Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.
Hi, I’m
Victor Sakhumzi
Male
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Ngcokoto General TradingCape Town
Supervisor
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Shift Team Lead
04.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided staff with feedback and guidance.
- Scheduled staff shifts to secure adequate coverage and productive workflows.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Maintenance Coordinator
01.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Reviewed maintenance program for efficiency accuracy and timeliness, and provided feedback for improvement to company leadership.
- Provided safety education and technical training to maintenance crew to establish equipment repair standards.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
DCS Operator
01.2017 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Monitored performance of operations environment and managed expert responses to first-level events and serious incidents.
- Handled preventive maintenance on assigned technologies following established procedures.
- Supported operations with weekly on-call rotation to maintain and provide critical system support.
- Generated turnover reports for other shifts and colleagues.
- Documented plant activities in logs and detailed concerns and issues prior to distributing reports to manager.
- Examined [Type] equipment and adjusted monitoring controls to maintain system integrity and peak operations.
- Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
- Distributed or regulated flow of power between entities such as generating stations, substations, or users, keeping track of status of circuits or connections.
- Loaded units based on fuel levels, availabilities and capabilities.
- Calculated load estimates or equipment requirements to determine required control settings.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Wonderware Handheld Coordinator
01.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Tank Farm Operator
01.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Effluent Treatment Plant Operator
01.2012 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Emergency Fire Fighter
02.2011 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
Astron Energy RefineryCape Town
Plant Operator
02.2007 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems storage tank levels and pump stations indicators.
- Operated specialized tools, instruments, and equipment for tests and maintenance.
- Conducted safety inspections and followed safety rules and procedures.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets.
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance.
- Adjusted and maintained plant equipment for safety and performance.
- Monitored flows, pressures, chemical feeds levels, and water quality indicators.
Laughton and CompanyCape Town
Personal Assistant
02.2003 - 11.2004
Job overview
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
- Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Served as point of contact between clients and managerial staff.
- Maintained and organized all shared drives, documents and spreadsheets in Google Workspace.
- Communicated with internal departments, vendors and contractors to discuss schedules, project requirements and upcoming appointments.
- Used discretion when handling confidential information.
- Answered phone calls and addressed customer questions and concerns to promote satisfaction and continued business.
Education
Langa High SchoolCape Town, South Africa
High School Diploma
01.1995 - 12.1995
University Overview
Cape Peninsula University of TechnologyCape Town, South Africa
No Degree from Chemical Engineering
04.2001
University Overview
- Continuing education in National Diploma Chemical Engineering.
University of Cape TownCape Town, South Afica
No Degree from Supply Chain Management
04.2001
University Overview
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Skills
Basic computer skills
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References
References
1. Mzwanini Mbana
Team Lead Astron Energy Refinery
mzwa.mbana@yahoo.com
0732558714
2. Terence Meiring
Specialist Astron Energy Refinery
0837017647
3. Roger Bulelani
Inspector City of Cape Town
0835372203
Timeline
Supervisor
Ngcokoto General Trading
04.2023 - Current
Shift Team Lead
Astron Energy Refinery
04.2019 - 08.2019
Maintenance Coordinator
Astron Energy Refinery
01.2018 - 08.2019
DCS Operator
Astron Energy Refinery
01.2017 - 08.2019
Wonderware Handheld Coordinator
Astron Energy Refinery
01.2016 - 08.2019
Tank Farm Operator
Astron Energy Refinery
01.2016 - 08.2019
Effluent Treatment Plant Operator
Astron Energy Refinery
01.2012 - 08.2019
Emergency Fire Fighter
Astron Energy Refinery
02.2011 - 08.2019
Plant Operator
Astron Energy Refinery
02.2007 - 08.2019
Personal Assistant
Laughton and Company
02.2003 - 11.2004
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
No Degree from Chemical Engineering
04.2001
University of Cape Town
No Degree from Supply Chain Management
04.2001
Langa High School
High School Diploma
01.1995 - 12.1995
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