Kamogelo Molokwane
Pretoria
Summary
Wind Turbine Technician with extensive experience at Flex Wind South Africa, specializing in cabling and root cause analysis. Demonstrated success in enhancing team performance through effective communication and technical support. Strong commitment to safety compliance and equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal turbine efficiency in renewable energy projects. Proficient in inspecting, evaluating, and performing maintenance on turbines, with a focus on troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Turbine Technician
Flex Wind South Africa
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all installation activities.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues.
Assisted in the installation of new wind turbine units at various sites.
Trained junior technicians on proper safety protocols and equipment handling.
Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
Replaced faulty electrical components such as switches, fuses and circuit breakers.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress of tasks assigned.
Aligned rotor blades according to manufacturer specifications.
Maintained detailed records of work performed for each turbine.
Troubleshot technical issues using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
Disassembled malfunctioning parts and replaced them with new ones.
Installed new control systems to improve efficiency of turbines.
Performed root cause analysis on wind turbine tower component failures.
Responded quickly to emergency repairs when needed.
Analyzed blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine tools and parts needed to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Conducted routine checks on mechanical parts such as gears, brakes, bearings and blades.
Provided technical support for other technicians when needed.
Conducted routine inspections on wind turbine systems and components.
10.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all installation activities.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues.
- Assisted in the installation of new wind turbine units at various sites.
- Trained junior technicians on proper safety protocols and equipment handling.
- Climbed towers daily to inspect, troubleshoot and repair turbine equipment.
- Replaced faulty electrical components such as switches, fuses and circuit breakers.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress of tasks assigned.
- Aligned rotor blades according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained detailed records of work performed for each turbine.
- Troubleshot technical issues using specialized diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Disassembled malfunctioning parts and replaced them with new ones.
- Installed new control systems to improve efficiency of turbines.
- Performed root cause analysis on wind turbine tower component failures.
- Responded quickly to emergency repairs when needed.
- Analyzed blueprints and schematic diagrams to determine tools and parts needed to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Conducted routine checks on mechanical parts such as gears, brakes, bearings and blades.
- Provided technical support for other technicians when needed.
- Conducted routine inspections on wind turbine systems and components.
Wind Turbine technician
FairWind Installation (Pty) Ltd
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Worked with team members to install and maintain equipment.
Performed job tasks while complying with company's safety procedures and guidelines.
Followed detailed instructions while installing new equipment in accordance with industry standards.
Provided feedback to supervisors regarding any potential problems encountered during installations or repairs.
Ensured that all cables were securely connected and labeled correctly during the installation process.
Hoisted, measured, tested and drilled for various products safely and efficiently.
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Worked with team members to install and maintain equipment.
- Performed job tasks while complying with company's safety procedures and guidelines.
- Followed detailed instructions while installing new equipment in accordance with industry standards.
- Provided feedback to supervisors regarding any potential problems encountered during installations or repairs.
- Ensured that all cables were securely connected and labeled correctly during the installation process.
- Hoisted, measured, tested and drilled for various products safely and efficiently.
Sales Technician
Provided technical support to customers during product demonstrations.
Collaborated with sales team to identify customer needs and solutions.
Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure equipment reliability.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product specifications.
Assisted in creating promotional materials for new products and services.
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided technical support to customers during product demonstrations.
- Collaborated with sales team to identify customer needs and solutions.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure equipment reliability.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product specifications.
- Assisted in creating promotional materials for new products and services.
Wind Turbine Technician
Flex wind South Africa (Pty) Ltd
05.2023 - 11.2023
Wind Turbine Generator Technician
Azari Wind (Pty) Ltd.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Technician assistant
Factory Automation and Engineering
Assisted technicians with equipment assembly and installation tasks.
Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues in production systems.
Operated machinery under supervision, following established safety protocols.
Communicated effectively with team members to streamline workflow processes.
Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
Assisted in the development of training materials for users on how to use the computer system effectively.
Installed, tested, and configured network routers, switches, hubs, firewalls, and other networking devices.
Received and processed incoming customer service calls.
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisted technicians with equipment assembly and installation tasks.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues in production systems.
- Operated machinery under supervision, following established safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for users on how to use the computer system effectively.
- Installed, tested, and configured network routers, switches, hubs, firewalls, and other networking devices.
- Received and processed incoming customer service calls.
