Maintaining the premises and doing general operations management.
Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
Managed a team of six technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
Teacher
Language Schools
04.2014 - 03.2025
I've taught in companies in various countries (Thailand, Paraguay, Uruguay, Czech Rep., Montenegro) since 2014.
Assessed student progress effectively through formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction to meet individual needs.
Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Sales manager/Branch Manager
Numatics West
12.2010 - 04.2015
General management of the branch including building maintenance, H&S requirements.
Technical support to clients regarding new installations and new pneumatic circuits.
Manage stock and balances, Quotations, Invoices.
Technical Sales & Installation
VI Instruments
12.2008 - 12.2010
Sales and Installation of GPS systems on earth moving equipment and mining equipment (Topcon Brand)
Sales and Installation.
Give training on the product.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
SHE standards followed.
Installations Manager
Blind Solutions
12.2003 - 01.2008
Liaise with clients to ensure smooth installations.
Project management of Installations.
Ensure quality work and aesthetic finishes of installations.
SHE planning for installations.
Supplier of High-Tech blinds including automated and integrated systems in specialized areas e.g. hotels, office blocks etc.
Fitter & Machinist
Nampak (Liquid Packaging Division)
12.1991 - 07.1999
Manufacturing of packaging machines for the dairy industry and others. Later I continued building Combibloc packaging machines.
Assembly of machines
Calibrating New machines
MIG welding of Stainless steel
Apprentice Fitter
Goldfields Goldmine
01.1987 - 12.1991
Did my Apprentice training here - Practical and Theoretical of which the NTC4 Qualification is part of.
Machine Maintenance
Education
High School Certificate - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Sciences, Technical Drawings, Technical Subject – Welding (Practical incl.)
HTS Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom, South Africa
11.2025
No Degree - Technical Trade
Mining Industry Engineering Trades Training Board
Johannesburg, South Africa
04.2001 -
NTC4 (NQF5) - Electrotechnics, Machines and Properties of Metals, Mechano-technics, Mathematics
Technical College
Randfontein, South Africa
01.1988
Skills
Proficient with workshop tools
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Interests
Photography, Squash, Socializing, Hiking
Personal skills
Self-Motivated and Disciplined
As a self-employed professional, I possess a high level of self-motivation and discipline, crucial for driving success in an entrepreneurial environment.
Strong Communication Skills
I have developed excellent communication skills, including adeptness in cross-cultural communication, through my experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds. This ability is essential for fostering collaboration and understanding in various settings, including in South Africa.
Facilities Management Skills
With my technical qualifications and hands-on experience, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for this position.
My expertise spans across various essential areas, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and general construction, complemented by strong management and time management skills.
Having overseen and executed comprehensive residential construction projects from the ground up in a personal capacity, I bring a wealth of practical experience and a solid understanding of the responsibilities this role entails.
I'm eager to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to the success of your team.
My Personal achievement in the Hospitality Sector was starting a successful and lucrative part-time business. In 2007 I started a Paintball field business that hosted birthday parties, bachelor parties, team-building events etc., including day players. The business was called Ruff-Kutt and was situated in Krugersdorp.
It quickly gained popularity and we hosted some of the biggest paintball events of its kind in SA.
Process Improvement and Innovation
During my tenure as Branch Manager at Numatics West, I successfully implemented several innovative workflow improvements, including enhanced stock ordering and control processes, the introduction of over-the-counter (OTC) payments, and various operational enhancements that increased overall efficiency and sales.
Personal and Professional Self-Management
Self-management has been a central theme in my personal and professional life. My travels and diverse job experiences have significantly enhanced my abilities in this area, fostering continual growth in self-discipline, organization and productivity.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Total Energies
04.2025 - Current
Teacher
Language Schools
04.2014 - 03.2025
Sales manager/Branch Manager
Numatics West
12.2010 - 04.2015
Technical Sales & Installation
VI Instruments
12.2008 - 12.2010
Installations Manager
Blind Solutions
12.2003 - 01.2008
No Degree - Technical Trade
Mining Industry Engineering Trades Training Board
04.2001 -
Fitter & Machinist
Nampak (Liquid Packaging Division)
12.1991 - 07.1999
Apprentice Fitter
Goldfields Goldmine
01.1987 - 12.1991
NTC4 (NQF5) - Electrotechnics, Machines and Properties of Metals, Mechano-technics, Mathematics
Technical College
High School Certificate - English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Sciences, Technical Drawings, Technical Subject – Welding (Practical incl.)