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Plant Manager Human Resource

Location:
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted:
March 31, 2025

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Resume:

James Langeveldt

Contact Information:

Phone: +27-682-***-*** (WhatsApp)

Email: ***************@*****.***

Nationality: South African

ID: 840**********

Professional Summary:

As an expatriate Fleet and Plant Manager, I bring a wealth of skills and a commitment to professionalism that drives success in the dynamic world of logistics, procurement, and fleet management. Known for my unwavering commitment to cost-effectiveness and accountability, I excel in creating seamless work systems that enhance fleet, logistics, and procurement operations. I am a structural maestro with extensive technical knowledge, a champion of team development, and a meticulous inventory manager. My leadership ensures operations run like a well-oiled machine, driving efficiency and reducing costs.

Key Competencies:

Certification: Section 13 Red Seal Trade Certificate as Diesel Mechanic (N3 Electrical and Mechanical Engineering)

Operational Management: Expertise in managing workshop operations and staff

Process Implementation: Proven track record in establishing and executing structures and procedures

Financial Acumen: Skilled in costing and budgeting (weekly, monthly)

Reporting: Proficient in generating plant and equipment maintenance reports (weekly, monthly)

HSE Knowledge: Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations

Production Management: Extensive production knowledge

Technical Skills: Proficient in Windows, Word, Excel, Star Mercedes-Benz Diagnostics, ET CAT, and SAP

Engineering: Capable of engineering and manufacturing parts for plant and equipment

Professional Experience:

Pacific Rim Constructors (Guyana)

Position: Fleet Manager

Duration: April 2023 - Present

Responsibilities:

Cost Efficiency: Committed to cost-effectiveness by fostering accountability and equality within fleet, logistics, and procurement departments.

Structural Maestro: Implementing structural enhancements to streamline processes and improve communication.

Technical Guru: Managing and executing fleet and plant management requirements, including staff training and equipment maintenance.

Team Development Champion: Enhancing staff skills and boosting overall team productivity and morale.

Inventory Management: Implementing meticulous inventory recording systems to minimize downtime due to missing parts.

Wartsila (South Africa)

Position: Service Engineer

Duration: February 2022 – March 2023

Responsibilities:

Managing daily workshop administration including timesheets, diesel, chemical usage, and budget

Creating purchase orders, ordering parts on SAP, stock management

Overseeing workshop budget, reporting, and general admin

Planning and executing engineering tasks, assessing parts conditions, and reporting on engines, alternators, and gearboxes

DAMEN Civil Works (Kenya)

Position: Workshop Manager

Duration: June 2021 - December 2021 (Contract)

Project: 4000-ton slipway and associated works for Kenya Navy, Mombasa (€100 million)

Responsibilities:

Weekly planning and workshop management

Mechanical installations, equipment maintenance, and repair

Reporting, general admin, ordering parts, managing budget control, and diesel usage

Manufacturing new parts and attending to breakdowns promptly

Gilmor Engineering (Nigeria)

Position: Quarry/Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Duration: April 2019 - May 2021 (Contract)

Responsibilities:

Planning and managing maintenance and repairs of quarry and crusher plant equipment

Staff management and aggregate production

Stock control, ordering parts, and diesel management

Manufacturing new parts and attending to breakdowns

Strabag International (Malawi)

Position: Quarry/Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Duration: November 2016 - November 2018 (Contract)

Responsibilities:

Maintenance planning and management

Staff oversight and aggregate production

Diesel and parts stock control, manufacturing new parts, and breakdown repairs

ROCK WELL MINING (PTY) LTD

Position: Field Service Engineer

Duration: September 2015 - October 2016

Responsibilities:

General admin, report writing, and equipment repairs

Diagnosing and reporting faults, maintenance, and ordering spares, general admin

Manufacturing new parts and attending to breakdowns

Colas LTD

Position: Workshop supervisor

Duration: July 2013- August 2015

Responsibilities:

Maintenance and repair planning, stock control, and parts manufacturing

Faulty equipment repair, planned maintenance, and spare parts ordering

Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults, general admin

Fire Raiders

Position: Diesel Mechanic/Fabricator and Rebuilder

Duration: April 2010 - June 2013

Responsibilities:

Maintenance and repair planning, stock control, and parts manufacturing

Mercedes-Benz Cape Town

Position: Diesel Mechanic

Duration: January 2005 - May 2010

Responsibilities: Maintenance and repairs on engines, gearboxes, and diagnostics

Education:

Secondary:

Institution: High School David Livingstone, Port Elizabeth

Qualification: Matric

Tertiary:

Russell Road College, Port Elizabeth: Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (N2, N3)

GE Diesel, Port Elizabeth: Report and repair injectors and fuel pumps

Power Shift ZA: Report and repair of ZA gearboxes, differentials, clutches, dual mass flywheels

PE College: Electrical course: Wiring, KWh meter board, earthing, bonding, installation test, industrial circuits, three-phase distribution board, PVC metal armored cables

North Link College: Diesel Mechanic Trade Certificate

As an expatriate Fleet and Plant Manager, I am dedicated to delivering results, optimizing operations, and leading my team to success. Together, we drive efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure that every aspect of our operation runs like a well-oiled machine.



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