Ntombizile Vuke
Montclair
Summary
Ambitious operations supervisor with extensive experience in landside and vessel operations. Proven track record in optimizing team performance and enhancing operational workflows, resulting in significant cost reductions and improved profitability. Strong decision-making and communication skills foster collaboration across departments, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and operational efficiency. Committed to continuous personal development and contributing to strategic planning for successful project execution. Dedicated professional with expertise in time management and conflict resolution. Cultivates strong team dynamics while ensuring adherence to safety procedures and regulations. Committed to continuous personal development and fostering a culture of service excellence. Results-driven leader with a proven ability to optimise team performance and operational workflows. Demonstrates strong decision-making and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across departments. Aims to contribute to strategic planning and successful project execution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Supervisor (DCT PIER 2)
11.2021 - Current
- Receive roster of employees and list of equipment at the start of shift.
- Confirm attendance of all employees.
- Prepare shift Indaba on the topic for discussion for the shift.
- Confirm handover from previous shift, challenges experienced and work to be performed.
- Double check loading and offloading worksheet and confirm with Planning.
- Chairing of shift Indaba
- Allocation of manpower and equipment.
- Monitor loading and unloading of cargo.
- Ensure all employees are wearing required PPE.
- Escalate challenges beyond control.
- Monitor employee's performance and coach them for any improvements.
- Report hourly scores to Ops Coordinator.
- Ensures policies are implemented and adhered to and ensure Safety League targets are achieved.
- Conduct incident investigations after an incident and attend incident meetings.
- Liaise with Ships Agents to ensure their needs are met.
Acting Operations Supervisor (DCT PIER 2)
10.2015 - 10.2021
- Receive roster of employees and list of equipment at the start of shift.
- Confirm attendance of all employees.
- Prepare shift Indaba on the topic for discussion for the shift.
- Confirm handover from previous shift, challenges experienced and work to be performed.
- Double check loading and offloading worksheet and confirm with Planning.
- Chairing of shift Indaba
- Allocation of manpower and equipment.
- Monitor loading and unloading of cargo.
- Ensure all employees are wearing required PPE.
- Escalate challenges beyond control.
- Monitor employee's performance and coach them for any improvements.
Operator Lifting Equipment (OLE)
09.2014 - 01.2021
- To operate the Straddle Carrier in compliance with standard operating procedures
- To perform daily task as specified per equipment
- To handle containers in line with daily operational requirements
- To complete logbook as well record equipment defects
- To maintain radio communication
- To monitor equipment performance during operation to establish defects
- To report incidents/ accidents
- To report daily operational occurrences
- Adhere to terminal safety policies and procedures
- Operation of safety equipment when required (fire extinguisher)
Driver in Charge (Acting DIC) Multi-Purpose Terminal (Point)
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Responsible for booking drivers
- Responsible for updating drivers' timesheets
- SAP- Creating job card notification numbers
- Liase with agents for hired drivers
- Responsible for recording two hourly checks in the terminal
- Provide the HR Planner with 24 Hourly Resources
- Liase with technical department for machinery breakdowns
- Liaison and engagement of all relevant parties during an incident
Driver >15 Ton (Forklift)
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Loading and unloading goods from trailers using forklift trucks and other material handling equipment.
- Driving through tight spaces, moving cargo, and making sure the whole operation is safely and efficiently.
- Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility.
- Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions.
- Checking loads are secure.
- Stacking empty pallets and moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility.
- Performing daily equipment checks such as refuelling the forklift.
- Move and load hazardous wastes under direction of supervisor.
- Follow company standards and legal regulations to ensure safe and positive work atmosphere.
- Maintain forklift equipment's by recharging, cleaning, oiling, refuelling and other necessary actions, and record all information on log sheet.
- Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards.
- Use radio frequency equipment as required.
