Bheki Mnguni
Witbank
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in electrical systems, including fault-finding techniques, circuit analysis, and power distribution knowledge. Demonstrates innovative thinking and decision-making proficiency in installing electrical systems and lighting installations. Proficient in the use of measuring instruments, schematic design understanding, and electrical repair capability. Strong background in team leadership and supervision, reporting and documentation, and administrative office operations. Committed to health and safety compliance with a solid foundation in ethical integrity. Career goal: to leverage technical skills and leadership abilities to drive efficiency and innovation within an advanced electrical engineering role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Electrical Technician II
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Gas Production)
Secunda, South Africa
04.2019 - Current
- Improved system efficiency with preventive maintenance tasks.
- Followed electrical schematics accurately whilst installing or repairing equipment; ensured adherence to specified standards.
- Conducted regular inspections, maintaining high-quality control standards.
- Collaborated with engineers on projects, providing technical inputs on Basic designs and drawings.
- Ensured safety by adhering to standards and regulations in electrical installations.
- Assisted in designing electrical circuits, ensuring operational effectiveness.
- Develop and Review maintenance strategies and asset management standards via Meridium software.
- Participated in various training sessions to stay updated on industry changes and advancements.
- SAP transactions experience
- Qualified Category 1 Thermographer (IR scanning)
- Ensure that procedures are compiled and operational after project completion.
- Installation, maintenance and fault finding on Powerflex 700 series and WEG Variable Speed Drives (VSD)
- Installation, maintenance and fault finding Substation Battery Chargers.
- Installation, maintenance and fault finding on Chloride, SOCOMEC, Tower and APC Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS).
- Fault finding and maintenance on Allen West and ABB switch gears and motor control centres.
- Manage and document MOC's (Management of Change) to ensure compliance and traceability.
- Actively engage in PDA discussions, enhancing team communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Participate in RCA (Root Cause Analysis) discussions to identify underlying issues and prevent future occurrences
- Fault finding on LV systems such as conveyor belt systems, pumps, electrical control valves, dampers and fans.
- Shutdown planning & execution on EIS system.
- Supporting the Electrical foreman and Planner in preparing and scheduling daily maintenance jobs.
Electrical Artisan
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Coal Processing)
Secunda
09.2015 - 03.2019
- Repaired faulty equipment, resulting in minimal downtime.
- Improved safety standards by routinely inspecting electrical systems.
- Used hand and power tools proficiently during repair and installation duties.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks to reduce potential future issues.
- Trained newer recruits in the team, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls outs, reducing potential damage or loss.
- Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments, minimising risk to staff and visitors.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.
- Performed timely electrical system installation of conduit, wire, power distribution and motor controls.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Followed preventive maintenance schedule to maintain safe and effective electrical system operation.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians, providing diligent monitoring to ensure safe, quality workmanship.
- Maintained and tested fire alarm systems, ensuring faultless electrical function.
- Identified electrical faults quickly, enabling prompt repair.
- Tested electrical installations for performance and functionality.
Electrical Artisan
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Power Station)
Secunda
09.2007 - 10.2012
- Repaired faulty equipment such as motor control centres, motors, electrical controlled valves and dampers, lighting systems, resulting in minimal downtime.
- Electrical process and distribution switching.
- Carrying out preventative maintenance and break downs.
- Carried out reactive maintenance and repairs in time-critical environments.
- Conducted risk analyses and followed health and safety protocols.
- Tested electrical installations for performance and functionality.
Education
Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) - Electrical Engineering
University of South Africa
South Africa 02.2023 - 12.2024
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng 02.2013 - 11.2018
Electrical Trade (NQF Level 4) - Electrical Trade
Sasol Learning Center
Secunda, Mpumalanga 09.2005 - 08.2007
National Certificate (N2-N5) - Electrical Engineering
Ekurhuleni East College
Benoni, Gauteng 01.2002 - 06.2005
Matric -
Benoni High School
Benoni, Gauteng 01.2001 - 12.2001
Skills
- Fault-Finding techniques
- Computer Skills:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft power point presentation skills
SAP system
SPD Smart plant foundation
Meridium (software to create maintenance schedule on SAP)
Work bench (software to programme VSD)
Drive executive (software to program VSD)
MDRM (Used to create stock codes)
- Innovative thinking
- Use of measuring instruments
- Installing electrical systems
- Circuit analysis
- Schematic design understanding
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Electrical repair capability
- Desktop software usage
- Ethical integrity
- Power distribution knowledge
- Lighting installation expertise
- Team leadership and supervision
- Reporting and documentation
- Administrative office operations
- Equipment Maintenance
- Health and Safety Compliance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) - Electrical Engineering
University of South Africa
02.2023 - 12.2024
Electrical Technician II
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Gas Production)
04.2019 - Current
Electrical Artisan
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Coal Processing)
09.2015 - 03.2019
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
02.2013 - 11.2018
Electrical Artisan
Sasol Synfuels Operations (Power Station)
09.2007 - 10.2012
Electrical Trade (NQF Level 4) - Electrical Trade
Sasol Learning Center
09.2005 - 08.2007
National Certificate (N2-N5) - Electrical Engineering
Ekurhuleni East College
01.2002 - 06.2005
Matric -
Benoni High School
01.2001 - 12.2001
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