KARABO EPHRAIM MOLEKWA
Chemical Engineer
Pretoria
Summary
I am a diligent and driven chemical engineering graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering Technology from the University of Johannesburg, currently pursuing an honors degree at the University of Pretoria. Equipped with a strong foundation in chemical engineering fundamentals, I am eager to leverage my acquired skills and traits to contribute effectively to your team. I am seeking an opportunity to showcase my capabilities and make a meaningful impact in a chemical engineering role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Chemical Engineer Vacation Work Student
Rand Refinery Limited
2023.11 - 2023.12
- Research gold bar production processes
- Compiled information on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Collaborated to gather insights for the report
- Melting of kilobar on the CIF furnace using moulds as per production
- Weigh and grind gold bar to correct mass
- Melting large bars on the CIF furnace
- Clean gold bars for quality inspection
- Melting of gold granules
- Produced a report for the plant
- Observed granulation process
- Understanding of Electro-gold process hazards and risks
- Investigated demineralised and Tap water for gold polishing
Radio Presenter
Inakekelo Community radio station
2021.12 - 2022.02
- Presented a news bulletin
- Presented a talk show
- Interviewed a guest
- Conducted a phone-in
- Content Producer
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc Applied Sciences) Honours in Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Pretoria/Universiteit Van Pretoria
2024.01 -
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEng Tech) in Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
2021.01 - 2023.04
Matriculation (Grade 12) - undefined
Senzangakhona Secondary School
Skills
Proficient in verbal and written communication
Proficient in chemical process design, data analysis, and optimization
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
Experience with process simulation software (eg, COCO, Polymath, OpenLCA, MATLAB)
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Access)
Skilled in laboratory techniques and conducting experiments
Ability to write Technical Written Reports
Deadline conscious and working under pressure
Familiarity with safety protocols and hazard analysis
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication abilities
Strong organizational and time management skills
Team player and Attention to detail
Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance
Initiative and tenacity
Awards Licenses Certifications
- Rand Refinery Bursary Award, Associated with attaining the BSc Hons (Applied Sci.) Chemical Engineering degrees, University of Pretoria, 2024
- CESA Representative Leadership Award, Chemical Engineering Students Association (CESA), Department of Chemical Engineering Technology, 09/01/23
- Third-Year Top Achiever Award, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE) University of Johannesburg, 09/01/23
- Rand Refinery Bursary Award, Associated with attaining the BEngTech Chemical Engineering degrees, University of Johannesburg, 06/01/23 - 11/30/23
- Nedbank Bursary Award, Associated with attaining the BEngTech Chemical Engineering degrees, University of Johannesburg, 02/01/23 - 05/31/23
- Mining Qualification Authority (MQA) Bursary Award, Associated with BEngTech Chemical Engineering, University of Johannesburg, 2021 - 2022
References
Senior | Maria Madibela, Projects Supervisor, Rand Refinery, Mariam@gold.co.za
Timeline
Bachelor of Science (BSc Applied Sciences) Honours in Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Pretoria/Universiteit Van Pretoria
2024.01 -
Chemical Engineer Vacation Work Student
Rand Refinery Limited
2023.11 - 2023.12
Radio Presenter
Inakekelo Community radio station
2021.12 - 2022.02
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEng Tech) in Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
2021.01 - 2023.04
Matriculation (Grade 12) - undefined
Senzangakhona Secondary School