Zweli Dlamini
Maintenance Planner
3704 Klarinet, Ext 06, Witbank, Mpumalanga
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Planner with a proven track record at Tigerbrands- Albany Bakeries, adept at reducing downtime and enhancing asset life cycles. Skilled in work order management and continuous improvement, I excel in fostering teamwork while implementing strategic maintenance plans that optimize productivity and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Overview
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7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
Tigerbrands- Albany Bakeries
01.2023 - Current
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Developed maintenance reports to assess program success and inform operational decisions.
- Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
- Optimized productivity by eliminating downtime, efficient budgeting, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
- Enhanced asset life cycle with thorough analysis of equipment history, failure modes, and cost factors.
- Established strong communication channels between departments, streamlining coordination efforts during scheduled shutdowns or emergencies.
- Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
- Developed comprehensive asset management plan to extend lifespan of critical machinery, minimizing replacement costs.
- Reduced maintenance expenses, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers for parts and services.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
Junior Maintenance Planner
Disa Maintenance Service
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Developed annual budgets for maintenance expenditures based on historical data and projected needs, optimizing resource allocation.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, ensuring optimal stock availability for essential maintenance items.
- Optimized labor utilization through strategic assignment of duties based on skillsets and workload balance among team members.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
- Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance teams by monitoring performance metrics and adjusting task priorities accordingly.
Electrical Engineering Intern
Glencore
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Troubleshot and resolved circuitry issues, maintaining high-quality standards and reducing project delays.
- Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve process and performance.
- Utilized CAD software to create detailed schematics for electrical systems, enhancing overall design clarity.
- Monitored and processed information for regulatory compliance.
- Maintained organized records of all work completed during internship period for future reference by company staff.
- Learned about development of network architectures for SIMATIC PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
Education
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering-Heavy Current
Tshwane University of Technology
Witbank, South Africa 04.2001 -
Grade 12 - Matric Certificate
Lang High School
KwaZulu Natal 04.2001 -
Skills
Work order management
Work order preparation
Continuous improvement
Asset management
Compliance verification
Safety monitoring
Maintenance planning
Teamwork and collaboration
Skilled maintenance and repair
Time management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
Tigerbrands- Albany Bakeries
01.2023 - Current
Junior Maintenance Planner
Disa Maintenance Service
10.2020 - 12.2022
Electrical Engineering Intern
Glencore
01.2019 - 12.2019
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering-Heavy Current
Tshwane University of Technology
04.2001 -
Grade 12 - Matric Certificate
Lang High School
04.2001 -