ETTIENNE MOSTERT
Cape Town
Summary
Seasoned and resourceful Senior Site Supervisor with comprehensive background in overseeing construction projects. Demonstrated skills in project coordination and managment of operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong leadership abilities showcased by successfully managing teams with interpersonal communication skills and consistently delivering projects on schedule. Respected for ability to improve efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality or safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Site Supervisor
Southey Offshore
Tokoradi,Port Elizabeth,Port Louis,SantaCruz,Maputo,Kalang
01.2016 - Current
- IRATA Level 3: Senior Site Supervisor - Supervising UHP blasting and painting campaigns of up to 120 personnel on the FPSO MV21.
- Applied ICR Walker Technical Wrapping on various spools and pipe networks on the FPSO MV21
- Senior site supervisor for the maintenance team of up to 80 personnel - Supervised and completed various rigging tasks, i.e., load testing of air hoists and installation of multiple sizes (diameter), lengths, and types of spools, including motors and abnormal frameworks for motors on the FPSO GTA.
- Supervised NDT inspection scope of the entire fire-water spool network on the Drillship Orion.
- Interpreted drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specs, and testing procedures.
- Completed a borescope inspection campaign of the freshwater spool network on the FPSO GTA.
- Utilized a clamshell cutting tool on freshwater spools on the FPSO, GTA.
- Installed Lokring coupling, flanges, T-pieces, and elbow joints to repair the freshwater spool network on the FPSO, GTA.
- Coordinated various confined space scopes of work inspections in water ballast tanks on the FPSO GTA.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and setting individual goals.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
- Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Implemented new operational procedures, increasing efficiency.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
Rope Access Assistant Trainer
Rig Source
Cape Town
03.2012 - 03.2025
- IRATA Level 2: Assistant Trainer for Level 1 rope access students at Rigsource Training Centre.
- Customized teaching strategies based on individual learning requirements.
- Provided feedback on employee performance based on observed results during training sessions.
- Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides, and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Used role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in various instructional techniques and formats.
Rope Access Site Supervisor
Skysite
Cape Town
08.2020 - 11.2021
- IRATA Level 3: Site Supervisor for general building maintenance teams -window/glass installation (150 kg), sealing of window panes, installing flashing panels, installing weatherproof systems, repairing and installing LED signage, and painting.
- Completed a variety of signage installation projects.
- Supervised inspection teams in the revalidation of anchor points through load testing, including documentation.
- Enhanced safety by removing drop objects, including dead trees and rocks, from the maintenance building at the Huguenot Tunnel.
- Managed installation of 24 skylights weighing 150 kg each at V&A Waterfront rooftop.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.
- Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
Rope Access Technician & Supervisor
Ropetec/Prezioso
Luanda, Point Noire, Libreville
09.2012 - 10.2016
- IRATA Level 1 & 2: Window Washing on Chevron Building,
- Installation of signage on the derricks of drillships ENSCO DS1 and DS2.
- Mud tank cleaning on the drillship Maersk Deliverer.
- Industrial grit blasting, HP washing, paint application in water ballast tanks, and the overboard hull refurbishment of the FPSO Girasol-GRP campaign.
- Assistant to UTM Inspection in cargo tanks of FSO Fernan Vas.
- Live flare refurbishment: grit blasting, HP washing, and spray paint on the flare structure—installed PFP panels after refurbishment on the FSO NKP.
- Worked closely with supervisors to determine required job specifications
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- IRATA Level 3: Senior Site Supervisor for the industrial grit blasting and painting team on the FPSO BAOBAB.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address issues, and plan future actions.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
Senior Site Supervisor
Southey Offshore
Abidjan
05.2024 - 05.2024
- IRATA Level 3 Senior Site Supervisor - Removed 24 -12 Core cables from Hydrocracker and reinstalled the cables, terminating all cables into dragger chain and Junction boxes- DUring Live Drilling operations on the Ultra-deep Drillship Santorini
- Installed rigging equipment for the client to assist with daily lifting operations.
- Cleaned all camera lenses on Derick.
- Enhanced object security by installing secondary retention wires on potential drops.
- Coordinated with project managers and engineers to align site activities with project plans.
- Completed and distributed accurate and informative progress reports and project records to management.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Managed daily site operations, ensuring project milestones were met within designated timelines.
