Martha Botha
Senior Welding/Mechanical Inspector
Rustenburg
Summary
Dynamic, Hardworking QA/QC Mechanical and Welding Inspector with extensive 12 Years experience in Mining, Petrochemical and Powerplant company/ MHI Power, SASOL and Anglo-American. Recognized for reducing manufacturing defects through meticulous inspections and effective problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance team performance via training and collaboration, while proficient in databook compilation and quality control processes. Strong communication and organizational skills drive successful project outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical/Welding Inspector (3rd Party)
TUV
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Expedited issue resolution with prompt reporting of non-conforming items to relevant parties for corrective action implementation.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive welder training programs to improve skill levels across the team consistently.
- Used excel/word to track data and write up results.
- Reduced rework costs by identifying defects early in the fabrication process through diligent inspections.
- Review and approval of Quality control plan for recommended scopes of proposed projects on Waterval Slag cleaning furnace and related equipments.
- Review/Comprehension of OEM/OSM Manuals accompanying plant equipments for installation and maintenance purposes.
- Welder qualifications approval.
- WPS approval Adherent to ASME/AWS or code of constriction relevant to issued scope.
- Painting QCP approval for all painting scopes reference taken to Company specification as required or specified in the SOW issued.
- Technical query review for correct referencing of Engineering technical issue picked up during fabrication.
- Engineering drawing review approval for recommended scope.
- Surveying reports verification for all works/Civil works conducted and carried out.
- Site inspections and validation on all mechanical and welding scopes reference to adherent points of inspection on the QCP.
- Databook review upon scope completion and hand over to AAP/SIB.
QA/QC Inspector
MHI Power
Witbank
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Reduced manufacturing defects by conducting thorough inspections of raw materials, components, and finished products.
- Provided training for new inspectors on proper inspection techniques, tools, and best practices, resulting in improved team performance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams for the successful resolution of complex quality issues, ensuring product performance met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Streamlined inspection processes, optimizing efficiency and reducing turnaround times for product approval/databook approval.
- Site Instruction review and approval verification prior to scope commencement.
- H2/H1 Databook completeness and all units(1 to 6) site instruction hand over to Client (ESKOM).
- Welder qualification results validation.
QA/Quality Control Inspector/Databook Review
MHI Power
Witbank
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Communicated with production team members (Construction manager/Welding supervisors/Mechanical personnel and safety team about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- ITP review and approval.
- WPS review and approval for suitability of scope recommended.
- H1/H2 databook completeness and final hand over to ESKOM.
- Welder qualifications review and approval.
- Arranging of scope with regards to KKS System of structural steel.
- All units scope and SI tracking and recording using excell spreadsheet live tracker system.
QA/QC Inspector/Databook Compiler
Babcock Ntuthuko Engineering
Witbank
07.2016 - 04.2021
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained testing equipment.
- Collaborated with production team to address quality issues, enhancing overall product performance.
- Utilized visual inspection techniques as well as performing detailed measurements with hand-held tools and devices.
- Inspected products, components, and materials for defects and compliance with tolerance standards.
- Work file compilation with regards to relevant code requirements (EN 13480/EN125952/EN-13445/AWS D1.1)
- Work file/Databook review prior to NDT clearance and booking of NDT's as referenced on the weld matrix/layout.
- Material Certificate review/verification of all material utilized for fabrication.
- Cast transfer information verification on all reused or cut off material to be used on different areas or units.
- Isometric drawing review for component dimensional check and scope verification.
- P&ID Drawing review for proper location and identification of instrument and area to be fabricated and walked upon completion. Also, for proper identification of scope.
- ITP selection for scope to be carried out considering categorization of piping/equipment.
- Work file/Databook compilation of LP/HP/Pressure parts and other scopes added as per recommended or issued scopes.
- Chemical cleaning re-instatement work planning and Work file and Databook compilation.
- Recommended repairs review and approval for all areas to be repaired.
- Completed and commended scopes tracking and recording, and progress reporting to line manager.
- Boiler UNIT 3 and 4 successful chemical completion and re instatement completion.
- Boiler Unit 1,2,3,4,5,6 Scopes successful completion and data book close off.
Welding Inspector
Sasol Welding Technology
Secunda
05.2012 - 10.2014
- Conducted visual inspections of welded joints using various tools such as magnifying glasses, mirrors, or borescopes Liquid penetrant inspection is a method that is used to reveal surface breaking flaws by bleed out of a colored or fluorescent dye from the flaw. The technique is based on the ability of a liquid to be drawn into a "clean" surface breaking flaw by capillary actionrescopes for accurate assessments'
- Increased overall productivity by monitoring welding processes, personnel performance, and resource allocation.
- Expedited issue resolution with prompt reporting of non-conforming items to relevant parties for corrective action implementation.
- Reduced rework costs by identifying defects early in the fabrication process through diligent inspections.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular audits of equipment and work areas.
- Supported engineering teams by providing input on material selection, joint design, and welding procedures.
- Used excel/word to track data and write up results.
- Pressured Vessels and Piping inspection.
- Pressure test Witnessing and Material identification.
- PRA and VRA Package compilation prior to scope commencement adherent to line class requirements.
- Inspection and testing of weldments using recommended NDT methods of testing.
- Successful shutdown Completion 2021/2013/2014/2022
Education
Associate of Applied Science - NDT And Physics
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
- communication skills
- computer skills/Literacy
- Team work
- Problem solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skill
- Time management skills
- Critical thinking to provide solution
Timeline
Mechanical/Welding Inspector (3rd Party)
TUV
10.2024 - 04.2025
QA/QC Inspector
MHI Power
10.2023 - 03.2024
QA/Quality Control Inspector/Databook Review
MHI Power
05.2021 - 12.2021
QA/QC Inspector/Databook Compiler
Babcock Ntuthuko Engineering
07.2016 - 04.2021
Welding Inspector
Sasol Welding Technology
05.2012 - 10.2014
Associate of Applied Science - NDT And Physics
Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -
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