Hi, I’m
CALVIN GOTHAM
QA/QC Inspector
Phoenix, Durban
Summary
I have had the opportunity to work for nearly two decades in the mechanical engineering environment, during which I have been able to work my way up the levels of management and which is a testimony to my enthusiasm for working hard and the opportunities provided to me by my employers. I can adapt and remain versatile, having worked in multiple African countries on several projects. These experiences have allowed me to interact and work with different people.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages
Work History
IWCSasol Secunda
QA/QC INSPECTOR
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Inspections responsibilities as per relevant code
- Field & fit up inspections.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.
- Daily meetings with various stakeholders on site.
- Conducting civil QS verifications.
JOHN THOMPSON BOILERSRichards Bay
QA/QC INSPECTOR/SUPERVISOR
08.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Proposed and implemented improvements to reduce errors and rejected items.
- Inspected products, components and materials for defects and compliance with tolerance standards.
- Utilized visual inspection techniques as well as performing detailed measurements with hand-held tools and devices.
MURRAY & ROBERTS POWER AND ENERGYSecunda
FIELD ENGINEER
06.2018 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Conducted Pre and Post Hydro Punches on Process,
- Pressure Piping and Mechanical Equipment According to QMS 360 with the integrated management team and Owners team
John ThompsonNchalo
QA/QC Inspector
08.2016 - 04.2017
Jonh ThompsonMhlume Sugar Mill
QA/QC INSPECTOR/SUPERVISOR
02.2015 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Inspection responsibilities as per relevant code:-
- Field, Visual and Fit Up
- Compiling QA/QC Documents
- Test Packages Completion
- Punching of Boilers
- Re-installation of Boilers
- Material Inspection
- Material Traceability
- Maintaining All QA Registers
- Compiling, Reviewing and Submitting of Test Packages
- Welder's Qualification Tests: Q.C.P., W.P.S
- P.Q.R and welder's qualification
KENTZ ENGINEERS AND CONSTRUCTORSSecunda
QA/QC INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL/PIPING ANDSTRUCTURAL
01.2013 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Gherr East Project / Air, Liquid and Solar Project
Nickle & Cobalt ProjectAmbatovy
QC INSPECTOR
05.2011 - 02.2012
Shesha EngineeringDurban Phoenix
BOILER MAKER/WELDER
02.2007 - 03.2010
Hydra-arc/DB Thermal
MECHANICAL/PIPING SUPERVISOR
03.2006 - 09.2006
Job overview
- Mosselbay - LESEDI PROJECT (Fuel, Gas, Turbines / New Mosselbay Power
- Station, Responsible for both piping and mechanical activities with projects in the turnaround
- Piping consisted of different materials Le
- Stainless steel/carbon steel one and quarter chrome molly and five chrome molly
- Pipe sizes from half inch to twenty-four inch
- PMI testing done for material verification (3rd party company)
- Mechanical activities carried out was statutory inspections with senior I.P.E
- Inspectors on new and "in service vessels, columns, exchangers and furnaces
- The tumaround consisted of replacement of primary and secondary cyclones Inside regenerator and reactor - Responsible for all inspections on all in-service mechanical equipment with competent persons
- Discovery work carried out in initial recommendation of repair reports
- Ensuring repairs carried out with correct approvals and ensured appropriate NDT carried out
Turnaround, UNIPOWER NATAL
BOILER MAKING/WELDER
04.1995 - 11.2006
Job overview
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Education
Phoenix Technical Secondary, Durban
Matriculated
01.1989 - 02.1994
Skills
Computer Literacyundefined
Timeline
QA/QC INSPECTOR
IWC
11.2021 - Current
QA/QC INSPECTOR/SUPERVISOR
JOHN THOMPSON BOILERS
08.2020 - 01.2021
FIELD ENGINEER
MURRAY & ROBERTS POWER AND ENERGY
06.2018 - 01.2020
QA/QC Inspector
John Thompson
08.2016 - 04.2017
QA/QC INSPECTOR/SUPERVISOR
Jonh Thompson
02.2015 - 05.2016
QA/QC INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL/PIPING ANDSTRUCTURAL
KENTZ ENGINEERS AND CONSTRUCTORS
01.2013 - 05.2014
QC INSPECTOR
Nickle & Cobalt Project
05.2011 - 02.2012
BOILER MAKER/WELDER
Shesha Engineering
02.2007 - 03.2010
MECHANICAL/PIPING SUPERVISOR
Hydra-arc/DB Thermal
03.2006 - 09.2006
BOILER MAKING/WELDER
Turnaround, UNIPOWER NATAL
04.1995 - 11.2006
Phoenix Technical Secondary
Matriculated
01.1989 - 02.1994
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