leonard mahao
Mechanical Fitter
Carletonville
Summary
Accomplished Mechanical Fitter at Drdgold Fwgr., recognized for enhancing equipment performance through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting. Expert in parts fitting and assembly, with a strong commitment to safety and quality. Demonstrated leadership by training junior fitters, fostering teamwork, and achieving significant cost savings through effective problem-solving and preventive measures.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Fitter
Drdgold Fwgr.
2017 - Current
- Took apart and reassembled complex devices.
- Safely operated machinery to avoid injuries and accidents and encouraged others to do same.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
- Reviewed finished equipment for accurate fit and assembly.
- Increased productivity with the timely replacement of worn parts and maintaining optimal machine conditions.
- Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established housekeeping procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring worker safety.
- Reduced downtime by diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues efficiently.
- Displayed strong problem-solving skills by swiftly identifying and implementing solutions to address mechanical malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Upheld the highest standards of quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations for precision, accuracy, and attention to detail in all tasks performed.
- Demonstrated expertise using various hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments for accurate job execution.
- Assisted in training junior mechanical fitters on proper techniques, fostering effective teamwork and skill development within the department.
- Identified potential issues and spoke with supervisors to immediately determine best methods for remediation.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in root cause analysis efforts aimed at identifying recurring mechanical failures or inefficiencies.
- Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.
- Achieved cost savings with the proactive identification of potential maintenance issues before they escalated into costly repairs or replacements.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Developed and coordinated effective predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance approaches.
Education
No Degree -
Wescol
Carletonville Skills
Parts fitting
Maintenance troubleshooting
Parts assembly
Power tools proficiency
Safe equipment handling
Equipment Repair
Safety procedures
Equipment installation
Machine alignment
Hand tools expertise
Welding
Electrical
Electrical circuit testing
Certification
Forklift and tower crane operator
Timeline
Mechanical Fitter
Drdgold Fwgr.
2017 - Current
No Degree -
Wescol