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Shaun Hatting

Shaun Hatting

Pretoria

Summary

A meticulous and adaptable professional committed to compliance, I thrive under deadlines while maintaining accuracy and integrity. My results-driven approach embraces change as a catalyst for personal growth, improved relationships, and enhanced systems. I excel in project management through meticulous planning, thorough analysis, and data-driven decision-making. Actively engaging with departments, employees, and colleagues, I gain valuable perspectives on frustrations, difficulties, and successes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Effective communication is at the core of my leadership style as I lead by example, actively listen, fully participate, and take responsibility for my team's actions. With exceptional motivational skills and a team player nature, I ensure effective work performance. Proficient in analyzing, developing, implementing, controlling, and reviewing policies, procedures, work instructions, documents, and systems/processes. My project management expertise spans the entire project lifecycle - from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure - ensuring timely completion within scope and budget.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Supply Chain Manager

Topfix Scaffolding
12.2021 - Current
  • Improving Supply-chain management
  • Improving complex planning and schedules and execution thereof
  • Improving team motivation skills
  • Managing extremely difficult internal/external politics and conflict
  • Risk management
  • Reporting & Statistics
  • Improved total fleet down

Project Manager

Appecor
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.

Managing Director and Owner

Mafura Thepa
07.2017 - 11.2021
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.
  • Optimized resource allocation for improved efficiency and profitability across all departments.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
  • Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning by investing in employee development programs and resources.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.

Operations Manager

Topfix Scaffolding(Access, Insulation & Coatings)
08.2013 - 12.2019

Logistics Coordinator (3 Months) - Promoted

Site Manager (21 Months) - Promoted

Operations Manager (6 Months) - Promoted

General Manager (7 Months) - Re-assigned

Logistics Manager (29 Months) - Re-assigned

Operations Manager (11 Months) - Resigned

What I've learned:

  • Scheduling and communications work together
  • Building relationships to improve effectiveness
  • Working under pressure
  • Forecasting cost to propose an annual budget
  • Capacity planning
  • Project management
  • Administration processes and the importance of keeping daily diaries
  • Time management
  • Partial contracts management – Quote, PO, deliverables, signatures, submission to invoice
  • Quantity Surveying & Quality Control management
  • HR/IR management
  • SHEQ management
  • Reporting
  • Resource planning
  • Stakeholder management
  • Commercial process management – invoicing and payment
  • Contracts management – full maintenance contract – fixed-rate contract
  • Accounting
  • Importance of stakeholder relations
  • Budget management
  • Development, implementation, control and review policies and procedures
  • Partially implementing of ISO 9001 for accreditation
  • Reporting
  • Sheet metal workshop – Operational and Technical
  • Refurbishment of assets
  • Environmental legislation
  • Warehousing principles – JIT and minimum stock, stock take
  • Complex planning and scheduling
  • Refining project management and planning skills
  • Strengthening emotional intelligence
  • Improving conflict management
  • Politics within workspace
  • Leading meetings and keeping to the agenda
  • When failures happen, how to resolve them and taking responsibility
  • “Garbage in, garbage out” - when stakeholders do not participate in planning nor operations
  • Investigations
  • Generating supporting documents for investigations and the importance of documenting all activities
  • Importance of support when things go wrong and to keep calm during stressful times
  • Re-planning a project and using lessons learned and expert judgement

Recognition:

  • 2014 Shutdown Project – Scope increased by 430% due to mechanical failures of the equipment from testing during the total shutdown.

Operations Manager

Ledirang Logistics
03.2009 - 07.2013

Fleet Coordinator (Mar 2009 to Jul 2009) - Promoted

Fleet Manager (Aug 2009 to Mar 2010) - Promoted

Operations Manager (Apr 2010 to July 2013)

What I've learned:

  • Develop, implement and control operational schedules and project deadlines
  • Manage a fleet and its maintenance
  • Procurement of product and services
  • Quality control
  • Document control
  • Financial and operational reporting
  • Accounting
  • Data collection & statistics
  • Finding oneself in difficult situations, creates opportunities for learning, enhancing skills and gaining emotional intelligence
  • Learning that being in a management/director position can only be achieved with experience – Patience and lessons learned.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.

Head Technician for Vodacom Gated Services

Self Employed (Contractor)
11.2008 - 02.2009

What I've learned:

  • Client satisfaction is highly motivational
  • Budgeting and basic accounting
  • Troubleshooting, Problem Solving, Innovation
  • Never be afraid to ask for assistance
  • Planning eliminates frustration, delays and unwanted costs

Responsibilities:

  • Streamlined repair processes, resulting in quicker turnaround times for clients.
  • Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and system upgrades.
  • Resolved complex technical issues through detailed analysis of equipment data logs and diagnostic tools, ensuring optimal performance levels were maintained.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate diagnostics and repairs.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Menlopark High School
Pretoria
2004

Certificate - Contracts Management

Alusani
Melrose
08.2017

Preperation Course - Project Management

Udemy - Online
Online

Certification - Project Management

Project Management Institute
Online

Certification - Contracts Management

FCL Fidic Credentialing Limited
Online

Skills

  • Project Planning and Scheduling
  • Risk Management
  • Scope Management
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Contract Management
  • Quality Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Resource Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Fast Learner
  • Problem Solving
  • Change Control Processes
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Negotiation
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Conflict Management
  • Client Relations

Personal Information

  • Age: 38
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Marital Status: Married

Dependants

Two Children

Health Status

Excellent

Hobbies and Interests

  • Mountain Biking
  • Carpentry
  • Building of Offroad Buggies

Languages

Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Supply Chain Manager

Topfix Scaffolding
12.2021 - Current

Project Manager

Appecor
08.2021 - 11.2021

Managing Director and Owner

Mafura Thepa
07.2017 - 11.2021

Operations Manager

Topfix Scaffolding(Access, Insulation & Coatings)
08.2013 - 12.2019

Operations Manager

Ledirang Logistics
03.2009 - 07.2013

Head Technician for Vodacom Gated Services

Self Employed (Contractor)
11.2008 - 02.2009

High School Diploma -

Menlopark High School

Certificate - Contracts Management

Alusani

Preperation Course - Project Management

Udemy - Online

Certification - Project Management

Project Management Institute

Certification - Contracts Management

FCL Fidic Credentialing Limited
Shaun Hatting