Adriaan Willemse
Electrician
Thabazimbi
Summary
Dependable and results-driven Electrician with extensive experience in performing preventive and routine maintenance on electrical systems. Highly skilled in managing and maintaining complex electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, and circuit breakers. Adept at adapting to new technologies and industry trends, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Proven track record at Northam Platinum Ltd, Excelled in electrical installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance. A strong leader with a commitment to safety and efficiency, consistently achieving high productivity—completing over 6 job cards daily. Demonstrates excellent attention to detail, a solid understanding of MS Office and SAP, and a dedication to building strong client relationships while ensuring high standards of service. Punctual, hardworking, and committed to continuous professional growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
13
13
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Electrician
Northam Platinum Ltd Zondereinde
Thabazimbi
05.2009 - Current
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Monitoring and maintaining underground hydro power machinery in fridge plant.
- Attending to breakdowns and completing more then 6 job cards per day.
- Experience in winch and RNE workshop
- Computer literate on MS Office, SAP and Firefly
Education
High School Diploma -
Umalusi, Amandelbult FET College
Amandelbult, South Africa 01.2005 - 12.2005
Skills
Wiring installation
Electrical repairs
Electrical equipment maintenance
Electrical installation
Electrical testing
Voltmeter use
Electrical troubleshooting
Problem-solving
Job planning
Safety management
Time management
Team collaboration
Certification
1St Phase Electrical Course, Ikhanya Fundisa Techniskills Academy
Additional Information
Areas of responsibility include: Fridge plant, Pump Stations, Bulk Air Coolers, Cooling Fans, Consumer Substation, Workshops, Offices, Emergency Plant and Compressor Plant
References:
Leroy.Laing@norplats.co.za
Willie.Stevens@norplats.co.za
Timeline
Medium - Voltage Switchgear and Switching
02-2024
Employment Equity & Diversity, DiversiT
10-2019
Level 1 First Aid in Mining, The South African Red Cross Society
07-2019
Certified Mobile Elevated Work Platforms , NELKO Training
04-2018
Certified Safety Harness, NELKO Training
03-2018
Certified Explain and perform fall arrest techniques when working on height, NELKO Training
12-2017
Certified Foreman Law, Sibanye Gold Academy - 2016
10-2016
Certified Technical Ability Foreman, Sibanye Gold Academy - 2016
10-2016
Certified Occupational Health and Safety activities, MQA - 2016
07-2016
Certified Overhead Crane Competency , Transvaal Training
06-2013
Certified Electrician, MQA - 2007 - 2009
06-2009
Electrician
Northam Platinum Ltd Zondereinde
05.2009 - Current
Electrical 2nd Phase, Ikhanya Fundisa Techniskills Academy
07-2008
1St Phase Electrical Course, Ikhanya Fundisa Techniskills Academy
06-2007
High School Diploma -
Umalusi, Amandelbult FET College
01.2005 - 12.2005
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