Amatola Water Newsflash

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15 SEPTEMBER 2016

HBAirPttho PdyoauYy Anastacia Augustine 15 September
Nontuthuzelo Ncwana 17 September
Siyakudumisa Tshete 20 September
Moses Stockholm 20 September
Usanda Kewana 23 September
Abigail Mvunelo 23 September
Vuyokazi Ndabankulu 23 September
Siyasanga Godana 23 September
Wellington Pondo 25 September
Patrick Mohaula 25 September
Luyanda Kolwane 27 September
Maurice Bila 27 September
Ntsikelelo Maki 28 September
Zanele Nkalitshana 28 September
Zanele Mbangata 28 September

Dam Binfield Park Dam 93.50
Levels Cata 48.08
Debe Dam 75.81
Gubu Dam 95.36
Laing Dam 99.78
Mnyameni Dam 99.57
Nahoon Dam 91.63
Rooikrantz Dam 88.63
Sandile Dam 73.27

Wriggleswade Dam 88.22

NATIONAL CORE MATHS,
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DREAM

CAREER DAY & EXPO 2016

Amatola Water participated in the East London leg Exhibitors who supported the event include: Buffalo
of the National Core Maths, Science and Technology FET College, Rhodes University, Khetha Career &
Dream Career Expo held at the Mdantsane Indoor Development Agency, as well as other East London
Sports Centre on Thursday, 8 September 2016. based organisations.

The exhibition, aimed at providing a comprehensive The Amatola Water stand drew a number of learners
introduction and resources to help core subject Maths with an interest in Microbiology, Analytical Chemistry
and Science learners to make successful transition and being Water Process Controllers.
from high school to higher learning institutions and to
the workplace. “The learners who visited the AW stand were deeply
inspired and impressed by the wealth of the information
According to the organisers of the event, the they got,” said the AW Public Relations Officer, Tandi
Kutlwanong Centre for Maths, Science and Thomas.
Technology, in partnership with Careers Inc. the
event is also aimed at drawing attention towards the THIS CAREER DAY FORMS PART OF A NATIONAL
shortage of scarce but critical skills in the country. ROADSHOW THAT WILL:

“The expo offers an insight to core learners and BE HELD IN 7 PROVINCES
educators about potential careers and study
opportunities, as well as offer guidance to those VISITING 19 TOWNS
interested in accessing financial assistance through
various avenues”.

Around 2 500 Grade 10, 11 and 12 learners from ATTRACTING 475 SCHOOLS CORE MATHS &
various high schools in Mdantsane attended the SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY SCHOOLS
Careers Day.

with

Ntake Moloi

ICT MANAGER

Who is Ntake? Jhb) - As an Operations Research Officer
v. Semi-Underground Diamond Mining (Finsch
I am the second born of Mr & Mrs MS Moloi who grew up
in the most beautiful, peaceful province in the eastern Mine, Finsch) - As an Operations Research
Free State next to the Drakensberg Mountains. I have Officer
two children, who are twins Teboho Moloi and Keratiloe b. Gold Division (Anglogold Ashanti) - Trainee
Lebohang Moloi. Metallurgist
3. University of the North-West (Mabatho) -
I did all my school education in the Eastern Free State. Lecturer
I did my junior degree in Durban at the then University 4. Lynx Geosystem South Africa (Florida, JHB) -
of Durban-Westville. I also did my postgraduate degree Analyst Programmer
and higher degree in Johannesburg at the University of 5. University of the Witwatersrand (CNS)
the Witwatersrand where I got an average of 86.5% for (Braamfontein, JHB) - IT Support Tutor
my Master of Science research report. 6. Mophate Secondary School (Bothaville) - Teacher

I am a registered professional natural scientist and an How do you deal with stress in the
experienced professional Operations Research (OR) workplace?
specialist within mine planning optimisation, as well as
being an experienced Educator. • I try to work SMART and apply the principle of Lean
Six-Sigma.
What is your motto/philosophy in life?
• I visit HR where I always find someone in a super
‘Do unto others as you want them to do unto you’ good mood.

Your interests/hobbies? How have you settled IN at AW?

