2024
Science of Business Management (Bcom) - Business, Accounting, Economics
North West University
Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa 01.2025 -
Skills
- Have always made effort to fully understand and evaluate processes and situations and make informed decisions
- Can work quickly and efficiently under pressure with or without supervision
- Enjoys working with and understand mechanical principles
- Thrives in industrial and agricultural environments
- Works well in a team as a sub-ordinate but can also fair well as a leader
- Good people skills, enjoy making conversation and interact easily with strangers
- Speaks, reads, and writes in English and Afrikaans Fluently, while in the process of learning Setswana
Languages
Afrikaans
Native
Affiliations
- Handyman odd jobs around Potch
- Mechanic on motor vehicles
Accomplishments
Numerous sports awards at high school level, from swimming, rowing, athletics, and sharp shooting.
Timeline
Student
North West University
01.2025 - Current
Science of Business Management (Bcom) - Business, Accounting, Economics
North West University
01.2025 -
Road construction foreman
Ruretse road Committee
03.2023 - 12.2024
Steel fabricator
Self Employed
01.2021 - 12.2024
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry, English
Maru-a-pula High school
01.2018 - 11.2024
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