Tanya Fouché
Summary
Dynamic leader in project management, delivering complex capital programs worth R400M–R600M. Expertise in governance and risk management, facilitating 10–20% efficiency gains. Proficient in analytics and dashboard development, driving strategic insights and improving multi-contractor performance within SHEQ frameworks.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Projects
Lethabo Projects Solutions
01.2021 - Current
- Delivered multi-site capital portfolio (R400M–R600M per project), aligning execution with financial performance
- Strengthened governance to enhance cost control, protect margins, and manage risk
- Implemented risk-based planning to optimize cost, schedule, and operations
- Developed executive dashboards enabling real-time visibility and decision-making
- Delivered efficiency improvements and cost savings of 10–20%
Project Manager
BLH Mining
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Led project planning and execution for multiple mining operations.
- Managed budgets, timelines, and resources for various mining projects.
- Managed contractors in high-risk environments, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project timelines
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Delivered underground reclamation programme, achieving 20–30% reduction in capital replacement costs
Project Manager (IT & Transformation)
Vinobreed
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Delivered business and IT transformation, enhancing data quality and reporting accuracy
- Led process optimisation initiatives, developing dashboards and integrated reporting solutions
- Applied analytics and system integration strategies to enhance operational performance
SHEQ Risk Compliance Coordinator (Acting Manager)
Lonmin Platinum
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Managed SHEQ governance and ISO-aligned systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
- Enhanced compliance and risk management frameworks, improving audit readiness
- Created SAP BI reporting tools to monitor performance metrics and drive data-driven decisions
Oracle ERP Consultant
Oracle International
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Executed ERP implementations for Oracle Projects, Database, and Reporting, enhancing system capabilities
- Directed business analysis, system design, and process mapping to align technology with organizational goals
- Maintained data integrity through structured governance and audits, supporting compliance and decision-making
Education
Business & Data Analysis - Information Technology
University of Cape Town
Cape Town08-2026
Diplomas - Safety Management
UNISA
Pretoria01-2014
Diplomas - Risk Management
UNISA
Pretoria12-2012
Advanced Project Management - Project Management
Damelin Business School
Cape Town12-2011
Oracle ERP, Oracle Database, PLSQL - Information Technology
Oracle University
Johannesburg12-2000
Skills
- Programme and portfolio delivery
- Project coordination
- Governance
- Contract management
- Risk management
- Cost control
- Forecasting
- Margin protection
- Supply chain performance
- Process optimization
- Business transformation
- Change management
- Executive reporting
- Performance reporting
- Data analytics
- Dashboard creation
- Stakeholder management
- Stakeholder alignment
- Team development
- Contractor leadership
- Systems integration strategies
- Executive communication skills
- SHEQ management
- Contractor leadership
Additional - Notes
Established UK support network
Accomplishments
- Delivered capital portfolios of up to R600M per project across multi-site operations.
- Achieved 10–20% efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
- Reduced capital expenditure by up to 30% through optimization.
- Strengthened governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
- Enabled executive decision-making through dashboards and analytics.
Education And Development
- Diploma, Safety & Risk Management, UNISA
- Diploma, Financial & Project Management, Damelin
- Oracle ERP & SQL, Oracle University
- ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor
- AI Certification, Completed
- Business & Data Analysis, University of Cape Town, In Progress, 2026
- Power BI, Python & SQL, In Progress
Personal Information
Relocation: Open to UK Relocation
Timeline
Head of Projects
Lethabo Projects Solutions
01.2021 - Current
Project Manager
BLH Mining
01.2020 - 01.2021
Project Manager (IT & Transformation)
Vinobreed
01.2017 - 01.2020
SHEQ Risk Compliance Coordinator (Acting Manager)
Lonmin Platinum
01.2008 - 01.2015
Oracle ERP Consultant
Oracle International
01.1996 - 01.2002
Business & Data Analysis - Information Technology
University of Cape Town
Diplomas - Safety Management
UNISA
Diplomas - Risk Management
UNISA
Advanced Project Management - Project Management
Damelin Business School
Oracle ERP, Oracle Database, PLSQL - Information Technology
Oracle University