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Lwande Siswana

Aircraft Trimmer
Tembisa

Summary

Aircraft Aviation Technician by profession. Pleasant, versatile and efficient. With a good track record of service experience working with aircraft. Adapt to remaining professional at times, results-oriented with a proven track record of working collaboratively with team members to achieve goals and always keen to learn and undertake new challenges while obtaining different skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Aircraft Trimmer

South African Airways Technical
09.2023 - Current
  • Perform maintenance inclusive of servicing, self-inspections, repairs, overhauls, testing, basic troubleshooting, and modifications in accordance with the task.
  • Carry out component changes, aircraft cabin inspection, and rectification as per the approved manual.
  • Ensure daily checks are performed according to work instructions.
  • Order materials and consumables from the store as required, check stock, and ensure availability.
  • Dispatch all unserviceable components to the applicable workshops.
  • Ensure that all documentation related to work performed is in accordance with the manuals.
  • Complete allocated work to meet the projected target time and date.
  • Installation and removal of safety equipment.
  • Servicing of slide rafts, life rafts, and life jackets.

Aircraft Trimmer

Executive Aircraft Refurbishment
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Installed and removed non-textile flooring (NTF) and various textile floor coverings.
  • Fabricated custom foam components for aircraft interiors.
  • Sewed and assembled seat cushions, backrests, armrests, and headrests to precise specifications.
  • Covered interior panels with high-quality fabrics and materials.
  • Performed carpet binding to meet aviation standards.
  • Manufactured cargo nets in compliance with aircraft safety regulations.

Education

Trade Certificate - Aircraft Trimmer

South African Airways Technical Training School
Kempton Park, South Africa
04.2001 -

N3 - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Electro- technology and Industrial Electronics

Jeppe College
Johannesburg, South Africa
01-2016

Senior Certificate - Xhosa, English, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Tourism and Life Orientation

Mount Frere High
Mount Frere, South Africa
04.2001 - 01.2012

Skills

  • Ability to work within a busy, demanding team environment
  • Able to work with a minimum amount of supervision and on own initiative
  • Calm under pressure, and able to work to tight deadlines
  • Excellent ability to resolve queries, customer problems quickly, and to closure
  • Very strong customer service, and communication skills
  • Always maintains a pleasant and professional attitude
  • Well-organised, and able to prioritise work in an efficient manner
  • Work hard to stay updated on any changes in the environment I am working in

REferance

Mr Brian Skippers            Team Leader - SAAT Projects
                                          +2784 656 6600      
Mr Martin Olivirr Manager - Executive Aircraft Refurbishment
+2782 877 2324

Timeline

Aircraft Trimmer

South African Airways Technical
09.2023 - Current

Aircraft Trimmer

Executive Aircraft Refurbishment
01.2023 - 08.2023

Trade Certificate - Aircraft Trimmer

South African Airways Technical Training School
04.2001 -

Senior Certificate - Xhosa, English, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Tourism and Life Orientation

Mount Frere High
04.2001 - 01.2012

N3 - Mathematics, Engineering Science, Electro- technology and Industrial Electronics

Jeppe College

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