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Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Riaan Verreynne

Riaan Verreynne

RICHARDS BAY,South Africa

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in equipment maintenance, hydraulic systems, and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrates proficiency in SCADA systems, risk mitigation, and preventative maintenance protocols. Skilled in electrical schematics comprehension and pneumatic systems mastery, ensuring precision measurement and effective problem-solving. Committed to health and safety compliance with a strong focus on customer service and interpersonal communication. Adept at using computerised diagnostic tools for fault-finding and electrical diagnostics. Proven ability to manage inventory efficiently while maintaining resilience under pressure. Career goal: to leverage analytical thinking and project management skills to drive operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Millwright

Hillside Aluminium - South32
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
02.2007 - Current
  • Responded promptly to breakdown calls ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Improved machine durability by recommending appropriate lubrication schedules.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues, resulting in minimised downtime.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machines increasing their lifespan.
  • Adhered strictly to health and safety regulations during all tasks, promoting safe working environment.
  • Ensured plant efficiency with regular maintenance on machinery.
  • Provided training for junior millwrights, improving team capabilities.
  • Assisted with the relocation of heavy machinery using hoists and cranes.
  • Conducted periodic machinery checks and advised owners or users about maintenance and repair expectations.
  • Wrote detailed inspection reports outlining findings and recommendations.
  • Coordinated team tasks, resulting in efficient project completion.
  • Conducted staff training to improve skill set and ensure quality workmanship.
  • Minimized downtime by promptly addressing any mechanical issues or breakdowns.
  • Managed team rosters, ensuring adequate shift coverage at all times.
  • Ensured safe work environment through diligent inspection and enforcement of safety protocols.
  • Reported safety issues, hazards and concerns to Line Manager.
  • Supervised maintenance team and reviewed completed work to evaluate performance.
  • Worked on Holding furnaces (up to 1000 degrees Celsius). Maintenace of High Velocity Burners (Hiram).
  • Familiar with Water plants for processed water, Desalination Plants (Ocean water), Clarified water plants (Filtered River water for plant supply).
  • Familiar with Hydraulic pumps and equipment - diagnose and repairs.
  • Familiar with Pneumatic equipment - diagnose and repairs.
  • Familiar with SCADA and plant monitoring equipment.
  • Familiar with plant Compressors (NX-5000).
  • Familiar with backup generators for production plants (CAT) 3300V supply.
  • Familiar with Fire protection Diesel and Electric pumps.
  • Familiar with AHU (Air Handling Units)
  • Familiar with Chillers and Air Conditioners.
  • Familiar with Cooling Towers.
  • Often required to stand in as team maintenance supervisor.
  • Often required to stand in as the team planner.
  • Currently also team safety representative.

Chairperson of School Governing Body

Richards Bay High School
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
03.2024 - 03.2027
  • Advised CEO on critical matters, fostering effective leadership at the top level.
  • Facilitated open dialogue among board members for more informed decision-making.
  • Mitigated risks by implementing robust compliance systems.
  • Influenced positive change within organisation through championing employee development programmes.
  • Provided financial advice and insights, contributing to sound decision making.
  • Monitored progress towards goals, improving accountability at all levels.
  • Built a consensus among diverse board members, promoting unity and shared purpose.
  • Enhanced company reputation for strong governance through formulating corporate policies.
  • Set annual budgets to maintain fiscal discipline across departments.
  • Established strategic business directions by overseeing board meetings.
  • Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
  • Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information and fielded questions.
  • Put in place clear controls for financial administration and business management.
  • Maintained organizational compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
  • Established budgets based on historical, current and forecasted business data.
  • Directed administration and optimization of financial operations, payroll and accounting processes.
  • This role requires me to serve the school in our town as a governing role. I do this as a service to my community.

Electrical fitter

Transnet (Spoornet - South-African Railways)
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
02.1997 - 02.2007
  • Displayed thorough attention to detail during interpretation of complex blueprints for successful installations.
  • Followed strict regulations on health and safety, keeping workplace incidents at bay.
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems in industrial settings for enhanced safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of all electrical maintenance activities, aiding future referencing needs.
  • Replaced worn out components promptly, avoiding equipment malfunctioning instances.
  • Adhered strictly to given specifications whilst carrying out assembly tasks.
  • Improved system efficiency by troubleshooting and repairing faulty wiring.
  • Minimized downtime with regular preventive maintenance of electrical equipment.
  • Worked effectively as part of a team during large scale projects contributing to successful project completions.
  • Addressed urgent breakdowns swiftly to minimize disruption to production schedules.
  • Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Repaired faulty and damaged wiring to restore electrical function.
  • Attended to breakdowns on electric locomotives on the railway line as they happened.
  • Replaced large components on locomotives often by making use of tandem crane and often mobile crane operations.
  • Brake Testing of electric locomotives by diagnosing and repairing faults and releasing them ready for service.
  • Often supervised a team of 10 members and safely reached targets.
  • At times when there were Accidents (Derailments) our team had to attend to these accidents and recover the damages on the railway line and locomotives.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Grade 12

Empangen High School
Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal
01.1992 - 12.1996

Trade Qualification - Electrical Fitter - Trade Qualification

Transnet Training Board
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
02.1997 - 06.2000

Millwright (Electromehanician) - Trade Qualification

MERSETA
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
01.2005 - 02.2005

Pastor - Theology - Pastor

CLT Faculty
Benoni, Gauteng
01.2008 - 02.2014

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Preventative maintenance
  • SCADA systems
  • Risk mitigation
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Pneumatic systems mastery
  • Electrical schematics comprehension
  • Precision measurement
  • Preventive maintenance protocols
  • Overtime commitment
  • Forklift driving
  • Crane operation
  • Safety consciousness
  • Inventory management of parts
  • Computerised diagnostic tools usage
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Critical evaluation
  • Diagnostic reasoning
  • Preventive maintenance planning
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Client communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Project Management
  • Inventory management
  • Excel proficiency
  • Budget management
  • Fault-finding
  • Electrical diagnostics
  • Analytical-thinking

Languages

Afrikaans
Fluent
English
Fluent

Affiliations

  • Reaching out to youth
  • Rugby
  • Cycling (Mountain Biking)
  • Running (10km)
  • Watching movies
  • Teaching
  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Long walks on beaches

Accomplishments

    Long Service award 10 years at my first employer

    Long Service award 15 years at my 2nd employer.

    Ordained as a Pastor

    Working as Sunday School teacher

    Working as youth minister

    Elected as the Chairperson of our School's Governing Body

Certification

Drivers License for Motor vehicle

Driver's license for Motor Cycle

Steel Track Bulldozer license

Rubber wheel Bulldozer License

Forklift (Fork truck) License

Overhead crane license

Yellow Belt (Six Sigma) Accreditation (Problem Solving Skills)

Excellent Performance certificates


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chairperson of School Governing Body

Richards Bay High School
03.2024 - 03.2027

Pastor - Theology - Pastor

CLT Faculty
01.2008 - 02.2014

Millwright

Hillside Aluminium - South32
02.2007 - Current

Millwright (Electromehanician) - Trade Qualification

MERSETA
01.2005 - 02.2005

Electrical fitter

Transnet (Spoornet - South-African Railways)
02.1997 - 02.2007

Trade Qualification - Electrical Fitter - Trade Qualification

Transnet Training Board
02.1997 - 06.2000

Certificate of Higher Education - Grade 12

Empangen High School
01.1992 - 12.1996

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