Hi, I’m
SIYASANGA MAYEKISO
Project Manager
George,Western
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Imanatti Pty Ltd, excelling in project planning, development, and risk management. Leveraged technical understanding and exceptional time management to enhance productivity and reduce costs. Skilled in fostering client relations and stakeholder communications, significantly increasing project output without compromising quality.
Broad Petrochemical industry experience offshore Exploration and Production plant and onshore Gas to Liquid refinery.
Extensive knowledge in Power generation, Gas compressors, Flare systems, Oily water treatment plant, Gas dehydration, Process control room operations and Fire protection systems, maintenance and overhauling of centrifugal pumps, positive displacement pumps, centrifugal compressors, fans, heat exchangers and steam turbines. Broad experience in projects with respect to Hazard and Operability study (HAZOP), Risk Assessments, Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments, project planning, plant commissioning and plant decommissioning.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Imanatti Pty LtdGeorge
Project Manager
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
PetroSAMossel Bay
Production Shift Supervisor
04.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address production challenges and develop strategies for continuous improvement.
- Maintained inventory control, overseeing material usage and ensuring adequate supplies were available for uninterrupted operations.
- Assisted in budget development for production department, controlling costs while maximizing output potential.
- Coordinated with Quality Control department to ensure products met customer specifications and complied with industry standards.
- Provided clear communication between shifts, maintaining accurate documentation of daily activities and any issues encountered during shift.
- Mitigated risks associated with production delays by implementing contingency plans and adjusting resources as needed.
- Ensured workplace safety, conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced product quality by closely monitoring production processes and taking corrective actions when necessary.
- Trained new employees on production processes, equipment usage, and company policies, fostering productive work environment.
- Managed shift schedules for optimal productivity, ensuring timely completion of projects.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Set and enforced performance-oriented production approach, significantly increasing worker output and reducing safety incidents.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labour, equipment and materials.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Reduced machine downtime with proactive maintenance planning and coordination with maintenance teams.
PetroSAMossel Bay
Lead Processing Technician
02.2012 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Responded to abnormal or critical alarms operating conditions, rectify the issue and restored system normality in a safe, timely and effective manner on DCS (Distributed control system) and ESD F&G (Emergency Shut down Fire and Gas) control systems.
- Operated installation Process and Utility systems in accordance with established procedures, within design parameters and equipment operating performance envelopes
- Delivered comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring solid foundation of knowledge in processing operations.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during equipment breakdowns or process failures to minimize disruptions in production schedules efficiently.
- Acted as shift supervisor
- Planned and executed pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up of equipment, process and utility systems, liaison with onshore Refinery.
- Conducted Risk Assessment, Waste Management Audit, General Safety Audit and Process Audit of facility
- Ensure that all direct staff comply with company’s Health and Safety procedures
- Formed part of investigation of accident and incidents team.
- Controlled Permit To Work to ensure operational and safety system in order to maintain a trouble free & safe operation.
PetroSAMossel Bay
Process Controller
05.2004 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Wrote all documentation in regards to process procedures and made updates whenever changes were implemented for overall improvement.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of all process changes, enabling accurate knowledge transfer among team members during shift handovers.
- Assisted in commissioning and start-up of plant and equipment.
- Safely recovered plant from shut down situations to minimize production losses
- Carried out process system sampling, plant inspections, isolations, gas tests, chemical injections and house keeping.
- Isolated / de-isolated vessels as necessary for maintenance / inspection, vessel entry etc. in safe manner.
Education
University of StellenboschJohannesburg, South Africa
No Degree from Management Development Programme
01.2018 - 10.2024
University of Cape TownCape Town
No Degree from Project Management Foundation Course
01.2017 - 06.2017
UNISASouth Africa
No Degree from Mechanical Engineering
01.2011 - 06.2015
UNISASouth Africa
No Degree from Certificate in Operations Management
06.2009 - 11.2010
Skills
Project management
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Project Manager
Imanatti Pty Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Production Shift Supervisor
PetroSA
04.2020 - 05.2022
University of Stellenbosch
No Degree from Management Development Programme
01.2018 - 10.2024
University of Cape Town
No Degree from Project Management Foundation Course
01.2017 - 06.2017
Lead Processing Technician
PetroSA
02.2012 - 03.2020
UNISA
No Degree from Mechanical Engineering
01.2011 - 06.2015
UNISA
No Degree from Certificate in Operations Management
06.2009 - 11.2010
Process Controller
PetroSA
05.2004 - 01.2012
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