Nicholas Nel
Thabazimbi
Summary
Strategic leader in project management and team development, driving collaboration and implementing innovative solutions. Focused on operational efficiency and client satisfaction, delivering results through effective problem-solving and proactive strategies. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and enhance performance, fostering continuous improvement within organisations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
PF Filter Specialist/Project Site Manager
Sinter Plant Services (SPS)
06.2023 - Current
- Managed diverse projects, including Metso:Outotec Amandelbult and Mortimer Larox filter refurbishment, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
- 2024 SPS Northam Platinum Furnace Rebuild - Project Site Manager.
- 2024 - 2025 SPS Northam Platinum Spiral plant rebuild and upgrade - Project Site Manager.
- Commissioned new filter plant in Udukan, Siberia, providing specialist technical support for sulphide concentrate filters.
- Led cross-functional teams in high-stakes environments, fostering collaboration and driving successful outcomes.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and consistent revenue growth.
- Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, creating a more welcoming and productive workplace environment.
Site Manager
Larox/Outotec/Metso
02.2008 - 06.2023
- Managed operations and maintenance of PF30/60 filters across various plants, collaborating with Client Engineering, supportive departments, and Production Managers to achieve production targets and coordinate maintenance arrangements.
- Optimised filters across all plants to maximise production throughput, ensuring safe working environment and equipment condition while adhering to standards and procedures.
- Supervised a team of subcontractors and workers, promoting a culture of safety and productivity on site.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and facilitating smooth project execution.
- Managed site logistics efficiently, ensuring equipment and materials were available as required.
Plant attendant L1 to Metallurgical foreman C4
Anglo American
04.1999 - 02.2008
- C4 Metallurgical Foreman: Managed daily operations of the redressing section to optimise results from James Tables. Conducted daily sampling, recorded data, and packaged PGMs in a high-security area.
- C2 Plant Foreman: Achieved operational goals to enhance overall plant productivity and safety standards. productive results from sections and personnel in my area. Conducted daily meetings with plant operators to ensure production and safety targets were met, and reported on all production targets to the C4 metallurgical foreman.
- Level 7 Plant Operator: Supervising the production of a specific section. Meet required production targets. Ensuring the safety of all personnel working under me in that section. Inspections at the start and end of each shift to ensure all is in order and to rectify any problems.
- Level 6 Reagent Pump Technician: Serviced and maintained reagent dosage pumps, ordered spares, laid reagent pipelines, and monitored daily reagent flows and set points. Managed financial resources to ensure optimal use of budget and cost control. breakdowns and implemented corrective actions.
- Level1 Plant Attendant: Ensuring that all instructions given by the Plant Operator are carried out.
- Budget Controller and Buyer: Managing of the plant budget, yearly capex and monthly operational budget.
Shop Assistant
Northam Wholesalers
01.1999 - 04.1999
- Executed operational tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Assisted customers in locating products, offering recommendations based on specific needs.
- Replenished items and organised displays to keep stock looking professional.
Education
Grade 12 - N2
Technical High School
Ficksburg01-1998
Skills
- Project management
- Client relationship management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Technical support
- Equipment maintenance
- Risk assessment
- Quality assurance
- Process optimization
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Innovative thinking
- Business process improvement
Languages
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Accomplishments
- Recognised by Anglo American Mortimer management for 2018 Contractor of the year award. O&M contract delivering outstanding performance and safety culture.
Custom
- Hard working
- Self-motivated
- Disciplined
- Good leadership and motivation skills
- Good relations and communication with seniors
- Respect fellow human beings
- Can use my own initiative and ideas
- Good organizing abilities
Personal Information
- Age: 46
- Health: Good
- Criminal Offences: None
Timeline
PF Filter Specialist/Project Site Manager
Sinter Plant Services (SPS)
06.2023 - Current
Site Manager
Larox/Outotec/Metso
02.2008 - 06.2023
Plant attendant L1 to Metallurgical foreman C4
Anglo American
04.1999 - 02.2008
Shop Assistant
Northam Wholesalers
01.1999 - 04.1999
Grade 12 - N2
Technical High School