BENNET MCHAEL MOGALE
Service Technician
Jaffrey's Bay
Summary
Service Technician supporting wind turbine reliability and achieving monthly LPF and availability through electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting and compliance with safety procedures. Troubleshoots flexpower, and Cubepower converter turbines while stepping in as site supervisor in the absence of my supervisor to keep work on schedule and resources organized.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Technician
Vestas
09.2023 - Current
- Electrical, mechanical and hydraulics troubleshooting
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented repairs to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of wind turbine systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Adhere to safety protocols and perform safety inspections
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment failures through proactive measures.
- Collaborated with team to enhance turbine performance and site availability while sharing best practices.
- Trained junior technicians on safety procedures and technical troubleshooting techniques, fostering skill development.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Participated in the completion of 3MW gearbox replacement
- Assist other wind farms on special tasks and troubleshooting
Maintenance Electrician
Department of Correctional Services
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Trained offenders in electrical maintenance skills to enhance employability.
- Ordered, tested, and evaluated electrical materials to ensure quality and compliance.
- Executed work based on client requisitions.
- Apply quality control to manufactured products.
- Execute basic workshop administration.
- Train offenders in the applicable trade.
Security Official
Department of Correctional Services
08.2015 - 01.2021
- Prepared offenders for successful reintegration through individual support plans.
- Ensured rehabilitation of offenders by implementing tailored programs.
- Coordinated support for reintegration, enhancing access to community resources.
- Safe keeping of offenders.
Intern
Department of Correctional Services
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Weekly inspection and testing of backup generators for continuous power supply.
- Participate and respond to call outs repairs.
- Conducted weekly and monthly reports to track project progress and compliance.
- Taught and trained offenders in electrical work skills to support rehabilitation efforts.
- Assist offenders in preparation for trade test.
- Installed, jointed, and terminated lv, mv, and hv cables for various electrical projects.
Student Trainee
Lonmin
01.2010 - 06.2011
- Maintain, Inspect and commission electrical machines (i.e., motors, generators, transformers, switchgear and mini substation).
- Inspect and repair overhead transmission lines.
- Performed tasks assigned by the engineer and foreman.
- Installed and commissioned mini substations and motors to ensure reliable electrical distribution.
- Conducted pre-work risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Earthing of equipment to prevent electrical shock.
- Underground reticulation and ring feed for backup and uninterrupted power supply.
- Performed weekly inspections and cleaning of substations to maintain operational integrity.
- Interpretation of electrical drawings.
Education
Electrician - Red Seal Trade
Olifantsfontein Trade test
06-2022
Non-Diploma - Mechanics I & II, Mechanical Technology II & III, Strengths of Materials II & III
Vaal University of Technology
12-2012
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
12-2011
Grade 12 - undefined
Amogelang Secondary School
12-2005
Skills
Electrical, mechanical and hydraulics fault diagnosis
Preventive maintenance
Generator maintenance
Transformer room and switchgear maintenance
Project Management
Electrical safety procedures
Lockout tagout
Risk assessment
Maintenance planning
Supervisor coordination
Technical Report Writting
Spare parts inventory control
Apprentice training
SCADA monitoring
PLC troubleshooting
Permit to work procedures
High-voltage switching authorization
Timeline
Service Technician
Vestas
09.2023 - Current
Maintenance Electrician
Department of Correctional Services
02.2021 - 08.2023
Security Official
Department of Correctional Services
08.2015 - 01.2021
Intern
Department of Correctional Services
11.2014 - 07.2015
Student Trainee
Lonmin
01.2010 - 06.2011
Grade 12 - undefined
Amogelang Secondary School
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Non-Diploma - Mechanics I & II, Mechanical Technology II & III, Strengths of Materials II & III
Vaal University of Technology
Electrician - Red Seal Trade
Olifantsfontein Trade test