Brenda Rikhotso

Experience

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  AEL Mining Services

  Apr 2013 - Mar 2014

  Technical Officer

  Technical and quality data and reporting.Ensure continuous improvement and cost reduction within all the key process routes identified.Provide specialist quality support and advisory.Conduct trials and investigation of inputs originating from alternative sources of supply as required by the new product introduction process as well as for technical problem resolutions.Conduct investigations into recovery opportunities of non-conforming materials and make recommendations.Conduct quality audits to identify system gaps and recommend improvements.Implement new documentation to meet quality standards.Cost reduction. Show less

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  Smokey Hill Platinum Mine

  May 2015 - Apr 2016

  Graduate Metallurgist

  Data analysis.Oversee sampling.Process control and operation.Project and process optimization.

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  Steelpoort Sylvania Metals

  May 2016 - Mar 2017

  Graduate Metallurgist

  Oversee metal accounting and compile weekly reports.Control room monitoring and troubleshooting.Reagents control and area management.Process parameters monitoring, calibration and optimization.Train Operators.Establish procedures.Stockpile management of chrome yield projects.Manage PGM Recovery and efficiency projects.SHEQ management.Oversee sampling.

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  Sylvania Metals (PTY) LTD

  Apr 2017 - Sept 2017

  Junior Metallurgist

  Metal accounting and compile weekly reports.Control room monitoring and troubleshooting.Reagents control and reagents area management.Process parameters monitoring.Train Operators.SHEQ management.Conduct technical presentations and reporting.Liaise with management and Foreman and assist with breakdowns.Provide and implement production recipes.Achievements:Dropped Cr:Pt ratio.Improved plant recovery.Implemented metallurgical procedures.Optimized column performance.Optimized consumables costs. Show less

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  Black Chrome Mine

  Oct 2017 - Jul 2021

  Process Engineer ( Mineral Processing Specialist)

  Metal accounting and reporting.Train Operators.SHEQ and logistic management.Liaise with management and Foreman as well as assist with breakdowns.Oversee internal supply chain and quality control.Product reconciliation and surveying.Gravity concentrator plant commissioning.Improve dry screening efficiency and yield and optimize overall performance.Implement metallurgical procedures.Cone crusher commissioning.Draft and implement plant operation procedures.Implement quality control matrix.Manage all metallurgical processes, prepare charts and graphs and prepare appropriate reports for all investigations.Provide support to all projects and develop appropriate materials and ensure efficient and smooth operations.Perform tests on fixed equipment and provide support to all inspection and reliability groups.Analyze all fixed equipment, perform failure analysis and prepare appropriate reports.Manage all work, prepare appropriate codes and classify various materials.Analyze all data and prepare reports for all results.Perform tests on all components and ensure prevention of rust and maintain cleanliness of all equipment.Coordinate with staff members and resolve all technical problems.Provide support for all backup operations and resolve all issues on the same.Ensure compliance to all environment safety requirements and operating guidelines. Show less

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  Freelance

  Aug 2021 - Jul 2023

  Professional Development

  Upskilled in Python and web development through comprehensive online coursesDeveloped foundational programming skills via self-study and practical projectsCompleted certifications in:Early Child Development, enhancing understanding of child learning patterns and educational designTeaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), improving communication skills and cultural adaptabilitySuccessfully balanced personal responsibilities while transitioning into software development and applying new skills to build Itus Corner, an early child development app Show less

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  Alx_africa

  Aug 2023 - now

  Software Engineering Program

  Engaging in an intensive software engineering program, focusing on full-stack development.Developing proficiency in C, Python, JavaScript, and web technologies.Collaborating on team projects using Version control systems and building a portfolio of web applications.Write comprehensive test cases to resolve software issues.Gaining hands-on experience with DevOps practices and system administration.Define structured solutions to meet technical and operational requirements of a systems. Show less