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Siyabonga Tonga

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

Certification

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Interests

Sustainable Energy Solutions

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 -
Siyabonga Tonga