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LOVEMORE DZAPASI

LOVEMORE DZAPASI

Reeds Centurion

Summary

Mechanical, Manufacturing and Projects Engineer seeking position in a firm to utilize 10 years of experience in designing, developing, testing and evaluating integrated systems for managing production and increase firm’s output

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Service Project Engineer

GEA Africa Pty Ltd
02.2021 - Current
  • Formalize a detailed proposal based on the client’s requirements, best practices & providing a well-engineered solution on Industrial Ammonia plants
  • Conduct project Sales i.e
  • Meeting with clients, establishing their requirements, developing a solution, costing the engineering scope, developing proposals, presentations, etc
  • And then presenting & negotiating the proposal with the client(s)
  • Review solution and engineering for SANS compliance, engineering principles, GEA standards, client contract requirements and related specifications
  • Conduct and arrange plant surveys to establish current installed equipment and to identify areas of improvement
  • Promote the GEA brand and values
  • Coordinate preparation and delivery of project deliverables, engineering, operating & maintenance documents
  • Plan and implement a project program, including defining the project philosophy, activities, milestones, and resource requirements, as per the project & client requirement
  • Evaluate engineering changes, specifications and drawing releases and update accordingly with the drawing and technical department
  • Controlling external contractors in order to fulfill the task at a client site taking all Health & Safety specifications into account
  • Keep track of ETA’s, equipment delivered, and material required in order to meet deadlines
  • Coordinate preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design, operating, and maintenance documents based on sales contract
  • Monitor quality of work carried out on site and ensure quality assurance of external contractors
  • Prepare project completion documentation as hand over for client acceptance
  • Ensure that pre-start up documentation and commissioning reports are completed by commissioning staff
  • Monitor and report on sales & project statistics
  • Follow up and ensure that the invoicing and administrative closing of projects are completed
  • Ensure that commissioning is done to GEA standards and within the performance requirement as per the sales contract
  • Identify additional business opportunities.

Project Engineer

GPWG Engineering PTY LTD
10.2019 - 01.2021

Projects Manager

WANGA POWER PROJECTS
06.2013 - 09.2019
  • Projects:
  • Design, Repair and Maintenance of HVAC, Fire Suppression, Plumping Systems and Electrical works for Free State Provincial Buildings (Fidel Castrol, O.R Tambo and PACOFS

04.2016 - 03.2019
  • Managing a team of plumbers and electricians to ensure all installations are carried out on time and with quality
  • Procurement of resources and materials for the projects
  • Communicating with all stakeholders involved in the projects
  • Preparation of invoices for submission to client monthly
  • Business development within the region and ensuring organizational growth.

10.2015 - 09.2018
  • Repair and maintenance of Chillers, air handling units, cooling towers, extraction fans, VRVs, Pumps, Split unit air conditioners, Ducting, Fan Coil Units and BMS controls for Domestic, CTB, Cargo and International Terminals
  • Ensure service of all HVAC equipment monthly
  • Conducting daily plant room checks for all equipment serviced
  • Arranging meetings with client on investigations
  • Ensuring of safety standards are met as required by Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA)
  • Preparation of monthly service reports to client and management
  • Processing of work orders and Preventive Maintenance reports
  • Managing project administration
  • Managing projects risks including development of contingency plans to meet project milestones
  • Liaison with projects clients to assure the overall direction and integrity of the project
  • Engaging and managing subcontractors on site
  • Managing and coordinating of 6 site technicians and 20 site assistant technicians to ensure maintenance and repairs are carried out as per the maintenance plan
  • Project Value: R 54 157 000.90
  • Retrofitting, designing and upgrading of pump stations and water treatment works within Builtfontein and Hoopstad

