Wesley Van Niekerk
About Wesley Van Niekerk
Wesley Van Niekerk is a Business Analyst based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a background in Chemical Engineering. He has worked at Hatch since 2020, specializing in operational readiness and commissioning, and previously held engineering roles at Omnia Fertilizer and the University of Cape Town.
Work at Hatch
Wesley Van Niekerk has been employed at Hatch since 2020, serving as a Business Analyst. He operates from the City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. In his role, he specializes in operational readiness and commissioning within the Hatch Advisory division. His contributions focus on enhancing project efficiency and ensuring successful implementation of business strategies.
Previous Experience at Omnia Fertilizer
Before joining Hatch, Wesley Van Niekerk worked at Omnia Fertilizer in Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa. He held the position of Candidate Process Engineer from 2018 to 2019, followed by a role as Chemical Process Engineer from 2019 to 2020. His experience at Omnia Fertilizer provided him with valuable insights into chemical engineering processes and operational management.
Education and Expertise
Wesley Van Niekerk studied at the University of Cape Town, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemical Engineering from 2009 to 2012. He furthered his education by pursuing a Master of Science in Engineering (MScEng) in Chemical Engineering at the same university from 2014 to 2015. His academic background supports his expertise in business analysis and engineering principles.
Background
Wesley Van Niekerk is based in the City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. He completed his secondary education at South African College High School (SACS) from 2004 to 2008. His educational journey laid the foundation for his career in engineering and business analysis, leading to his current role at Hatch.