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Dimakatso Sharon Matlala

Electrician
Rustenburg

Summary

  • Experienced Electrician: "Licensed Electrician with 3+ years of experience in commercial and residential systems. Seeking to leverage expertise in troubleshooting and, safety compliance, and electrical design to improve operational efficiency at your company.
  • General/Industrial: "Hard-working and ethically minded electrician with 3+ years of experience seeking to utilize exceptional electrical systems knowledge and customer service expertise to improve a company's bottom line by installing and repairing electronic systems that meet regulations".
  • Apprentice/Entry Level: "Motivated electrical apprentice with 3 year of field experience and 200+ hours of hands-on training. Eager to contribute to your company by applying knowledge of NEC codes and assisting with, residential wiring projects to gain, further skills".
  • I am writing to express my keen interest in the Electrician position at your company, as advertised. With my 3+ years of experience as a qualified electrician and a strong background in administrative support, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and organizational efficiency to the team.
  • In my previous role at previous companies , I not only installed and maintained complex electrical systems but also took initiative in coordinating service schedules, managing inventory, and improving client communication. My ability to handle both the technical demands of the job and the administrative documentation—such as safety compliance logs and project reports.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Acting Electrician

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Preventative Maintenance: Conducting routine inspections on transformers, circuit breakers, motors, and underground substations to prevent outages.
  • Fault Finding & Repair: Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical issues in complex machinery, including variable frequency drives (VFDs) and, occasionally, PLC systems.
  • Installations and services: installation of electrical equipments , maintain, diagnose, and repair high/low voltage electrical equipment, underground power lines, substations, and machinery (conveyors,scraper winches,ventilation fans,rig boxes, drills,submersible pumps).
  • Infrastructure Support: Installing and repairing power cables, lighting systems, and ventilation systems.
  • Equipment Overhaul: Replacing electrical components, repairing flameproof switchgear, and managing electrical mining equipment.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensuring all electrical installations, such as power sleds and substations, adhere to National Electrical Code and local mining regulations.
  • Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed, accurate, and up-to-date records for all maintenance tasks and equipment installations.

Electrician apprenticeship

Sibanye stillwater
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Maintenance & Repairs: Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on fixed equipment such as scraper winches ,submersible pumps, ventilation fans and mobile equipment such as Locomotives.
  • Diagnostics: Using tools to test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical faults.
  • Installation: Setting up electrical apparatus, cabling, and substations. New installation and forward/backward moves of winches, new installations of ventilation fans and other electrical equipments.
  • Safety & Compliance: Conducting, signing off, and reporting on daily safety inspections to meet site, environmental, and legal regulations.
  • Infrastructure Support: Maintaining, extending, and repairing cables, ventilation fans, and dewatering pumps.

Plant operator

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
12.2013 - 12.2019
  • Process Operation & Control: Operating, monitoring, and adjusting fixed plant equipment (crushers, mills, screens, flotation cells, filters) to maximize throughput and mineral recovery.
  • Control Room Operations: Monitoring plant performance via DCS (Distributed Control System) or SCADA, including checking gauges, dials, and alarms to maintain optimal operating conditions.
  • Maintenance & Inspection: Performing routine inspections, identifying and reporting equipment defects, assisting maintenance crews during breakdowns, and conducting minor maintenance tasks.
  • Sampling & Quality Control: Taking samples of ore, slurry, or concentrate for laboratory analysis to ensure product quality.
  • Reagent Management: Mixing and dosing chemical reagents required for the flotation process.
  • Safety & Housekeeping: Adhering to safety protocols (SHERQ, OSHA), performing risk assessments, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free work environment.
  • Documentation: Recording operational data, such as production rates, equipment downtime, and maintenance logs.

HR Administrator

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
11.2012 - 11.2013
  • Record Management: Maintaining, updating, and securing physical and digital employee records, including personal data, leaves, and attendance.
  • Onboarding & Recruitment Support: Assisting with job postings, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and preparing new hire onboarding kits and contracts.
  • Payroll & Benefits Assistance: Gathering data (e.g., hours worked, vacation time) for payroll processing and assisting with employee benefits enrollment and queries.
  • Administrative Support: Handling, scanning, and filing documents, answering employee HR-related inquiries, and managing the HR department’s correspondence.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Ensuring compliance with labor laws (e.g., I-9 forms), monitoring attendance, and preparing HR reports on metrics like turnover or sick leave.
  • Qualification verification using MIE system. Arranging of interview venues liaising with panel members (HR Consultants) in charge of the position.
  • Engaging the successful candidates for specific position on the system liaising payroll department, Hospital and time management using the company procedure.
  • Generating interview confirmation letters and sending them to the applicant invited for the interview to confirm their interview venue and time (for thorough detail) Provide guidance and advice in terms of policies, collective agreements, standards and procedures.
  • Be involved in recruitment process flow as might be required Assist with the identification of candidates and completion of necessary documents for employee development Liaise with Payroll and Time Management Ensure that relevant employee documentation to SAP / Payroll is checked prior to processing through Time Management.

