Patience Precious Nokuthula Hlalatu
Candidate Chemical Engineering Technologist ( 2022403632)
Richards Bay
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Customer-focused professional driven by customer satisfaction and service delivery.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Process Manager
King Cetshwayo District
07.2020 - Current
- Plans and Manages the key performance areas and result indicators associated with controlling operations of water and wastewater treatment works
- Coordinating the operations of the Water and Wastewater Process Team through, providing an analytical service and scientific information to Municipal and external clients, through the design, development and alignment of policies, procedures, systems and controls guiding critical laboratory interventions, research applications and outcomes,
- Providing strategic advice on the mission critical initiatives with respect to providing an efficient and cost effective service delivery aimed at supporting the accomplishment of the Municipality’s key performance areas, objectives and priorities identified in the Integrated Development Plan and as specified in related legislation, regulations and procedures
- Provide a leading role within the treatment team to support and improve asset management system and processes, work flow improvement opportunities and increased skills and capability to fully utilize company’s asset management system in a manner that maintains levels of service and minimizes whole of life cost providing services
- Managing WSP contract to ensure adherence to SLA
- Manage Blue and Green Drop to ensure compliance to regulations
Process Technician
King Cetshwayo District Municipality
Richards Bay
06.2008 - 06.2020
- Planning and managing the key performance areas and result indicators associated with controlling operations of water and wastewater treatment works. Coordinating the operations of the water and wastewater process teams by providing an analytical service and scientific information to municipal and external clients, through design, development and alignment of policies, procedures, systems and controls guiding critical laboratory interventions, research applications and outcomes Optimizing the functions of treatment works by analyzing the effectiveness and efficiencies of various process and effecting the necessary structural and process alterations and, Providing strategic advice on the mission critical initiatives with respect to running an efficient and cost effective service delivery aimed at supporting the accomplishment of the municipality’s key performance areas, objectives and priorities identified in the Integrated Development Plan and as specified in related legislation, regulations and procedures 3 Analyzing and aligning requirements with the laboratories operating capacity and capability Manage the monthly operational performance assessments of the treatment plants in accordance with the Regulator’s requirements Supervise the quality control of analysis according to an accredited method Compile wastewater treatment plant performance, and external analysis reports Provide expertise in the areas of water and wastewater technology Identify and develop process modifications to improve efficiencies of key resources by performing thorough reviews of the regulator’s requirements where there is non-compliance Troubleshoot process operational problems by determining the nature of the operation problem and contribute to finding possible solutions Development and oversee the implementation of water and wastewater quality monitoring programs as well as water safety plans and wastewater risk abatement plan Ensure that the application of sound risk management practices is observed and complied with at all times by conducting risk assessments on water and wastewater treatment works Ensure that drinking water quality complies with the requirements of SANS 241:2015 Ensure compliance of final effluent discharged to the environment with DWS requirements (General Authorization and /or Discharge Licence) Evaluate the capability of prospective applicants and participate in the interviewing and final selection sessions Implement Human Resources policies and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or instituting corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from standards Researching and interpreting compliance requirements included in statutory legislation, SABS/ISO standards and national policy framework guidelines (Green
- Drop System, Blue Drop System and No Drop System) Liaising with the relevant departments and business units regarding process and control samples pertaining to the water quality control, wastewater quality control, industrial effluent control and environmental control 4 Continuous management of the process teams and quality assurance as well as quality control process to ensure compliance with the customer provided requirements, in line with the regulator’s requirements Research and Development: be actively involved in research and development programs regarding water and wastewater quality improvements to meet current and future customer, business and regulatory needs Customer Complaints Management: provide support to the process controller and supervisor/foreman, to ensure the effective and efficient resolution of potentially high-risk customer complaints and technical issues concerning drinking water and treated wastewater effluents
Treatment Works Foreman
11.2007 - 05.2008
- Analyze laboratory results and compare with requirements Daily inspection of the whole works Recommend operational changes Report machinery/ monitor breakdowns Inform senior operators of changes Maintain staff discipline Train staff in their operational duties Collect daily, weekly and monthly information for reports Take samples to assess efficiency of processes Procurement of chemical stock Identify operational bottlenecks/constraints Compare consumption with targets and output Maintain safe and health working environment Develop, implement and maintain SOP’s Attend site meetings Compiling daily, weekly and monthly reports Manage personnel in terms of HR Policies
Water Scheme Supervisor
WSSA
08.2006 - 10.2007
- Control and monitoring of 16 water treatment schemes
- Trouble shooting and optimization of the plants
- Chemical stock control
- Water production
- Responsible for site HR and Health and safety issues
- Reticulation inspection and maintenance when necessary
- Safety and house keeping
- Supervising team of 30 staff members
- Conducting training
- Monthly reports on plant operation, production, consumption and compilation of time sheets 5
Trainee Chemical Technician
Boehme Dystar Pty
02.2006 - 07.2006
- Running trials on polymers in the R & D laboratory
- Responsible for improving of polymer recipes/development methods based on the trial outcome
- Submitting trial report to the Senior Chemist
- Running polymer trial in the Pilot plant and making necessary adjustments to accommodate the full plant scale 6.
Chemical Analyst
Micro Health Care
08.2005 - 01.2006
- Analyzing of raw and finished products according to specification
- Running tests on raw water to be used in production according to specifications
- Testing the cleanliness of the production equipment before use according to the set specification
Education
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
Durban 06.2002 - 04.2006
B. Tech - Management, Financial Management IV
Durban University of Technology (DUT)
06.2014 - 06.2015
MBA - Business Administration Specializing in Water
Business School Netherlands (BSN)
09.2022 - Current
B. Tech - Chemical Engineering
Durban University Of Technology (DUT)
Durban 01.2016 - 02.2021
Skills
Strategic planning
Budgeting
Staff Management
Data analysis
Decisiveness
Time Management
Interpersonal Communication
Customer Service
Process Improvement
Employee Development
Human Resources Management
Report Generation
Financial Management
Contract Management
Analytical and critical thinking
Certification
ISO 9001: 2015 Implemetation
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
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saturday
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morning
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evening
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Quote
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell
Timeline
MBA - Business Administration Specializing in Water
Business School Netherlands (BSN)
09.2022 - Current
Process Manager
King Cetshwayo District
07.2020 - Current
B. Tech - Chemical Engineering
Durban University Of Technology (DUT)
01.2016 - 02.2021
B. Tech - Management, Financial Management IV
Durban University of Technology (DUT)
06.2014 - 06.2015
Process Technician
King Cetshwayo District Municipality
06.2008 - 06.2020
Treatment Works Foreman
11.2007 - 05.2008
Water Scheme Supervisor
WSSA
08.2006 - 10.2007
Trainee Chemical Technician
Boehme Dystar Pty
02.2006 - 07.2006
Chemical Analyst
Micro Health Care
08.2005 - 01.2006
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
06.2002 - 04.2006