Zitholele Sphamandla Dladla
Ekurhuleni
Summary
Dedicated and safety-conscious Chemical Process Operator with extensive experience in plant operations, hazardous materials handling, and equipment inspections. Skilled in process monitoring, system optimization, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, ensure operational efficiency, and contribute to continuous improvement. Reliable, adaptable, and committed to delivering excellence in every task.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
Cerax Pty Ltd
Boksburg
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of production data including volumes and operating parameters.
- Operated tank farm systems, managing transfers, temperature control, and road tanker loading.
- Performed forklift operations safely to support daily plant activities.
- Conducted routine plant checks to promote safe and efficient operation.
- Monitored process conditions, adjusting controls to maintain optimal plant performance.
- Conducted routine sampling and quality tests to ensure compliance with standards.
Construction Van Driver
Genmed Services
Polokwane
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Safely transported goods and personnel, meeting delivery schedules.
- Planned and navigated efficient routes to meet deadlines.
- Completed trip paperwork accurately and on time.
- Used GPS navigation systems to optimize route efficiency.
- Maintained detailed logs on mileage, fuel, and vehicle repairs.
Assistant Chemical Plant Operator
SAPREF
Durban
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Operation of Crude distillation unit, Hydro-Desulphurisation unit, High vaccuum unit and Hydro treater unit.
- Assisted in plants startup and shutdown procedures.
- Conducted plant equipment switchovers safely and effectively.
- Performed unit inspections to ensure proper functioning.
- Carried out fire and safety checks to maintain compliance.
- Prepared plant equipment for maintenance, including purging and draining.
- Collected samples and conducted basic sample analysis.
- Dosing chemical checks and recieving.
- BBS observations.
- Permit to work review.
- Standby duties.
- Assisted in gas testing duties.
Education
Chemical Operation - Chemical Engineering
Scientec Education and Training
DurbanHigh School Diploma -
Velabahleke High School
DurbanSkills
- Chemical plant operations
- Hazardous materials handling
- Equipment inspection
- System monitoring
- Tank farm operations
- Forklift operation
- Quality assurance testing
- Plant safety checks
- Process control adjustments
- Maintenance preparation (purging, draining, lineups)
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Compliance with OHS standards
Disclaimer
I, hereby declare that the information provided in this CV is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Certification
- Driver's Licence (C1)
- Forklift Licence
- SHE Rep Training
- OHS Act and Legislation Training
References
Available upon request
Profile
Zitholele Sphamandla Dladla, 04/30/93, C1, Forklift Licence, zithulelespha@gmail.com, 066 526 4137, Wattville, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, 1501
Languages
Isizulu
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Plant Operator
Cerax Pty Ltd
09.2024 - Current
Construction Van Driver
Genmed Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Chemical Plant Operator
SAPREF
02.2018 - 01.2021
Chemical Operation - Chemical Engineering
Scientec Education and Training
High School Diploma -
Velabahleke High School