THAKANE BERENG
Johannesburg
Summary
Innovative Automation Developer and IT Specialist with over 6 years of experience in designing and optimising automated workflows in enterprise environments. Skilled in the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate, Power BI, Power Apps, and SharePoint, as well as Nintex Automation Cloud and K2 Cloud solutions. Focused on delivering scalable technical solutions that meet complex business requirements.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automation Developer
BDO South Africa
Johannesburg
09.2025 - Current
- Design, develop, and implement automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate to streamline manual, repetitive processes across HR, Finance, and Operations departments.
- Integrate Power Automate with Microsoft 365 services (SharePoint, Outlook, Teams), Dynamics 365, external APIs, and third-party applications via connectors and custom APIs.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across Digitech team to gather business requirements and translate into scalable technical automation solutions, enhancing alignment with organisational objectives.
- Wrote and maintained programming scripts to improve functionality and performance of company applications, ensuring adherence to solution architecture and governance frameworks.
- Perform error handling, monitoring, and UAT (User Acceptance Testing) to ensure application stability, functionality, and continuous improvement.
- Document automation processes, logic, and architecture in accordance with development guidelines and organisational standards.
- Adhere to data governance, security, and compliance policies; manage user roles and access controls within automated processes.
- Trained and supported end-users on developed systems, mentoring team members to foster knowledge sharing and ensure project timelines were met.
Technical Automation Specialist
Nintex
Johannesburg
04.2021 - 08.2025
- Designed, developed, and tested automated workflows using the Nintex Process Platform for enterprise clients across the USA and globally.
- Integrated Nintex solutions with SharePoint, Salesforce, Microsoft 365, Power Automate, and Power BI to streamline operations and improve productivity.
- Created comprehensive technical documentation, including system specifications and configuration guides, to support implementation and user understanding.
- Advised clients on strategic IT decisions, leveraging best practices to facilitate future growth while managing multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.
- Delivered impactful client engagements for CVS Pharmacy, BHP, PNC Bank, Fordham University, George Washington University, River City Bank, San Diego County Sheriff's Department, and FortisBC Energy, enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.
Technical Associate
Nintex
Johannesburg
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for clients utilising K2 solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction scores.
- Developed and quality-tested K2 business applications using K2 Workflow, standardising software package deployment across company systems.
- Implemented technical improvements in support department and wider K2 community platform.
Digital Banking Specialist
Nedbank
Bloemfontein & Johannesburg
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Facilitated digital adoption through targeted training programmes, leading to reduced in-branch visit volumes.
- Tracked customer feedback to inform product and service improvements, ensuring consistent achievement of response time and issue resolution KPIs.
- Promoted Nedbank's digital banking platforms and Money App to customers and staff in 6 branches, enhancing awareness and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Central University of Technology
Free State01-2019
National Diploma - Information Technology: Software Development
Central University of Technology
Free State01-2017
National Senior Certificate -
St. Michael's School For Girls
Free State01-2012
Skills
- Power Automate
- Microsoft Power Automate
- Power BI
- Power Apps
- SharePoint
- Nintex Automation
- K2 Workflow
- REST APIs
- SQL
- Dynamics 365
- Microsoft 365
- Azure DevOps
- JavaScript
- Process Automation
- Workflow automation
- Software Development
- Agile / SDLC
- Project Planning
- CRM
- Enterprise Cloud
- Automation Governance
- Technical Documentation
- Workflow design
- C#
Certification
- 2021-07-01, Nintex Process Automation — Automation Expert, Nintex Automation Cloud, SharePoint Automation Cloud, Microsoft 365 Automation Cloud
- 2020-03-01, K2 Software, K2 Cloud Core, K2 Cloud for SharePoint, K2 Five Core, K2 Five for SharePoint, K2 SmartForms Builder (4.7)
- 2018-12-01, Cisco Netacad, IT Essentials, CCNA 2: Routing & Switching Essentials, CCNA 3: Scaling Networks
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Sesotho
Advanced
C1
References
- Thetshelesani Lukoto, Senior Infrastructure Project Manager,
thetshi.m@gmail.com, 072 870 6501
- Tiaan Engelbrecht, Product Manager
Tiaan.Engelbrecht@Nintex.com, 010 056 0597
- Laraine Truter, Senior Engagement Manager,
Laraine.Truter@Nintex.com, 082 496 0674
Timeline
Automation Developer
BDO South Africa
09.2025 - Current
Technical Automation Specialist
Nintex
04.2021 - 08.2025
Technical Associate
Nintex
01.2020 - 12.2020
Digital Banking Specialist
Nedbank
06.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Central University of Technology
National Diploma - Information Technology: Software Development
Central University of Technology
National Senior Certificate -
St. Michael's School For Girls