Sibusiso Placid Tshabalala
Tshiawelo
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with extensive experience at Denel Landward, excelling in budget management and risk assessment. Proven track record in leading teams to achieve project milestones and optimize resource allocation. Adept at fostering effective communication and driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring high-quality outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager (Acting)
Denel Landward
Centurion
01.2023 - Current
- Defined project scope, objectives, and deliverables to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Assembled and led cross-functional project teams, delegating tasks to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed and managed project budgets while optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
- Created detailed project schedules, monitoring progress to meet critical milestones.
- Identified potential risks and executed mitigation strategies to minimize impacts.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders and project teams, providing timely updates on progress.
- Addressed issues proactively and removed roadblocks to sustain project momentum.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by the executive leadership team.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
Production Planner
Denel Lanward
Centurion
07.2015 - 12.2022
- Controlled production activities to achieve business and financial objectives.
- Collaborated with managers to strategize production tasks and enhance runtime.
- Reviewed production plans to identify risks, and reported findings to the manager.
- Developed inventory control techniques to mitigate shortages and excesses.
- Processed customer orders and shipments in accordance with established schedules.
- Assisted managers in managing production costs while upholding quality standards.
- Established priorities and schedules based on job order reviews.
- Monitored job order execution, adjusting schedules for timely deliveries.
- Executed production planning operations, aligning resources to meet project timelines.
- Conducted regular reviews of production metrics to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance overall production efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between production and supply chain activities.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations, optimizing storage costs.
- Trained team members on production planning software to enhance operational capabilities.
- Prepared detailed reports on production performance, tracking key performance indicators for management.
- Facilitated regular communication with production staff to address scheduling issues and priorities.
- Optimized production layouts to improve workflow and minimize bottlenecks in the manufacturing process.
- Managed the forecasting process to accurately predict production needs based on market trends.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and ensure material availability.
- Coordinated with production teammates to determine scheduling and conflict resolutions.
- Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer demands.
- Analyzed data from various sources, such as sales orders, forecasts, and inventories, to create accurate production plans.
- Monitored stock of production supplies and ordered when inventory ran low.
- Implemented strategies for cost reduction in production processes.
Production Planner
DCD Rolling Stock A division DCD-GROUP (Pty) Ltd
Boksburg East
03.2010 - 06.2015
- Defined project tasks and resource requirements to ensure efficient execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, coordinating staff activities to meet objectives.
- Managed project budgets and allocated resources to optimize financial performance.
- Adhered to project timelines and quality assurance standards set by clients.
- Implemented project changes and interventions effectively, ensuring adaptability.
- Evaluated projects and assessed results to drive continuous improvement.
- Initiated invoicing processes and ensured timely payments from clients.
- Prepared monthly reports to communicate progress and outcomes.
- Executed production planning operations, aligning resources to meet project timelines.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance overall production efficiency and reduce lead times.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations, optimizing storage costs.
- Managed the forecasting process to accurately predict production needs based on market trends.
- Analyzed data from various sources, such as sales orders, forecasts, and inventories, to create accurate production plans.
- Worked closely with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of materials and components needed for production.
- Supervised and guided materials planning and production teams to drive business objectives.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders such as customers or vendors regarding upcoming projects or changes in product specifications.
Quality Assurance
Swift Heat & Control
Aeroton
11.2004 - 02.2010
- Executed quality control inspections during goods inward and production processes to ensure compliance.
- Analyzed statistical data on customer complaints using Statistical Process Control methodologies.
- Developed quality documents and procedures, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Created non-conformance reports and led corrective action meetings to address quality issues.
- Trained team members on quality assurance procedures to enhance performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and resolve quality concerns.
- Prepared monthly reports detailing inspector performance and quality improvements.
- Maintained visual and performance tests of products for compliance with specifications.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Monitored quality assurance processes throughout the product lifecycle.
- Performed quality assurance checks on outgoing orders before shipment.
- Performed quality assurance checks on all work performed.
Industrial Advisor
Gaumac West-Rand
Krugersdorp
03.2003 - 10.2004
- Assessed SMME companies using ACO diagnostic tool to identify growth opportunities.
- Drafted ACO reports with actionable recommendations for performance enhancement.
- Designed and managed diverse engineering and manufacturing projects from conception to completion.
- Ensured project personnel complied with relevant legislation and safety practices.
- Collaborated with entrepreneurs to address business challenges and implement solutions.
- Awarded, implemented, and monitored recommended projects to drive success.
- Provided managerial, technical, and financial advice to foster sustainable enterprise growth.
- Organized business linkage seminars to enhance networking among SMMEs.
Production Supervisor
Jacaranda Tissue Manufactures
Kelvin
07.2002 - 02.2003
- Managed staff in a manufacturing environment to optimize production efficiencies.
- Ensured compliance with quality systems and SABS standards for manufactured products.
- Oversaw SHEQ processes to maintain safety and quality standards.
- Identified and eliminated unnecessary expenditures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented new work processes and operational policies.
- Monitored customer satisfaction, ensuring timely feedback on queries.