HVAC Technician Assistant
Kimcool Projects
Installed and repaired HVAC systems in residential and commercial settings.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on heating and cooling units.
Diagnosed mechanical issues in HVAC systems using advanced tools and techniques.
Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
Educated clients on proper HVAC system usage and maintenance practices.
Ensured compliance with safety standards during service operations.
Managed inventory of HVAC parts and equipment for timely repairs.
Responded to service calls promptly to troubleshoot system failures.
Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Installed and repaired HVAC systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on heating and cooling units.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in HVAC systems using advanced tools and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Educated clients on proper HVAC system usage and maintenance practices.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during service operations.
- Managed inventory of HVAC parts and equipment for timely repairs.
- Responded to service calls promptly to troubleshoot system failures.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to ensure peak performance and energy efficiency.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts such as compressors, motors, fans and other components in heating and cooling systems.
- Installed, repaired and maintained residential HVAC equipment, including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps and duct systems.
- Cleaned evaporator coils, condensate drains and blower wheels to maintain optimal efficiency of the unit.
- Documented all repair work performed on HVAC units according to company standards.
- Checked pressure readings on gauges connected to the system in order to diagnose any malfunctions.
- Replaced worn out filters at regular intervals to improve air quality inside the premises.
- Inspected electrical wiring of existing HVAC systems to identify potential problems and safety hazards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Electrical trade theory & Industrial Electronics
Tshwane North College
PretoriaPretoria
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering Drawing, Mathematics & Mechano Technology
Denver College
PretoriaPretoria
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing & Fitting and turning
Tshwane South College
PretoriaPretoria
Matric - Grade 12
Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz
Pretoria, South AfricaPretoria, South Africa
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Effective communication
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Navigation skills
- Hand and power tools
- Technical drawings
- Technical writing
- Working at heights
- Confident workspace management
- Manual handling
- Fire safety awareness
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Programming and configuration
- Loading and unloading
- Mechanical and electrical skills
- Independent work
- Team collaboration
- Technical support
- Root cause analysis
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Control systems installation
- Training and mentorship
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Fall protection training
- Schematics reading
- Wind farm construction
- Confined space entry
- Power tools usage
- Stress tolerance
- Environmental awareness
- Wind turbine commissioning
- Rigging equipment
- Renewable energy
- Lockout-tagout procedures
Personal Information
Driving License: Code 10 PrDP
Certification
- PLC - CoDeSys, Festo, certified to program, install, and test a CoDeSys programmable logic controller, 38149
- Code Space, Programming Fundamentals
- Global Wind Organisation: Winda ID: KM042927ZA
- GWO, BST, and service lift user
- GWO BTT, hydraulics, electrical, mechanical, and installation
- Vestas safety introduction for technicians, installation, Vestas add-on level D tower installation, fire prevention awareness, electrical safety for ordinary electrical personnel, installation of Vestas ice detection system, ITH smart tools, ITH basic smart tools for tower flange stud bolts, ITH semi-auto smart tools for tower flange stud bolts
- NPORS, Operator S001A Construction Safety Awareness course
- CSCS, laborer - assessed route
- Medical Certificate of Fitness Annexure 3
- Oil and Energy UK Medical Certificate (OEUK)
- Chester step
- Opito BOSIET (CA-EBS)
- OPITO Basic H2S
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
C1
Xhosa
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Wind Turbine Technician
Flex Wind South Africa
10.2024 - Current
Wind Turbine technician
FairWind Installation (Pty) Ltd
03.2024 - 09.2024
Sales Technician
Provided technical support to customers during product demonstrations.
Collaborated with sales team to identify customer needs and solutions.
Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure equipment reliability.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product specifications.
Assisted in creating promotional materials for new products and services.
11.2023 - 03.2024
Wind Turbine Technician
Flex wind South Africa (Pty) Ltd
05.2023 - 11.2023
Wind Turbine Generator Technician
Azari Wind (Pty) Ltd.
08.2020 - 05.2021
Technician assistant
Factory Automation and Engineering
07.2018 - 08.2019
HVAC Technician Assistant
Kimcool Projects
01.2017 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Electrical trade theory & Industrial Electronics
Tshwane North College
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering Drawing, Mathematics & Mechano Technology
Denver College
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing & Fitting and turning
Tshwane South College
Matric - Grade 12
Hoërskool Gerrit Maritz