With over 13 years of experience, I have successfully led network and capacity planning across sub-Saharan Africa for a leading beverage company. My passion for improving operational efficiency drives my work, as I strive to create impactful strategies that optimize resources and enhance project outcomes. I am dedicated to fostering collaboration and integrating cross-functional stakeholder management in every aspect of my role. My achievements in delivering large-scale projects have equipped me with the skills needed to drive meaningful change and efficiency.

MICHAEL NICHOLAS MITCHELL

With over 13 years of experience, I have successfully led network and capacity planning across sub-Saharan Africa for a leading beverage company. My passion for improving operational efficiency drives my work, as I strive to create impactful strategies that optimize resources and enhance project outcomes. I am dedicated to fostering collaboration and integrating cross-functional stakeholder management in every aspect of my role. My achievements in delivering large-scale projects have equipped me with the skills needed to drive meaningful change and efficiency.

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With over 13 years of experience, I have successfully led network and capacity planning across sub-Saharan Africa for a leading beverage company. My passion for improving operational efficiency drives my work, as I strive to create impactful strategies that optimize resources and enhance project outcomes.

I am dedicated to fostering collaboration and integrating cross-functional stakeholder management in every aspect of my role. My achievements in delivering large-scale projects have equipped me with the skills needed to drive meaningful change and efficiency.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Industrial Engineer Group Specialist: Network & Capacity Planning at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA)
June 1, 2012 - November 11, 2025
Industrial Engineering services to multiple bottling plants in 13 countries; Site Master Planning for all production sites and warehouses; Network and Capacity Planning; Project Data Books Compilation; Project Brief Management; Project Assistance; Performance acceptance testing with snag lists and technical specification verification; Input during Bottler Merge; Route to Market – Project Speed – Network Planning.
Junior Project Manager at TWP Projects
June 30, 2012 - June 30, 2012
Mining, engineering, architectural, finance and project management solutions; Managing Projects from concept to commissioning; Industrial Engineering Projects at various companies and mines around South Africa; Provide project consulting and turnkey solutions; Perform Project Management tasks and ensure compliance to engineering standards.
Industrial Engineer / Project Engineer at Xstrata-Merafe Venture Boshoek Works
April 30, 2011 - April 30, 2011
In charge of the Projects department; Coordinating various projects around the Boshoek plant including Pellet Handling Project, Fire Suppression, concrete work, building work, and minor plant renovations; Performing costings, budgeting, forecasting and planning; Rebuilding the projects department; Managing the project employees and timesheets; Using SAP to manage costs, orders, reservations and capital; Time studies; Root cause analysis; Basic asset management; Reporting and progress consolidation.
TPM Consultant at TPM Consulting & Training
April 30, 2010 - April 30, 2010
Lean processing and reduction in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) exposure at CCSABCO, L'Oréal, Adcock Ingram and Unilever; Managing TPM activities; Facilitating TPM programs; Designing and implementing TPM training material; TPM problem solving workshops; Kaizen; On-line monitoring (TRAKSys); OEE reporting; TPM rollouts and change management communications; TPM courses across SA and internationally.
Industrial Engineer / Group Specialist: Network & Capacity Planning at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA)
June 1, 2012 - Present
Responsible for providing Industrial Engineering services across bottling plants in 13 countries, managing network and capacity planning, and contributing to detailed project plans, analysis, and performance metrics.
Junior Project Manager at TWP Projects
May 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012
Managed turnkey projects from concept through commissioning for mining and industrial clients, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.
Industrial Engineer / Project Engineer at Xstrata-Merafe Venture
May 1, 2010 - April 1, 2011
Led projects department managing team and coordinating major plant projects, focusing on improving equipment reliability and conducting detailed analyses.
TPM Consultant at TPM Consulting & Training
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2010
Designed and implemented Total Productive Maintenance programs for major clients, driving efficiency and improving production processes.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial Engineering) at University of Pretoria
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007
Diploma in Packaging Technology and Management at SAB/Durban University of Technology
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Bachelor of Engineering at University of Pretoria
January 1, 2003 - December 1, 2008
Diploma in Packaging Technology & Management at SAB/DUT
January 1, 2014 - December 1, 2016

Qualifications

Medal of the Southern African Institute of Industrial Engineering (SAIIE) – Best Final Year Student in Industrial Engineering
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
AHI Employers Organisation Achievement Award – Best Academic Achievement in Labour Relations 320
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Academic Honorary Colours (BEng (Industrial))
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Top Student of the Year Award
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Golden Key Membership
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Dux Scholar in Matric (2002)
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Tableau Desktop Combination Training
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025
Autodesk® Authorized Training Center (ATC®) AutoCAD 2013 Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Professional Services

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