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Pieter Strydom

Pieter Strydom

Swakopmund

Summary

I am an assertive and highly motivated individual who is always willing to take on new challenges and contribute to the success of the team. As a skilled Leader, I possess the necessary expertise to plan, assign, and direct work tasks with precision. I am a team-oriented professional who is committed to maintaining safe and clean job sites. I prioritize quality work and clear communication in all my endeavors and strive to exceed expectations. With over 25 years of experience as a Senior Supervisor, I am a trustworthy and dependable professional with exceptional coordination skills in managing personnel, materials, and equipment. I am decisive when it comes to responding to urgent issues and resolving problems, and I always ensure that project targets are delivered on time and within budget.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Expat Senior Mining Foreman in mining and Safety

EXPAT ICON Group
DRC Congo
01.2023
  • Trained locals on daily mining cycle
  • Also trained locals on safe work procedures in mining
  • Implemented a PTO system to track training.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
  • Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
  • Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.

Mining Foreman / Safety Officer

JNMC Bakubung
Bakubung
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Training Local Employees in all mining activities and Mine Health & Safety Activities
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
  • Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.

Senior Mining Supervisor

Sibanye Platinum operations
South Africa
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Trained development Crews on LHD loading, dump truck loading, drilling of shot holes, and charging up / timing and blasting activities
  • Belt installations/ extensions
  • Blasting of tip areas/ dams/ silos/ bulkheads
  • Supervised and monitored mining operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  • Developed and implemented plans for the safe production of ore including the selection of personnel, equipment, material handling, and maintenance.
  • Provided technical guidance on mining processes such as blasting, crushing, screening, ore sorting, and loading and unloading.
  • Coordinated daily activities of miners to ensure timely completion of work assignments.
  • Ensured that all staff adhered to company policies and procedures related to health and safety regulations.
  • Monitored stock levels in order to plan for future needs or address shortages in supplies.

Mining Senior Supervisor

Impala platinum Rustenburg Operations
Rustenburg
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Assisted in Training / Coaching Production Crews in ABC of (Mining Mugg and haul / loading / supporting / drilling / charging up / timing and blasting) activities
  • Daily Supervision in Mining activities.
  • Established work schedules, assigned tasks, and monitored staff productivity.
  • Assisted in recruiting qualified personnel for open positions.
  • Conducted regular departmental meetings with staff to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Trained new personnel on proper job functions and safety protocols.

Mining Senior Supervisor

Glencore Sa Operations
Magareng Shaft
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Assisted in Training / Coaching Production Crews in ABC of (Mining Mugg and haul / loading / supporting / drilling / charging up / timing and blasting) activities
  • Daily Supervision of Mining activities.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to a team of 250 employees.
  • Developed performance standards and evaluated employee performance against those standards.
  • Established work schedules, assigned tasks, and monitored staff productivity.
  • Assisted in recruiting qualified personnel for open positions.
  • Conducted regular departmental meetings with staff to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

Mine overseer/Site Manager

Lonmin Marikana operations
Marikana
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Did short-term, medium-term, and long-term Mine planning / Labor Planning and pre-planning with Junior Supervisors
  • Did weekly, monthly, and quarterly routine inspections of Mining activities, and implemented systems to better the flow of Safety and Production.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures by monitoring the work of employees.
  • Supervised staff in a variety of tasks to ensure efficient operations.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to maintain quality control standards.
  • Organized daily work schedules for staff, assigning duties and responsibilities accordingly.
  • Monitored production output to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of processes.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates on technical matters related to their job functions.
  • Reviewed reports and records for accuracy, completeness, conformance with established procedures, and other factors related to the job function.

Mining Safety Health and environmental officer

Lonmin Marikana operations
Marikana
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Monthly scrutiny meetings with the Senior Mine Manager on Planned versus achieved targets and systems implemented to cater for shortfalls and visible veld leadership audits done weekly to improve basic Safety in the Mining environment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce emissions and waste production, as well as increase energy efficiency.
  • Investigated complaints of environmental violations or damage.
  • Inspected industrial facilities for adherence to regulations and best practices in protecting the environment.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas of risk or potential harm to the environment.

Senior Mining Shift Supervisor

Lonmin Marikana operations
Marikana
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Did short-term, medium-term, and long-term Mine planning / Labor Planning and pre-planning with Junior Supervisors
  • Did weekly, monthly, and quarterly routine inspections in Mining activities, and implemented systems to better the flow of Safety and Production.
  • In control of all Mining Crews and oversee all daily production targets.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
  • Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
  • Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Assigned tasks to team members based on their strengths and skill sets.

Mining Supervisor

DE BEERS Cullinan
Cullinan
01.2002 - 01.2006
  • In charge of a multi skilled mining team
  • Specialist ring blaster in TMM environment
  • Long Hole drilling Rig licensed on Cullinan
  • Raisebore Drilling Emulsion Charging Rig licensed on Cullinan
  • Scissor Lift / UV licensed on Cullinan
  • CAT LHD licensed on Cullinan.

Safety Officer

RPM JCI Rustenburg
Rustenburg
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • In safety, I assisted Production Crews in zero harm, did routine safety audits to identify mining hazards, and implemented controls to minimize mining risk.
  • Assisted in all Legal requirements of a Safety Officer.
  • Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
  • Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.

