Open To Work
Opelo Kubu
Gaborone,Botswana
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven Site Management Professional experienced in engineering surveying and quality control. Motivated teams to achieve ambitious goals through open communication and collaboration. Developed strong operational efficiencies and resolved critical issues, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and empowerment.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst Supervisor (Graduate trainee)
CRONICA (PTY) LTD
Jwaneng
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervising workmen in carrying out reinforced concrete works, pipeline works and maintenance works (such as painting, ceiling repair, plumbing, brick wall plastering and roof leakages).
- Planning for construction resources (building material, equipment and manpower).
- Setting out of dimensions for buildings.
- Use of Dumpy level in maintaining accurate top of concrete levels.
- Preparation and inspection of materials for concrete works (reinforcement, shuttering).
- Sika Applications and Water proofing.
- A 100% Citizen Owned Company. Pumps, Valves & Hydraulic Equipment | Construction, Pipes & Fittings | Steel Fabrication | Electrical & Instrumentation Works | Building and Civil Engineering Works | Concrete Repairs & Waterproofing | Project Management | Labour Hire | SHEQ Consultancy Services. Website: www.cronica.com
Supervisor Civil Works and Quality Control Officer
Makgarapa Products Botswana (PTY) LTD
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervising workmen in carrying out reinforced concrete works, maintenance works (such as painting, ceiling repair, plumbing, brick wall plastering and roof leakages).
- Planning for construction resources (building material, equipment and manpower).
- Setting out of dimensions for buildings and plinths.
- Use of Dumpy level in maintaining accurate top of concrete levels.
- Preparation and inspection of materials for concrete works (reinforcement, shuttering), brickwork etc.
- Ensures batching plant weighing scales are within standard tolerances ensures product quality conforms to the standard specifications.
Site Supervisor
Khwai Group (Botswana) (Pty) Ltd
02.2026 - Current
Civil Engineer
One Track Engineering
05.2025 - 06.2026
- Website: www.onetrackengineering.com
Site Supervisor
Khwai Group (Botswana) (Pty) Ltd
02.2026 - Current
Civil Engineer
One Track Engineering
05.2025 - 06.2026
- Website: www.onetrackengineering.com
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Supervisor Civil Works and Quality Control Officer
Makgarapa Products Botswana (PTY) LTD
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervising workmen in carrying out reinforced concrete works, maintenance works (such as painting, ceiling repair, plumbing, brick wall plastering and roof leakages).
- Planned construction resources, including building materials, equipment, and manpower, to ensure project readiness.
- Setting out dimensions for buildings and plinths.
- Ensures batching plant weighing scales are within standard tolerances; ensures product quality conforms to the standard specifications.
- Prepared and inspected materials for concrete works and brickwork, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
- Ensured batching plant weighing scales met standard tolerances and maintained product quality in line with specifications.
Asst Supervisor (Graduate trainee)
CRONICA (PTY) LTD
Jwaneng
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Supervised workmen in executing reinforced concrete, pipeline, and maintenance works (painting, ceiling repair, plumbing, brick wall plastering, roof leakages) to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Planned construction resources (building materials, equipment, manpower) to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
- Setting out of dimensions for buildings.
- Use of Dumpy level in maintaining accurate top of concrete levels.
- Prepared and inspected materials for concrete works (reinforcement, shuttering) to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Sika Applications and Waterproofing.
- A 100% Citizen Owned Company. Pumps, Valves & Hydraulic Equipment | Construction, Pipes & Fittings | Steel Fabrication | Electrical & Instrumentation Works | Building and Civil Engineering Works | Concrete Repairs & Waterproofing | Project Management | Labour Hire | SHEQ Consultancy Services. Website: www.cronica.com
Education
DIPLOMA IN BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING -
Botswana College of Engineering and Technology
BGSE -
Good Hope Senior Secondary
Gaborone , Botswana 04.2011 - 11.2012
JCE -
Mogale Junior Secondary School
Skills
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Customer focus
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Publisher)
- Safety consciousness
- Ethics and values
- Team collaboration
Key Qualifications
- Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
- 5 years experience
Professional Associations
- Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
- 5 years experience
Professional References
- Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
- 5 years experience
Ld No
- Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
- 5 years experience
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Setswana
Beginner
A1
Project
- Debswana, Cronica, Jwaneng Mine, Ass Supervisor, Construction of a 50m long shed on concrete stub columns, structural steelwork columns and beams
- Debswana, Cronica, Jwaneng Mine, Supervisor, Recrush Plant Maintenance Assistant works, Thickener refurbishment (Water proofing)
- Debswana, Cronica, Jwaneng Mine, Supervisor, 400NB Hdpe lined Pipeline Assistant Project. Construction of 250 no concrete plinths and pipes installation
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Khwai Group (Botswana) (Pty) Ltd
02.2026 - Current
Site Supervisor
Khwai Group (Botswana) (Pty) Ltd
02.2026 - Current
Civil Engineer
One Track Engineering
05.2025 - 06.2026
Civil Engineer
One Track Engineering
05.2025 - 06.2026
Supervisor Civil Works and Quality Control Officer
Makgarapa Products Botswana (PTY) LTD
03.2024 - 02.2025
Supervisor Civil Works and Quality Control Officer
Makgarapa Products Botswana (PTY) LTD
03.2024 - 02.2025
Asst Supervisor (Graduate trainee)
CRONICA (PTY) LTD
03.2021 - 10.2022
Asst Supervisor (Graduate trainee)
CRONICA (PTY) LTD
03.2021 - 10.2022
BGSE -
Good Hope Senior Secondary
04.2011 - 11.2012
DIPLOMA IN BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING -
Botswana College of Engineering and Technology
JCE -
Mogale Junior Secondary School