Benedict Tshegofatso Kekana

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Operations Manager with 10+ years in logistics and safety management

  • Managed daily workshop operations, ensuring quality and on-time order fulfillment at Secret Box Furniture.
  • Led environmental outreach and greening projects for City of Johannesburg, improving community engagement.
  • Conducted safety audits and developed protocols across multiple construction sites, enhancing workplace safety.
Health and Safety Management
Expert
Conducted risk assessments, incident reports, and ensured compliance with OHS standards across diverse work environments.
Operations & Logistics
Advanced
Supervised warehouse and transportation operations, including route planning, order verification, and workshop workflow.
Community Outreach & Education
Intermediate
Led community education sessions, implemented environmental projects in schools, and managed stakeholder engagement.
Administrative & Report Writing
Advanced
Handled document management, operational planning, budgeting, and report preparation across roles.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Advanced
Mentored teams, coordinated programs, and maintained stakeholder relationships to achieve organizational goals.

Languages

English
Fluent
Sepedi
Fluent
IsiZulu
Fluent
Sesotho
Fluent
June 2025 - date
Operations manager
Secret Box Furniture warehouse
Oversee workshop production and confirm all orders are correct and on schedule., Cross-check items for size, fabric, and quality before dispatch., Assign daily routes to drivers and confirm pickups and deliveries., Collect and verify all PODs., Follow up daily with foam, fabric, and frame...
Dec 2023 - May 2024
EPWP Eco-Guide
Environmental & Infrastructure Services Department, City of Johannesburg
Led the Region A team in environmental outreach initiatives., Coordinated schedules, consolidated activity reports, and presented findings., Facilitated community education sessions on environmental laws and waste management., Implemented greening and recycling projects in schools.
May 2024 - Present
Safety Representative
SRP Development
Conduct safety audits and risk assessments across construction and maintenance sites., Investigate workplace incidents and recommend corrective actions., Participate in internal audits and safety committee meetings., Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Health and Safety Officer
Cato Ridge Electrical Construction
Conducted site inspections to identify hazards., Wrote incident investigation reports., Delivered safety inductions and participated in audits.
Library Assistant
University of Johannesburg
Assisted with cataloguing, lending, and computer systems., Organized library events and assisted with student queries.
Administrator, Facilitator, Outreach Coordinator
Love Life NGO (Clinic Facility)
Coordinated youth health through marketing, outreach programs and leadership training., Managed program administration and stakeholder relationships.
Site Assistant
Bidvest Business Technologies (Konica Minolta)
Managed deliveries, tested network points, and maintained inventory.
Treasurer, Help Desk Officer, Program Facilitator
Bafsa Bohle Youth Group (Clinic Facility)
Managed administration and facilitated youth outreach programs.
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Rand Water
Waterwise Certificate
Completed 2024
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Hesscon
First Aid & SHE Representative Certificate
Completed 2021
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Thulani Computer Centre
Basic Computer Skills Certificate
Completed 2016
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Canton Development Institute
National Certificate in Building and Civil Construction (NQF Level 3)
Completed 2015
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Matladi Project School
Matric (Grade 12)
Completed 2012

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