08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Directing, managing, and motivating the project teams
  • Refurbishment of ductwork, air handling units and circulating pumps
  • Installation of new split unit air conditioners, cooling towers, secondary hot water pumps, diffusers, grilles, and insulation of ducting
  • Installation of extraction fans and fire sprinkler system controls
  • Installation of new Variable Speed Drives for all the air handling units
  • Procurement of materials, tools, and equipment for project teams
  • Ensure safety, health and environmental standards are followed and implemented on site
  • Conducting weekly progress meeting on site with Engineers and Client
  • Preparation of drawings for any changes made during execution using Revit and AutoCad
  • Preparation of the project plan and controlling of costs
  • Preparation of progress reports to management
  • Project Value: R 9 046 845.67
  • Repair, Maintenance, and Installation of HVAC equipment at O.R Tambo International Airport
  • Project duration: 3 Years

06.2013 - 05.2017
  • Preparation of detailed designs, analyses, tender drawings, schedules of quantities, contract documents, project cost estimates, project schedules and project implementation plans
  • Preparation of conceptual reports which will include preliminary designs and analyses, drawings, cost estimates, project schedules and project implementation plans
  • Ensure the project's compliance with the applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards and specifications
  • Develop specifications for the projects required equipment
  • Formulating project parameters and assigning responsibilities to the most suitable employees and monitoring the project team
  • Performing quality control tasks on budgets, schedules, plans, and team performance and reporting on project status
  • Repair and Maintenance of chillers, boilers, air handling units, compressors, pumps, valves, thermometers, hygrometers and cooling towers
  • Installation of pumps and cooling coils
  • Installation of new room temperature controls for fan coil units for Fidel Castrol Building
  • Maintenance of controls and BMS for Free State Buildings
  • Installation fire water pumps, sprinklers, sensors and piping works
  • Modification of dual duct mixing boxes from pneumatic controls to low voltage electronic controls for O.R Tambo saving energy by 40%
  • Plumbing and Electrical repairs for both buildings
  • Ensure safety of project teams on site through daily toolbox talks
  • Managing and coordinating a team of technicians as well as electricians to ensure jobs are completed with quality
  • Drafting all Standard Operation Procedures on all tasks to be executed on site and submit to SHEQ department for review
  • Fleet management of all vehicles on site
  • Preparation of Invoices and Payment Certificates for submission to client
  • Procurement of tools, equipment, and materials to be used on site as well control of movement of materials and tools
  • Overall cost and management of the project
  • Ensuring all works are executed with quality through daily checks and quality tests
  • Preparing, maintaining project stage and execution plans as required
  • Project Value: R 12 573 865.66
  • Installation of water-cooled chillers and air handling units at National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA)
  • Project duration: 6 Months
  • Duties:
  • Planning and execution of all project activities
  • Procurement of Chillers, Air Handling Units, pipes, valves and make up tank
  • Installations of chillers, air handling units, water pipe work and associated electrical works
  • Ensuring site safety of project teams
  • Conducting weekly and monthly meetings with the client
  • Reporting on progress on site to management
  • Drafting of Service Level Agreements to client for approval
  • Managing and coordinating the installation team to ensure the project is carried within the allocated timelines
  • Project value: R 4 699 567.00
  • Refurbishment of HVAC equipment at Eskom Academy of Learning

12.2015 - 11.2016
  • Installation of 8 new centrifugal water pumps
  • Installation of new control panels for pumps
  • Refurbishment of sand filters, chlorine dosing system as well as backwash system
  • Repair of 4 clarifiers
  • Repair of water treatment plant
  • Replacement of all gate valves on the water reticulation system
  • Installation of telemetry system between the waste water pump house and the booster pump station
  • Ensuring safety standards are maintained on site through implementation of safety site diaries, through risk assessments and awareness
  • Monitoring overall progress and use of resources, initiating corrective action where necessary
  • Conducting weekly meetings with client on progress on site
  • Preparing progress reports, cost analysis and updates for Management to review
  • Fleet management of site vehicles on site
  • Reporting through agreed lines on project progress through highlights reports
  • Procurement of materials, equipment and tools to be used on the project
  • Resource allocation and management
  • Managing team members of the project and other resources
  • Project Value: R 17 864 970.58
  • Moqhaka Local Municipality High Mast Lights and Water Meter replacement as and when required

