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Delight Mutonhere

@delightmutonhere

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Chemical and Process Engineer focused on operations, project delivery, and process improvement.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead operations and projects, drive process improvements, ensure safety/compliance, and grow teams in technical or environmental-focused organizations.

I am an experienced Chemical and Process Engineer with a strong background in oil & gas and environmental consulting, combining technical design with hands-on operations and project management.

I have led cross-functional teams, managed budgets, and ensured timely delivery of projects while enforcing safety and quality standards across operations.

I founded and ran an agro-processing venture producing sweet potato and banana flour, overseeing end-to-end production, product development, and commercial activities to scale operations.

My technical experience includes process design, CHEMCAD, HAZOP, AutoCAD, environmental impact assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive productivity and operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Manager

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Daniel Mbane Pty Ltd

Jan 2025 - Present (11 months)

Oversee daily operations and project coordination, improving resource utilisation and ensuring on-time delivery while enforcing safety and quality standards. Serve as client lead and support business development initiatives to grow service offerings.

Operations Management Project Management Client Relations Quality Assurance Safety Compliance Resource Management Reporting Team Leadership

Process and Operations Manager

Tshikovha Climate Change and Sustainability Advisory Firm (P

Feb 2024 - Dec 2024 (10 months)

Managed multiple environmental consulting projects, implemented process improvements, and ensured regulatory compliance while leading teams and driving business development. Delivered EIAs and quality-assured project reports on schedule and within budget.

Process Improvement Project Management Regulatory Compliance Quality Assurance Risk Management Team Leadership Client Management

Founder & Operations Manager

Creative Foods

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Founded and operated an agro-processing business producing sweet potato and banana flour, managing end-to-end production, quality control, and market distribution while building supplier relationships and improving profitability.

Operations Management Quality Control Product Development Supply Chain Management Sales Marketing Financial Management Vendor Relations

Process Engineer - Intern

Verify Engineering

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Contributed to process design projects including Fischer-Tropsch slurry bubble column reactor design and conducted HAZOPs, while researching coal gasification, syngas cleaning, and hydrocarbon upgrading processes.

Process Design Hazop Coal Gasification Syngas Cleaning Reactor Design

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

St Francis Xavier's College

GCE A Levels, General A Levels

2013 - 2014

Completed 3 GCE A Levels at St Francis Xavier's College between 2013 and 2014.

St Francis Xavier's College

GCE O Levels, General O Levels

2009 - 2012

Completed 11 GCE O Levels at St Francis Xavier's College between 2009 and 2012.

Harare Institute of Technology

B-Tech Honours, Chemical and Process Systems Engineering

Grade: 2.1

B-Tech (Hons) in Chemical and Process Systems Engineering with a 2.1 degree class focusing on process design, safety, and environmental impact assessment.