Brody Delport
Mechanical Fitter / NDT Technician
Durban,South Africa
Summary
Versatile Mechanical Technician who is skillful in troubleshooting with top-notch repair knowledge and technical expertise. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation to assess scope and develop repair strategy. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records and attention to detail. Also, Hardworking and passionate jobseeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure mid-level NDT Technican position in construction environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician /Mechanical Fitter
Bakhresa SA (Pty) Ltd
Durban , Kwazulu-Natal
06.2021 - Current
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Performed mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
NDT Technician
NJM Heat Treatment & NDE Services
Sasolburgh, Freestate
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Calibrated and maintained over a number of pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
Vehicle Maintenance Technician
Dals Benz Auto Centre
Richards Bay , Kwazulu-Natal
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
NDT Technician
Swift Human Resources (Petro SA)
Mossel Bay , Western Cape
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Calibrated and maintained over a number of pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
NDT Technician
Stanley Inspection (De-tect South Africa)
Durban, Kwazulu-Natal
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Calibrated and maintained over a number of pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
NDT Technician
Stanley Inspection (De-tect South Africa)
Durban, Kwazulu-Natal
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Calibrated and maintained over a number of pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify and remedy mechanical concerns.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
NDT Technician
High Profile Inspection Authority
Durban, Kwazulu-Natal
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Used sonic measurements to map presence of imperfections within objects.
- Conducted liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes, cleaning excess penetrants and applying developers.
- Calibrated and maintained over a number of pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Evaluated and reported inner structure and flaws by preparing scaled diagrams pinpointing defects.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Assessed testing processes on continuous basis to verify compliance with federal safety regulations.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
Mechanical Fitter
PW Engineering
Durban , Kwazulu-Natal
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Prepared and installed exchangers and vessels.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Collaborated with coworkers, discussing assembly and needed product adjustments.
- Coordinated installation of systems, machinery and components.
NDT Assistant
High Profile Inspection Authority
Durban , Kwazulu-Natal
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Created radiographic images to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
- Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.
- Communicated effectively various entities, including employees and upper management, via both written and verbal means to convey concerns, status updates and other pertinent information.
- Used radiographic techniques to produce images of objects on film.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grosvenor Boys High School
Durban 01.2010 - 12.2014
NDT Certificate - Liquid Penetrant Testing Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
Durban 08.2016 - 11.2016
NDT Certificate - Magnetic Particle Testing Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
Durban 08.2016 - 11.2016
NDT Certififcate - Wall Thickness Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
Durban 08.2016 - 11.2016
Trade Test - Mechanical Fitter
Multi Skill Training Centre
Durban 10.2020 - 12.2021
Skills
Mechanical systems maintenance
Strong mechanical aptitude
Maintenance and troubleshooting
Servicing mechanical equipment
Magnetic particle testing
Hand and power tools
Diagnostic skills
Certification
Trade Test Mechanical Fitter
References
Melody Norris: +27793273723 / +27357512081
Gys Meyer: +27799711631 / +27113926662
Piet Swaart: +27766465920
Timeline
Maintenance Technician /Mechanical Fitter
Bakhresa SA (Pty) Ltd
06.2021 - Current
NDT Technician
NJM Heat Treatment & NDE Services
02.2021 - 04.2021
Trade Test Mechanical Fitter
12-2020
Trade Test - Mechanical Fitter
Multi Skill Training Centre
10.2020 - 12.2021
NDT Technician
Swift Human Resources (Petro SA)
09.2018 - 11.2018
Vehicle Maintenance Technician
Dals Benz Auto Centre
08.2018 - 11.2020
NDT Technician
Stanley Inspection (De-tect South Africa)
08.2018 - 09.2018
NDT Technician
Stanley Inspection (De-tect South Africa)
08.2017 - 09.2017
NDT Technician
High Profile Inspection Authority
11.2016 - 05.2017
Liquid Penetrant Testing Level II
11-2016
Magnetic Particle Testing Level II
11-2016
Wall Thickness Testing Level II
11-2016
NDT Certificate - Liquid Penetrant Testing Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
08.2016 - 11.2016
NDT Certificate - Magnetic Particle Testing Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
08.2016 - 11.2016
NDT Certififcate - Wall Thickness Level II
Non-destructive Academy of South Africa
08.2016 - 11.2016
Mechanical Fitter
PW Engineering
02.2016 - 10.2016
NDT Assistant
High Profile Inspection Authority
07.2015 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Grosvenor Boys High School
01.2010 - 12.2014