01.2021 - 1 1
  • Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop and define project goals and objectives
  • Preparation of QCPs for submittal to clients
  • Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring of assigned engineering projects
  • Determining client’s requirements and translating them into actionable plans
  • Prepare short and long-term resource allocation plans
  • Develop detailed task lists and work effort assessment
  • Manage the design team and act as link between client and the organisation
  • Develop and implement procedures, processes and systems to effectively manage resources, plans, and client expectations
  • Recommend and implement modifications necessary to attain project milestones
  • Interact daily with senior management to understand their needs and requirements
  • Identify changes in work scope and the project plan
  • Taking appropriate planning measures with all clients to reassess, renegotiate and amend scope of work responsibilities, proposals, contracts and budgets
  • Conveying required project data and information to project teams
  • Prepare and present regular internal and external project reports for management
  • Evaluate and analyze risks and issues compromising project results and develop plans to mitigate them
  • Responding to any client complaints, concerns, or requests throughout the project
  • Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status
  • Assign responsibilities and mentor project teams
  • Cooperate and communicate effectively with the Project Manager and other project participants to aid and offer technical support
  • Manage the project budget and other project resources
  • Manage Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) and overall quality expectations
  • Holding regular meetings to ensure, track and review overall project performance
  • Repair, Design, Installation and Maintenance of HVAC and Fire equipment at IDC Project Duration : 5, Project Value: R 26 560 000.00
  • Managing or supervising specialists and sub-contractors working with the company`s HVAC or other mechanical systems
  • Engineer and develop HVAC systems throughout the various stages of multiple projects
  • Ensure correct selection of equipment
  • Engineering design
  • Managing and coordinating of 4 site technicians and 8 site assistant technicians to ensure maintenance and repairs are carried out within allocated times
  • Communicating directly with internal customers to understand project requirements, goals, design specifications, and operational environments to evaluate cost, feasibility, and implementation of new equipment
  • Ensuring that all HVAC engineering deliverables are following the project and other relevant regulatory requirements while meeting approved specifications
  • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of HVAC installation, design development and provide author supervision
  • Developing new energy efficiency solutions according to EVO standards
  • Consulting on HVAC system and equipment design for a wide range of projects, and work with other engineers, project managers, and construction professionals as needed to create and/or modify design parameters
  • Manage replacing and upgrading of the current system to meet the newly developed system requirements
  • Analyzing HVAC systems and equipment when necessary to find inefficiencies or malfunctions and create solutions to optimize performance and increase the efficiency of operation
  • Immediately notifying the persons in charge with the equipment and the users about any problem with the ventilation, cooling, water, power supply system’s etc
  • Analyzing all load programs and perform required calculations and manage all electrical requirements for HVAC and fire safety equipment and recommend improvements
  • Monitoring all resources and ensure optimal utilization for same and achieve all customer objectives and provide support to all equipment and perform calculations and implement various plans for HVAC
  • Research, design, and install control of HVAC mechanical equipment to meet client’s requirements in both large and small projects
  • Making an active contribution in the research and development efforts by understanding the HVAC advances that will match with the emerging technologies
  • Monitoring the execution of the developmental efforts and think of innovative ideas to build and design the HVAC system within the given budget and time
  • Maintain records on refrigerant recovery and recycling in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency regulations
  • Bidvest Facilities Management Projects
  • Pricing of RFQs and Tenders for various requests
  • Preparation of PIDs for various projects
  • Maintenance of Ammonia refrigeration plants for Telkom data centres
  • Ensuring execution of projects within budget and time once the Purchase Order is received
  • Designing and determining project scope, objectives and timelines within client expected completion times
  • Establishing communication and liaison schedule to update Client, relevant managers, stakeholders on project progress
  • Utilization and application of industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout project execution
  • Exploring and recommending innovative methods, based on best practices, in order to bring about cost-effective solutions
  • Managing performance & conflicts within suppliers & effect corrective actions, in line with company policies/procedure
  • Managing and coordinating a team of six technicians and 12 Assistants to ensure operations are carried out effectively
  • Installations, Commissioning, Maintenance, Servicing and Repairs (fault-finding) on Industrial, Commercial and Domestic refrigeration systems
  • Installations, Commissioning, Maintenance and Servicing of Ducted systems, Split Units, Packaged Units, Cold Rooms, Freezer Rooms, VRV/VRF’S and AHUs on various sites
  • Repair, service, and maintenance of automatic lubrication system at BMW Rosslyn Plant
  • Prepare preliminary design concepts and reports
  • Provide preliminary design drawings
  • Do detail design of HVAC systems
  • Compile specifications and tender documentation
  • Design of ventilation systems to suite statutory requirements
  • Design of pressurisation systems and / or pressure cascade systems
  • Design of complex heating and cooling systems, including, but not limited to, chilled water and VRF systems
  • Design of chilled water or condenser water reticulation systems
  • Design of condensate drainage systems
  • Design of fresh air and extract systems
  • Pump and fan selections
  • Duct design
  • Preparation of budgets and project financial control
  • Key Achievements
  • Tender success rate of 55% of annual tender submissions
  • Proposed and managed the ISO9001:2015 certification process for the organization

