Vickus Bothma
Uitenhage
Summary
Highly experienced steel fabrication specialist and operations manager with over 30 years of industry expertise. Proven leader in workshop and site-based project management, structural fabrication, rigging, procurement, and maintenance operations. Founder and owner of a successful steel and wood fabrication business since 2016, delivering durable, high-quality solutions for residential and commercial clients. Recognised for hands-on leadership, strong technical knowledge, and results-driven execution.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3993
3993
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner & Lead Fabricator
GO4 Wood & Steel Creations
01.2016 - Current
- Design, fabricate, and install custom steel and wood structures including carports, gates, palisades, roofing, and structural builds.
- Manage full business operations including client consultation, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, fabrication, and installation.
- Maintain strict quality control, safety compliance, and high customer satisfaction standards.
Operations Manager
Protec / Presto Engineering
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Directed workshop operations, staff coordination, and production scheduling.
- Oversaw fabrication projects from planning through final delivery.
- Implemented efficiency improvements and ensured quality assurance.
Maintenance / Production
Grainfield Chicken
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Performed preventative and breakdown maintenance on production equipment.
- Supported operational continuity and mechanical troubleshooting.
Workshop / Site Manager
Prest Engineering
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Managed workshop productivity and supervised on-site installation teams.
- Ensured project deadlines and safety standards were consistently met.
Self-Employed Steel Fabricator
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Delivered custom fabrication solutions for commercial and residential clients.
Workshop Boilermaker
Pro Tec Engineering
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Fabricated structural steel components and assemblies with precision.
Boilermaker Apprentice
SBT Metals
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Completed formal apprenticeship in boilermaking and welding.
Education
High School -
Despatch High School
Trade Training -
Kwanobuhle College
Skills
- Advanced Steel Fabrication & Welding (MIG/TIG)
- Structural & Civil Construction Knowledge
- Workshop & Site Project Management
- Operations & Team Leadership
- Rigging & Structural Installation
- Procurement & Supplier Negotiation
- Preventative & Reactive Maintenance
- Carpentry & Plumbing Knowledge
- Quality assurance & Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Client consultation
Personal Information
Title: Steel Fabrication Specialist | Operations & Project Leader
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Owner & Lead Fabricator
GO4 Wood & Steel Creations
01.2016 - Current
Operations Manager
Protec / Presto Engineering
01.2013 - 01.2016
Maintenance / Production
Grainfield Chicken
01.2010 - 01.2013
Workshop / Site Manager
Prest Engineering
01.2009 - 01.2010
Self-Employed Steel Fabricator
01.2006 - 01.2009
Workshop Boilermaker
Pro Tec Engineering
01.2000 - 01.2006
Boilermaker Apprentice
SBT Metals
01.1996 - 01.1999
High School -
Despatch High School
Trade Training -
Kwanobuhle College