Hennie Uys
About Hennie Uys
Hennie Uys is a Reliability Engineer at Tolko Industries in Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in mechanical engineering, having held various positions at Columbus Stainless and ArcelorMittal in South Africa prior to his current role.
Current Role at Tolko Industries
Hennie Uys currently serves as a Reliability Engineer at Tolko Industries, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the reliability of equipment and systems, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations within the company.
Previous Experience at Tolko Industries
Prior to his current role, Hennie Uys worked at Tolko Industries as a Mechanical Team Leader from 2020 to 2021. During his 11 months in this position, he was responsible for overseeing mechanical operations and ensuring the effectiveness of maintenance strategies.
Professional Background at Columbus Stainless
Hennie Uys has extensive experience at Columbus Stainless, where he held multiple positions over several years. He worked as a Senior Mechanical Technician from 2007 to 2015, and later as a Mechanical Section Technologist/Engineer from 2015 to 2017. He also served as a Supervisor - Mechanical from 2005 to 2007 and as a Project Coordinator from 2017 to 2019.
Apprenticeship and Early Career
Hennie Uys began his career in the Newcastle Area, South Africa, where he completed an apprenticeship as a Fitter at ArcelorMittal from 1998 to 1999. He also worked as an Industrial Operator at ArcelorMittal from 1995 to 1997, gaining foundational skills in mechanical operations.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Hennie Uys studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Africa, where he achieved a Diploma. He furthered his education by obtaining a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013.