Rodney Du Toit
Restoration Of Natural Stone
Verulam
Summary
Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 42 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Dedicated service provider professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
RODROC
DURBAN
04.2010 - Current
- After been in the Oil game for 30 years, I was given an opportunity to start a cleaning company in the Durban area.
- This offer was given to me by the owner of Cleanforce, a person I knew for the last 10 years in the oil game.
- After resigning from Indy Oil in 2010, Cleanforce required some special white oils in Durban and as I knew the protocols and procedures assisted in obtaining the required white oils.
- The owner came down to Durban to attend a Site Meeting as Cleanforce had the cleaning contract at a major new shopping centre in Westville. THe Saxon Mall.
- The Developers insisted that he has a manager permanently on site and as I had just resigned he asked if I could help him out for 3 months.
- This was the apprenticeship I had in cleaning of natural stone and this progressed to the restoration of Natural Stone.
- Over the years the company has grown into a leader in the restoration of natural stone in KZN.
- Three of the staff that started with me in 2010 is still employed and have grown our skills level together.
- The following are major buildings and hotels that we have had as customers.
- The Durban Magistrate's court Sometseu Road . Removed and replaced 510 slabs on the building, restored over 10000 holes and cracks, on both internal and external parts of the building. 3 year contract.
- The Durban High Court.
- Pavilion Shopping Centre, Gateway, Oceana Mall, Saxon Wood
- The Holiday Inn Beach Front, Royal Hotel, Balmoral Hotel, Elangeni Hotel, Oyster Box, Beverly Hills Hotel, Royal Palm Hotel, Marine Garden Court. Edward Hotel, Blue Waters,Regal Inn, Breakers
- Have worked on national projects in Cape Town, Kimberly, Pretoria, Gauteng, PE and Bloemfontein
- The Kruger Park Game reserve, Hluhluwe Game Reserve.
- Major Estates, Zimbali, Zimbali Lakes, Seaton, Cotswold, Mount Edgecomb, San Lamer, Simbithi, Brentwood, Plantations.
- AT all these major projects and estates I have had to ensure that we followed the Rules of the Estate, National Building Regulations, Environmental Control and Health and Safety. I am proud that I have never been fined or given warnings for breaking the rules.
Manager
INDY OIL
01.2007 - 04.2010
- To build blending and filling plant for Indy Oil
- To train staff in the operations and safety protocols of running a blending plant.
- To set up communications with Head office in Cape Town with the purchasing of raw materials and packaging.
- To liaise with all suppliers and supply lines.
- Health and Safety protocols.
- Coordinate the sales forecasting into a blending schedule.
- Manage the sales team'
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Lubricant Forecasting for Castrol and BP Lubricant
Castrol Oil Company
Johannesburg
02.1980 - 01.2007
- Started as a Representative for the West Rand Area
- 1986 got Married and was transferred to Castrol Cape Town as a Sales Representative.
- Transferred Back to Johannesburg Head office in 2001
- Held the following positions in Cape Town.
- Sales Manager, New Account Development Manager, Technical Manager Cape Region, Cape Town Branch Manager and finally as Cape Regional Manager for Sales and Warehousing.
- I managed 3 major depots Cape Town, PE and East London and 27 regional depots. 3 Sales Managers and 8 Sales Reps, Accounts divisions and Creditors. Stock counts and Forecasting
- When BP bought out Castrol Globally I was transferred back to Johannesburg as National Development Manager Industrial Division.
- Was appointed as one of two people to attended a 6 week Castrol/ BP Global Change Management Course in the United Kingdom. We were tasked to assist staff that would have trouble accepting Castrols transition into BP.
- Forecasting and Blending Schedule for all Castrol and BP Lubricants manufactured at Blendcor Durban.
- All These positions I had to ensure I was
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team
- Full understanding of procedures and safety protocols, Governments Regulations, Manufacturers Specifications .
- 2007 Resigned and Moved to Durban.
Tournament Director and Technical Committee
Swimming South Africa
DURBAN
1993 - 2023
- The following was a very important part of my life for 30 Years. and taught me the importance about implementing the rules and regulations that control the sport or event.
- Between playing and coaching hockey, I got involved with my kids swimming,
- Started In Gauteng were I held the positions of Official and Swim Board Member.
- Moved to Durban and became Swim Board Convenor for 20 years.
- Contributed to community outreach initiatives by involving local schools, clubs, or organizations in tournament activities to increase participation rates.
- Implemented innovative ideas that enhanced spectator engagement during competitions.
- Enhanced tournament experience by efficiently managing event logistics and coordinating staff.
- Spearheaded volunteer recruitment efforts by establishing partnerships with local institutions or groups.
- As Tournament Director I had the privilege to organize
- 20 KZN Senior Provincial Championships.
- 20 KZN Junior Provincial Championships
- 15 x SSA National Senior Championships
- 6 x SSA National Junior Championships
- 4 x Olympic Trials and Commonwealth Trial
- 6 x Level 3 Nationals This is the biggest swimming event in Africa and will be rated in the top 10 in the world. Over 900 swimmers and 200 Officials, The biggest was in 2014 with 1380 swimmers.
- I was also the Tournament Director for The Commonwealth Life Saving, that included Surf, Still Water and Pool. 16 Different Countries Participated.
- Continuously updated knowledge on industry trends by attending relevant conferences or workshops.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Ridge High School
Roodepoort Gauteng 04.2001 -
Skills
Business management
Customer relations
Labor relations
Budget administration
Relationship building
Client service
Small business operations
Regulatory compliance
Administrative oversight
Business development
Business planning
Staff management
Verbal and written communication
Negotiation
Strategic planning
Project management
Staff hiring
Budget development
Employee development
Market trend awareness
Client engagement optimization
Agile methodology implementation
Program creation and implementation
Strategic project planning
Analytical thinking
Decision-making
Problem-solving
Self motivation
Reliability
Customer service
Team leadership
Interpersonal skills
Active listening
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Supplier monitoring
Process improvement
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Owner
RODROC
04.2010 - Current
Manager
INDY OIL
01.2007 - 04.2010
High School Diploma -
West Ridge High School
04.2001 -
Lubricant Forecasting for Castrol and BP Lubricant
Castrol Oil Company
02.1980 - 01.2007
Tournament Director and Technical Committee
Swimming South Africa
1993 - 2023