As a multi-skilled manager with over 15 years of combined project and management experience, Derek leads Order Execution for the PCV division in the SSAMESA region at FLSmidth. He holds an Honours degree from the University of South Africa and has completed executive education at Henley Business School.
He is a vocal advocate for technological innovations that enhance operational efficiency and safety in the mining sector, such as FLSmidths KREBS® wear ring and Quick Release™ systems.
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Experience
7 Years
Current Role
Head of Order Execution, PCV SSAMESA
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Personality Overview
How Derek shows up
Negotiator
Objective Thinker
Precise
They enjoy working alone and do not rely on others very often. They are quite likely to negotiate on pricing or other key terms. They prefer to do logical analysis and value evidence over emotions.
Priorities
Topics Derek cares about
Mining Technology
Actively promotes advanced hardware like gMAX hydrocyclones and KREBS pumps, emphasizing their impact on efficiency and sustainability in mining operations.
Operational Efficiency
Focuses on maximizing customer uptime and productivity through strategic parts stocking, equipment refurbishment, and maintenance services at the Stormill facility.
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Career
Work history
6-2025
Head of Order Execution, PCV SSAMESA
FLSmidth
10-2020 - 10-2025
General Manager Operations, Pumps, Cyclones & Valves
FLSmidth
7-2018 - 10-2020
Operations Manager
FLSmidth
In the press
Media appearances
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Education
1-2022 - 2-2023
Honours
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.
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