Mc Ben Botha
About Mc Ben Botha
Mc Ben Botha is a Project Manager at thyssenkrupp in South Africa with over 15 years of experience in managing multimillion rand projects in the Minerals and Cement sectors.
Title
Mc Ben Botha currently holds the position of Project Manager at thyssenkrupp in South Africa. He has amassed over 15 years of experience in managing multimillion rand projects, particularly in the Minerals and Cement sectors specializing in Bulk Materials Handling.
Company
Mc Ben Botha has been associated with thyssenkrupp, a notable entity in industrial engineering, for a considerable duration. His roles ranged from Field Service Representative, Service Engineer, to Site Manager, before advancing to his current position as Project Manager.
Work Experience
At thyssenkrupp, Botha has a track record spanning over 9 years from 2012 to 2021 in Johannesburg, handling various roles in field service and site management. Prior to this, he worked at Anglo American as a Mechanical Technician for 5 years and as an Apprentice at SIVOS Training Centre - Kumba Iron Ore for 2 years. His extensive background endowed him with significant expertise in field services and mechanical maintenance.
Education
Mc Ben Botha's educational journey began at Duineveld, where he completed his Grade 12 / Matric. He furthered his studies at Sivos Training Centre, earning qualifications in Trades and Engineering Skills - Plater/Welder from the Mining Qualifications Authority. Additionally, he has a National Certificate in Engineering from Kathu Technical College.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Throughout his career, Botha has excelled in critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making, especially in high-pressure situations. He ensures compliance with OHSA regulations during site operations and contributes significantly to various departments within thyssenkrupp, including Engineering, Sales, Projects, Spares, and the Workshop. His international exposure extends to training in Germany and project execution in Mexico, along with extensive field service across multiple African countries.