Shift Supervisor

RPM JCI Rustenburg
Rustenburg
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Done main development/ mining, In TMM Operations
  • I assisted Production Crews in daily drilling, charging up, timing, and blasting activities and general safety in Mining.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.
  • Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow between shifts.
  • Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
  • Investigated accidents or incidents occurring during shift hours.

Learner Official in mining

RPM JCI Rustenburg
Rustenburg
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • This program introduced me to basic Mining Methods and procedures / to general safety/mining safety procedures / basic Rock Engineering / basic Mine Ventilation / basic mine survey / basic planning and executing of mining methods.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Education

Comsoc 1&2 - Safety

MASKILLS Learning Centre
Rustenburg
06-2024

Safety Management - Safety

MASKILLS Learning Centre
Rustenburg
06-2024

Learner Official - Mining

School Of Mines
RPM, Rustenburg
11-1997

Blasting Ticket S39526 - Mining

DMR
Rustenburg
06-1997

Shift Supervisor - Mining

Anglo Platinum
Rustenburg
04-1997

Safety Officer - Safety

Rustenburg Platinum Mine
Rustenburg
10-1996

High School Diploma -

High School Nababeep
Nababeep, Northern Cape
12-1994

Skills

  • Safety and Health and Environmental officer
  • Hard rock mining experience
  • I can train people on any drilling and blasting methods
  • Plan, Organize, Lead, and Control in any mining environment
  • Can do all risk assessments
  • Can Identify mining hazards and implement controls to minimize or eliminate them and assist in creating standards and procedures to implement these controls
  • I can adjust easily to a harsh mining environment
  • Good understanding of rock engineering
  • Good understanding of a mine’s ventilation layouts
  • Specialized in ring blasting Main development
  • Dover Test passed Cullinan EDD Blasting System
  • Can Operate most TMM underground vehicles and can assist in general fault finding on TMM
  • Construction management
  • Crew Scheduling
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Crew Leadership
  • Site Inspection
  • Job Planning
  • Workplace Safety
  • Materials Management
  • Job site management
  • Project Leadership
  • Project Planning
  • Employee Training
  • Daily Reporting
  • Effective Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Cost Estimation
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Operations supervision
  • Worksite safety
  • Task Delegation
  • Quality Control
  • Project deadlines
  • Contract Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Dedicated Work Ethic
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Safety policies and procedures
  • Attention to Detail

Legal Competency

  • Gr12-1994
  • Valid Blasting Ticket S39526(1997) for underground mines (scheduled mines)
  • 1995-1997 Complete Learner Official Program-Mining School RPM
  • Valid First Aid Ticket NQF level 1 and 2 Computer Literate
  • Shift Boss / shift supervisor Ticket obtained by Anglo American
  • Safety Officers Certificate obtained by Anglo American
  • Valid Driver's license Code EB (08) Valid Passport
  • Fully Vaccinated
  • Yellow fever Vaccination

Accomplishments

I served as a Project Manager for a large European company, overseeing their research and feasibility study on mining projects in the Middle East. I traveled extensively to conduct audits for the study.

Current

UNEMPLOYED

Availability

Immediately available

Personal Information

  • Dependents: 5
  • Health Status: Excellent
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Married

School

High School NC SA

Criminal Offence

None

Hobbies and Interests

  • Fishing
  • Nature
  • Braai / Cooking

Affiliations

I enjoy fishing and watching rugby. I also have a deep appreciation for nature and love to cook.

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

  • Sybrand Smith, Mine Overseer, +27782574684
  • Hennie Swanepoel, +27718913539
  • Jaques Van Wyngaard, Project Manager, +27715039824

Timeline

Expat Senior Mining Foreman in mining and Safety

EXPAT ICON Group
01.2023

Mining Foreman / Safety Officer

JNMC Bakubung
01.2021 - 01.2023

Senior Mining Supervisor

Sibanye Platinum operations
01.2018 - 01.2021

Mining Senior Supervisor

Impala platinum Rustenburg Operations
01.2014 - 01.2018

Mining Senior Supervisor

Glencore Sa Operations
01.2012 - 01.2014

Mine overseer/Site Manager

Lonmin Marikana operations
01.2010 - 01.2011

Mining Safety Health and environmental officer

Lonmin Marikana operations
01.2008 - 01.2010

Senior Mining Shift Supervisor

Lonmin Marikana operations
01.2007 - 01.2008

Mining Supervisor

DE BEERS Cullinan
01.2002 - 01.2006

Safety Officer

RPM JCI Rustenburg
01.2000 - 01.2002

Shift Supervisor

RPM JCI Rustenburg
01.1997 - 01.1999

Learner Official in mining

RPM JCI Rustenburg
01.1995 - 01.1997

Comsoc 1&2 - Safety

MASKILLS Learning Centre

Safety Management - Safety

MASKILLS Learning Centre

Learner Official - Mining

School Of Mines

Blasting Ticket S39526 - Mining

DMR

Shift Supervisor - Mining

Anglo Platinum

Safety Officer - Safety

Rustenburg Platinum Mine

High School Diploma -

High School Nababeep

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