Alvan Bezuidenhoudt
Windhoek , Khomas
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Team player with good communication skills and a good sense of humor.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Services Manager
Wilderness
01.2023 - Current
- Developed technical services strategies based upon clients' goals and implemented processes to achieve objectives.
- Monitored work procedures, work schedules and expedited workflow.
- Made technical suggestions regarding modifications to documentation, product performance and failure analysis.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Building Maintenance Technician
Self Employed
02.2001 - 09.2011
- Carried out building updates such as painting surfaces, replacing fixtures, and reorganizing rooms.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Worked quickly on emergency requests in order to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Sourced and obtained multiple quotes for parts and supplies per purchasing requirements.
- Prepared documentation and drafted reports detailing completed maintenance activities and repairs.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
Assistant Buyer
Pupkewitz Megabuild
09.1988 - 03.2000
- Established relationships with vendors to support access to latest product information and pricing.
- Processed purchase orders and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
- Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
- Sourced new vendors and negotiated contracts to reduce costs and improve quality.
- Computed and created purchase orders in [System] to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions, and expedite customer orders.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
Soldier
Namibian Defence Force
03.1986 - 12.1998
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
Education
Higher Certificate Second Year - Hospitality And Tourism
International University of Management
Windhoek NamibiaHigh School Diploma -
Ella Du Plessis
Windhoek Namibia11.1994
Skills
- Strategic Design
- Database Maintenance
- Performance Report Creation
- Technical Support
- Hardware Maintenance
- Project Management
- Field Operations
- Proposal Creation
- Project Oversight
Timeline
Technical Services Manager
Wilderness
01.2023 - Current
Building Maintenance Technician
Self Employed
02.2001 - 09.2011
Assistant Buyer
Pupkewitz Megabuild
09.1988 - 03.2000
Soldier
Namibian Defence Force
03.1986 - 12.1998
Higher Certificate Second Year - Hospitality And Tourism
International University of Management
High School Diploma -
Ella Du Plessis
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