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Simphiwe Thobela

Kriel

Summary

I have a background in Electrical Engineering, complemented by additional certifications in Computer Applications and Data Analytics Essentials. My academic journey has also provided me with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Statistics, which has enhanced my analytical and problem-solving skills. In addition, I have received training in workshop safety and completed a course in applying safety and health procedures. Altogether, my skills cover technical engineering, data analysis, and safe working practices, making me adaptable across multiple industries.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Consultant

CTM
03.2025 - Current

As a Sales Consultant at CTM, my main responsibility is to assist customers in selecting products such as tiles, bathrooms, kitchens, and home improvement materials while providing excellent customer service. My duties include advising customers on products, preparing quotations, processing sales, achieving sales targets, and ensuring that the showroom is neat and well displayed.

Counting Officer

IEC
05.2024 - 05.2024

As a Counting Officer for the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), my main responsibility was to assist with counting and verifying ballot papers during elections. My duties include sorting and counting votes accurately, checking that ballot papers are valid, recording results correctly, and ensuring that all election procedures are followed according to IEC regulations.

Cashier

Pick N Pay Family Store
11.2022 - 05.2023

As a cashier at Pick n Pay, my main responsibility was to process customer purchases accurately and efficiently while providing friendly customer service. My duties include scanning items, handling cash and card payments, issuing receipts, balancing the till, and assisting customers with queries or returns.

Field Worker Statistics

Statistics South Africa
01.2022 - 03.2022

As a field worker in statistics, my main responsibility was to collect accurate information from households, businesses, or communities through surveys, interviews, and questionnaires. I visited different locations to gather data, record responses correctly, and ensure that all information is complete and confidential.

Salesperson

Pick N Pay Clothing
08.2016 - 05.2020

As a salesperson at Pick n Pay Clothing, my main responsibility was to assist customers by helping them find clothing items, giving product advice, and providing excellent customer service. I ensured that shelves and clothing displays are neat, attractive, and stocked according to company standards.

Education

Certificate - Data Analytics Essential

Cisco Academy
Gauteng
2024

Certificate - Apply Safety And Health Procedures

Speccon Holdings
Gauteng
2023

Higher Certificate - Mathematics And Statistics

UNISA
Nelspruit
2023

Computer - Computer Certificate

Hazeltine Soft
Malelane
2021

N2-N5 Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Motheo Tvet College
Bloemfontein
2016

Matric Certificate - Grade 12

Mdzili Secondary School
Malelane
2010

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Resilience to understand clients needs and build trust

REFERENCE

• Rozane Wymers – Pick n Pay Clothing, Manager, 0514460625

• Selby Thabete – District Census, COO Statistics, 0762332103

• Ronny Stenkaamp – Pick n Pay Family Store, Manager, 0822311626

• Dumisani Mathonsi – IEC, Presiding Officer, 0725185764

• Stefan Swanepoel – CTM Witbank, Manager, 0136927429

Timeline

Sales Consultant

CTM
03.2025 - Current

Counting Officer

IEC
05.2024 - 05.2024

Cashier

Pick N Pay Family Store
11.2022 - 05.2023

Field Worker Statistics

Statistics South Africa
01.2022 - 03.2022

Salesperson

Pick N Pay Clothing
08.2016 - 05.2020

Certificate - Data Analytics Essential

Cisco Academy

Certificate - Apply Safety And Health Procedures

Speccon Holdings

Higher Certificate - Mathematics And Statistics

UNISA

Computer - Computer Certificate

Hazeltine Soft

N2-N5 Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

Motheo Tvet College

Matric Certificate - Grade 12

Mdzili Secondary School
Simphiwe Thobela