Bedison Maharero
Windhoek
Summary
Skilled Plant Operator who excels in handling daily operational needs, plant updates and shutdowns. Effective at maintaining compliance with log updating, process monitoring and testing. Accustomed to performing frequent housekeeping functions to maintain performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Refinery Operator
Skorpion Zinc
04.2010 - 04.2020
- Enhanced communication among team members by implementing efficient shift handover procedures.
- Evaluated and updated standard operating procedures to reflect current best practices, resulting in improved operational efficiency and safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily operations, incidents, and equipment maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
- Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
- Provided training to new operators on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation techniques.
- Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Supported plant startups and shutdowns, ensuring a smooth transition between operational states.
- Participated in emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for potential incidents at the refinery site.
- Telephoned and radioed team members to coordinate efficient and smooth pump operations.
Multi Skilled Operator
Namdeb Diamond Corporation
09.2007 - 04.2010
- Improved production efficiency by operating and maintaining various heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes through efficient resource allocation and prioritization of tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility by cross-training on various types of heavy equipment, increasing operational flexibility and adaptability for the company.
- Safeguarded environmental compliance by following regulatory standards when operating machinery near sensitive areas such as wetlands or protected habitats.
- Performed routine inspections of heavy equipment to identify potential hazards or malfunctions before they escalated into bigger problems.
- Enhanced job site safety by adhering to strict safety protocols and industry regulations during equipment operation.
Refinery Operator
Skorpion Zinc
02.2002 - 08.2006
- Enhanced communication among team members by implementing efficient shift handover procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily operations, incidents, and equipment maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
- Optimized refinery efficiency by monitoring process units and adjusting operational parameters.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption and waste generation in the process units.
- Provided training to new operators on standard operating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation techniques.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process modifications that led to better efficiency and performance metrics achievement.
- Ensured safe work environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Coordinated with laboratory technicians to analyze samples promptly, enabling swift decision-making based on accurate data.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on pumps, compressors, and other essential equipment.
- Supported plant startups and shutdowns, ensuring a smooth transition between operational states.
- Guided less experienced operators during critical tasks like unit start-ups or shutdowns providing invaluable expertise and experience for successful outcomes.
- Performed inspections to determine quality of final product.
- Participated in emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for potential incidents at the refinery site.
- Conducted general housekeeping functions such as removing spills and organizing supplies.
Education
National Diploma - Turner Machinist
12.1999
Grade 12 - Social Sciences Education
12.1997
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Safety protocols
- Employee training
- Communication skills
- Permit-to-work system
- Team communication
- Incident investigation
- Refinery safety regulations
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Otjiherero
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
References
Mr Benedict Philander
+264814784210
BPhilander@vedantaresources.co.na
Timeline
Refinery Operator - Skorpion Zinc
04.2010 - 04.2020
Multi Skilled Operator - Namdeb Diamond Corporation
09.2007 - 04.2010
Refinery Operator - Skorpion Zinc
02.2002 - 08.2006
Windhoek Vocational Training Centre - National Diploma , Turner Machinist
Cosmos High School - Grade 12, Social Sciences Education
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