Maintenance Supervisor
Resume:
LIVEN
GOUNDEN
Maintenance Planner/Supervisor & Auto Electrician
www.linkedin.com/in/Liven-Gounden
*****.*******@*****.***
Aerorand, Middelburg
Active Risk Management
Problem Resolution
& Prevention
Cost Reduction & Avoidance
Customer Service & Support
Electrical Automotive Parts
Maintenance Planning
Facilities Engineering
Fleet Management
Automobile Workshop Processes
Inventory Controls & Analysis
• Trade Tested Auto Electrician
Olifantsfontein Training Centre
Qualification (2005)
• Certificate in Maintenance Planning
• National N2 Certificate
• Supervisory & Leadership Programmes
EDUCATION & CORE COMPETENCIES
CREDENTIALS
CONTACT
Certified maintenance planner with a broad range of experience minimising downtime and improving operational efficiency by formulating preventive maintenance plans for heavy equipment/machinery as well as servicing complex facilities, and computerised systems of automobile workshops. Demonstrated strength reviewing work procedures to ensure alignment with statutory compliance as required by the OHS Act. Substantial expertise in eliminating plant failure/stoppages by examining overall unit operations on daily basis and proactively responding to necessary repairs for achieving maintenance goals. Proficient at managing mechanical and electrical operations, structuring new vehicle wiring systems, including the deployment of immobilizer and alarm systems. Skilled at retaining high-availability and complete readiness of heavy equipment while administering a team of technical experts and providing guidance in managing dysfunctional machinery.
• Successfully commissioning a new desalination pipeline in the plant.
• Proven success monitoring overheads and developing cost-effective procedures, which resulted in significantly minimising maintenance costs. LIFE PHILOSOPHY PROFILE
• Microsoft Office Suite
• SAP
• Mechanical Desktop & AutoCAD
• 3D & 2D Modelling
• Adobe Suite
• MICROSOFT 365
• Google Cloud
• Managed preventive maintenance of over 15kms overland conveyors system ranging from Richards bay harbour to the smelter, including 5 transfer towers and a liquid pitch plant consisting of four-pitch tanks and nine site storage silos containing 8000 to 48000 tons of storage capacity.
• Received accolades by the executive management on swiftly replacing a 4km steel chord conveyor belt safe and sound within four days.
• Minimised injuries to 0% and reduced breakdowns to a corporate low of 5 per month by leading and guiding the team to perform high-risk tasks as per defined safety standards.
• Achieved 110% work scope by transforming underperforming logistics section into high-performance areas within 90 days through the implementation of turnaround strategies.
TECHNICAL
PROFICIENCIES
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
SOUTH 32
HILLSIDE ALUMINIUM
BELL EQUIPMENT
Jun 2014 – Jul 2019
Jan 2012 – May 2014
Nov 2006 – Dec 2011
Jan 2002 – Sep 2006
CAREER OVERVIEW
Status: South African DOB: 31
August 1980
Family: Married Since 2015 Proud
Father of 2
Interests: Avid Motorsport Enthusiast
Fishing 4X4 Trails Game
Reserves
PERSONAL
Maintenance Supervisor
– Logistics
Maintenance Supervisor
– Mobile Workshop
Artisan – Auto Electrician
Artisan – Auto Electrician
Private & Confidential Curriculum Vitae: LIVEN GOUNDEN (076-***-****) Page 2 of 2 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LEADERSHIP STRENGTHS
SOUTH 32
South Africa Energy Coal (SAEC), includes four coal mining operations, Khutala Colliery, Klipspruit Colliery, Middelburg Colliery, and the Wolvekrans Colliery, as well as three processing plants, producing energy coal for the domestic and export market. https://www.south32.net/
Maintenance Supervisor - Logistics
Monitored employees’ activities and provided strategic direction to achieve targeted KPIs. Formulated and implemented Plant equipment maintenance plans to ensure seamless plant operations. Delivered end-to-end management in the change process to drive deviations and work scope transitions. Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by performing routine inspections and executing corrective action plans with safety protocols. Scheduled and prioritised work activities while generating employee-specific job cards. Tracked equipment inventory and placed refill orders when necessary. Delivered monthly and annual reports to top management while overseeing installation, maintenance, and repair works of the entire plant. Assumed ad-hocked Manager responsibilities in a certain situation to fulfill corporate requirements.
• Increased plant availability for high-production through year over year reduction in breakdowns.
• Maximised artisans engagement by carrying out visits to check the progress of jobs and standard adherence.
• Attained beneficial values from contractors and service providers by building strong business relationships.
• Implemented financial management best practices to effectively develop and utilise maintenance budget. HILLSIDE ALUMINIUM
As a part of South 32, manufacturing fabricated structural metal, steel, and aluminum. https://www.south32.net/ Maintenance Supervisor – Mobile Workshop
Contributed to various meetings and communicated instructions to the team accordingly. Crafted maintenance reports and developed presentations in an organised, concise, and effective manner. Identified root causes through detailed analysis and resolved problems to meet maintenance goals. Provided strategic guidance to the maintenance team in controlling technical operations. Captured opportunities to transform business operations through the utilisation of advanced technology solutions.
• Planned and streamlined overall onsite maintenance procedures for the entire fleet of mobile equipment.
• Enhanced operational efficiency by fostering the adoption of maintenance best approaches, defining maintenance department vision, and designing policies/procedures.
• Enabled smooth flow of mobile workshop operations through daily checks to reassure safety compliant and avoid defective mechanism.
Artisan – Auto Electrician
Installed, configured, and maintained electrical systems in automotive vehicles. Assessed electrical complications and documented methods for problem resolution. Forecasted time and cost for repairing wiring malfunction and servicing electrical automotive parts of the entire plant. Prepared job reports and proceeded paperwork that contains detailed information on work schedules and progress.
• Supported customers by effectively identifying equipment faults and troubleshooting issues to achieve higher-level of customer satisfaction.
• Played a vital role in building, maintaining, and promoting a clean, safe, and collaborative working environment to mitigate the risk of accidents and drive efficiency.
BELL EQUIPMENT
A reliable manufacturer, distributor, and supporter of mining, construction, agricultural, forestry, and material handling equipment. https://www.bellequipment.com/
Artisan – Auto Electrician
Rolled out overall preventative and maintenance plans for automobiles that run using computer-controlled systems.
• Diagnosed, resolved, and prevented mechanical/technical errors in a wide range of dump trucks, front end loaders, and tri-wheelers.
• Ensured timely identification/resolution of electrical issues executing analysis and proposing ideal solutions. Confident
Communicator
Organising/
Delegating
Problem Solving
Ethical
Rational Thinker
Performance
Management
Emotional
Intelligence
Entrepreneurial
Flair
Time Management
Change
Management
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