PowerBI
Werner De Lange
Project Manager Drilling And Blasting
Mossel Bay,WC
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm in the mining industry. Passionate, loyal and dedicated.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Project Manager Drilling and Blasting
Capital Limited
Geita, Tanzania
03.2017 - 10.2024
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing quality or workplace safety.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment.
- Prepared detailed reports for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
- Managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Improved client relationships, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Achieved significant improvements in quality by establishing rigorous quality control processes.
- Streamlined procurement process for materials, reducing wait times and avoiding potential delays.
- Ensured projects aligned with strategic objectives, working closely with senior management to refine project goals.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
- Reduced project costs, negotiated contracts with suppliers, and optimized resource allocation.
- Optimized project schedules, identified critical path tasks, and reallocated resources to maintain momentum.
- Achieved high levels of team engagement and morale by promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Software utilized: PowerBI, Excel, Word, SAP, ACCPAC
Production Manager
Capital Limited
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Drilling and Blasting over 2 000 000 BCM's per month.
- Contract Management.
- Design and timing of drill and blast pattern with engineers.
- Planning drilling and blasting sequence.
Project Manager Drilling and Blasting
Ausdrill
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Managed drill fleet of Pantera DP1500, DML45 drill rigs.
- Managed 210 employees
Operations Manager
Orica
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
Drill and Blast Superintendent
AngloGold Ashanti
Geita, Tanzania
03.2007 - 09.2010
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee well-being.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Overseeing all drill and blast activities.
- Ensuring health and safety for all personnel.
- Contract management.
- Design and timing of drill and blast pattern with engineers.
- Planning of drilling and blasting sequence.
Senior Blasting Technician
Anglo Platinum
03.2000 - 02.2007
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Responsible for Primary Blasting.
- Responsible for Secondary Blasting.
- 4.5 Million tons per month.
- Pre-split blasting.
- Contract management.
- Final Wall Control Technician.
MMU Operator
Bulk Mining Explosives (BME)
01.1996 - 02.2000
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Quality control of product.
- Maintenance of MMU.
- Acting Site Foreman
- Delivering heavy anfo to customer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Piet Potgieter High School
Mokopane 04.2001 -
Certificate - Rock-breaking Technology
Brandrill PCF
04.2001 -
Advanced Certificate - Explosives Technology
Academy of Explosives Technology
04.2001 -
Blasting Certificate Open Cast Mines, Mine Manager - Blasting
Mineral And Energy Affairs, South Africa
04.2001 -
Certificate - Surface Blasting Technology
Academy of Explosives Technology
04.2001 -
Skills
Project scheduling
Scope management
Billing management
Quality control
Client relationships
Risk management
Purchasing and procurement
Relationship building
Program implementation
Leadership development
Decision-making
Time management abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Employee training
Safe operating procedures
Cross-functional collaboration
Problem-solving
Equipment safety verification
Team leadership
Self motivation
Dependable and hardworking
Task prioritization
Interpersonal skills
Drill pattern planning
Blast pattern scheduling
Software
Excel
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 350 staff members.
- Driving people to achieve drilling targets and on a regular basis out performed mining plans.
- Up-skilled locals to perform on their own.
- Exceeded company goals on a regular basis.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridImportant To Me
401k matchCareer advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTimeline
Deputy Project Manager Drilling and Blasting
Capital Limited
03.2017 - 10.2024
Production Manager
Capital Limited
01.2014 - 02.2017
Project Manager Drilling and Blasting
Ausdrill
01.2011 - 12.2013
Operations Manager
Orica
10.2010 - 12.2010
Drill and Blast Superintendent
AngloGold Ashanti
03.2007 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Piet Potgieter High School
04.2001 -
Certificate - Rock-breaking Technology
Brandrill PCF
04.2001 -
Advanced Certificate - Explosives Technology
Academy of Explosives Technology
04.2001 -
Blasting Certificate Open Cast Mines, Mine Manager - Blasting
Mineral And Energy Affairs, South Africa
04.2001 -
Certificate - Surface Blasting Technology
Academy of Explosives Technology
04.2001 -
Senior Blasting Technician
Anglo Platinum
03.2000 - 02.2007
MMU Operator
Bulk Mining Explosives (BME)
01.1996 - 02.2000