About Us
Botha Motshwaedi, CEO
Otukile Botha Motshwaedi is a dynamic, results-driven SME Entrepreneur and CEO and one of the Founders of Chicane R & SMS over 26 years to date. He is an Ex-Professional Mechanical GECC Engineer with a wealth of Engineering experience in the Platinum Mining industry over 21 years of service. A CEO with passion for customer-centric strategy and with proven ability to grow companies. He is a CEO with Entrepreneurial mindset, skilled at fostering growth and development among other executives and staff. Effective communicator and strategic advisor and mentor.
Botha’s strengths are: Empowering leadership, Strategic Vision, Customer focus, Collaborative Management.
Botha’s skills are: Strategic planning, Operations Management, Sales and Marketing, Financial Analysis, Customer Acquisition and retention, Product development, Mines Health & Safety standards and ISO Standards
Deneys Leih, COO
Deneys J. Leih is an expert in Refurbishment & Salvage Management with 25 years of hands-on experience in the industry. Specializing in the buying and selling of scrap metal, Deneys has built a reputation in the industry for his deep integrity, results-driven service, market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and commitment to sustainable practices.
His extensive background includes overseeing complex salvage operations, managing large-scale metal recovery projects, and building long-standing relationships within the recycling and metals trading sectors. His hands-on knowledge revolves around all aspects of the scrap metal trade, from operational logistics to market negotiations.
Deneys is also highly committed to sustainability and workplace safety, maintaining strict adherence to Health & Safety protocols, ensuring that all business practices meet both regulatory and ethical benchmarks.
Marjorie de Kock, CFO
Marjorie de Kock is a passionate and driven Business Development Manager and Director at Chicane R & SMS, where she combines strategic vision with hands-on execution to grow business ventures.
With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Marji brings a wealth of experience from her earlier roles, including her time as General Manager at PetsAid, a medical insurance start-up for animals where she reported to a board of six directors and earned recognition from the University of Witwatersrand for the best business plan. Prior to that, she co-founded and managed Life Ballooning, where she wore many hats—hot air balloon pilot, operations lead, marketer, and financial manager—eventually selling the business as a thriving concern. Her diverse background fuels her ability to spot opportunities, drive growth, and lead with purpose.
About Chicane R&SMS
Chicane R&SMS is headquartered on the Rustenburg Platinum Mine premises and proudly services various sectors of the mining industry across Rustenburg, the North West Province, and beyond. As a Level 2 B-BBEE company, our core focus lies in Mine Salvage Management.
With over 26 years of operational experience, Chicane R&SMS has developed and refined industry-tested procedures and controls, resulting in a solid track record of reliable and effective salvage services. Our expertise is backed by a strong commitment to operational excellence and environmental responsibility.
We are currently affiliated with leading mining groups, including:
- Sibanye Stillwater (Kroondal Operations)
- Sibanye Stillwater (Marikana Operations)
- Glencore
Our longstanding partnerships with these industry leaders reflect our reputation for reliability, compliance, and the ability to deliver tailored solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern mining operations.
Over the years, Chicane R&SMS has established world-class refurbishment practices for recovered equipment and materials, contributing to sustainable mining practices and cost-effective asset recovery.
Our continued growth and innovation within the mining industry underscore our unwavering dedication to quality service, operational integrity, and responsible salvage management.
| Name | O.B. Mothshwaedi |
| Equity | 51% |
| Position | Chief Executive Officer |
| Mining Experience | 45 Years |
| Name | D.J. Leih |
| Equity | 30% |
| Position | Chief Operating Officer |
| Mining Experience | 25 Years |
| Name | M.E. de Kock |
| Equity | 15% |
| Position | Chief Financial Officer |
| Mining Experience | 3 Years |
| Name | I.P. Leih |
| Equity | 4% |
| Position | Shareholder |
| Mining Experience | 26 Years |
| Name | O.B. Mothshwaedi |
| Equity | 51% |
| Position | CEO |
| Mining Experience | 45 Years |
| Name | D.J. Leih |
| Equity | 30% |
| Position | COO |
| Mining Experience | 25 Years |
| Name | M.E. de Kock |
| Equity | 15% |
| Position | CFO |
| Mining Experience | 3 Years |
| Name | I.P. Leih |
| Equity | 4% |
| Position | Shareholder |
| Mining Experience | 26 Years |
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver sustainable, efficient, and high-quality solutions in the recovery, refurbishment, and reuse of mining equipment and materials. We are committed to extending the life cycle of valuable assets through expert repair, responsible salvage practices, and innovative resource management. By upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational excellence, we aim to support our clients in reducing waste, minimizing costs and contributing to a more circular and sustainable industry.
