Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Hobbies
Timeline
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Sonnie Rousseau

Sonnie Rousseau

Langebaan,South Africa

Summary

Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
15
15
Certification

Work History

Director of Operations

Remac Midlands Ltd
Coalville , England
06.2015 - Current

I'm the hands-on Company Director of a small engineering firm specializing in asphalt industry services. My role is a dynamic mix of leadership, technical expertise, and on-site involvement. I set the company's direction, ensure projects meet industry standards, and maintain strong client relationships. My constant presence at job sites allows me to lead by example, tackle challenges, and nurture a collaborative team environment. I'm dedicated to quality, innovation, and adapting our strategy to industry trends, all of which contribute to our company's success and reputation.

Freelance Close Protection

Freelance
London, England
08.2019 - Current

Personal Close Protection Service to high profile sports personalities.

Thailand, Saudi and London.

Director of Operations

Deep Catch Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe
02.2008 - 10.2014

Led a team dedicated to the import and distribution of frozen foods.

Created POS in informal Africa.

Designed and managed off grid cold chain from Ship to Shop.

Operations Manager

Drummond Chickens
Norton , Zimbabwe
08.2004 - 08.2007

Managed cold chain and distribution of Fresh and frozen chicken.

Managed vehicle fleet and cold chain hardware.

Mobile Service Engineer

J Powney Services
Coalville , England
01.1999 - 08.2003

Mobile engineer specialised in maintaining and repairing static and mobile asphalt production plant.

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Vehicle Mechanic

Zimtow Landrover
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.1993 - 01.1999

Landrover technician.

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Garian Agri Services
Banket, Zimbabwe
01.1993 - 01.1996

Specialists in John Deer tractors and Case combine harvester.

Education

GCSEs -

Watershed Agricultural College
Marondera, Zimbabwe
1992

Skills


  • Project Management
  • Mechanical reporting
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Fabrication
  • Complex problem solver
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Welding
  • Risk assessment
  • Eligible for security clearance
  • Strong decision maker

Accomplishments

Built a successful engineering Company with an outstanding track record.

Certification

  • Ronin Close Protection.
  • Hostile Environment
  • FREC 3 Medic.
  • SPA (MPQC) Passport.
  • IPAF.
  • WELDING SKILLS (Electric Arc Welding)
  • WELDING SKILLS ( Oxy-acetylene Gas Welding and Safety.
  • Confined Space.
  • Wheeled Loeader.
  • Working at Height.
  • Safety Harness.
  • Lift Truck operator.
  • Slinger Banks-man.
  • Health and Safety Awareness.
  • Lift Supervisor.

Hobbies

Private pilot (ppl).

Free diving.

Motorcycles.

Fishing.

Outdoorsman.

Cycling.

Timeline

Freelance Close Protection

Freelance
08.2019 - Current

Director of Operations

Remac Midlands Ltd
06.2015 - Current

Director of Operations

Deep Catch Zimbabwe
02.2008 - 10.2014

Operations Manager

Drummond Chickens
08.2004 - 08.2007

Mobile Service Engineer

J Powney Services
01.1999 - 08.2003

Vehicle Mechanic

Zimtow Landrover
01.1993 - 01.1999

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Garian Agri Services
01.1993 - 01.1996

GCSEs -

Watershed Agricultural College
Sonnie Rousseau