Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
Supplementary Courses
References
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Lobiya Dlamini

Lobiya Dlamini

Factory Optimisation Manager
Big Bend,Lubombo

Summary

Dynamic management professional with a proven track record of leading teams to achieve exceptional results. Expertise in fostering collaboration, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving measurable outcomes through strategic planning and process improvement. Committed to cultivating a culture of accountability and excellence while demonstrating adaptability to meet evolving organizational demands. Recognized for navigating challenges and delivering innovative solutions that align with business objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Optimisation Manager

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
01.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
04.2022 - 01.2024

Process & Recoveries Engineer (Optimisation)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
04.2020 - 03.2022

Assistant Production Manager (Rawhouse)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
01.2019 - 03.2020

Assistant Production Manager (Refinery)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
06.2016 - 01.2019

Engineer-In-Training (Chemical)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
05.2012 - 05.2016

Technical Engineer

The Fridge Factory Swaziland, Matsapha
09.2011 - 04.2012

Research work

Water Utilisation Division, University of Pretoria
11.2008 - 01.2009

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical

University of Pretoria
01.2010

HIGCSE Certificate - undefined

Setsembiso Sebunye High School
Mbabane
01.2005

IGCSE Certificate - undefined

Setsembiso Sebunye High School
Mbabane
01.2004

Skills

Compliance & Quality: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Compliance, Food Safety Management System, Risk Management Frameworks, Regulatory Standards Understanding

Accomplishments

  • International Exchange Program (IEP) at Bury St Edmunds British Sugar, United Kingdom, 2020.
  • Co-Author: Feasibility of Electricity Generation Using A Microbial Fuel Cell – Optimisation Of Internal Processes, WISA 2010 Biennial Conference & Exhibition, 2010.
  • Top chemistry student, Setsembiso Sebunye High school, Mbabane, Swaziland, 2003.

Affiliations

  • Ubombo Technical College – U-Tech College Council Member
  • Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) – Registered as a Candidate Engineer

Timeline

Optimisation Manager

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
01.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
04.2022 - 01.2024

Process & Recoveries Engineer (Optimisation)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
04.2020 - 03.2022

Assistant Production Manager (Rawhouse)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
01.2019 - 03.2020

Assistant Production Manager (Refinery)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
06.2016 - 01.2019

Engineer-In-Training (Chemical)

Illovo Sugar limited, Ubombo Sugar Mill
05.2012 - 05.2016

Technical Engineer

The Fridge Factory Swaziland, Matsapha
09.2011 - 04.2012

Research work

Water Utilisation Division, University of Pretoria
11.2008 - 01.2009

HIGCSE Certificate - undefined

Setsembiso Sebunye High School

IGCSE Certificate - undefined

Setsembiso Sebunye High School

Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical

University of Pretoria

Supplementary Courses

  • Senior Manager Development Program (SMDP), Illovo Head Office, Durban, January 2025(
  • Green Belt training (Continuous Improvement) – CCI Growth-Con, May 2019.
  • Food Safety Internal Auditing SANS 19011:2012 – LSQ Consulting, November 2016.
  • Implementation of ISO 22000:2005 – LSQ Consulting, November 2016.
  • Boiler Awareness and Appreciation Course, Actom John Thompson, 30 August 2015.
  • Ten Week Course in Sugar Engineering, Sugar Milling Research Institute, Durban February 2014 – April 2014.
  • Introduction to Maintenance Engineering, Illovo Head Office, Durban, August 2014.
  • Accounting and financial management for non-Finance managers, REDI consulting. and training, January 2014.
  • Handling Discipline in The Workplace, Robinson Betram, January 2014.
  • Yellow Belt (Continuous Improvement) – CCI Growth-Con, May 2013.
  • Project Management, SIVEST, Illovo Head Office, Durban, November 2012 - March 2013.

References

  • Barry, Muirhead, Factory Head - Manufacturing, bmuirhead@illovo.co.za, +268 2636 8220, Ubombo Sugar Limited, Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Lungile, Nxumalo, Business Improvement Head, lunxumalo@illovo.co.za, +268 2636 8294, Ubombo Sugar Limited, Big Bend, Swaziland
  • Evans, Chirwa, Associate Professor, evans.chirwa@up.ac.za, +27 12 420 5894, University of Pretoria, Water Utilisation Engineering
  • Gugu, Nxumalo, Human Resources Manager, gugun@palfridge.com, +286 7605 4017, The Fridge Factory, Matsapha, Swaziland
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