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Agri Technovation South AfricaHead of Digital Technology
May. 2023Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaAs the Head of Digital Technology, I bring a dynamic blend of skills and experience encompassing the offices of Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), Software Engineering Manager (SEM), and Chief Data Officer (CDO) roles. In my portfolio I am primarily responsible for the strategic development and operational delivery of the innovative MyFarmWeb platform and Picklogger technologies. Additionally, I oversee all other aspects of Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS) to ensure operational excellence, optimise existing processes, and drive the application of innovative solutions for long-term sustainability.
Agri Technovation South AfricaHead: MyFarmWeb and Services
May. 2019 - May. 2023Wellington, South Africa
Agri Technovation South AfricaHead: Geomatics and IT
Nov. 2018 - May. 2019Wellington, South AfricaMain responsibilities include, but not limited to: Drive and facilitate the product and technology innovation of MyFarmWeb and MyFarmApp digital platforms by coordinating the functions of the IT, Development and GIS teams.
Strategic Direction: Lead the review, development and implementation of an Operational Technology. Strategy leveraging of precision data, IoT, Big Data and contemporary technologies to achieve company goals and industry leadership.
Develop strategic plans and implement operational plans to provide information technology infrastructure to support digital platforms and business goals.
Infrastructure management: oversee data, security, maintenance and network capabilities.
Driving internal business process and work flow optimisation.
Line management of the IT, Development and GIS teams Measurement of team efficiencies and ROI
Automating manual processes through the use of technology. Maintaining links with experts and key stakeholders
Grand Parade Investments LimitedInnovation Officer
Aug. 2017 - Oct. 2018Cape Town Area, South AfricaMain Responsibilities: *Mac Brothers Catering Equipment/ Sabenza Manufacturing
-New Product Development -New Business Development -Operational Efficiency -Research & Development -Technology Integration (ERP Solutions, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Technology)
- ISO 9001 implementation
- Organisational Structure
- Strategy - Strategy Execution *Grand Foods Meat Plant (GFMP)
-New Business Development -Operational Efficiency -Technology Integration (ERP Solutions, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Technology)
-Financial Viability -Support to Burger King SA Grand Foods Bakery
-Operational Efficiency -Engineering Infrastructure Implementation -Technology Integration (ERP Solutions, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Technology)
DroneAnalitixManaging Director
Jun. 2017 - Feb. 2022Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaDroneAnalitix is a drone surveying company that focusses on the enhancing the engineering surveying practice using drone technology. The aim is to enhance safety in the workplace and dramatically reduce the cost of surveying in complex and dangerous work environments.
Mac Brothers Catering EquipmentFactory Design and Development Manager
Feb. 2011 - Jul. 2017Cape Town Area, South AfricaERP Implementation – Project and Change Management Lead (Sage X3) • Implementation
• Change Management • Value seeking (ROI)
• System Maintenance
Research and Development Manager • Development of new and innovative products according to customer demands
• Projects lead and manager • Setting target dates set
• Provide Engineering input and guidance to Team • Product Pricing and Costing
• Ensure product compliance and certification
Plant Maintenance and Engineering • All the factory equipment correctly maintained
• Planned and predictive maintenance principles
• Seek new and innovative technologies in plant and machinery. Engineering office management
• System implementation and integration
• Drive BOM accuracy
• Automated office functions for speedy delivery
Manage Factory Operations • Oversee Purchasing processes and procedures
• Ensure accurate stock levels
• Manage Factory Direct customer relationships • Factory Master Scheduling • Ensure proper Health and Safety Practises
• Develop and drive staff training and development
Rotek Engineering Company LimitedSerivce Engineer
May. 2010 - Jan. 2011Koeberg Power StationTurbine Maintenance and Power Generation Principles
Nuclear Compliance Corporate Reporting Service Engineering
Toyota SAPrincipal Engineer
Jan. 2008 - Apr. 2010Durban Area, South AfricaLean Manufacturing
Pokayoke (“Fail Safe”) Systems
Advanced Fastener Tool Experience
Toyota Business Practices
Production Line Control
ISO 9001
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