Seasoned, multi-skilled certified Fitter with over 16 years of mining industry experience in the fitting field that include, preventative maintenance, construction mining projects and plant maintenance. Seeking a Fitter position that utilizes my technical expertise and experience in a dynamic organization that values safety, quality and excellence.
Hi, I’m
ARTHUR C. B. TOWINDO
Fitter
Rustenburg
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
3
Certifications
Work History
Impala Bafokeng (Styldrift) Platinum Mine
Underground Trackless Fitter
08.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Repairing and servicing underground TMM machines and always achieved an 85% availability
- Attending to breakdowns and performing major component removals and installations with a 85% success rate
- Ordering spares to specifications and reduce errors through meticulous attention to detail
- Pressure testing hydraulic circuits and making adjustments
- Adhering to established safety policies and procedures and maintaining a 100% safety record
- Successfully identified and mitigated hazards by ensuring a 100% safe work environment
- Routine maintenance on company vehicles including Toyota bakkies, and other fleet cars
- Machines worked on: SANDVIK DRILL RIGGS: DD210, DD211, DD320, DD321, Access: DD211L-V, Bolter:DS211L-M, LHDs: 115, LH208, 410, 514
- Dump trucks, T40, T50, TH320
- FERMEL UVs, Jeep bakkies
- Committed to safety, quality and excellence
Kamano Mining Group and Engineering
Underground Field Service Fitter (Contract)
12.2019 - 02.2020
Job overview
Harmony Gold (Target 1 Mine)
Underground Fitter (Contract)
06.2018 - 11.2019
Job overview
Redpath Mining South Africa
Underground TMM Fitter (Contract)
01.2017 - 07.2017
Job overview
DRA Mining South Africa
Underground Fitter (Contract)
09.2015 - 12.2016
Job overview
SAN Contracting Services
Underground TMM Fitter (Contract)
06.2010 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Serviced and maintained underground mining equipment regularly
- Attended to breakdowns, diagnosed faults and performed repairs
- Changed out major components such as hydraulic systems as required
- Completed job cards, breakdown reports and provided feedback to supervisor's on completed tasks
- Worked on Sandvik LHDS 208, 410, 514 and DD211 and EPIROC Dump trucks MT436B on a regular basis
- Performed daily preventative and routine maintenance on 20+ machines
- Attended over a 50 breakdowns, replacing faulty major components such as transmissions, axles and LHD buckets
- Conducted 20+ brake vehicle tests (SIMRET) and performed standby duties as needed
- Completed over 200 job cards after task completion with a 100% compliance rate
- Machines worked on: CAT Dump trucks: AD30, LHDs: 1600g & 1700g, Surface loaders: 950, Grader: 120k; FERMEL Liberators 8T, LHDs: TM400 and UVs, Sandvik lhds- LH514, 410, drill rigs- DD 211, 320-26, Bell Trucks B18, B20, B25, B3
- Worked as an artisan and carried out engine overhauls on D20 and D26 engines
- Extensive hands-on experience in maintaining, repairing and overhauling a diverse range of heavy equipment including Load Haul Dump (LHD) machines, Excavators (ManitouX742) and Dump trucks (EJC 222, 333)
- Read and interpreted fault codes to rectify problems
- Fixed electrical faults such as charging and starter motor issues as well as headlight problems
- Machines worked on: Sandvik lhds- LH514, 410, drill rigs- DD 211, 320-26, Dump trucks EJC 222 and 333, GHHs: 4.2, 4.4, & 5.2., AARD Uvs 42 & 80, MANITOU MT-X742; BOB CAT, Toyota Land Cruiser bakkies
Education
Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development
Skilled Worker Certificate from Class 1 in Fitting (including machining)
University Overview
St Peter's (Kubatana) Vocational CollegeHarare
National Craft Certificate from Mechanical Engineering Trade - Fitting
University Overview
Skills
Major components repair and maintenance
Plant equipment maintenance
Hydraulic system repair
Basic electrical system repair
Mechanical troubleshooting
Welding and fabrication
Toolroom skills
Problem solving and analytical skills
Communication and teamwork
Safety awareness and risk management
Time management and organisation
Adaptability and flexibility
Physical stamina and fitness
Leadership and mentoring
Certification
ATTC Certification, MEM30219, Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade - Fitting, 02/01/22
References
References
Pumelela Dhlara, TMM Engineering Supervisor, Impala Bafokeng Platinum Mine, +27 786 237 410, pumelelaD@implats.co.zaTimeline
Underground Trackless Fitter
Impala Bafokeng (Styldrift) Platinum Mine
08.2020 - Current
Underground Field Service Fitter (Contract)
Kamano Mining Group and Engineering
12.2019 - 02.2020
Underground Fitter (Contract)
Harmony Gold (Target 1 Mine)
06.2018 - 11.2019
Underground TMM Fitter (Contract)
Redpath Mining South Africa
01.2017 - 07.2017
Underground Fitter (Contract)
DRA Mining South Africa
09.2015 - 12.2016
Underground TMM Fitter (Contract)
SAN Contracting Services
06.2010 - 05.2012
Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development
Skilled Worker Certificate from Class 1 in Fitting (including machining)
05.1996
St Peter's (Kubatana) Vocational College
National Craft Certificate from Mechanical Engineering Trade - Fitting
05.1995