Josia Hangula
Swakopmund
Summary
Josia Hangula is a qualified Mechanical Engineer with a strong technical background and extensive experience in construction, FMCG, design, production, and transversal project organization. He excels in goal achievement, managing large multi-skilled teams, and process improvement. Josia is self-motivated, works well independently or in a team, and possesses excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. He is comfortable engaging with all levels of company counterparts and third parties.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Engineer: Mining Reliability
Swakop Uranium (Husab)
Swakopmund
05.2022 - Current
- Provided support for a variety of heavy machinery such as CAT Shovel FS CAT 6060, ERS CAT 7495, Komatsu 960E, and other Komatsu support equipment. Assisted with three different types of drills - MD 6290, MD 6640, and MD 6540.
- Implemented asset management tracking and monitoring processes in accordance with Operating Model.
- Managed CAPEX projects by overseeing project planning, preparing tenders and conducting bid adjudications.
- Ensure statutory compliance of all legal equipment and auxiliary components (Pressure vessels, Air compressors, Heavy mobile machinery & Lifting equipment)
- Risk management, Asset analysis and Life cycle assessment management (LCAM)
- Implementation of D.E process (RCA, FMEA & FRACAS)
- Effectively manage subordinates and contractors in order to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Production and Maintenance Supervisor
Coca Cola Namibia Bottling Company
Windhoek
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Oversaw the shift's overall PQCDSM scope with great responsibility.
- Drive performance management practices so that they are progressively entrenched.
- Responsible for frontline capability building and performance improvement.
- Wrote reports, tracked expenses, created budgets and planned production goals.
- Inspect works done by team members to ensure that they meet company standards of good quality.
- Contributed to problem solving and continuous improvement processes.
- Ensures that tasks related to special projects and trials are carried out as per plan.
- Contributed to maintenance day planning, preparation, and execution.
- Coordinate and lead the members of the shift team in performing the activities to execute the shift production schedule.
- Key link between situational and systemic level, with Warehouse as the primary customer.
- Evaluate the performance of team members on a routine basis
- Conducted regular inspections of all equipment in the facility to identify any potential problems before they became serious issues.
- Created detailed reports on machine downtime, root cause analysis, cost savings initiatives, and other relevant metrics related to production efficiency.
Engineer in Training ( Machine Specialist)
Coca Cola Namibia Bottling Company
Windhoek
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Executed running repairs to ensure uninterrupted operations and resolved issues through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Identify opportunities for improvement of processes and maintenance procedures.
- Developed and implemented quality procedures and systems to inspect plans and analyze quality trends
- Created instructional documents for equipment related tasks
- Formulated effective techniques for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of production equipment.
- Design inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment.
- Provided expertise to the shift team in operating machines, identifying faults, and responding effectively to machine failures.
- Executed various housekeeping tasks while adhering to 5S principles.
- Support NPD trials to be able to run on assets.
- Maintained thorough documentation for all changes made to assets, following engineering Change management business processes.
- Enhanced TTCs through the implementation of industry best practices
- Prepared test plans for evaluating the performance of newly developed products or systems associated with an engineering project.
- Maintained records relating to all aspects of an engineering project, including materials used, labor costs.
Mechanical Engineer
Salini Namibia
Keetmanshoop
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Managed tasks and responsibilities for the Electromechanical department at the job site.
- Performed rigorous checks for adherence to design plans throughout Mechanical & Electrical Installations.
- Managed procurement of all required equipment and components for Subcontractors.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance.
- Conducted quality inspections with the mechanical team for concrete casting.
- Provided technical support during production process by identifying solutions for operational problems.
- Developed and tested mechanical components to ensure proper functioning.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of mechanical components.
Mechanical Design Engineer (Intern)
V Fischer Buder Consulting Engineers
Windhoek
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Developed innovative fire prevention solution
- Created designs for water distribution and heating systems
- Managed the preparation of tender documents.
- Delivered accurate and efficient design calculations for HVAC systems
- Attended and actively participated in meetings with stockholders, including contractors.
- Utilized project management techniques to drive the execution of initiatives from concept to implementation.
- Took part in stockholder meetings, engaging with contractors and stakeholders.
- Evaluated bid documents
- Ensured compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations and codes.
Education
Master of Technology (Mechatronics Engineering) -
National Institute of Technology Karnataka
07.2019
Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering) HONOURS -
University of Namibia, Namibia
10.2016
Skills
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Engineering Documentation
- Manufacturing Processes
- CAD software proficiency
- Cost Estimation
- Specification Writing
- Safety processes and procedures
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Sketches, specifications, and drawings
- Engineering
- Quality Assurance
- Forecasting
- Change Management
- Program Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Contractor Management
Affiliations
Engineering Council of Namibia, EN20086(TR)
Certification
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications, and my experience, and I am available to undertake the assignment in case of an award. Josia Hangula
Updated
04/2024
Capabilities
- AutoCAD, Excellent
- SolidWorks, Good
- MATLAB, Good
- SAP, Good
- SCADA, Good
- LabVIEW, Good
- MS Office, Good
- Modular (Mine Care System), Good
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/21/91
- Nationality: Namibian
- Driving License: Code B
Languages
- English, Excellent, Excellent, Excellent
- Oshiwambo, Excellent, Excellent, Good
- Afrikaans, Good, Good, Good
Publications
Conference Publication, Comparative study of the mechanical properties of medium carbon steel quenched in marula oil and SAE40 engine oil, 3rd Annual Science and research conference, 11/18/2015
References
- Mesag Mikka, Drills & Shovels Superintendent (Husab mine), Swakop Uranium, +264812958814
- Tuhafeni Hilukiluah, Mechanical Engineer (Inc. Eng.), V Fischer-Buder Consulting Engineers, +264812012270
Timeline
Senior Engineer: Mining Reliability
Swakop Uranium (Husab)
05.2022 - Current
Production and Maintenance Supervisor
Coca Cola Namibia Bottling Company
11.2020 - 04.2022
Engineer in Training ( Machine Specialist)
Coca Cola Namibia Bottling Company
02.2020 - 10.2020
Mechanical Engineer
Salini Namibia
01.2017 - 05.2017
Mechanical Design Engineer (Intern)
V Fischer Buder Consulting Engineers
05.2016 - 12.2016
Master of Technology (Mechatronics Engineering) -
National Institute of Technology Karnataka
Bachelor of Science (Mechanical Engineering) HONOURS -
University of Namibia, Namibia
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