Hugo Pienaar

Experience

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  Transcape Transport Consultants

  Jan 2000 - Dec 2004

  Workshop Foreman

  Manage staff completing service and maintenance of all Scania series heavy vehicles and super link trailers and Taut linersStand-by service for break-downs - after hours and week-ends.Carry out all major component repairs in the workshop.Control all parts used (issued) and bought into the stores.Opening, costing and closing of Job CardsCheck that all oils, parts, hours en work done were correctly specified on eachJob Card before closing it

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  Scania Namibia

  Jan 2005 - Sept 2005

  Service Advisor / Mechanic

  Service and maintenance of all Scania series heavy vehiclesStand-by service for break-downs - after hours and week-endsGave training to apprentices and technicians regarding the Scania product andtechnical advice on heavy duty trucks in generalAS SERVICE ADVISOR:Made appointments directly with clients for maintenance and service schedules ontheir trucksOpening, costing and closing of Job CardsCheck that all oils, parts, hours en work done were correctly specified on eachJob Card before closing itPersonal reception of all clients and their vehicles Show less

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  Slabert Burger Transport (Namibia)

  Sept 2005 - Jul 2006

  Workshop Manager

  In charge of personnel consisting of:1 Workshop Receptionist3 Qualified Diesel Technicians1 Qualified Vehicle Electrician1 Qualified Panel beaters1 Parts Store man & 1 Store Picker35 Semi-qualified workshop and depot personnel5 Non schooled personnel65 Heavy Vehicle DriversI was responsible for the following:That all maintenance and fabricate specialized services to vehicles are donetimeously and correctly by the workshop personnelThe constant upgrading of the vehicles, renewing of COF's and controlling of theannual licensingTo make sure that the maintenance on the vehicles are done as quickly as possible I had to make sure that the stock levels in the Parts Store had to be checked on a daily basisControl of all parts that were bought, booked out on the Job Cards and on the requisitionsAll break-downs were monitored by me, assisting the fleet planners with information regarding break-downs, maintenance jobs and servicesControl of time sheets and overtime of the workshop personnelAll expenses of the workshop were controlled by me, including staying within the limits of the workshop budgetI had to make sure the tyres were being checked and managed correctly by the Contractor Show less

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  Scania South Africa

  Jul 2006 - Mar 2008

  Workshop Foreman / Service Advisor / Mechanic / Parts Counter Salesman

  RESPONSIBILITIES:AS SERVICE TECHNICIAN:Service and repairs to all Scania TrucksStand-by and after hours dutiesAS SERVICE ADVISOR:Workshop PlanningOpening of Job CardsCommunication directly with clientsControlling of breakdown technicians as well as in-house techniciansAS WORKSHOP FOREMANWorkshop PlanningControl fourteen qualified petrol & diesel technicians as well as seven apprenticesReported all major problems of vehicles directly to clientsControl of breakdown- and in-house techniciansResponsible that Depot is operating with the correct D.O.S (Dealer OperatingStandards)Assist in disciplinary hearings and formalize job descriptionsHandling of all queries regarding Workshop AdministrationFollow up of Job Cards (Wip)Full control of workshop over week-ends and after-hours Show less

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  Unitrans

  Apr 2008 - Jun 2012

  Managing the Fleet and Maintenance of a fleet of 270+ vehicles. Workshop Planning (Prioritise repairs).Compiling of budgets as per Unitrans guidelines. Staying within the set and accepted budget. All accident investigations from the accident scene to completion of the accident repairs if any. Maintain vehicles and CI's to customer expectations and Service level Agreement. Making sure that vehicle repairs and turnaround time is within set standards to secure the on time delivery agreement are met. Compile monthly reports for operations meetings & report back on improvements and or identified problems within the fleet and workshop structure. Managing all supplier related issues (Warranty & Service Levels). Sourcing and securing reliable suppliers and service levels on a daily basis and chair meetings with suppliers in order to secure reliable service and on-going improvements. Coordinate training on specialized equipment and tankers being used. Manage all HR requirements for staff employed at the workshop. Recharging all costs related to other contract’s maintenance to the relevant contracts. Assist in the procurement and specifications of new vehicles. Compiling and Issue VAC’s (Vehicle Accepting Certificates) for all new vehicles. Use CS3 Management system for all transactions and retracting information for compiling reports. Manage all tyre related issues and incidents. Upgrading of older fleet to set standards. Been appointed as a Section 16 (2) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993) to ensure compliance with the Act. Comply with quarter yearly Safety Audits by internal and external auditors. Show less Workshop PlanningControl two qualified diesel technicians as well as 5 semi skilled labourersThat all maintenance and fabricate specialized services to vehicles are doneTimorously and correctly by the workshop personnel and suppliers.The constant upgrading of the vehicles, renewing of COF's and controlling of theannual licensingTo make sure that the maintenance on the vehicles are done as quickly as possible I had to make sure that the stock levels in the Parts Store had to be checked on a daily basisControl of all parts that were bought, booked out on the Job Cards and on the requisitionsAll break-downs were monitored by me, assisting the fleet planners with information regarding break-downs, maintenance jobs and servicesControl of time sheets and overtime of the workshop personnelAll expenses of the workshop were controlled by me, including staying within the limits of the workshop budgetI had to make sure the tires were being checked and managed correctly by the contracted company.Worked on the Gautrain Project Show less

  • Workshop Manager

    Sept 2009 - Jun 2012

  • Workshop Foreman

    Apr 2008 - Sept 2009
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  Automotive Management Services

  Oct 2012 - May 2013

  Site Operations Manager

  Manages and controls the daily operations of the relevant Workshops/Sites to ensure compliance to manufacturing standards, company policies and contractual requirements. This includes, but is not limited to the management of the operation’s profitability, and efficiency. Develops effective, positive working relationships with COR’s Mentoring Teams and Police Commanders. Responsible for Workplace Health and Safety through the formulation of policies, procedures and overseeing practices to ensure that a safe and productive work environment is established and maintained. Intervenes and implements corrective measures against any operational deviation or operational non-conformance items to ensure and maintain operational efficiency and productivity. Keeps abreast of most recent technical information and fault finding methods and ensure the dissemination of the necessary information to key personnel. Maintains a clean and orderly workshop to promote a safe working environment. Actively seeks out new vendors, suppliers and manufactures and negotiate terms and pricing for greater cost efficiency. Ensures that all the necessary approvals are obtained for all purchase orders. Analyses departmental operations and storage layout and revises as needed for maximum effectiveness. Ensures that all purchases are properly accounted for before payment is made. Inspects parts received from suppliers to detect substandard materials prior to utilization/installation. Ensures the optimization of human resources through the design and implementation of necessary processes and procedures to enhance efficiency. Coaches, Mentors, Motivates and Supervises staff and influence them to be accountable for their assigned task/areas of responsibility. Ensures that all departments and individuals have adequate technical support and training to help achieve outstanding customer service and operational excellence. Monitors and ensures that all staff are well-supported and in a healthy condition. ETC. Show less

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  Barloworld Transport

  Jun 2013 - Dec 2014

  Service Centre Manager
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  Hugo Pienaar

  Dec 2014 - Sept 2015

  Self Employed

  Consultant (Workshop Management).Compiling and submitting tenders.

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  Grindrod Fuelogic

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2017

  National Technical Manager
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  HPT Services

  Aug 2017 - now

  Director

  Consulting people to grow their business

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  Specialized Transport

  Dec 2019 - Jun 2021

  Workshop Manager
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  Transport Holdings Inc

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2023

  • Technical Executive

    Feb 2023 - Oct 2023

  • National Technical Manager

    Aug 2021 - Jan 2023