ALINAFE SEKANI
Ashford,Kent
Summary
Hardworking professional with strength and energy to handle demanding work. Dedicated Supervisor with track record of success ensuring productivity within demanding service environment. Strong team leader effective at meeting deadlines and ensuring highest standards of organisation. Implements methodical and thorough approach to leadership. Energetic Supervisor within depth knowledge of productivity strategies and ability to control expenses to deliver projects within budget. Highly committed professional with a track record of reducing operating costs with maximum productivity.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Machine operator
Sunmagic Juices
Headcorn, Kent
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the coordination and execution of machine projects, supporting project managers in various aspects of project planning and implementation.
- Prepared project documentation, including schedules, budgets, progress reports, and risk assessments.
- Coordinated project meetings, workshops, and training sessions, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Facilitated the resolution of project-related issues and conflicts, working closely with stakeholders to reach mutually beneficial solutions.
- Conducted research and analysis to support decision-making processes and optimize project outcomes.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of project management best practices, tools, and methodologies.
- Managed inventory of machine parts, ensuring timely replacements.
Machine Operator
Writing on the wall
Johannesburg, South Africa
05.2018 - 02.2024
- Proficient in operating a variety of machinery, including zundi machinery.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures related to machine operation.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly address equipment malfunctions.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining high-quality standards.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Basic mechanical knowledge for routine maintenance tasks.
Team Leader, Driver
Thuso Group Exhibition
Johannesburg
02.2004 - 04.2018
- Carried out complex manoeuvres in busy, high-pressure environments.
- Avoided road congestion by taking alternative routes where possible.
- Reworked staff assignments and workflows to meet production targets.
- Called out ready-to-go orders, checking customers' receipts to minimise errors.
- Managed product tests to verify functionality and quality.
- Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and coaching.
- Championed process and procedural reviews to cut production costs.
- Adaptability to change and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes.
Bank Clerk
Commercial Bank of Malawi
Blantyre
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Coordinated and controlled all production processes, ensuring products were delivered on time and within budget.
- Set clear budget targets and established successful controls to control expenditure.
- Established plans governing production policies, daily operations and long-term planning.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Led regular meetings, events and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
- Collated and assessed data to reduce resource wastage and redundant operations.
- Implemented staff training and development to improve team expertise and performance.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints.
Education
Diploma - Advanced Project Management
Damelin College
Certificate - Project Management
Damelin College
O Level - O level
Makande MCDE
Malawi 10.1988 - 06.1992
Health and Safety - Construction
Crystal & Co
London 02.2025 - 02.2025
Skills
- Health and safety
- Picking
- Quality standards
- Accounting
- Manual handling
- Client retention
- Business Administration
- Process improvements
- Negotiation
- Packing
- Sales and marketing
- Labelling
- Merchandise
- Selling
- Driving License
- Process data
- Driving (10 tonnes)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Machine operator
Sunmagic Juices
03.2025 - Current
Health and Safety - Construction
Crystal & Co
02.2025 - 02.2025
Machine Operator
Writing on the wall
05.2018 - 02.2024
Team Leader, Driver
Thuso Group Exhibition
02.2004 - 04.2018
Bank Clerk
Commercial Bank of Malawi
01.1999 - 01.2004
O Level - O level
Makande MCDE
10.1988 - 06.1992
Diploma - Advanced Project Management
Damelin College
Certificate - Project Management
Damelin College
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