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Quintin Scholtz

Kathu

Summary

A Committed and reliable supervisor/ mechanic who specializes in heavy mining equipment maintenance and repair while ensuring Health & Safety standards in the workplace. Quick to adapt to and implement new procedures and train staff accordingly. Approaches problems logically, resolving them in an analytical and systematic manner while seeking ways to improve procedures and functionality of equipment. Possesses strong abilities to develop and maintain positive internal and external relationships. Committed to developing, maintaining and leading productive teams.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Workshop Foreman

Moolmans
01.2023 - 06.2025
  • Manage allocated staff with regards to repairs and services to mining fleet during shifts.
  • Manage staff time keeping, absenteeism and training schedules.
  • Manage and control the ordering of required parts required for maintenance during shift cycle.
  • Report and record all plant damages and breakdowns.
  • Ensure staff adhere to all required safety standards.
  • Over inspect and ensure work is done to required standards.
  • Ensure all required documentation are submitted at the end of shift and comply with company quality standards.
  • Ensure housekeeping standard are maintained in and around allocated areas.
  • Meet or exceed required number of submitted safety documents per shift cycle.
  • Responded to breakdowns by allocating required artisans and resources according to equipment priority.
  • Provide accurate and detailed feedback to relevant Foremen and Managers regarding work completed during shift.
  • Monitored quality of daily services and actioned preventative maintenance measures as needed.

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
05.2021 - 12.2022
  • Fulfilled the role as Plant Manager (temporarily) until they filled the position.
  • Currently fulfilling the role as plant foreman for the Komatsu 375-6 Track Dozer, CAT D9 Track Dozer and Komatsu 155AX-6 Track Dozer.

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
08.2020 - 04.2021
  • Manage allocated staff with regards to maintenance, repairs and services to 785 Komatsu Dump Trucks, 825 Komatsu Grader, 834 CAT Wheel Dozer and Volvo A30F/A40F articulated trucks.
  • Manage staff time keeping and absenteeism.
  • Aim to achieve or exceed a 90% availability target of machines allocated.
  • Manage and control the ordering of required parts, assist in following up on outstanding parts in order to schedule and plan repairs/ maintenance.
  • Report and record all plant damages and breakdowns.
  • Ensure staff adhere to all required safety standards.
  • Over inspect and ensure work is done to required standards.
  • Liaise with planning department with regards to planned maintenance, oil sample feedback/actions and component history.
  • Manage warranty claims with Plant Manager.

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
07.2016 - 08.2020
  • Manage allocated staff with regards to maintenance, repairs and services to all track machines.
  • Manage staff time keeping and absenteeism.
  • Aim to achieve or exceed an 85% availability target of machines allocated.
  • Manage and control the ordering of required parts, assist in following up on outstanding parts in order to schedule and plan repairs/ maintenance.
  • Report and record all plant damages and breakdowns.
  • Ensure staff adhere to all required safety standards.
  • Over inspect and ensure work is done to required standards.
  • Liaise with planning department with regards to planned maintenance, oil sample feedback/actions and component history.
  • Manage warranty claims with Plant Manager.
  • Stand in as Acting Plant Manager during absence of Senior Plant Manager.

Plant Agent

EQSTRA Mozambique
10.2012 - 06.2016
  • Managing continuous operations and maintaining acceptable fleet availability.
  • Adept at training personnel to comply with all aspects of the Health, Safety and Environmental management systems; utilising excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
  • In charge of the day to day management and planning, for effective preventative maintenance and repairs of Caterpillar D10T Bull Dozers, 793D Dump Trucks, 777F Dump Trucks, 16M Graders, 992K Wheel Loaders, 993K Wheel Loaders, Liebherr 984 Excavators, 9350 Excavators, 996B Excavators, Sandvik D75ks Drill Rigs, DP1500 Drill Rigs, excluding smaller support equipment.
  • Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in addition to maintaining effective housekeeping practices and participating in on the job training.
  • Effective management of Supplier Warranties.
  • Budget and Cost control.
  • Time and staff management.
  • Stand in as Acting Plant Manager during absence of Senior Plant Manager.

Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

EQSTRA MCC
10.2011 - 10.2012
  • Responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing break downs on mainly Liebherr 964,984,9350 Excavators, Caterpillar D9N, D10N Bull Dozers and Sandvik D25ks Drill Rigs.
  • Provided support to Caterpillar 773F, 777F and 785B Dump Trucks, excluding smaller support equipment.
  • Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues.
  • Responsible for ordering required parts to maintain maximum machine availability and condition.
  • Responsible for field service vehicle.
  • Took part in Complete Component Change Out of a Liebherr 9350R Excavator.

Apprentice Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

EQSTRA MCC South Africa
07.2008 - 10.2011
  • Served six months in service bay and service truck while familiarizing myself with Caterpillar D9N, D10N Bull dozers, 773F, 777F, 785B Dump Trucks, Liebherr 964,974,984 and 9350 Excavators.
  • Worked with and supported mechanics at Eland Platinum Mine and Pilanesburg Platinum Mine on Liebherr 964, 974,984 9250 9350, New Holland and Hyundai excavators.
  • Responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues.
  • Responsible for field service mechanic’s vehicle cleanliness and tool register.
  • Took part in dismantling, moving and assembling 3 x 9350R and 2 x 9250R Liebherr excavators under the leadership of Wilfred Mills.
  • In March 2009, I was given responsibility of a field service vehicle with my own tooling to perform services, maintenance and attend to breakdowns on Liebherr 964,974, 984, 9350 excavators at Pilanesberg Platinum Mine.
  • From September 2009 to February 2010 I served at Coal of Africa Vele and Makado projects servicing and maintaining Earthmoving Equipment on site.
  • From February 2010 to September 2010 I served at EQSTRA Plant Hire (Polokwane Branch) on various projects in Limpopo. This mainly included services, repairs and logging and confirming machine operating hours with clients.
  • From September 2010 to October 2010 I successfully completed my Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic Trade Test.

Production Foreman

Stone Africa and Stone Evolution Namibia
02.2003 - 06.2008
  • Maintain Constant Production Levels of Quality Bulk Granite Blocks.
  • Maintain and do Minor Repairs on Machines.
  • Control Stock on Work Site.
  • Operate Machines (Loader, Excavator, Drill rigs etc.).
  • Control Work Site Staff.
  • Transport Staff.
  • Document Production.
  • Ensure Safe and Tidy Work Conditions.
  • Load Granite Blocks for Transport.

Education

Diploma (Red Seal) - Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

MerSETA
Boksburg, South Africa
11.2011

Skills

  • Maintenance and Work planning
  • Prioritization
  • Machine troubleshooting
  • Worksite safety
  • Staff management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Safety policies and procedures
  • Material and parts ordering
  • Team mentoring
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Task delegation

Drivers License

Code 10

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Certification

  • Certificate in Sling And
    Communicate During Crane
    Operations
    SACT, Kathu, South Africa | August 2024
  • Certificate in Legal Liability
    Saacosh Academy (Pty) Ltd, Kathu, South
    Africa | January 2023
  • Certificate for Junior Management
    Training
    Seena Training Namibia | April 2018
  • Certificate of Technical Training for
    the Liebherr R996B Mining
    Excavator
    Liebherr Mining Equipment Colmar SAS |
    April 2013
  • Certificate Of Completion for
    Mentor Training
    John Addis & Associates Training and
    Development Consultants | June 2012
  • Certificate of Competence for
    Technical Training in Modules
    regarding Electro - Hydraulics
    Eqstra Holdings | October 2011
  • Certificate Of Training for the
    Liebherr R9100 – R9400
    Liebherr Training | September 2011
  • Certificate of Competence for
    Technical Training in Modules
    regarding Hydraulic Transmission,
    Basic Hydraulics, Air/Hydraulic
    Brakes
    Eqstra Holdings | December 2009


Timeline

Workshop Foreman

Moolmans
01.2023 - 06.2025

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
05.2021 - 12.2022

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
08.2020 - 04.2021

Plant Foreman

Basil Read Mining
07.2016 - 08.2020

Plant Agent

EQSTRA Mozambique
10.2012 - 06.2016

Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

EQSTRA MCC
10.2011 - 10.2012

Apprentice Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

EQSTRA MCC South Africa
07.2008 - 10.2011

Production Foreman

Stone Africa and Stone Evolution Namibia
02.2003 - 06.2008

Diploma (Red Seal) - Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

MerSETA

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