Baison Banda
Emalahleni
Summary
Diligent Maintenance Millwright recognized for excellent job performance. Conducts direct work and preventive maintenance on industrial machines and equipment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Dosh Logistics
Capetown
02.2018 - 10.2021
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Strategically managed resources, milestones and budgets
Maintanance Fitter
M.E Projects
ngondwane
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- maintenance of valves and pumps
- Recorded center to center measurements of area requiring field run systems and fabricated system based on measurements taken, applying specialized fit up techniques as appropriate.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Maintainance Electrician
Hakhono Colliery
middleburg
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Responsible for installation and maintenance of Ring Main Units for Underground power reticulation including substations 11kv/1000v; 6,6kv/1000v/550v transformers (Genwest + Hansen; Dimako) and GEB interiors.
- Carrying out MV switching for section move up and maintenance
- Maintenance, inspections and installation of belt drivers
- Maintenance of main extractor fans, water pumps and VFD drives.
- Shift coverage for production sections, carrying out pre-shift checks and spontaneous flame proofing audits and remedial action to maintain equipment within flameproof requirements.
- Maintenance of stand-by generator and changeover circuits in case of power failure and trips for pumps and fans.
- Maintenance and repairs on coal mining machines including Joy, Eirkoff, Phillips and Sandvick ( Continuous Miners, Shuttle Cars, Roof bolters, Feeder breakers, scoops)
Millwright
Sterling
Emalahleni
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances.
- Connected power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and tested units to evaluate mechanical operation.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance or setup of machineries.
- Laid out mounting holes, using measuring instruments, and drilled holes with power drill.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery on regular basis to reduce downtime
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts, and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments
Electrical Contractor
Shantis Electrical
Richards Bay
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Oversaw installation, maintenance and repair of power lines, electrical systems, fixtures and appliances.
- Planned, assigned, scheduled and supervised work of power linesmen, electricians and other assisting personnel.
- Worked on various high-rise commercial and residential projects to rough, rehabilitate and maintain electrical systems.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects.
- Evaluated job site and project specifications to determine supply needs, coordinating availability of equipment and materials.
- Communicated with clients to assess needs, provide status reports ad inform of any potential delays.
- Provided technical guidance to employees on safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
Millwright Journeyman
Ziscosteel
Redcliff
09.2006 - 09.2012
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Connected power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and tested units to evaluate mechanical operation.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Read blueprints to safely and efficiently assemble equipment
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Education
NQF Level 4 -
SAQA
South AfricaApprenticeship -
Ziscosteel Training Centre
Zimbabwe09.2010
National Certificate - Millwrights Work
Kwekwe Polytechnic
Zimbabwe12.2007
National Certificate - Electronic Servicing
Kwekwe Polytecnic
Zimbabwe12.2005
Skills
- Machinery transporting
- Pneumatic controls
- Mechanical tools
- Machinery installation
- Blueprint reading
- Repair work
- Diagnostic techniques
- Malfunction diagnosis
- Safety compliance
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Complex technical plan reading
- Troubleshooting
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Operations Manager
Dosh Logistics
02.2018 - 10.2021
Maintanance Fitter
M.E Projects
12.2016 - 11.2017
Maintainance Electrician
Hakhono Colliery
01.2015 - 02.2016
Millwright
Sterling
11.2013 - 01.2015
Electrical Contractor
Shantis Electrical
10.2012 - 10.2013
Millwright Journeyman
Ziscosteel
09.2006 - 09.2012
NQF Level 4 -
SAQA
Apprenticeship -
Ziscosteel Training Centre
National Certificate - Millwrights Work
Kwekwe Polytechnic
National Certificate - Electronic Servicing
Kwekwe Polytecnic
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