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Tsholofelo Daniel Modikwe

Tsholofelo Daniel Modikwe

Vaalpark

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Senior Plant Operator at Omnia Fertilizer. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective coaching and adherence to safety protocols. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and skilled in team leadership, consistently achieving high standards in plant performance and maintenance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Distributed Control System Operator (DCS)

Omnia Fertilizer
Granulation Plant 2, Sasolburg
06.2019 - Current
  • Make appropriate decisions regarding adjustments to raw material inputs
  • Perform tasks to help improve the methods, products, quality, equipment and operation
  • Assist and provide guidance to staff when they encounter a problem
  • Create Job cards
  • Prepare plant for shutdown and startup activities by Isolating and de-Isolation of equipment's
  • Issue Safe work permits for plant maintenance purposes

Senior Plant Operator

Omnia Fertilizer
Granulation Plant 3, Sasolburg
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • To ensure the plant equipment's are in a good condition and kept clean through on-going housekeeping activities for smooth running of the plant
  • To ensure equipment's (crushers, dryers, screens, elevators, etc.) are cleaned for plant maintenance purposes
  • To ensure everyone working in responsibility is working safely
  • People management in the section as well as related duties

Shift Process Technician

Dow Agro-Sciences
Sasolburg
06.2013 - 01.2016
  • Ensures operational activities and process performance are consistent with Plant goals
  • Coach and train others on plant operations
  • Create, document, review and validate plant operational procedures
  • Load job cards and update shift status on the E-LOG on the continuous basis during the shift

Senior Plant Operator

AECI ImproChem
Kempton Park
11.2011 - 05.2013
  • Control the water treatment plant on the distributive control system
  • Inspect the water treatment plant systems on daily basis to ensure effective operations
  • Recommend the purchase of goods and perform other related duties as required
  • Perform routine analysis of water samples taken from water treatment plant and compile water quality reports

Trainee Plant Operator

East Rand Water Care
Kempton Park
02.2008 - 10.2011
  • Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.

Education

B-Tech - Chemical Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
03.2015

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
03.2009

Grade 12 - Matric 2003

Rauwane Sepeng High School
Rustenburg, Tlhabane
12.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 (ERP)
  • Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Code 8 Drivers License

Identity Number

  • 840704 5442 083

References

  • Mr. Simon Ntsala, Omnia Fertilizer, Team Leader, 071 197 7570
  • Mr. Daniel Mkhabele, Omnia Fertilizer, Supervisor, 064 933 9401

Timeline

Distributed Control System Operator (DCS)

Omnia Fertilizer
06.2019 - Current

Senior Plant Operator

Omnia Fertilizer
06.2017 - 05.2019

Shift Process Technician

Dow Agro-Sciences
06.2013 - 01.2016

Senior Plant Operator

AECI ImproChem
11.2011 - 05.2013

Trainee Plant Operator

East Rand Water Care
02.2008 - 10.2011

B-Tech - Chemical Engineering

University of Johannesburg

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering

University of Johannesburg

Grade 12 - Matric 2003

Rauwane Sepeng High School
Tsholofelo Daniel Modikwe