MALOSE SAMUEL LAMOLA
Kuruman
Summary
Accomplished Site Manager with extensive experience in electrical systems and safety compliance within the mining industry. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and expertise in panel construction and general maintenance. Proven track record in managing complex projects, ensuring adherence to legal standards, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborative team member capable of working independently under pressure while maintaining high safety standards. Career goals include advancing technical proficiency and leadership capabilities within the mining sector.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Strata Worldwide - SP Mine Safety
Kuruman, Northern Cape
12.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with client legal standards and requirements for products and services.
- Understanding of safety and mining legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act, mine Health and Safety Act, Minerals Act, Environmental legislation Act.
- Ensure daily (per shift) toolbox talks and attend weekly/monthly safety meetings.
- Weekly lamp room and underground inspections on strata products and identified preventative maintenance.
- Ensure accurate SAT schedule and maintenance carried out according to the mine specification.
- Ensured ongoing maintenance and resolved advanced technical problems within a reasonable time frame.
- Effective management and evaluation of skill levels.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to work under pressure and interact at various levels (Interact with clients professionally).
- Compiled weekly and monthly reports on downtime and maintenance activities.
- Ensured accuracy of monthly maintenance and overtime invoicing.
- Create and issue accurate job cards to Service Technicians.
- Liaise work schedules with Foreman/GES, Engineer and Service Coordinator.
- Electronically record all production supplies used on a DSD and check all jobs as per forms/schedule.
- Monitor stock levels on mine and order required supplies.
- Attend relevant client meetings and in house operations meetings.
- Updated PTOs and COPs to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Understanding of Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
- Computer Literacy (MS Office) and strong administrative skills.
Field Service & Installation Technician
Strata Worldwide - SP Mine Safety
Kuruman, Northern Cape
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems and components using test equipment and hand tools, pinpointing breakdown causes and implementing effective repairs.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards and defects, ensuring compliance and safety standards.
- Conducted tests and collected data on Proximity Detection System, providing detailed reports to inform maintenance actions.
Electrician
Kameeldoring Construction
Kathu, Northern Cape
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Troubleshot and resolved electrical faults to minimise downtime.
- Managed 3-phase electrical systems to ensure reliability.
- Wiring of panels and equipment.
- Working with electrical drawings.
- System Maintenance.
- System Upgrades.
- Ensured compliance with safety requirements to uphold workplace safety standards.
- Maintained overall effectiveness of equipment to support operational reliability.
Electrician
Hoff Geotechnik
Kathu, Northern Cape
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintenance, installation and commissioning of electrical equipment.
- Built and installed electrical control panels to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Conducted general maintenance and performed fault finding on electrical systems to minimise downtime and enhance reliability.
- Repaired, maintained, and overhauled heavy duty gearboxes, pumps, and electrical motors to ensure optimal performance.
- Service and maintain standby generators.
- Perform preventive and proactive maintenance.
- Test three phase motors.
- Adhere to PPE standards, safety and health procedures and policies of the company.
Electrician
Foreseas Electrical
Polokwane, Limpopo
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Test continuity of circuits.
- Test three phase motors.
- Joined and glanded cables for electrical systems.
- Service and maintain standby generators to guarantee uninterrupted power supply.
- Repair and maintain light and heavy duty gearboxes, pumps, and electric motors to ensure operational reliability.
- Installation of SF6 circuit breaker.
- Installation of bus-bars.
- Conduct maintenance and identify faults in equipment to enhance performance and minimise downtime.
Learner Electrician
Exxaro Groetegeluk Mine SF
Lephalale, Limpopo
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Conducted fault finding on electrical circuits and motors, ensuring reliable operation and minimising downtime.
- Executed construction and installation of substation panels, enhancing electrical infrastructure capacity.
- Operated PLC and VSD systems to optimise electrical performance.
- Conducted inspections and maintenance of mine plants to ensure operational safety.
- Managed electrical tasks for low, medium, and high voltages.
- Executed construction of power lines to facilitate energy transmission.
- Worked on step-up and step-down transformers, regulating voltage levels to maintain system stability.
- I enrolled and passed the learner trade test as an electrician at Exxaro coal (PTY)LTD. I acquired my certificate upon completion from the MQA, that clearly states my completed unit standards. The unit standards include:
Education
NVQ Level 2 - N2 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
Polokwane, LP01-2015
NVQ Level 5 - N4 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
Polokwane, LP01-2014
NVQ Level 3 - N3 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
Polokwane, LP01-2014
NVQ Level 4 - Basic Ambulance Assistant
Limpopo Ambulance Training Academy
Polokwane, LP01-2011
NVQ Level 2 - N2 Mechanical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
Polokwane, LP11-2019
Operate a Front End Loader - Operator
Transvaal Training
Johannesburg, GP10-2020
Learner Electrician - Electrician Trade Certificate
Grovos Trades Training Center
Lephalale, LP06-2018
NVQ Level 4 - Artisan Electrician
Grovos Trades Training Centre
Lephalale, LPSkills
- Site safety management
- General maintenance expertise
- Problem-solving
- Independent worker
- Collaborative team member
- Independent worker
- General maintenance expertise
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/malose-samuel-lamola
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Intermediate
B1
IsiZulu
Upper Intermediate
B2
Sepedi
Proficient
C2
Setswana
Advanced
C1
References
- Mr. F.E de Lange, Exxaro Coal, Training Manager, (+27)14-763-2273
- Mr. M.C Mtema, Foreseas Electrical, Director, (+27)63-210-4495
- Mr. N. Thabethe, Hoff Geotechnik, Maintenance Manager, (+27)81-460-5094
- Mr. A. Maile, Kameeldoring Construction, Safety Officer, (+27)76-112-6926
- Mr. T. Mothupi, Strata Worldwide - SP Mine safety, Site Manager, (+27)79-267-3358
Timeline
Site Manager
Strata Worldwide - SP Mine Safety
12.2023 - Current
Field Service & Installation Technician
Strata Worldwide - SP Mine Safety
08.2023 - 11.2023
Electrician
Kameeldoring Construction
11.2022 - 08.2023
Electrician
Hoff Geotechnik
10.2020 - 09.2022
Electrician
Foreseas Electrical
09.2019 - 01.2020
Learner Electrician
Exxaro Groetegeluk Mine SF
01.2016 - 06.2018
NVQ Level 2 - N2 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
NVQ Level 5 - N4 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
NVQ Level 3 - N3 Electrical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
NVQ Level 4 - Basic Ambulance Assistant
Limpopo Ambulance Training Academy
NVQ Level 2 - N2 Mechanical Engineering
Capricorn Tvet College
Operate a Front End Loader - Operator
Transvaal Training
Learner Electrician - Electrician Trade Certificate
Grovos Trades Training Center
NVQ Level 4 - Artisan Electrician
Grovos Trades Training Centre