Frank Kennard

Frank Kennard is a result-focused management professional with over 13 years of progressive management experience in mining and earthmoving machine maintenance. Currently serving as Senior Plant Manager at Moolmans since March 2025, Frank has previously held key positions including Head of Engineering at Gemfields Group and Senior Plant Engineer at AVENG MOOLMANS. Additionally, Frank's background features roles such as Technical Manager at Dozer Earthmoving (Pty) Ltd and Technical Consulting. Frank's academic credentials include a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Tshwane University of Technology and technician training as a Fitter and Turner from David Brown Gear Industries. Throughout the career, Frank has demonstrated excellent analytical, technical, and communicative skills, contributing significantly to opencast mining maintenance management.