Philippus Jacobus Meintjies
Self Employed
Bloemfontein
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.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Co-Owner/Operator
Budget Garden Services And Maintenance
09.2017 - Current
- Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
- Supported company goals through careful reinvestment of profits.
- Managed 2 employees by supervising daily tasks.
- Implemented strategic plans to improve performance and increase client acquisition.
- Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
- Monitored and assessed industry trends, competitors and customer feedback to make informed decisions.
Construction Site Manager
DMC Trenching
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive schedule of preventive maintenance and repair work.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation plan to reduce potential project delays and costs.
- Supervised team of 32 construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
Management Assistant
Cederberg Oasis
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Prepared and distributed team-based communications to foster collaboration and enhance team morale.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Conducted thorough research using diverse resources to assist professional staff with routine and special project tasks.
- Maintained inventory stock for food and beverages, placing orders when necessary.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
Real Estate Agent
Nadine's Eiendomme
02.2006 - 12.2016
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
- Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Reviewed market research data and changed sales plans accordingly.
- Conducted comprehensive market analysis to identify opportunities for investors.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
- Studied property listings, interviewed prospective clients, accompanied clients to properties and discussed condition of sales.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
Internal Auditor
Ellerine Holdings
07.2000 - 02.2006
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
- Created and delivered risk management presentations to key decision-makers.
- Produced audit reports.
- Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
- Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
- Reported audit findings, covering compliance issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Guided departments in developing remediation plans based on audit findings and recommendations.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Evaluated company's policies to determine how well standards adhered to best practices.
- Trained newly hired employees on company processes, procedures and deadlines.
- Explained risk and compliance concepts to managers and executives.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
Small Business Co-Owner
Piejo's Take Aways
12.1995 - 06.2000
- Hired and supervised training of over 6 employees every quarter.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Supported company goals through careful reinvestment of profits.
- Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
- Managed 6 employees by supervising daily tasks.
- Developed long-term relationships with key clients, vendors and service providers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
- Implemented strategic plans to improve performance and increase client acquisition.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Pipeline Foreman, Depot Manager, Admin Manager
Caltex Oils
08.1985 - 11.1995
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Initiated new program tracking and compliance with existing SOPs.
- Tracked and reported both individual and department productivity, quality and staffing levels and reported progress and concerns.
- Coached, developed and trained current team members to reach business metrics.
Credit Controller
Bank OVS
05.1982 - 07.1985
- Devised collection recovery strategies to resolve customer issues and delinquent cases.
- Reduced past due balances and bad debt by coordinating collection efforts with customer service, sales and billing departments.
- Trained and mentored new department employees to maximize performance.
- Reached out to customers to check on payments and convey options.
- Performed checks of customer creditworthiness and current situations.
- Analyzed applicants' financial status and credit and property evaluations to determine loan feasibility.
- Responded to disputes calmly and applied logical, knowledgeable approaches to devise solutions.
- Reviewed customer accounts for compliance with repayment obligations.
- Adhered to banking standards and government lending guidelines for loan services.
Internal Auditor
Sentraal Wes Koop
01.1980 - 05.1982
- Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
- Produced audit reports.
- Reported audit findings, covering compliance issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
Education
Bachelor's in Ministry - Ministry
Trinity International Bible University
George 04.2001 -
Level 5 Diploma - Teaching English As Foreign Language
TEFL
America 04.2001 -
Skills
Marketing Expertise
undefinedTimeline
Construction Site Manager
DMC Trenching
02.2018 - 05.2018
Co-Owner/Operator
Budget Garden Services And Maintenance
09.2017 - Current
Management Assistant
Cederberg Oasis
02.2017 - 08.2017
Real Estate Agent
Nadine's Eiendomme
02.2006 - 12.2016
Bachelor's in Ministry - Ministry
Trinity International Bible University
04.2001 -
Level 5 Diploma - Teaching English As Foreign Language
TEFL
04.2001 -
Internal Auditor
Ellerine Holdings
07.2000 - 02.2006
Small Business Co-Owner
Piejo's Take Aways
12.1995 - 06.2000
Pipeline Foreman, Depot Manager, Admin Manager
Caltex Oils
08.1985 - 11.1995
Credit Controller
Bank OVS
05.1982 - 07.1985
Internal Auditor
Sentraal Wes Koop
01.1980 - 05.1982
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