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LENGWE TEMBO

LENGWE TEMBO

Kapiri Mposhi

Summary

Resourceful and systematic electrical and electronics engineer experienced in maintenance, planning and managing electrical and electronics project lifecycle from planning phase to delivery and implementation. Polished in analyzing, troubleshooting and developing solutions. Consistently delivers engineering services to meet company, customer and statutory and regulatory specifications on time and within budget.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Alistair Group
Kapiri Mposhi
07.2018 - Current

Power electrical Roles

  • Evaluating installed electrical/mechanical equipment (3 -Phase machines\induction motors) and equipment to isolate faults and implement corrective actions - generators, compressors, brake bonding/brake testing machine and tyre changing machines (through maintenance pro software)
  • Planning layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Reviewing existing electrical and electronics engineering criteria (Such as 3 – phase induction motors, motor pumps, facility electrical wiring, contactors/relays and many more) to identify necessary revisions, deletions or amendments to outdated equipment
  • Working from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Identifying specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations and maintenance
  • Leveraged mastery of AutoCAD Electrical Toolset to develop and document electrical schematics.
  • Maintaining high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing and drilling of various types of installations.

Automotive roles

  • Designing and wiring harnesses to connect cars/trucks/trailers components (proximity sensors) and transmit electrical power throughout cars/trucks/trailers.
  • Conducting equipment inspections and performing equipment repairs to maintain optimal working conditions.
  • Testing starters, door controls and generators for proper functioning.
  • Installation of new wiring and connections to complete connections and bypass cable faults.
  • Installation and maintenance generator sets as standby power source
  • Measuring revolutions per minute (rpm) of the generators, amperage and voltage of units or parts to diagnose problems using ammeters, voltmeters and other testing devices.

Electronics/IT roles

  • Installation and maintenance/configuration of GPS units (VT10, FMB630 and FMB640 units) and cameras (View - i and Bluckview)on the company fleet.
  • Assisting HSSEQ department in reviewing footage of incident/accident on company fleet and history track records of the fleet
  • Resolving Internet and wireless and wired network access problems.
  • Supporting computer users with hardware, software, and connectivity issues on Windows
  • Helping IT team document core systems configurations, relevant passwords, and system access requirements.
  • Leveraging mastery of AutoCAD Electrical Toolset to develop and document electrical schematics.

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Kapiri Breweries
Kapiri Mposhi
02.2016 - 06.2018
  • Performed regular checkups of induction motors, motor pumps and standby power generators to prevent premature failures
  • Installed electrical wiring, induction motors/pumps in the plant and connected wires to circuit breakers, contactors, relays and power generators.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels and circuit breakers.
  • Launched troubleshooting and tests on equipment post-installation to confirm compatibility and safety of electrical systems.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning electrical and mechanical equipment and completed repairs
  • Measured and read DMM, meggers, micrometers and thickness gauges using electrical and mechanical testing instruments.
  • Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls and lighting.
  • Prepared technical documentation for operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of industrial systems.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.

Electrician Trainee

Tanzania Zambia Railways
Kapiri Mposhi
01.2013 - 04.2013
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
  • Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeter
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining and connecting wire.
  • Planned motor starter and control installations using codes and specs.
  • Applied knowledge of trade tools and reads and follows blueprints and wiring plans to projects.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.

Education

Diploma - Project Planning And Management

Handworths Institute of Health Sciences
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Information And Communication University
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2022

Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety

Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences
Lusaka, Zambia
07.2020

Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Northern Technical College
Ndola, Zambia
04.2015

Skills

  • Repair Work Planning
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Mechanical Repair
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Equipment Installation
  • Computerized Maintenance Management
  • Records Compilation and Maintenance
  • Network Hardware and Software Maintenance
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Affiliations

  • Engineering Institute of Zambia

Reference

Can be unveiled upon request

Work Availability

monday
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sunday
morning
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evening
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Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Alistair Group
07.2018 - Current

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Kapiri Breweries
02.2016 - 06.2018

Electrician Trainee

Tanzania Zambia Railways
01.2013 - 04.2013

Diploma - Project Planning And Management

Handworths Institute of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Information And Communication University

Certificate - Occupational Health And Safety

Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences

Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Northern Technical College
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