An accomplished Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of experience in project management, plant maintenance, and furnace operations within the glass manufacturing industry. Known for his ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage large-scale maintenance projects across Southern and North Africa, he ensures operational excellence and compliance with SHEQ standards. His expertise includes mechanical equipment maintenance, root cause failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives, combined with hands-on experience in SAP and CMMS systems.

VALUE CONTRIBUTION:

• Project Management Excellence: Skilled in managing CAPEX and OPEX projects, from feasibility studies to execution and closeout, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and time.
• Operational Efficiency: Leads continuous improvement initiatives to optimize mechanical equipment performance and reduce production costs.
• SHEQ Compliance and Safety Leadership: Ensures compliance with OHSA standards and drives safety-first engineering practices.
• Cross-Regional Expertise: Manages technical support and operational audits across multiple factories in Southern and North Africa, ensuring uniformity in standards and practices.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:

• Furnace Rebuild Projects: Successfully managed furnace rebuilds and hot repairs across multiple sites, including mechanical services installation and contractor oversight, with budgets exceeding R15 million.
• Optimized Production: Implemented continuous improvement measures in forehearth and glass conditioning, reducing production defects and enhancing plant efficiency.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Conducted compressed air audits and maintenance strategy reviews, saving significant costs through minimized consumption and optimized equipment use.
• Streamlined Maintenance Practices: Established condition-based maintenance plans, improving overall equipment reliability and reducing downtime.