Hlenginwe Mabunda
Johannesburg
Summary
Results-driven Semi-Skilled Electrician with extensive experience at Kotani Projects (Pty) Ltd. Proficient in circuit breaker testing and transformer commissioning, I excel in fault finding and preventative maintenance. Committed to safety and compliance, I effectively document results while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Semi-Skilled Electrician
Kotani Projects (Pty) Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2024
- Installed and terminated cables, lugs, and terminal blocks according to circuit diagrams.
- Conducted wiring checks, ring-outs, and defect correction on switchgear boards.
- Tested CTs/VTs for insulation resistance, winding resistance, and excitation characteristics.
- Commissioned circuit breakers (6.6 kV and 11 kV), including insulation, loop resistance, minimum voltage, and speed tests.
- Performed transformer commissioning: polarity (Dyn11), impedance, winding resistance, and temperature device calibration.
- Configured and tested GE F650/MM300 relays with Omicron CPC 100 and CMC 356; simulated fault currents, and verified trip signals.
- Maintained UPS and battery systems: voltage/density checks, capacity tests, and ripple effect analysis.
- Consistently adhered to safety standards, and documented all test results for compliance.
Education
Trade Test (Red Seal) - Electrician
Indlela Trade Test Centre
Olifantsfontein, South Africa03-2025
N1 – N4 - N1 – N4 Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
Tshwane South TVET College
Pretoria, South Africa12-2020
High School Diploma -
Giyani High School, Limpopo
Giyani, South Africa12-2017
Skills
- 3‑Phase & Single‑Phase Wiring
- Switchgear Protection & Control
- Circuit Breaker Testing (66kV & 11kV)
- Transformer Commissioning (HV/LV)
- CT/VT Testing & Commissioning
- Relay Testing (GE F650/MM300
- UPS & Battery Systems Maintenance
- Fault Finding & Preventative Maintenance
- Electrical Tools & Equipment (Omicron CPC 100, CMC 356, CT Analyzer, ACTAS P6, Yokogawa Calibrator)
- SANS 10142‑1 Compliance
- Motor Control Circuits
- Conduit Work & Cable Management
Timeline
Semi-Skilled Electrician
Kotani Projects (Pty) Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2024
Trade Test (Red Seal) - Electrician
Indlela Trade Test Centre
N1 – N4 - N1 – N4 Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
Tshwane South TVET College
High School Diploma -
Giyani High School, Limpopo