Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Present Position
Competency Courses
Government Certificates
Professional Registrations
Other Positions Currently Held
General Background
References
Timeline
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Priscilla Nelwamondo

Priscilla Nelwamondo

Mine Manager
Hartebeespoort

Summary

Successful Mine Manager with 8 years of experience in spearheading mining projects by devising detailed plans and designs. Highly adept in directing surveys, assessing natural resources, preparing technical documents and creating estimates to analyze practicality of proposed projects. Instrumental in managing productivity and costs to deliver on-time and under-budget projects.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Mine Manager

Impala Platinum
12.2021 - Current
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve operational excellence in line with company objectives.
  • Managed a team of skilled professionals, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
  • Improved overall mine performance by conducting thorough analysis of data and implementing targeted improvements.
  • Coordinated logistics for efficient transportation of mined materials to processing facilities or marketplaces.
  • Championed development of new technologies and tools to improve accuracy of data collection and analysis.
  • Enhanced mine safety by implementing rigorous training programs and regular inspections.

Highlights

16#

  • Achieved 12829/14049m² (May 22), compared to 11421/12931m² (April 22) for 58 crews (same number of crews).
  • Responsible for 21 Level (1610) (June 2022- July 2022), Achieved 2468/3197 m² (Aug) against 1870/3260m² (July) [12 crews].
    Appointed in Lower Section (18 April-31 May 2022).

14#

  • Appointed Top (UG2) Section (18 Oct 22-18 Nov 22) , achieved 7359/8792 (Nov 22) compared to previous 5952/8350 (Oct 22)
    Increased crews from 54 to 57 stoping.
  • Reagetswe: 996m² with 7crews, then 1659m² with 10 crews.
    Improved overall efficiencies for top section from 110m² to 127m².

11#

  • Appointed 11# Top (15 Dec 22-23 Jan 23), achieved 7465/7117 m² (Jan 23), overall # achieved 7% above target Compared to the -15% FYTD.
  • Grade achieved 3.73/4.08g/t compared 3.41/4.08 for Dec.
    Sweepings dropped 61.4% (Dec) to 47.9% (Jan)
  • Spearheaded feasibility studies and determined profitability of projects by estimating mineral reserves.

Mine Manager

Harmony Gold
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders including local communities, government agencies, and industry partners.
  • Ensured continuous improvement within the organization by identifying areas of opportunity, setting achievable goals, and tracking progress towards those objectives.
  • Implemented advanced technology solutions that enhanced productivity while reducing environmental impact.
  • Enhanced mine safety by implementing rigorous strategies to turn things around.
  • Provided expert guidance and mentoring to junior staff members, contributing to the development of a strong talent pool for future leadership roles within the organization.
  • Played an integral role in the successful completion of major projects, from initial planning stages through execution and post-project review process.

Lecturer (nGap)

University Of Johannesburg
01.2016 - 07.2019
  • To teach, conduct research and, where appropriate, interact with the community in order to work towards the mission of the University of Johannesburg
  • Develop newly introduced module contents as per ECSA requirements
  • Adapted quickly to shifting educational landscapes during remote learning periods, leveraging digital tools to engage students via virtual platforms while maintaining a high level of academic rigor.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners, using tutoring sessions and additional resources to close achievement gaps.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve instructional approaches.
  • Improve and increase personal knowledge of the relevant field of study through research and publications
  • Share in the administration and management of the Department or Faculty
  • Participate in official gatherings of the University and committees to which the incumbent has been nominated
  • Ensure that students and staff adhere to the University’s Rules and Regulations
  • Participate in University-linked community development projects and/or play the role of a public intellectual, where appropriate.

Consultant in Education and Training

Sibanye Stillwater Academy
11.2014 - 12.2016
  • Guide graduates/Leaner miners/leaner officials on their career paths development
  • Assist graduates/Leaner miners/leaner officials in setting and achieving their goal of necessary development
  • Support graduates/Leaner miners/leaner officials in achieving their desired goals
  • Provide resources to graduates/Leaner miners/leaner officials to enable them to achieve goals.

Mine Overseer

Harmony Gold
12.2012 - 04.2014
  • Motivate and lead production teams to achieve planned targets, and adapt to the changing needs of the company
  • Manage and control the safety and profitability of the mining section
  • Appoint staff members according to all relevant Acts and Regulations
  • Ensure that all employees have been trained and are competent to perform their duties
  • Observe and enforce Code of Practices, Managerial instructions, Procedures, Directives, Permission and exemptions
  • Take all steps to ensure that sub-ordinates are conversant with the provisions of the Mine Health and Safety Act
  • Consider an employee’s training and capabilities in respect of Health and safety before assigning tasks to that employee
  • Submit annual budgets within provided guidelines, comply with approved budgets
  • Allocate funds and monitor expenditure to ensure that budgeted
  • Ensure recruitment, selection and placement of staff is done according to labour plan
  • Ensures compliance with the disciplinary code and chairing disciplinary hearings.

