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Mahlatsi Thibela

Electrical Technician
Brakpan

Summary

Detail- Oriented Electrical Technician with extensive Training and experience at Eskom Distribution, specializing in transformer maintenance and switchgear operations. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through quality testing and preventive maintenance. Strong troubleshooting skills complemented by a commitment to safety training, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance of electrical systems.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Electrical Technician

QP Group
09.2024 - Current
  • Underground Operation at Anglo American, Glencore Mines, Royal Bafokeng Platinum.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
  • Maintenance of High Voltage Transformers,switch gears & Mini Substations.
  • Maintenance of Low Voltage Air Circuit breaker, MV Panels, MCC Panels &Light Distribution Boards
  • Conducting Testing Maintenance of Electrical Equipments on Relays, CT/VT, Batteries (BTU), Infra Red Scanning (RMU)
  • Ensured operational efficiency of electrical systems in commercial buildings, conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
  • Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.

Electrical Technician

Eskom Distribution
02.2012 - 08.2023
  • Maintenance of Indoor switchgears, commissioning & Testing of 11kv- 13 kv switchgears
  • Maintenance of HV Transformers (20MVA-800MVA).
  • Routine Sampling and Conducting Infrared Scanning Thermography on Substations.
  • Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
  • Performing HT Cable Joining & Terminations.
  • Conducting Faulty Finding on Motors
  • Installation of 3 Phase & Single Motors

Electrical Apprenticeship- Eskom Distribution- 2009-2012

  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
  • Field Service& Work Practice Time Management
  • Knowledge of Maintenance of Distribution Networks & Plant
  • Knowledge of HV, MV& LV Operating Regulations and Fault Findings on Motors,.
  • Connection of 3 Phase & Single Phase Motors
  • Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
  • Attended training committees that wrote training modules for equipment operation and testing.
  • Trained new system users and employees in classroom type sessions to promote useful system knowledge and operations expertise.

Plant Operator

Foskor
01.2006 - 02.2009
  • Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Convey Belt Maintenance&Troubleshooting Breakdowns
  • Operation, Inspection &Testing the Plant station.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks on schedule, minimizing unexpected disruptions.
  • Took Records and Interpreted data flows meters & data logs
  • Maintainance of Tailings,service pumps &Sludge Pipes
  • Trained new operators, ensuring they met all safety and operational standards.
  • Collection of Samples and sent to the Laboratory for Analysis.
  • Conducted Pipe Installations.
  • Updated SOPs and Operation/ Maintenance Manuals.

Education

Operation of Truck Mounted Cranes

Transvaal Training
01-2018

Electrical Engineering

Mopani South Collage
05-2015

Installation Rules

Green View Training &Development Skills
04.2001 -

Electrical Engineering (HVO 02 ORHVS) Level 2

Eskom School of Engineering
Witbank, South Africa
04.2001 -

Electrical Trade Test

CollieryTraining Center
01-2012

Grade 12

Relebogile High School
Phalaborwa, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

    Electrical installation

    Quality testing

    Electrical experience

    Power distribution

    Safety training

    Transformer maintenance

    Battery systems

    Switchgear maintenance

    Semi Skilled Fitter

  • Welding
  • Machinery Assembly
  • Mixer Servicing
  • Semi Skilled Diesel & Petrol Mechanic

  • Engine Fault Finding
  • Major Engine Service
  • Semi Skilled Alarm & CCTV Installer

  • General Fault Finding
  • Camera & Beams Installation
  • Gate Motor Troubleshooting & UPS Systems

Certification

Fire safety

References

Mr Leonard Qondani- Site Supervisor

Company: QP Group

Contact: 011 907 3448 / 083 9670752


Mr  Zakhele Msibi- Site Supervisor

Company : Power Plant Maintenance

Contact:011 417 9104/ 076 763 2266


Mr Enoch  Mlenzana

Company : Power Plant  Distribution

011 417 9020/ 082 893 6134

Timeline

Electrical Technician

QP Group
09.2024 - Current

Electrical Technician

Eskom Distribution
02.2012 - 08.2023

Plant Operator

Foskor
01.2006 - 02.2009

Installation Rules

Green View Training &Development Skills
04.2001 -

Electrical Engineering (HVO 02 ORHVS) Level 2

Eskom School of Engineering
04.2001 -

Grade 12

Relebogile High School
04.2001 -

Operation of Truck Mounted Cranes

Transvaal Training

Electrical Engineering

Mopani South Collage

Electrical Trade Test

CollieryTraining Center
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