Qwabekazi Makhanya
Science
Kuruman
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a strong background in mineral processing at South32.Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. adept at fostering teamwork and driving continuous improvement initiatives.Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mineral Processing - Analysis & Improvement
South32
01.2025 - Current
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assist with day-to-day operations in a mining control room, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- provide support to the OCC Engineer (operational control centre) by Monitoring the use of fleet management system and other data for operational insight.
- Provide support to the mining Analysis & improvement specialist with data validation.
- review safe operating procedures within the scope of the OCC engineer.
- Analyse attendance for mining execution team to continuously improve attendance.
- Support in LEAN bootcamps for continuous improvement in the business.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Mineral Processing Learner
South32
11.2023 - 12.2024
- worked as an operator of a meturllugical plant (Running the plant) ensuring that daily targets
- control running rates to ensure production targets are met.
- doing daily inspections around the plant to ensure safe running of the plant.
- managing waste around the plant to meet safety standard.
- identifying and reporting hazards.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Administrator
MICROZONE TRADING 747 CC
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Filled in tender documents.
- Make copies of learning material.
- maintained dairy to submission of documents.
- register learners on SETA system.
- attended meetings on behalf of the organization.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Coordinated company events and meetings to foster teamwork and boost employee morale.
Education
Skills Program - Small Scale Mining - Surface Mining
MINTEK
Northern Cape 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Kwazulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Mineral Processing - Analysis & Improvement
South32
01.2025 - Current
Mineral Processing Learner
South32
11.2023 - 12.2024
Administrator
MICROZONE TRADING 747 CC
05.2023 - 09.2023
Skills Program - Small Scale Mining - Surface Mining
MINTEK
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
University of Kwazulu-Natal
04.2001 -
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