Karabo Nthethe

Experience

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  Sasol

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2001

  Assistant process engineer
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  ERWAT

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2010

  Process Designer

  1. Client's process lead engineer in wastewater treatment capacity-upgrading and sludge management projects 2. Hydraulic and Process design of wastewater treatment plant unit processes3. A full technical feasibility and costing study to develop a multi-year CAPEX budget for capacity upgrading and process improvements of 19 the wastewater treatment plants 4. Collaborated in the research and development of new innovative Rhodes BioSURE downstream processes for treatment of acid mine drainage using sludge from the wastewater treatment plant 5. Secured 70% pass for a design project in wastewater treatment and 50% for a design project in water treatment in a Masters of Engineering (M.Eng) program. Show less

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  K'Enyuka

  Jan 2010 - Nov 2012

  Process engineer-water treatment

  1. Prepared a business development plan and market assessment 2. Prepared and presented proposals3. Development of engineering work packages including mass balances, PFDs, P&IDs, Design Criteria Documents

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  ERWAT

  Nov 2012 - Oct 2021

  Senior Engineering Manager: Process Engineering

  Managing seasoned water and wastewater treatment process engineers and environmentalist

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  Ekurhuleni Water Care Company (ERWAT)

  Feb 2021 - Oct 2021

  Interim Head of Department (HoD) :Infrastructure Planning and Projects (IPAP)

  Managing a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers and environmentalists. Responsible for multi millions Capex infrastructure upgrading and asset replacement programmes planning and execution.

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  ERWAT

  Oct 2021 - Nov 2022

  Senior Engineering Manager : Process Engineering

  Managing a team of seasoned water treatment process engineers and enviromentalists

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  WATEN Process Engineering (Pty)

  Nov 2022 - now

  Founder/Managing Director

  As the founder of WATEN Process Engineering (Pty)(Ltd), I lead a dedicated team addressing the critical challenge of managing water resources in industries and businesses. Our mission is to help organizations utilize potable water efficiently while responsibly treating and reusing effluent that would otherwise harm the natural environment.With a focus on process engineering, our expertise lies in creating sustainable water and wastewater treatment solutions. We work closely with clients, integral to their engineering teams, to tackle compliance issues, make informed technology selections, and seamlessly implement effective solutions.We aim to ensure businesses operate responsibly and sustainably, contributing to a healthier environment and a brighter future. Show less

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  WATEN-WATER AND ENERGY TECHNICAL CONTENT WRITING SERVICES

  Nov 2022 - now

  Founder/Managing Director

  As the founder of WATEN - Technical Writing Services (Pty)(Ltd), I am proud to lead a dynamic team that harmonizes marketing and engineering in the Water and Wastewater Treatment Solutions domain. Our focus is to facilitate Manufacturers' and suppliers' endeavors to promote their solutions while also addressing the needs of Engineers, Technical Managers, and Operators who seek valuable articles and technical whitepapers to solve industry-specific challenges.We aim to collaborate closely with solutions providers, delivering top-tier thought leadership content. This content, enriched with strategically placed SEO keywords, bolsters brand visibility among their esteemed technical clientele.I am passionate about empowering businesses in the Water and Wastewater Treatment Industry to establish meaningful connections with their audience, foster industry expertise, and drive impactful engagement. Show less