Education
IRATA Rope Access Level 3 Supervisor - IRATA Rope Access
Altius
Cape Town10-2023
OPITO Rigging Stage 1 & 2 - OPITO Rigging
Offshore Africa Training Centre
01-2023
Opito Offshore Survival - Offshore Survival
Offshore Survival
06-2022
SAQCC Industrial Grit Blasting And Spray Painting - Corrosion Removal And Steel Protection Systems
SAQCC Corrosion
Cape Town07-2012
High School Diploma -
Monument Park High School
Cape Town Kraaifontein12-2008
Skills
- Rope Access Operations Supervisor
- Tank Cleaning Operation
- Industrial Grit Blasting
- UHP Blasting
- Spray Painting
- Steel Surface Preparation
- Walker Technical Wrapping Application
- Painting
- HP Washing
- Signage installation
- Rope access anchor point installation and inspection
- General Building Maintenance
- Rigging
- Glass/window panel installation and sealing
- Clamshell cutting
- Lokring installation
- Subcontractor coordination
- Scheduling and planning
- Strategic planning
- Permit acquisition
- Resource allocation
- Quality assurance
- Project and site management
- Interpersonal Awareness
Accomplishments
- Senior Site Supervisor
- Safety excellence award
- Project coordination excellence award
Certification
Irata Rope Access
Opito Rigging Stage 2
Opito Offshore Survival
OGUK Medical
SAQCC Industrial Grit Blasting and Spray Painting
UHP Blasting
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Rock climbing
- Archery
- Skateboarding
Timeline
Senior Site Supervisor
Southey Offshore
05.2024 - 05.2024
Rope Access Site Supervisor
Skysite
08.2020 - 11.2021
Senior Site Supervisor
Southey Offshore
01.2016 - Current
Rope Access Technician & Supervisor
Ropetec/Prezioso
09.2012 - 10.2016
Rope Access Assistant Trainer
Rig Source
03.2012 - 03.2025
IRATA Rope Access Level 3 Supervisor - IRATA Rope Access
Altius
OPITO Rigging Stage 1 & 2 - OPITO Rigging
Offshore Africa Training Centre
Opito Offshore Survival - Offshore Survival
Offshore Survival
SAQCC Industrial Grit Blasting And Spray Painting - Corrosion Removal And Steel Protection Systems
SAQCC Corrosion
High School Diploma -
Monument Park High School
Coursescompleted
- IRATA Rope Access Level 3, 07/10/25
- OPITO Offshore Survival, 06/22/25
- OPITO Rigging Stage 1& 2, 03/15/25
- SAQCC Blasting & Painting, UHP Blasting, Confined Space Entry & Rescue
Offshore Vessels and Clients
- Total- FPSO Girasol and Clov -Block 17 Angola
- Total - FSO NKP - Congo
- CNR - FSO Vernan VAS - Gabon
- Modec/Tullow Oil - FPSO MV21 - Ghana
- ENSCO - Drillship DS1 & DS2 - Cape Town
- Transocean - Drillship Orion - Port Elizabeth
- Saipem - Ultra Deep Drillship Santorini - Ivory Coast
- BP - FPSO GTA - Senegal
References
- Ropetec/Prezioso, Paul Smitsdorff, paul.smitsdorff@prezioso-linjebygg.com
- Rig Source, Izak Steyn, izak@altius-africa.com, 072 822 8346
- Southey Offshore, Pedro Ferreira, pferreira@southeyoffshore.com
- Southey Offshore, Andrew Coetzee, acoetzee@southeyoffshore.com
- BP-FPSO GTA Hook Up Manager - Brandon Rodrigues-Brandon.Rodriguez@uk.bp.com
- Skysite, Ross Mc Bride, +27 82 563 8237
Coursescompleted
- IRATA Rope Access Level 3, 07/10/25
- OPITO Offshore Survival, 06/22/25
- OPITO Rigging Stage 1& 2, 03/15/25
- SAQCC Blasting & Painting, UHP Blasting, Confined Space Entry & Rescue
Offshore Vessels and Clients
- Total- FPSO Girasol and Clov -Block 17 Angola
- Total - FSO NKP - Congo
- CNR - FSO Vernan VAS - Gabon
- Modec/Tullow Oil - FPSO MV21 - Ghana
- ENSCO - Drillship DS1 & DS2 - Cape Town
- Transocean - Drillship Orion - Port Elizabeth
- Saipem - Ultra Deep Drillship Santorini - Ivory Coast
- BP - FPSO GTA - Senegal
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