Tyrone David Hammick
Product Owner
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Product Owner at Betway Africa with over six years of expertise in product management and analysis, specializing in data-driven product development and market insights. Proven track record of delivering and optimizing digital products in fast-paced, customer-centric environments, driving growth and enhancing user experiences. Expertise in leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholders, and translating business objectives into actionable product strategies to ensure successful project outcomes. Recognized for strong communication skills, strategic planning, and adept problem-solving abilities, fostering collaboration and adaptability to meet evolving needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Product Owner
Betway Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
06.2025 - Current
- Managed backlog prioritization, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Implemented Agile methodologies to increase team productivity and enhance overall project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality products that met customer needs.
- Developed comprehensive roadmaps outlining the product vision, goals, and milestones for successful execution.
- Managed the development of a new Online casino
- Managed both backend and front end developments teams
- Came up with new ideas, worked with designers to get designs done and presented to business to get approved
- Owned and prioritized product backlog.
- Enhanced product usability by conducting user research and incorporating feedback into development.
- Facilitated communication between development teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of requirements and expectations.
- Focused on building critical features up front in order to identify constraints and technical challenges.
- Managed implementation of new features by outlining plans and specifications such as how, where, and when each component would work.
- Optimized product performance by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Mentored junior team members in Agile methodologies and best practices for effective Product Owner role execution.
- Conducted data-driven analysis to measure product success metrics, informing future enhancements or adjustments.
- Oversaw entire product deployments from vision and creation to rollout and delivery.
- Facilitated cross-functional team meetings to address bottlenecks, improving overall project communication and execution.
- Managed stakeholder expectations through regular updates and strategic communication, building strong relationships.
- Manged the QA test team.
- Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
- Proactively identified risks associated with project timelines or deliverables, implementing mitigation strategies when necessary.
Product Analyst
Osiris Trading
Johannesburg, South Africa
05.2022 - 2025
- Conducted comprehensive market research for better understanding of industry trends and competitor offerings.
- Collaborated with internal team members and customer representatives to clarify relationship of business and project goals and obtain enhanced perspective of development process.
- Facilitated communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project requirements and expectations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on current standards and incorporating them into product designs as needed.
- Manged the in house development of a new Work Management System.
- Managed the Front end development teams board, assigning work and managing the timelines and business expectations around delivery
- Managed the internal stake holders expectations.
- End to end testing on apps and web to ensure no bugs where introduced with new development.
- Managed the testing of production apps / web and logged all tickets
- Increased customer satisfaction with thorough quality assurance testing, addressing and resolving issues promptly.
- Leveraged user analytics to identify opportunities for improvement resulting in enhanced user experience.
- Managed timelines and resource allocation effectively, delivering projects on time.
Product Specialist
Synrgise
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Started working at Synrgise in 2019, my role in the company is currently a Product Specialist.
- However, I am involved in many different areas of the company; from Project management to support and training.
- Since starting at the company I have received a 200% increase in salary.
- Current Job Role and Responsibilities:
- Role description:
- As a Product Specialist I work with a team to ensure excellent product delivery.
- I ensure clients expectations are met and continuously update the clients about our progress.
- I work with the development team to ensure all projects are on track and assist them where I can.
- Responsibilities:
- Training final end users how to use the system, so the client can be “self-sustainable”
- Answering all product-related questions in a polite manner and addressing queries promptly.
- Attending workshops or online courses to learn more.
- Writing SQL queries to draw customized report.
- Working within the data base.
- Making changes to the system to update the functionality and ultimately make the systems more user friendly
- Discuss new development with client, send the clients quotes and plan the development with the dev team.
- Assist users on the help desk.
- Manage integrations into our learning management systems
Akhane Construction PTY limited
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Internship focusing on developing a new business opportunity in the scaffolding market.
Bar Tender
LDYC
Vaal Marina, South Africa
- Worked at the Lake Denys Yacht Clubs bar during holidays.
Au Pair
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Provided transport and academic support for two girls in grade 5.
Education
BCom Honours - Honors in Financial Management And Information Sys
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems And Financial Management
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa 04.2001 -
Grade 0-12 - IEB
St Stithians Boys College
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Agile methodology
Agile frameworks
User story creation
Product planning
Product backlog management
Stakeholder relationship management
Wireframing and prototyping
Roadmap development
Product lifecycle management
Competitive analysis
Problem-solving abilities
Project management
Adaptability and flexibility
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Analytical thinking
Multitasking
CONTACT
- PHONE: 076 565 2128
- EMAIL: tdhamnick@gmail.com
- Website: https://tdhamnick.wixsite.com/website
HOBBIES
Competitive fitness and endurance events (including Hyrox), Running and gym training, Sailing and deep sea fishing, Rock climbing, Padel and racket sports, Drone content creation and aerial photography, Performance-driven training and discipline development, Strategic thinking and leadership growth, Interest in digital innovation and emerging technologies, Travel and global cultural exposure
Timeline
Product Owner
Betway Africa
06.2025 - Current
Product Analyst
Osiris Trading
05.2022 - 2025
Product Specialist
Synrgise
01.2019 - 04.2022
Akhane Construction PTY limited
06.2017 - 07.2017
Au Pair
01.2014 - 01.2014
BCom Honours - Honors in Financial Management And Information Sys
Rhodes University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce - Information Systems And Financial Management
Rhodes University
04.2001 -
Grade 0-12 - IEB
St Stithians Boys College
04.2001 -
Bar Tender
LDYC