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HLOBISILE BHUDA

Artisan Fitter
Boksburg

Summary

Highly skilled Fitter experienced in mechanical assembly, installation, and maintenance. Proven expertise in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, utilizing precision tools, and maintaining quality control standards. A detail-oriented and self-driven professional with excellent problem-solving skills, able to work independently and collaboratively to drive technical excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Artisan Fitter

David Brown Santasalo
06.2023 - Current
  • Perform assembly, repairs, and fault finding on gearbox units.
  • Carry out the gearbox assembly work, which includes bearing fitment, coupling fitment, and hydraulic piping.
  • Perform test runs and commissioning of the fitting of gear units to ensure that engineering specifications are met.
  • Perform detailed inspections, such as backlash, end float, and contact marks, and laser aglinment of completed assemblies, ensuring adherence to quality standards and client requirements.
  • Operate all equipment and tooling required for the assembly of gearboxes and gear-related products, which includes overhead cranes, hydraulic presses, bearing heaters, and a center lathe.
  • Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and quality inspectors by providing timely and accurate information to achieve high-quality work and meet on-time delivery.
  • Collaborate in safe work practices by assisting safety reps in reporting hazards, near misses, and assisting my peers with first aid.

Fitter Apprentice

David Brown Santasalo
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted artisans in various mechanical equipment and machinery-related work to achieve work outputs.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various tools, such as grinders, drillers, and other power tools and equipment, such as bearing heaters and an overhead crane.
  • Learned to use measuring equipment, such as verniers, measuring tapes, and clock gauges.
  • Read sectional drawings and follow assembly instructions.
  • Maintained a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times.
  • Followed safe work practices, which includes risk identification and personal protective equipment.

Education

Mechanical Fitting N6 -

Kent Technical College
01-2025

Fitter Trade Certificate -

Seifsa Training Centre
01-2023

National Senior Certificate -

Botleng Secondary School
01-2018

Mechanical Fitting N4, N5 -

Ekurhuleni East Tvet College
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Proficient in interpreting technical drawings
  • Skilled in identifying and resolving technical faults
  • Understanding of safety regulations
  • Collaborative teamwork and ownership
  • Basic rigging and equipment upkeep
  • Effective communication skills
  • Effective use of equipment and machinery
  • Experienced in utilization of measuring tools and power tools

Certification

Driver’s license code C1

References

Litshani, Mabetha, Supervisor at DB Santasalo, 064 850 3437, DB Santasalo

Timeline

Laser Shaft Alignment, Yellotec Training Centre

08-2025
Driver’s license code C1
01-2025

Overhead crane license

01-2025

First Aid Level 1, AETA Training Solution

08-2023

Artisan Fitter

David Brown Santasalo
06.2023 - Current

Fitter Apprentice

David Brown Santasalo
01.2021 - 05.2023

Mechanical Fitting N4, N5 -

Ekurhuleni East Tvet College
04.2001 -

Mechanical Fitting N6 -

Kent Technical College

Fitter Trade Certificate -

Seifsa Training Centre

National Senior Certificate -

Botleng Secondary School

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