Education
People Management & Supervisory Skills Masterclass - Concept of Leadership, Difference between Leadership & Management, Leadership Techniques to Individuals & Teams, Performance Management
Finance & Asset Management Consultants (FAMC)
01.2023
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management - Project Resource and Procurement, Business Project Quality Management, Project Applied Technology, Project Scope and Scheduling, Project Financial Management, Advanced Project Management (Project Management), Project Risk Management, Project Stakeholder and Communication Management
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
01.2022
Advanced Diploma in Business Management - Advanced Management Principles, Business Finance, Microeconomics, Statistical Techniques in Business, Information Management, Ethical Business Management, Operations Management in Supply Chain
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
01.2020
End-User Computer Training - Ms Excel 2016 2, 3 & 4, Ms Excel 2016 Dashboard
Isisekelo Training Solutions
01.2020
Supervisory Development Programme (CSDP) - Overview of the Organisation, the Shipping Industry, Personal Mastery, Supervisory Skills, Roles and Responsibilities, Safety at the Terminal, Measuring Performance
Maritime School of Excellence
01.2019
Diploma in Transportation Management - Contract Management, Industrial Relations, Marketing Management, Road Transport Legislation, Strategic Management, Project Management, Transport Economics, Transport Operations Planning, Road Freight Transport, Transport Planning, Logistic Management, Transportation and Warehousing
University of Johannesburg
01.2016
Certificate in Business Administration Services NQF Level 4 - Work and Career Orientation, Business Communication and Business Writing, Mathematical Literacy, Business Administration, Finance for Office Administration, Customer Care
Imsimbi Training
01.2015
Matric - Maths, Physics, Biology, English, Xhosa and Agricultural Science
St Cuthberths High School
01.1998
Skills
- Time management
- Port operations
- Safety procedure
- Functions of Shipping agents
- Stevedores
- Department of Customs
- Health and Immigration
- Relevant legislation (BCEA, Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, National Port Authority requirements, OHS Act)
- Communication skills
- Office administration
- Service excellence
- Fire Fighting training
- Forklift Licence
- Conflict Resolution
- Telephonic skills
- Computing Skills (Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Flexible and Trustworthy
- SAP knowledge
- Team player
- Decision Making
- Leadership and Supervision
- Manage Oneself
- People
- Time
- Things
- Reason and Problem Solve
- Perceive and Visualize
- Controlling and Organising
References
- Mr L. Manci, Operations Manager, 0313613738, lungisani.manci@transnet.net
- Miss S. Khathide, Operations Manager, 0313616362, simangele.khathide@transnet.net, 0605644942
- Miss N. Nala, Operations Coordinator, 0313616936, nolwazi.nala@transnet.net, 0636463136
- Mr S. Nyembe, Operations Manager, 0313616362, simphiwe.nyembe@transnet.net, 0718824554
- Imsimbi Training, 0116782443, julius@Imsimbi.co.za, 0116780358, 5688, www.imsimbi.co.za
- Angelique Miller (Trainer), 0313612075, Angelique.miller@transnet.net, 0626859684
- Russel Gweshe (Facilitator), Finance & Asset Management (FAMC), 0623882738
Timeline
Operations Supervisor (DCT PIER 2)
11.2021 - Current
Acting Operations Supervisor (DCT PIER 2)
10.2015 - 10.2021
Operator Lifting Equipment (OLE)
09.2014 - 01.2021
Driver in Charge (Acting DIC) Multi-Purpose Terminal (Point)
01.2013 - 09.2014
Driver >15 Ton (Forklift)
03.2012 - 08.2014
People Management & Supervisory Skills Masterclass - Concept of Leadership, Difference between Leadership & Management, Leadership Techniques to Individuals & Teams, Performance Management
Finance & Asset Management Consultants (FAMC)
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management - Project Resource and Procurement, Business Project Quality Management, Project Applied Technology, Project Scope and Scheduling, Project Financial Management, Advanced Project Management (Project Management), Project Risk Management, Project Stakeholder and Communication Management
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
Advanced Diploma in Business Management - Advanced Management Principles, Business Finance, Microeconomics, Statistical Techniques in Business, Information Management, Ethical Business Management, Operations Management in Supply Chain
Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA)
End-User Computer Training - Ms Excel 2016 2, 3 & 4, Ms Excel 2016 Dashboard
Isisekelo Training Solutions
Supervisory Development Programme (CSDP) - Overview of the Organisation, the Shipping Industry, Personal Mastery, Supervisory Skills, Roles and Responsibilities, Safety at the Terminal, Measuring Performance
Maritime School of Excellence
Diploma in Transportation Management - Contract Management, Industrial Relations, Marketing Management, Road Transport Legislation, Strategic Management, Project Management, Transport Economics, Transport Operations Planning, Road Freight Transport, Transport Planning, Logistic Management, Transportation and Warehousing
University of Johannesburg
Certificate in Business Administration Services NQF Level 4 - Work and Career Orientation, Business Communication and Business Writing, Mathematical Literacy, Business Administration, Finance for Office Administration, Customer Care
Imsimbi Training
Matric - Maths, Physics, Biology, English, Xhosa and Agricultural Science
St Cuthberths High School