Sustainable Energy Solutions
Siyabonga Tonga
Bryanston
Summary
A results-driven project management leader with 15+ years of experience across petrochemicals, manufacturing, and energy. Skilled in leading large-scale projects from development to financial close, aligning with strategy, managing risks, and optimizing outcomes. Proven ability to identify opportunities, manage portfolios, and deliver high-value results through strategic and technical expertise.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Project and Safety Specialist Manager
AB-InBev
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Managed end-to-end project development and execution, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify new project opportunities and optimize financial outcomes.
- Engaged with legal, technical, and commercial teams to manage contracts, negotiations, and due diligence processes.
Project Engineer / Maintenance Engineer
Rubis Energies / Easigas
01.2011 - 10.2018
- Managed end-to-end project development and execution, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify new project opportunities and optimize financial outcomes.
- Engaged with legal, technical, and commercial teams to manage contracts, negotiations, and due diligence processes.
Maintenance Engineer / Project Coordinator
BP Southern Africa
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
- Oversaw technical execution and project management for multiple large-scale engineering projects.
- Implemented project management tools and processes, streamlining project workflows and improving efficiency.
Graduate Engineer / Engineer in Training
Transnet Engineering
06.2003 - 12.2006
- Participated in engineering and project management training, developing expertise in large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Contributed to mechanical engineering design and execution, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
- Enhanced design processes through the incorporation of advanced software tools, resulting in higher quality projects.
Education
MBA - Executive MBA
Henley Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Master’s Degree in Project Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - BSc Eng (Hons) in Technology Management
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - B.Tech in Project Management
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma - National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Project & Portfolio Management
Hazard Identification
Workplace inspections
Occupational health
Permit-to-Work Systems
Risk Management
Financial Management
Strategic Leadership
Stakeholder Engagement
Renewable Energy Focus
Certification
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
Interests
Mentoring and Coaching
Industry Engagement
Timeline
Project and Safety Specialist Manager
AB-InBev
08.2019 - 12.2023
PV Green Card Certification
07-2019
Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
06-2016
FIDIC, NEC3, JBCC, and GCC Workshop
03-2016
ISO 9001:2008 Internal Auditor Training
08-2011
SAQCCGas Certified
04-2011
Project Engineer / Maintenance Engineer
Rubis Energies / Easigas
01.2011 - 10.2018
Maintenance Engineer / Project Coordinator
BP Southern Africa
01.2007 - 12.2010
Graduate Engineer / Engineer in Training
Transnet Engineering
06.2003 - 12.2006
MBA - Executive MBA
Henley Business School
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Master’s Degree in Project Management
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - BSc Eng (Hons) in Technology Management
University of Pretoria
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - B.Tech in Project Management
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
National Diploma - National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
04.2001 -