Marizane van Niekerk
@marizanevanniekerk
I optimise engineering systems and digital workflows across complex EPCM projects.
What I'm looking for
At Wood Group, I lead the implementation, governance and optimisation of engineering systems supporting complex EPCM projects, including AVEVA, Siemens COMOS, SQL Server and Microsoft platforms. I've supported more than 100 engineering users, completed a Windows 11 rollout six weeks ahead of schedule, and created reusable AVEVA SEED environments that improve project setup consistency and governance.
I've progressed from technical documentation and CAD roles into engineering systems leadership through systems integration, information management, training and workflow improvement. I enjoy turning inefficient engineering processes into structured, sustainable digital environments that improve data quality, productivity and project delivery.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Engineering Systems Specialist
Wood Group
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 7 months)
Responsible for strategic management, implementation, optimisation, governance, and continuous improvement of engineering systems supporting complex EPCM projects. Provides technical leadership across engineering applications, information management platforms, and digitalisation initiatives.
Process Design Section Lead
Wood Group
Jan 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 11 months)
Managed Process Design operations and Engineering Systems activities with responsibility for team leadership, technical delivery, engineering systems support, workload planning, quality assurance, and operational efficiency. Played a key role in improving departmental performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Assistant Accountant
Jewell Muller Incorporated
Jan 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 11 months)
Responsible for payroll administration, financial processing, taxation compliance, reconciliations, statutory reporting support, and day-to-day accounting administration activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective financial controls across the organisation.
Designer & Systems Administrator
Amec Foster Wheeler
Jan 2012 - Dec 2015 (3 years 11 months)
Responsible for the administration, support, and optimisation of engineering systems while ensuring effective engineering information management, documentation control, standards implementation, and user support across engineering projects.
Technical Assistant
Thyssenkrupp Uhde
Jan 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 11 months)
Provided technical, documentation, and administrative support to Instrumentation Engineering teams within a project-driven engineering environment, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, quality management requirements, and document control procedures throughout project lifecycles.
Assistant Spares Manager
Thyssenkrupp Materials Handling
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)
Responsible for procurement administration, project coordination, expediting activities, financial tracking, and SAP transaction processing.
Freelance CAD Operator
Latlong Projects
Jan 2009 - Dec 2009 (11 months)
Provided drafting and design support across engineering and technical projects.
Data Capturer & Administrative Assistant
Various Companies
Jan 2007 - Dec 2009 (2 years 11 months)
Provided administrative support, customer service, data management, and office administration functions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Engineering Institute of Technology
Advanced Diploma, Plant Engineering
2025 -
Pursuing an Advanced Diploma of Plant Engineering, expected completion in October 2026.
Afrikaanse Hoƫrskool Kroonstad
Matric, General
Completed secondary education, earning a Matric certificate.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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