Nhlanhla Thokazane Lawrence Vilakazi

Sebokeng

Summary

Safety-focused truck driver with over 9 years of experience in industrial operations and plant logistics. Skilled in driving heavy vehicles like forklifts, tipper trucks, and compactors, as well as operating industrial machinery. Demonstrated excellence in communication, teamwork, and maintaining safety protocols while adept at routine maintenance, problem-solving, and supporting efficient waste handling and logistics systems. Strong background in process control, optimizing workflows, ensuring regulatory compliance, and utilizing data analysis to drive efficiencies with a focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable, adaptable, and capable of thriving in changing environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Process Controller

Arcelor Mittal

01.2014 - 01.2023

Operated forklifts, loaders, and compactors in plant settings
Coordinated safe material movement between departments
Performed daily equipment checks and basic maintenance
Acted as Firefighter, First Aider, and Safety Rep (SHE)
Gained knowledge aligned with government-standard procedures
9 Years

Quality Controller

CPL Cardek

01.2013 - 01.2014

Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards
Inspected materials and supported logistics coordination
1 Year

Education

Matric - Grade 12

Esokwazi Secondary School

01.2007

Skills

EC (14) license holder with PDP
Skip & Tipper Truck Operation
Compactor Handling
Routine Vehicle Maintenance
Waste Transfer & Material Loading
SHE Rep, First Aid & Firefighting
Communication & Client Service

Time Management & Problem Solving
Local Government Procedures (Arcelor Mittal-like environment)
Computer skills
Concise written communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Strategic issue analysis
Prioritization and scheduling

Certification

Code EC (14) Driver’s License
Public Driver’s Permit (PDP)
Certified Firefighter & First Aider

LANGUAGES

IsiZulu (Fluent)

English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Sesotho

References

Siphiwe Neville, Mabaso, Foreman, 073 819 5613, Arcelor Mittal

Thabang Mabunda Engineer, 078 669 3557, CPL Cardek

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