Nonhle Sikhakhane
SHERQ System Managment
Meerensee
Summary
Experienced Water Quality and Environmental Officer with a strong background in analytical chemistry, environmental management systems, and quality assurance. Skilled in implementing SHERQ standards, conducting audits, water resource monitoring, environmental sustainability goals and managing environmental projects. Recognised for stakeholder engagement, mentoring, and technical expertise in laboratory instrumentation. Dedicated to ensuring compliance, continuous improvement, and sustainable environmental practices while maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Driven Sustainability Specialist dedicated to reducing carbon footprint of organizations and institutions of all sizes. Possessing extensive environmental consulting experience, as well as comprehensive knowledge of marine conservation.
Environmental professional with strong background in environmental regulations, sustainability initiatives, and impact assessments. Proven ability to work collaboratively within teams and adapt to evolving project needs. Skilled in data analysis, project management, and stakeholder communication. Dependable and results-driven, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
WATER QUALITY & ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER
uMngeni-uThukela Water
04.2013 - Current
- Advisory and supervisory role within the organisation as well as coaching and mentoring of graduate interns
- Implementation and maintenance of SHERQ system to ensure adherence to compliance and organisational standards policies and business continuity
- Water resource monitoring, Blue Drop System, waste management system, climate change plan and Environmental Sustainability Goals through Green Economy Initiatives
- Bulk water environmental project management and stakeholder management
- Coordinate management reviews ensuring stakeholder participation and Integrated SHERQ compliance
- Prepare monthly and quarterly water quality and environmental reports using Microsoft suite and SAP.
- Budget planning both Capex and Operational and participate in Bid specification committee
SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
MHLATHUZE WATER
04.2006 - 03.2013
- Supervisory role, coaching and mentoring laboratory technicians and interns
- Issuing analytical notebooks, reports, and test methods
- Capturing anomalies and out-of-specification reports in LIMS
- Ensuring adherence to environmental, quality, health and safety regulations and procedures
LABORATORY OPERATOR
BAYSIDE ALUMINIUM
09.2005 - 03.2006
- Laboratory operations and testing of alumina, report writing
- Instrumentation Skills:
- Inductive Coupled Plasma
- Oil Analyser
QUALITY TECHNICIAN / LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
BEIERSDORF SMITH & NEPHEW
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Maintain Quality Management System ISO 9001:2008
- Plan, coordinate, and execute supplier and customer audits
- Coordinate quality management review meetings and compile reports
- Liaise with supervisors Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues and identify areas for improvement
- Authorise final quality checks conducted by quality inspectors and production team
RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT ANALYST
TONGAAT HULETTS
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Day-to-day laboratory management
- Compile quality documents, coordinate trials, and report writing
- Authorise final quality checks according to customer specifications
Education
MBA - Water Management
Business School Netherlands
Master in Business Administration - Project Management
MANCOSA
01.2014
Certificate Programme - Total Quality Management
UNISA
01.2012
National Diploma - Analytical Chemistry
Mangosuthu Technikon
01.1997
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Vukuzakhe High School
01.1990
Skills
SHERQ integrated management systems implementation (ISO 14001:2015, ISO9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018)
Affiliations
- South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP)
- Department of Water & Sanitation (DWS) KZN Integrated Water Quality Committee
- Catchment Management Forum (CMF)
- Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA)
Certification
NWU: Water Quality Monitoring Certificate
Timeline
WATER QUALITY & ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER
uMngeni-uThukela Water
04.2013 - Current
SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
MHLATHUZE WATER
04.2006 - 03.2013
LABORATORY OPERATOR
BAYSIDE ALUMINIUM
09.2005 - 03.2006
QUALITY TECHNICIAN / LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
BEIERSDORF SMITH & NEPHEW
01.2001 - 01.2004
RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT ANALYST
TONGAAT HULETTS
01.1998 - 01.2001
Master in Business Administration - Project Management
MANCOSA
Certificate Programme - Total Quality Management
UNISA
National Diploma - Analytical Chemistry
Mangosuthu Technikon
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Vukuzakhe High School
MBA - Water Management
Business School Netherlands
References
- Makhosi Mthembu, Mhlathuze Water, 0359021108 / 0718728630
- Venetia Mitchelle / Duncan Zungu, Mhlathuze Water, 0333461444
- Ms EM Mkhwanazi, Bayside Aluminium, 0835074209
- Ms Nomusa Ndlovu, Beiersdorf Smith & Nephew, 0645447009
Ee Status
Black
Cellphone Number
0659674437
Personal Information
Driving License: yes