Education

Bachelor of Technology Honours Degree - Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Harare Institute of Technology
08.2008 - 05.2012

GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION AT ORDINARY - undefined

Valley High School
01.2002 - 05.2005

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01.2006 - 05.2007

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Replacement of ball mill support structure (Samancor Tubatse Chrome Steelport) Project Duration: 2 weeks shutdown
  • Project Value: R 250 000.00
  • Fire hydrant line design and installation (Samancor Tubatse Chrome Smelter) Project duration: 1 month
  • Project Value: R 3200 000.00
  • Installation of agitator platform
  • Project duration: R 690 000.00
  • Fuchs Lubricants
  • HVAC system design for the grease plant
  • Project value: R 120 000.00
  • Anglo American Mogalakwena Platinum Mine Electrical Cable pit reticulation for all the pits Project Value: R 18 000 000.00
  • Eskom Medupi Power Station
  • VSD Room Design, Installation and Commissioning for Unit 1 to 6
  • Project Value: R12 700 450.00
  • Eskom Majuba Power Station
  • Design, installation and commissioning of High Conductivity Effluent System
  • Project Value: R, Other Emergencies Projects (D.I.D Gauteng)
  • Repair and maintenance of Thembisa Hospital ICU and Theatres HVAC system
  • Service of split unit air conditioners at Prasa
  • Service of packaged unit for Dr Yusuf Dadoo Phamarcy
  • Installation of bed head units for Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital for ward 33
  • Installation of cold rooms for Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital mortuary
  • Achievements:
  • Manager of the year 2015
  • Created S.O.Ps for organization ISO9001:2015 certification (QMS)

Additional Information

  • Drivers License: , C1 Code 10 Own Vehicle

Timeline

Service Project Engineer

GEA Africa Pty Ltd
02.2021 - Current

01.2021 - 1 1

Project Engineer

GPWG Engineering PTY LTD
10.2019 - 01.2021

08.2017 - 07.2018

04.2016 - 03.2019

12.2015 - 11.2016

10.2015 - 09.2018

Projects Manager

WANGA POWER PROJECTS
06.2013 - 09.2019

06.2013 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Technology Honours Degree - Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Harare Institute of Technology
08.2008 - 05.2012

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01.2006 - 05.2007

GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION AT ORDINARY - undefined

Valley High School
01.2002 - 05.2005

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