Project Management

Over the years, the projects with which Tony has been involved include:

· Multi-discipline construction projects in mining beneficiation & related industries (such as ferro-alloy furnaces, crushing & screening plants and the like); maize silos & food processing plants; and engineering & manufacturing plants;

· Manufacturing plant turn-around projects, where the business was either under performing in terms of its potential, or was losing money, or both;

· IT software development projects.

As a result he has developed the following Key Skills Areas:

Project Management:

Identify and isolate the real issue and develop an innovative and cost effective solution, be it a technical, contractual or a project management related matter;
Conceptualise and develop project flow diagrams and/or layouts as appropriate;
Develop and implement an overall plus a detailed project plan and scope specification;
Develop and manage a detailed project budget;
Prepare tender enquiry documents, both technical & contractual, and issue, adjudicate & negotiate the final details as necessary;
Logically implement a project with attention to detail and focus on key project deadlines;
Motivate and lead the project team to achieve the project deadlines;
Liase & negotiate with the Client on all aspects of projects assigned;
Multi-skilled: although trained as an electrical engineer have a broad grasp and experience of other engineering and technical disciplines;
Manage several projects simultaneously.

Production Management:

Design and implement SABS/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems, incorporating OSH Act compliance if required;
Design and implement appropriate production planning and control systems;
Staff relations and the implementation of appropriate wage structures;
Productivity improvements as a result of the implementation of the above.