Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic
Ricardo-May Van Nieuwenhuis

Ricardo-May Van Nieuwenhuis

Overhead Crane Technician
Brakpan

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven ability to run multiple projects at once through Crane Doctor and Knock Shop Cranes, excelling in project management and operations management. Enhanced client satisfaction through strategic planning and effective team management. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing crane performance and not afraid to get my hands dirty.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Crane Doctor
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries regarding crane operation or maintenance needs.
  • Improved operational efficiency through effective communication with site supervisors, operators, and other stakeholders during projects involving cranes.
  • Supported company growth by securing projects through client relations,
  • Site and project inspections.
  • Quoting according to inspection finding and request orders.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication and goal setting.
  • Allocating teams to specific jobs according to team strengths.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.

Overhead Crane Technician

Knock Shop Cranes
08.2021 - Current
  • Installing, assembling and repairing overhead cranes and other lifting equipment.
  • Performing routine service inspections and preventive maintenance.
  • Trouble shooting and diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues.
  • Following manufacturer specifications and industry standards.
  • Working with blueprints, technical drawings and electrical plans.
  • Increased client satisfaction through timely and efficient repairs to their crane equipment.
  • Building of overhead cranes(shortening and lengthening of girders, square and span, etc.)
  • Optimized crane performance by conducting load tests and adjusting VSD configurations as needed.
  • Trained junior technicians in best practices for crane maintenance, inspection, and repair procedures.


Head of Planning

Braccanix Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Site surveying for fibre installation of infrastructure supplier(namely: Frogfoot).
  • Drafting of fibre installation plans on Microsoft Visio.
  • Quantity surveying and calculations for project planning.
  • Securing drawing approvals.
  • Client communications.

Education

Red Seal - Electrician

Olifantsfontein Artisans Academy
Olifantsfontein, South Africa
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Hoër Delmas
Delmas, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Operations management

Team management

Timeline

Director

Crane Doctor
04.2024 - Current

Overhead Crane Technician

Knock Shop Cranes
08.2021 - Current

Head of Planning

Braccanix Pty Ltd
07.2018 - 05.2020

Red Seal - Electrician

Olifantsfontein Artisans Academy
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Hoër Delmas
04.2001 -

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Ricardo-May Van NieuwenhuisOverhead Crane Technician