Thabiso Abraham Ramolahloane

Maintenance Planner

Assmang Iron Ore (Beeshoek)

08.1997 - Current

Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
Optimized productivity by eliminating downtime, efficient budgeting, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Enhanced asset life cycle with thorough analysis of equipment history, failure modes, and cost factors.
Established strong communication channels between departments, streamlining coordination efforts during scheduled shutdowns or emergencies.
Developed annual budgets for maintenance expenditures based on historical data and projected needs, optimizing resource allocation.
Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring optimal stock availability for essential maintenance items.
Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.
Enhanced inventory management of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability while optimizing storage costs.
Optimized resource allocation by developing dynamic scheduling system responsive to real-time operational demands.