Jacobus Wolmarans
MOSSELBAY,Dana Bay
Summary
IESS Specialist with extensive experience at Newmont Gold in electronic system design and team leadership. Directed security projects that significantly improved operational efficiency and crisis management. Skilled in systematic problem-solving, ensuring peak performance of complex security systems. Dedicated to achieving high-quality results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
IESS Specialist
Newmont Gold
Suriname, Paramaribo
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw management of electronic security systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Directed new electronic security projects from inception to completion.
- Led teams responsible for security system maintenance and upgrades.
Technical Country Manager
Mozart Security Suriname
01.2017 - 11.2021
- Conducted site surveys for project assessments.
- Developed Bill of Quantities for new projects.
- Calculated costs for new project initiatives.
- Designed system layouts and functionalities for optimal performance.
- Completed comprehensive project designs to meet specifications.
- Engineered control room designs for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Oversaw construction and integration of control rooms.
- Implemented fiber and copper network integrations to support infrastructure.
Technical Manager
G4S Security Ghana
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Managing a team of technicians that install Intruder burglar alarms, access control, CCTV, Fire suppression systems, Vehicle tracking systems, gate automation, intercom systems domestic as well as Shopping malls.
- New site surveys
- Preparing of BOQ for new projects
- Prepare costing for New projects
- Design system layout and functionality
- Complete project design
- Control Room Design
- Building of Control Rooms
- Control Room Integration
- Fiber Network Integration
- Copper Network Integration
- Control Room Training
- Clients: Tullow Oil, Newmont Gold Mine (Ahafo, Akhem), Gold Fields (Tarkwa, Damang), Anglo Gold Ashanti (Idiapriem, Obawasi), Perseus Gold Mine, First National Bank, Echo Bank, Shoprite Checkers, Accra Mall Complex, Accra International Airport
Senior Technical Project Lead
Skycom International
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: Ghana
- Installation and maintenance of Time and Attendance access control system
- Integration of Time and attendance system with Newmont Payroll platform (Ms Jan Oster consultant for Newmont)
- Enrollment of Biometric and access card to Newmont Employees and contractors
- Access control card design and layout according to Newmont specification
- Printing and distribution of access control cards
- Training of Newmont security Badging office personnel how to enroll, print badge and add to access platform
- Train HR how to create reports for Time and attendance
- Setup of different access zones
- Setup of anti-pass back zones
- Setup of specialized sequence badging (Gold Room Access)
- Setup of specialized routing access sequence (Same door in and out)
- Random sequence plant exit search
- Maintenance of CCTV Cameras
- Installation of CCTV Cameras
- Maintenance and Installation of Point to Point links
- Maintenance and Installation of Network Video Recorders
- Maintenance of Video Monitors at Security Control room
- Maintenance and installation of CCTV Fiber and copper infrastructure
- Maintenance and installation of network switches
- Maintenance and installation of Fiber transmission systems
- Maintenance and installation of SCC and remote Camera monitoring stations
- Installation of Plant perimeter (No-Man's Land) Thermal camera detection
- Maintenance and installation for Joystick PTZ camera control devices
- Maintenance and installation of UPS and Inverter backup power supply systems at SCC control rooms and field stations
- Training of all security control room operators in all electronic equipment
- Installation and maintenance of Electronic Perimeter detection at MKV Village
- Installation of CCTV camera system at MKV Newmont residence Village
- Access Control system at MKV Main gate entrance
- CCTV Camera installation at all Haul Road crossings linked with Point to Point communication to SCC control room
- Population of server racks and integration of peripheral devices
- Installation and maintenance of Gold Room Alarm system
- Deploying of mobile intruder alarm monitoring system for MKV residence when they go on rotational leave
- CCTV Camera installation and maintenance at explosive magazines (Orica)
- Ghana
Senior Technical Lead
Complete Mining Solutions
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Maintenance of CCTV Cameras
- Installation of CCTV Cameras
- Maintenance and Installation of Point to Point links
- Maintenance and Installation of Network Video Recorders
- Maintenance of Video Monitors at Security Control room
- Maintenance and installation of CCTV Fiber and copper infrastructure
- Maintenance and installation of network switches
- Maintenance and installation of Fiber transmission systems
- Maintenance and installation of SCC and remote Camera monitoring stations
- Maintenance and installation for Joystick PTZ camera control devices
- Maintenance and installation of UPS and Inverter backup power supply systems at SCC control rooms and field stations
- Population of server racks and integration of peripheral devices
Senior Technical Lead
SAXON International Angola
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Alarm Intruder systems for ESSO Petroleum (Domestic and Corporate Offices)
- Access Control Systems for ESSO Petroleum Offices Buildings
- CCTV Surveillance Systems for ESSO Petroleum Offices Buildings
- Access Control Systems for ESSO Petroleum Oil platforms and EFPSO's
- CCTV Surveillance Systems for ESSO Petroleum Oil platforms and EFPSO's
- Alarm Intruder systems for Shoprite Checkers
- Alarm Systems for Trans Leader Transport
- Vehicle Tracking System and monitoring platforms for Trans Leader Transport
Electronic Design and Maintenance
Parinto Enterprises
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Design of electronic circuit boards
- Constructing and fabricating electronic circuit boards
- Repair and maintenance of electronic circuit boards
- CCTV camera system installations
- Cash in transit vehicle video and audio installations
Inspector (Warrant Officer)
South African Police Service
01.1985 - 01.1998
- Covert Camera Installations
- Room Audio Recordings
- Clandestine Drug Deal Audio Recordings
- Long Range Video photography
- Photography of Suspects and movement
- Vehicle surveillance (Track and follow)
- Telephone call interception and recordings
- Aerial photography (Suspect locations for operational planning)
Education
National Electronics Engineer Diploma - Communication Electronics N4, N5, Digital Electronics N4, N5, N6, Computer Principles N4, N5, N6, Electro Techniques N4, Industrial Electronics N4, N5, N6
Pretoria West Technical University
01.1996
Middelburg Technical High School
01.1985
Skills
- Systematic problem-solving
- Electronic system design
- Fault diagnosis
- Team management
- Crisis resolution
- Pressure handling
- Project dedication
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Motorsport Viewing
- Handgun Shooting
Training
- SAPS Video Camera Course, 02/01/97
- SAPS Complete Photography Course, TBD
- Security System SPARTAN 600-650, TBD
- Security System FBI XL 4612, TBD
- FLIR Camera Systems (Timeless Technologies), TBD
- Bosh FM 200 Fire Suppression Systems (3 X-Logix), TBD
References
References will be provided on request
Key Clients
- Newmont Gold Merian (Tracking, Alarm Systems)
- IAM Gold Mine
- Domestic Clients
Timeline
IESS Specialist
Newmont Gold
12.2021 - Current
Technical Country Manager
Mozart Security Suriname
01.2017 - 11.2021
Technical Manager
G4S Security Ghana
01.2012 - 01.2016
Senior Technical Project Lead
Skycom International
01.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Technical Lead
Complete Mining Solutions
01.2004 - 01.2007
Senior Technical Lead
SAXON International Angola
01.2000 - 01.2003
Electronic Design and Maintenance
Parinto Enterprises
01.1998 - 01.2000
Inspector (Warrant Officer)
South African Police Service
01.1985 - 01.1998
National Electronics Engineer Diploma - Communication Electronics N4, N5, Digital Electronics N4, N5, N6, Computer Principles N4, N5, N6, Electro Techniques N4, Industrial Electronics N4, N5, N6
Pretoria West Technical University
Middelburg Technical High School
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