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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Personal Information
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Ethin Lee Van Niekerk

Fitter & Turner
Thabazimbi

Summary

Highly motivated professional with a background in hands-on mechanical work. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a knack for figuring out technical issues. Capable of working independently or as part of a team to meet project deadlines and exceed expectations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Fitter U/g

Northam Zondereinde
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintain conveyor belts
  • Daily
  • Visually inspect belt for wear, tears, or fraying.
  • Check for proper belt tracking (belt centered on rollers).
  • Listen for unusual noises (squeaks, grinding, knocking).
  • Remove debris, spilled material, or buildup.
  • Ensure emergency stops and guards are in place.
  • Weekly
  • Inspect rollers and pulleys for wear or misalignment.
  • Check belt tension (not too loose, not overly tight).
  • Clean pulleys, belt scrapers, and return rollers.
  • Check belt splice/joints for separation or weakness.
  • Verify lubrication of bearings and moving parts (avoid belt surface).
  • Monthly
  • Inspect frame and structure for cracks, loose bolts, or corrosion.
  • Check motor, gearbox, and chain drives for leaks or wear.
  • Inspect lagging on drive pulley (rubber cover) for wear.
  • Check electrical components and controls.
  • Review belt tracking adjustments and fine-tune if needed.
  • Maintain a pump station
  • Preventive Maintenance for C5, submisibals and multi-stage pumps
  • Daily
  • Check pump for abnormal noise or vibration.
  • Verify suction/discharge pressures and flow are within normal range.
  • Inspect for leaks (mechanical seal, gaskets, piping).
  • Monitor bearing housing temperature (should not exceed limits).
  • Ensure pump and motor are clean, no obstruction to cooling.
  • Weekly
  • Inspect oil level in bearing housing; top up if required.
  • Check coupling alignment visually for shifts.
  • Drain pump casing slightly to ensure no air accumulation (if applicable).
  • Check for unusual fluctuations in amperage/load.
  • Monthly
  • Take vibration readings and compare to baseline.
  • Inspect foundation bolts and coupling bolts for tightness.
  • Inspect and clean suction strainers/filters.
  • Check for shaft seal wear or leakage.
  • Verify condition of mechanical seal flush lines (if fitted).
  • Quarterly (3 months)
  • Sample and test bearing oil/grease condition, replace if degraded.
  • Perform laser alignment check of pump and motor.
  • Inspect impeller condition (if access allows).
  • Check wear rings and clearances.
  • Annually
  • Full pump inspection (open casing if possible).
  • Replace bearings if wear is detected.
  • Replace mechanical seals or packing as per OEM/service life.
  • Clean and inspect impeller, casing, and wear rings.
  • Hydro test pump casing for integrity (if required by standards).
  • As Needed
  • Replace gaskets and seals during overhauls.
  • Rebalance impeller if excessive vibration is detected.
  • Flush pump and piping if process fluid tends to leave deposits.

Artisan assistant u/g

Northam Zondereinde
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Follow work related instructions
  • Hazard identification in work area
  • Transport of tools and equipment to the workplace
  • Daily work preparation on instruction from artisan
  • Identify and use of basic tools

Artisan assistant u/g

Redpath
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • General Labourer Mining Development.
  • Fitter assistant underground.
  • Rebuilding scoops (LHD, Load hauled & Dump)
  • Maintenance on scoops, rigs, UV’s
  • Assisting Artisan with daily maintenance

Installation technician assistant

Sky Applications CC
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Firsthand Assistant to the installation technician on all fronts.
  • Stock taking duties before, during and after installation procedure.
  • Participating in toolbox talks, PTRA’s and general safety regulations.
  • Staking and storing of tools and materials in the workshop.
  • Housekeeping duties during and after worksite operations.
  • Charge hand when technician is not available on site.

Junior Sandblasting Pot Operator

Sandblast Renew (PTY) LTD
01.2015
  • Safely operating pot while sandblasting operation is being executed.
  • Pre-operation pot inspection check list.
  • Managing sandblasting grit stockpile.
  • Housekeeping duties during and after Sandblasting operation.
  • Maintenance of Sandblasting pot, pipes, and safety suit.
  • Semi-skilled mechanic.

General worker

Rietfontein Farming
  • Installation and maintenance of wire Fencing.
  • Caretaking of farm livestock.
  • Maintenance of irrigation system.
  • General Duties regarding profitable Farming.
  • Farm Representative at local Auctions.

Education

N3 - engineering studies, Engineering drawing N3, Mechanotechnology N3, Electro-Technology N3, Engineering Science N3, Mathematics N3

Ikage Sd College
01.2023

Trade Test - Fitter and turner, Fitting & Machining N2

northam platinum
01.2022

N2 - engineering studies, Engineering Drawing N2, Engineering Science N2, Mathematics N2, Diesel Trade Theory N2

tswane institute of technology
01.2018

Grade 12 - Afrikaans, English, Math literacy, Civil technology, Technical drawings, Business studies, Life orientation

high school jan viljoen
01.2016

Skills

Leadership qualities

Goal setting and achievement

Installation and maintenance

Problem-solving

Self motivation

Hand and power tools

Certification

Load Haul Dumper Operator

Accomplishments

  • Jan Viljoen First Team player for 2 years playing tight head prop
  • 2015 First Team Player of the Year Award
  • Margate Sport school league winners 2016
  • Captain for 7’s 0/18, 2016 First team, 0/18 Coke Team and Transvaal 0/18
  • 0/18 West Rand Colours
  • 0/18 Coke Series Colours
  • 0/18 and 0/21 Randfontein Club Rugby
  • Top 10 and 20 Shot put, Discus and Javelin athlete
  • Team Member: Superinter Team
  • 0/18 Colours: D2 Gauteng West
  • Gauteng Provincial Competition Participant
  • Gauteng West Colours
  • National Championship Participant
  • 2016 Lifter of the Year Award (2 Year Participant)

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 980307 5088 086
  • Date of Birth: 1998-03-07
  • Gender: Male
  • Driving License: Code C
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Dependents: 2
  • Health: Excellent

References

  • Rietfontein Farming, Hilda Muller, Owner, 082 689 1980
  • Sky Applications CC, Chris Aucamp, Managing Member, 083 745 9034
  • Sandblast Renew (PTY) LTD, Frikkie Kruase, Managing Director, 072 739 9456
  • Redpath, Johan Liebenberg, Engineering Supervisor, 082 566 4557
  • Northam Platinum Ltd, Human Resources, 014 784 3021

Timeline

Fitter U/g

Northam Zondereinde
01.2023 - Current

Artisan assistant u/g

Northam Zondereinde
01.2020 - 01.2023

Artisan assistant u/g

Redpath
01.2017 - 01.2020

Installation technician assistant

Sky Applications CC
01.2015 - 01.2017

Junior Sandblasting Pot Operator

Sandblast Renew (PTY) LTD
01.2015

General worker

Rietfontein Farming

Trade Test - Fitter and turner, Fitting & Machining N2

northam platinum

N2 - engineering studies, Engineering Drawing N2, Engineering Science N2, Mathematics N2, Diesel Trade Theory N2

tswane institute of technology

Grade 12 - Afrikaans, English, Math literacy, Civil technology, Technical drawings, Business studies, Life orientation

high school jan viljoen

N3 - engineering studies, Engineering drawing N3, Mechanotechnology N3, Electro-Technology N3, Engineering Science N3, Mathematics N3

Ikage Sd College

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