Deetlefs Bezuidenhout

Deetlefs Bezuidenhout is an experienced engineering and maintenance professional with a strong background in the mining sector. Currently serving as Engineering and Maintenance Manager at BHP since May 2023, Bezuidenhout previously held the same title at OZ Minerals from January 2022 to May 2023. Prior roles at South32 included Manager Project Execution, DND Underground Construction Manager, Superintendent Maintenance Production, and Engineering Manager at the Illawarra Operation - Appin Colliery, among others. Experience also includes maintenance management across various underground coal and opencast manganese operations at BHPBilliton and an engineering role at Sasol Mining. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from the University of Pretoria and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Johannesburg.