Shift-boss

Harmony Gold’s Phakisa Mine
08.2009 - 12.2012
  • Responsible for day – to – day production planning and organizing activities
  • Responsible for controlling and optimizing of team efficiencies and
  • Involvement in project works, advance per blast, cleaning, sweeping and vamping, etc
  • Responsible for safety record and on the job training of employees and miners
  • On the job training and development of subordinates
  • Monitoring and managing the production section as per MHSA of 1996
  • Conduct coaching, training by using PTO and planned inspection
  • Identify potential talent and develop it
  • Ensure fluent communication between management and people on the ground
  • Establish systems to use as controls in the section.

Miner

Harmony Gold’s Nyala Mine
12.2008 - 08.2009
  • Daily planning and execution of underground mining activities as per targets activities, etc
  • Responsible for controlling and optimizing of team efficiencies and TM3 performance
  • Involvement in project works, advance per blast, cleaning, sweeping and vamping, etc
  • Responsible for safety record and on the job training of employees and miners
  • On the job training and development of subordinates
  • Monitoring and managing the production section as per MHSA of 1996
  • Report to shift boss on daily tasks and communicate any deviations observed.

Education

Master of Philosophy (M Phil) in Engineering Management -

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg

Bachelor of Technology Qualification (B- Tech) in Mining Engineering - undefined

University of Johannesburg

Mine Manager Certificate of Competence

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy
Pretoria
01.2012

Mine Overseer Certificate of Competence

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy
Pretoria
01.2011

Blasting Certificate

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy
Pretoria
11.2008

Leadership Development Programme

Duke
12.2023

Leadership Development Programme

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
12.2012

Skills

Registered with ECSA as Professional Technologies(2018300114)

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Affiliations

  • Association of Mine Managers – South Africa (AMMSA)
  • South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM)
  • UJ Alumni Association

Present Position

3.1(a) at Impala Rustenburg Operations’ 16

Competency Courses

  • Assertiveness Course
  • Conflict Resolution Skills Course
  • Risk Management Course
  • Production Shift-Overseer Course
  • Production Mine-Overseer Course
  • Advanced Principles of Safety Management
  • Finance for non-financial personnel
  • Principles of Strata Control

Government Certificates

  • Mine Managers Certificate of Competency – Jan. 2012 (Metalliferous Mines)
  • Mine Overseers Certificate of Competency – Jan. 2011 (Metalliferous Mines)
  • Blasting Certificate – Nov. 2008

Professional Registrations

Registered Professional Technologist in Mining Engineering with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

Other Positions Currently Held

  • Examiner/Author/Moderator- University of South Africa (Mining Engineering and Electrical Department) 2018 to date.
  • Auditor/Moderator- University of Johannesburg (Mining Engineering Department) 2019 to date.
  • Examiner- Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency, Mining II (Metalliferous). November 2020 to date.

General Background

I’m a well natured mining professional with vast mining experience underground gold and platinum mines; and surface trackless operations. Born on the 11th of January 1985, I obtained Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) qualification in Mining Engineering from the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in 2008. I further hold a Master of Philosogy Degree in Engineering Management obtained in 2017 from the University of Johannesburg (UJ). Upon graduating from the University of Johannesburg in 2008, my professional career was initiated in the same year as a Graduate in Training for Harmony Gold at Phakisa/Nyala Operations in Welkom.

References

  • Mr Rodney Opperman, General Manager: Impala Platinum, Current Supervisor, 083 609 6240
  • Mr. Hans Fourie, General Manager –Impala Platinum, Previous Supervisor, 066 071 4823
  • Mr. Zweli Ndeze, Regional GM – North Operations: Harmony Gold, Previous RGM, 083 778 1362

Timeline

Mine Manager

Impala Platinum
12.2021 - Current

Mine Manager

Harmony Gold
08.2019 - 11.2021

Lecturer (nGap)

University Of Johannesburg
01.2016 - 07.2019

Consultant in Education and Training

Sibanye Stillwater Academy
11.2014 - 12.2016

Mine Overseer

Harmony Gold
12.2012 - 04.2014

Shift-boss

Harmony Gold’s Phakisa Mine
08.2009 - 12.2012

Miner

Harmony Gold’s Nyala Mine
12.2008 - 08.2009

Master of Philosophy (M Phil) in Engineering Management -

University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Technology Qualification (B- Tech) in Mining Engineering - undefined

University of Johannesburg

Mine Manager Certificate of Competence

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy

Mine Overseer Certificate of Competence

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy

Blasting Certificate

Department of Mineral Resources And Energy

Leadership Development Programme

Duke

Leadership Development Programme

University of Johannesburg
Priscilla NelwamondoMine Manager