University: University of South Africa (UNISA) - 2003
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Computer Science & Information Systems)

University: University of South Africa (UNISA) - 1997
Diploma: Diploma in Datametrics

University: Rand Afrikaans University (RAU) - 2002
Certificate: Project Management (cum laude)

University: Rand Afrikaans University (RAU) - 1998
Certificate: Object-Oriented Programming in C++

Computer Institute: Luso Computer Institute - 1990
Course: RPG III/4 Programming

High School: Lowveld High School, Nelspruit - 1987
Standard Passed: Matric
Subjects: English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Accountancy, Science, Business Economics.

Position: Project Manager
Period: 05/06/2006 - Present

Job Function:
Manage several projects within the Basel II programme.

Position: Team Leader
Period: 01/06/2004 - 31/05/2006

Job Function:
Due to an outsource deal the JSE's IT function is now done by Accenture.  I perform roles such as Development Manager, Maintenance & Support Manager and Operations Manager.  These roles are in the Applications Management department.  The function is very much the same as when I was working for the JSE.  I ensure our client, the JSE, receives continuously improved service regarding the delivery of software solutions.

Position: Project Manager
Period: 01/07/1999 - 31/05/2004

Job Function:
I managed various areas within the Applications Management team.  I managed the development of software that was implemented over numerous releases.  These releases included software written using different technologies; OS/390 (Cobol), Windows (VB), Web (ASP/Java), Unix (C).

Position: Independant Contractor
Contract: Johannesburg Stock Exchange
Period: 04/01/1999 - 30/06/1999

Job Function:
Designing and developing systems.

Lead a team of Visual Basic programmers in converting a VB3 system (73 applications) to VB6 to ensure Y2K compliance.

Position: Systems Development Consultant
Period: 01/07/1998 - 31/12/1998

Job Function:
Designing and developing systems for use by Real Estate Agents.
Planet provides specific services to Real Estate Agents such as multi-listing services, property listing services, etc.

The development is dependant on the specific requirements. The languages used are Visual Basic, C++ and some Visual C++. SQL is used to access our different databases. This includes dBase, Access and FoxPro databases.

Position: Software Engineer
Period: 02/11/1995 - 30/06/1998

Job Function:
I was employed as a Software Engineer responsible for installation and support of Netview Distribution Manager (an IBM software/data distribution system) running under MVS/ESA DB2 (mainframe) and OS/2 DB2/2 (pc).

Most of my day-to-day activities involved writing small systems for the automation of various functions within the Bank.
Languages used were mainly C/C++, REXX and Assembler/370. The platforms are OS/2, Windows NT and MVS/ESA.

I was involved in setting up a Microsoft Systems Management Network which is being rolled-out to approximately 10,000 workstations.

It is a client server environment, where automation of tasks is strongly emphasized. This includes Software Distribution, Remote Control, Scheduling, etc.

Within these environments OS/2, Windows NT and Windows 95 are being used. I was also involved in the evaluation and the making of proposals as to which Systems Management Software should be used within the enterprise.

Position: Systems Programmer
Period: 15/11/1990 - 31/10/1995

Job Function:
I was initially employed as a Junior Systems Programmer to support the mainframe VM/HPO system and related software. I underwent a 2 year training phase where I learnt Systems Programming, VTAM, Assembler and various other skills. I was then promoted to Systems Programmer. My responsibilites then included installations of all related mainframe software.

I wrote various utilities and small systems to assist various departments in their day-to-day functions. This included printing systems, enhancing payroll systems and a help-desk system.

Late 1994 the company made the decision to go client server. During the next few months I was trained in all Windows flavours (including NT), TCP/IP, ORACLE and SAP/R3.

My responsibilities then included network installation and support, while still supporting the mainframe systems. The SAP/R3 basis system software running under Windows NT and the Oracle database were then also my responsibility.

I was involved in this re-engineering process for approximately one year.

Courses Completed

Project Management

C++ Object-Oriented Programming
Visual Basic
Systems Analysis
Presentation Skills
Windows '95/NT
TCP/IP
SAP/R3 Architecture/Administration
TME/10
Communications Manager
SNA Network Interconnection
Assembler/370
VM/ESA Internals
JCL

 

 

Introduction of Release Management

I was an integral part of the team that implemented release management in the JSE.  The project introduced processes and procedures that assisted in the successful implementation of planned software releases.
Visio, MS Project.

 

Automated SQL Server batch run

A batch run that was executed manually everyday was successfully automated by myself. This included setting up the relevant stored procedures and implementing e-mail software to e-mail the relavant people at the beginning and end of the batch run. E-mail is also sent should the batch run fail.
SQL Server, T-SQL.

Rewrite of Schools' Challenge System

I successfully rewrote an Access 97 system used for the JSE's Schools' Game to Visual Basic 6. The system was developed by myself and another programmer within a few months.
Visual Basic 6, SQL Server, Crystal Reports, T-SQL.

Y2K Conversion of System

Completed a successful conversion of 73 applications from Visual Basic 3 to Visual Basic 6. This included managing the project and resources, programming , testing, quality assuring the programs and implementing them.
Visual Basic 3/6, UNIX, Oracle, Crystal Reports, Pl/SQL.

Client Referral System

For use by Real Estate Agents to share their client contacts with other agents. Uses email as the means of communication.
Written in Visual Basic 5, Access and SQL.

Internal Invoicing System

For use by Aïda Real Estate Agency to track their invoices and credit notes.
Written in Visual Basic 5, Access and SQL.

Real Estate Agent Flyer System

Used for creating flyers that are distributed by Real Estate agencies.
Written in Visual Basic 5, Access, dBase IV and SQL.

Host Printing System

Used for printing various types of documents and reports from the mainframe to HP Laser Jets and other types of printers.
Written in Assembler/370 and REXX.

HelpDesk System

Used by the helpdesk to monitor current problems.
Written in Visual Basic 3.

DRP Rebuild System

Used to cut costs by allowing remote rebuilds of OS/2 workstations.
Written in VX-Rexx.

Change Distribution System

Used by the Home Loans technical personnel to distribute their application changes automatically to all their branches with minimal input.
Written in REXX and C++.

Home Loans Scope Data Download System

Used by the Home Loans business analysts to download specific Home Loans data from the host system.
Written in VX-REXX.

Host Plan Builder Program

Used to create multiple NDM plans based on a template. Reduces time required to create plans dramatically.
Written in Assembler/370 and REXX.

Hardware Audit System

Used to audit current hardware specifications out in branches.
Written in Object Oriented C++.