- Conducted performance assessments and implemented process control measurements.
- Led training initiatives to improve employee skills and overall team performance.
- Led daily production meetings to address operational challenges and align team priorities.
- Coordinated with supply chain teams to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Developed and maintained production schedules, meeting customer demands consistently.
- Conducted regular training sessions for team members on safety and operational best practices.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and propose actionable solutions for improvement.
- Facilitated root cause analysis for production delays, leading to effective corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
Production Support Analyst
Vumo Paper Recycling
Kelvin
01.2002 - 06.2002
- Executed production planning and control to optimize asset utilization.
- Established monthly production targets and ensured adherence to planning and organization standards.
- Specialized in scheduling production processes and managing shop floor operations.
- Coordinated workflow to meet customer deadlines while improving inventory control measures.
- Designed and implemented constraints analysis for time, capacity, and budget management.
- Enhanced methods and procedures to boost productivity and profitability within the organization.
- Addressed customer requirements and complaints, contributing innovative ideas for peak performance.
- Managed maintenance of production equipment and planned spare parts packing and dispatch schedules.
- Monitored system performance to identify and resolve production issues in real time.
- Assisted in root cause analysis for production incidents, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained production documentation and updated user manuals to reflect system changes.
- Conducted regular audits of production processes to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented process improvements that increased production throughput and reduced downtime.
- Facilitated communication between production teams to ensure smooth workflow and coordination.
- Managed inventory of production supplies, ensuring availability for uninterrupted operations.
Education
B-Tech - Operations Management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijilpark09-2024
Certificate - Root Cause Analysis
PE Corporate Services
Johannesburg01.2012
Certificate - Maintenance Planning & Scheduling for Improved Reliability & Uptime
Alusani Training Skills
Johannesburg01.2012
Diploma (Electro – Mechanical) - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijilpark09-2008
Course - A practical welding course covering semi automatic welding (CO2) (All position welding)
SA Welding School
Johannesburg01.2003
Diploma - Production management
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijilpark08-1998
Matric -
Lompec Secondary School
Pretoria12-1994
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Risk assessment
- Resource allocation
- Quality assurance
- Production planning
- Inventory control
- Continuous improvement
- Process optimization
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Technical support
- Productivity improvement
- Project development
- Milestone tracking
- Planning and scheduling
- Budgeting and forecasting
Dependants
4
Other Contacts
083 892 0758
Fax
086 726 0304
Languages
Zulu
Educational Qualifications
Lompec Secondary School, Matric, 1994, Zulu 1st language, HG, D, English 2nd language, HG, C, Afrikaans 2nd language, HG, E, Biology, HG, E, Mathematics, N3, C, Engineering Science, N3, D, Vaal University of Technology, Production management, 1998, Production management 1,2 & 3, Production management techniques 2 & 3, Applied statistics, Work-study 1 & 2, Cost and estimating management accounting 1, Management principle and practice, Labor law, Personnel function, Vaal University of Technology, Mechanical Engineering Diploma (Electro – Mechanical), 2008, Engineering mechanics 1, Mechanical engineering drawing 1, Mechanical engineering design 2, Mechanical manufacturing engineering 1, Mechanics of machines 2&3, Theory of machines 3, Mathematics 1&2, Electrical engineering 1,2&3, Electrical machines 2&3, Electrical distribution 3, Communications 1, Computer aided draughting 1, Strength of materials 2&3, Applied strength of materials 3, Applied thermodynamics 2&3, Steam plant 3, Fluid mechanics 2&3, Hydraulics machines 3, P1&P2, Vaal University of Technology, B-Tech Operations Management, 2023, Introduction to marketing management, Research methodology, Financial planning and control 3, Operations management 4, Operations management techniques 4, 2003, A practical welding course covering semi automatic welding (CO2) (All position welding), 2012, Root Cause Analysis, 2012, Maintenance Planning & Scheduling for Improved Reliability & Uptime
Personal Information
- ID Number: 7504055310084
- Title: Mr
- Date of Birth: 04/05/75
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Isizulu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Sesotho
Proficient (C2)
C2
Isixhosa
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Project Manager (Acting)
Denel Landward
01.2023 - Current
Production Planner
Denel Lanward
07.2015 - 12.2022
Production Planner
DCD Rolling Stock A division DCD-GROUP (Pty) Ltd
03.2010 - 06.2015
Quality Assurance
Swift Heat & Control
11.2004 - 02.2010
Industrial Advisor
Gaumac West-Rand
03.2003 - 10.2004
Production Supervisor
Jacaranda Tissue Manufactures
07.2002 - 02.2003
Production Support Analyst
Vumo Paper Recycling
01.2002 - 06.2002
B-Tech - Operations Management
Vaal University of Technology
Certificate - Root Cause Analysis
PE Corporate Services
Certificate - Maintenance Planning & Scheduling for Improved Reliability & Uptime
Alusani Training Skills
Diploma (Electro – Mechanical) - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Course - A practical welding course covering semi automatic welding (CO2) (All position welding)
SA Welding School
Diploma - Production management
Vaal University of Technology
Matric -
Lompec Secondary School