Data capture

Sibanye stillwater [Lonmin Platinum Mine]
02.2012 - 10.2012
  • Data Entry & Maintenance: Accurately inputting, updating, and managing high volumes of data, such as risk incidents, compliance documents, or audit findings, into databases or spreadsheets.
  • Data Verification & Quality Control: Reviewing and cross-checking data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency to identify and correct errors.
  • Reporting: Generating, compiling, and submitting daily, weekly, or monthly reports for risk management committees.
  • Compliance Support: Ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Documentation: Managing records, including scanning, indexing, and filing of documents.

Group Assistant

SA Post Office
11.2009 - 12.2011

Executive Support & Administration:Diary & Inbox Management: Organizing, planning, and managing the GM’s calendar, appointments, and email correspondence to maximize productivity.
Meeting Coordination: Scheduling, organizing, and facilitating internal and external meetings, workshops, and site visits.
Documentation & Reporting: Drafting, editing, and formatting reports, presentations, agendas, and minutes for the infrastructure team.
Records Management: Maintaining and updating electronic document management systems (e.g., in local government contexts).

Operational & Infrastructure Project Support:Project Monitoring: Tracking project milestones, deadlines, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure projects are delivered on time.
Financial Administration: Assisting with budget preparation, expense tracking, and monitoring compliance with financial delegations.
Contractor & Vendor Liaison: Coordinating with contractors and service providers for infrastructure-related tasks.
Site Visit Coordination: Assisting with the logistics for site inspections.

Communication & Stakeholder Liaison:Internal Communication: Serving as a primary point of contact between the GM and the broader team or other departments.
External Stakeholder Engagement: Managing communications with external stakeholders, including government bodies, contractors, and the public.

Group Assistant

Council For Scientific And Industrial Research
02.2008 - 09.2009

  • Recruitment & Onboarding: Post job openings, screen resumes, schedule interviews, coordinate background checks, and prepare onboarding materials for new hires.
  • Administrative & Data Management: Maintain accurate, confidential employee records (digital and physical), manage employee databases, and update organograms.
  • Payroll & Benefits Support: Assist in processing payroll, track employee attendance, leave, and PTO, and address queries regarding benefits.
  • Employee Relations & Communication: Act as a liaison between staff and management, resolve inquiries promptly, and support performance management processes.
  • Policy & Compliance: Assist the HR Manager in updating company policies, ensuring legal compliance, and managing documentation for audits.
  • Office Coordination: Manage HR calendars, schedule meetings, and handle employee termination procedures (e.g., exit interviews, equipment recovery).
  • Coordinate Travel arrangements by ensuring best prices are sourced.
  • Take notes or minutes of meetings. Coordinate Workshops and Conferences by ensuring quotes are received, compared to budget and best prices negotiated. Confirm booking and arrange payment.
  • Prepare agenda, send out related info regarding the workshop / conference.
  • Ensure that minutes are typed and distributed after the workshop / conference are completed.
  • Control stationary office by ensuring correct stock and quantity is kept.

Education

Electrician trade certificate - Red Seal Section 26D

Sibanye Stillwater Academy
Kloof, South Africa
04.2001 -

N6 certificate - electrical engineering

Tshwane South college
01-2010

Diploma - Business information technology

Rosebank College
Pretoria
04.2001 -

Grade 12 -

Ramatshagalala High School
Dennilton
01-2001

Skills

Installations and repairs Troubleshooting and diagnosing Schematics reading Analyzing situations and making sound decisions Efficiently planning and completing projects on schedule Willingness to learn and stay updated with evolving technologies and practices

Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and solve complex electrical issues Attention to Detail: Meticulous focus on precision and accuracy Communication: Clearly explaining technical concepts to clients and team members Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with a team Critical Thinking: Analyzing situations and making sound decisions Time Management: Efficiently planning and completing projects on schedule Adaptability: Willingness to learn and stay updated with evolving technologies and practices

Time management

Electrical experience

Electrical testing

Electrical component repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Circuit testing

Personal information

  • Nationality: South african
  • Religion: Christian
  • Gender: Female
  • Driving Licence: C1
  • Place: Marikana
  • Date of birth: February 18,1981
  • Marital status: Unmarried

Timeline

Acting Electrician

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
03.2024 - 11.2024

Electrician apprenticeship

Sibanye stillwater
03.2021 - 03.2024

Plant operator

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
12.2013 - 12.2019

HR Administrator

Sibanye Stillwater Platinum Mine
11.2012 - 11.2013

Data capture

Sibanye stillwater [Lonmin Platinum Mine]
02.2012 - 10.2012

Group Assistant

SA Post Office
11.2009 - 12.2011

Group Assistant

Council For Scientific And Industrial Research
02.2008 - 09.2009

Electrician trade certificate - Red Seal Section 26D

Sibanye Stillwater Academy
04.2001 -

Diploma - Business information technology

Rosebank College
04.2001 -

N6 certificate - electrical engineering

Tshwane South college

Grade 12 -

Ramatshagalala High School
Dimakatso Sharon MatlalaElectrician