Gideon A.J Van Der Walt

Experience

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  Food Lover's Market Holdings

  Feb 2012 - Jun 2013

  Junior Buyer
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  Panacea Mobile

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Connectivity and Procurement Manager
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  DRA Global

  Feb 2014 - Oct 2018

  • Systems Developer

    Jun 2017 - Oct 2018

  • Financial Control and ECIC Coordinator

    Sept 2014 - Jun 2017

  • Procurement and Logistics Coordinator

    Feb 2014 - Sept 2014
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  Minopex

  Oct 2018 - now

  • Lead the development, maintenance, and optimization of software systems supporting the operational needs of mineral processing plants.• Design and implement data models, BI reporting solutions, and analytical tools to drive operational efficiency and decision-making.• Develop custom applications using C#, JavaScript, Vue.js, and Microsoft SQL to meet operational requirements.• Extract real-time data from PLCs via OPC interfaces, integrating control layer data with operational systems across level 1,2,3,4• Integrate data across silos and between systems, ensuring seamless data flow and operational cohesion.• Engage with diverse stakeholders to gather requirements, drive improvements, and standardize processes across operations.• Manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.• Developed and implemented a contracts management system for vendor registration and onboarding, integrating with financial and supplier systems.• Lead change management initiatives and business process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align software solutions with plant operations. Show less

  • Lead Software Development and Systems

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Acting ICT And Systems Manager

    Sept 2024 - Nov 2024

  • Senior Systems Developer

    Jul 2022 - Sept 2024

  • Systems Developer

    Oct 2018 - Aug 2022