Yathil Matabadal

• Delivered high-quality presentations showcasing key findings and recommendations to both internal stakeholders and clients.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, organization, and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
• Acted as a liaison between stakeholders ensuring open lines of communication throughout project life cycle.

• Developed and tested different unit operations in the minerals processing and hydrometallurgy field
• Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems
• Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and increasing overall team efficiency
• Ensured timely delivery of critical deliverables by closely monitoring progress against milestones and adjusting plans as necessary
• Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality projects within budget and on schedule

• Responsible for the development of process related documentation such as PFDs, PDCs, PDBs, etc
• Actively involved in the commissioning team, having developed commissioning manuals, and having taken part in the demolition and commissioning of two six-inline Electric Arc Furnaces in the PGM industry in 2023.
• Part of Hatch's Green Steel technology development team, carrying out fundamental research and lab-scale test work.
• Involved in New Business Development work to build and strengthen client relationships

• Company Overview: Small business focused on Ecommerce
• Grew business to a turnover of R1 million in 2 years
• Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement
• Provided strategic direction for product development, resulting in high-quality offerings that resonated with customers' needs and preferences
• Managed financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maintaining profitability during periods of economic uncertainty
• Drove company expansion into new markets, increasing overall brand visibility and recognition
• Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision making

Involved in consultation work for various projects including:

• Pre-feasibility study of stone paper manufacturing in South Africa
• Desktop study on sulphuric acid recovery from spent solutions
• Desktop study on various LIB recycling technologies

• Assistant lecturer for NMC (materials science)