• Taking free online courses to improve my technical skills This is tricky question for me at this stage. Everyday there
• Learning market investment online are many new things to do here. However, I am under
• F ollowing latest news on the market and technology the impression that everyone is doing his/her best to
have me participate as best as I could.
Where did you work previously?
What are the main focus areas in your job?
I worked at the following companies and institutions:
1. Consulting Engineering South Africa (CESA) - The main focus in Information & Communication
Department includes;
As a Manager: Education & Training (CESA’ School • To optimally improve our customer service
of Engineering)
2. Anglo American (processes & delivery).
a. Diamond Division (De Beers) • To find effective ways to continuously motivate my
i. Open-Pit (Venetia Diamond Mine, Musina Area)
team.
- As a Mine Planner (Short-Term Planning) • To treat all inputs from our customers with respect
ii. Marine Diamond Mining (Namibia) - As a
at all times and engage them (i.e. our customers)
Senior Mine Planner in the process of determining the solutions and
iii. Marine Diamond Mining (Cape Town/Jhb) implementation thereof, as set out in my Job
iv. Underground & Resources Tailing Diamond Description in order for AW to achieve its goals.

Mining (Kimberly Mines (Kby), Cullinan,

WITH

Thipe Mokgoshi

PMU MANAGER

Who is Thipe? What motivates you at work?

I am a husband to Lindie, a father to Luyanda (son) and I believe that going through challenges builds personal
Tlotlego (daughter). I was born and bred in a village growth, both spiritually and mentally, but achieving
called Kgomo-Kgomo, about 60km north-west of and sustaining desired results is always a motivation.
Pretoria. I matriculated at Nchaupe High and obtained It is even more fulfilling to see that success is being
my B.Eng Chemical Engineering in the UK (Teesside shared broadly by the team. Also the drive and passion
University) and Engineering Management Certificate to succeed, knowing there is a reward afterwards, not
from Pretoria University. I was privileged to have an only monetary but also recognition and the feeling of
international travel exposure, a notable experience was completeness.
witnessing the launching of the space shuttle Endeavor
in Florida, Miami in 2001. What do you expect to gain from this
opportunity?
What is your motto/philosophy in life?
This opportunity will diversify my experience and
I believe things happen for a reason, sometimes we don’t exposure to government regulations and directives in
know those reasons, sometimes we question why, and terms of water availability, supply and utilisation. Being
most of the time we have no answers. But all we need part of this organisation or processes, one becomes
to do is stay calm, smile and adopt a positive attitude, even closer to the people and community it impacts the
because the situation could have been worse. most. I am very humbled to be part of AW to bring that
smile and interact at this level.
Where did you work previously?
What is your leadership style?
I started working as a junior engineer in 1993 for
an engineering consultant company, Fluor Daniel My leadership style is more likely participative, but
SA immediately after completing my studies, and understands that I need to adapt depending on the
based at Sapref Refinery in Durban. The two years situations. I believe in motivating, inspiring and coaching
spent at Sapref provided me with practical exposure the team to achieve a common goal and business
to the fundamentals of engineering and design. I objectives without losing sight and compromising
then moved to Secunda, where I spent over fifteen on the organisation’s internal processes (i.e. control,
years with Sasol in different fields, engineering, compliance monitoring, etc).
production and operations, project implementation
and commissioning, all safety disciplines (process, How do you unwind when you are not at work?
occupational and environmental safety). While in
Secunda, I also worked for Rhohr Rhine Chemie, high When I was a youngster, I used to play different sports,
pressure and chemical cleaning company, and I was but now I watch them on TV. I like travelling, meeting
assigned to their office in Dubai. people and believe learning is a continuous process.

What is your greatest strength / weakness?

I always like to keep a positive attitude, always listening
and evaluating to get better solutions. Sometimes I
get asked, how do I manage to stay positive? Every
morning I choose to be happy and refuse to get
upset. It is difficult but possible. I am always willing to
give support to achieve desired goals and to ensure
sustainability. I believe knowledge gives you the ability
to assess and make informed decisions. My weakness
is managing time efficiently.

UPGRADE

of James Kleynhans Bulk Water Supply

Amatola Water has been appointed as the implementing agent for the James Kleynhans Bulk
Water Supply project in Makana Municipality.

The project, estimated at R150 million is funded by the Department of Water & Sanitation
through the Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG) programme.

The project will see the James Kleynhans treatment works augmented from 10 mega litres
per day to 20 mega litres per day, in an effort to meet the water demand requirements for
Makana Municipality for 2035, as well as alleviate the water crisis that has affected the area
over the years.

“Construction work is anticipated to commence by end September 2016, with completion for
Phase 1 planned for August 2017, while Phase 2 and Phase 3 & 4 are projected for June and
December 2018, respectively”, says the AW Project Manager, Gopolang Sibanyoni.

THE PROJECT SCOPE ENTAILS:
• A ugmentation of the existing water treatment works from 10Mℓ/d to 20Mℓ/d – Phase 1 and

Phase 2

• Refurbishment / Upgrading of the existing Pumping Main – Phase 3

• Refurbishment / Upgrading of the existing WTW – Phase 4