MASIXOLE JAROM
Summary
Mechanical Engineering Technologist and Professional Engineering Technician (Pr Techni Eng) with extensive experience in the wind energy sector. Transitioning into Artificial Intelligence, specializing in Industrial AI and data-driven optimization. Adept at integrating domain expertise in renewable energy with intelligent systems to enhance performance, reliability, and sustainability in modern infrastructure. Completed formal training in Data Science and Machine Learning. Provides top-level technical support in wind farm operations for a leading energy company.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wind Technical Specialist
Enel Green Power South Africa
07.2023 - Current
- As O&M Technical Support, I support Plants Operation and Maintenance
- I collaborate in the Technical objects managing, defining and controlling maintenance plans, give support on maintenance contracts management
- I guarantee an optimal operation and resolve incidents and breakdowns, as well as manage technical queries
- Perform mechanical, instrumentation & control and electrical systems and equipment troubleshooting, in cooperation with the O&M Wind Competence Center
- Root cause analysis, troubleshooting and manage recovery of wind plant major failures
- Statistical monitoring, analysis and reporting of failures or possible defects, both in technical and economic terms
- Develop specific troubleshooting process documents for each type of component affecting production in the wind farm project
- Manage and monitor technical specifications of Wind Farm services
- Responsible for deadlines and quality of technical support
- Technical support to supporting units to validate spare parts compatibility, to identify auxiliaries of main components and to analyze failure in replaced materials
- Develop processes on wind predictive and corrective maintenance
- Supervise on-site tests of predictive maintenance and take responsibility for correct process execution
- Supervise tests of new versions of wind components and control systems
- Coordinate the implementation of equipment technical improvements in cooperation with Operational Efficiency team and Wind O&M Global Support
- Coordinate contracts for inspection services and installation of retrofits and measuring equipment
- Support in drafting tender specification for framework and maintenance agreements, in defining the list of bidders and in bid evaluation
- Support and represent Enel Green Power South Africa (PTY) Ltd and O&M in technical meetings with technicians, manufacturers, certifiers, etc
- Support HSEQ in the analysis and validation of safety and environmental plans, processes and procedures
Lead Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
07.2021 - 06.2023
- To ensure plant is operated & maintained in a safe & effective manner in order that a continuous quality of supply is sustained
- Working as part of a Service Area
- As Lead Technician I mainly lead all levels of technician and subcontractor to undertake technical work and support the Company and Client
- Could be required to carry out work in various wind parks within South Africa
- The work will include general and specialized work on Wind Turbines and associated equipment, together with the local teams in our service regions
- Customer interaction and compliance
- Supervision and management of employees and subcontractors
- HSEQ and statutory compliance
- Contractual adherence and compliance
- Daily and monthly reporting to client and management
- Planning and controlling site activities and priorities
- Permit system management
- Financial acumen- review subcontractor contracts and invoicing
- Human resources and industrial relations
- Manage complex repair processes and exchanges in collaboration with the local Technical operations
- Ensuring planned maintenance and inspection activities are carried out
- Review reports and checklists in order to completely inform client and management
- Inform customer in case of works on turbines and associated equipment
- Manage site budget
- check and control inventory of spare parts and be responsible for material on site including usage and replacement
- Carry out compass dialogs to subordinates
- Carry out performance management review plan to subordinates
- Ensure tasks are undertaken in the most economical way for the company
- Remote standby dispatching management
- Carry out tasks in accordance to company manuals and regulations
- Movilizer and SAP order dispatching and system management
- Identify and report existing and anticipated problems with wind farm equipment, which includes any other duties as assigned by Local operations manager
Assistant Lead /Senior Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
01.2017 - 07.2021
- I mainly assisted Lead technician to undertake technical work and support to the Company and Client and could be required to carry out work in various wind parks within South Africa, dependant on the needs of the Company at the time
- The work includes general and specialized work on Wind Turbines and associated equipment, together with the local teams in our service regions
- Customer interaction and compliance
- Supervision and management of employees and subcontractors
- HSEQ and statutory compliance
- Contractual adherence and compliance
- Daily and monthly reporting to Client and management
- Planning and controlling site activities and priorities Permit System management
- Financial acumen review subcontractor contracts and invoicing
- Human resource and industrial relations
- Carry out complex repair-processes and exchanges in collaboration with the local Technical operations (Main gearbox, main bearings, blades etc.)
- Ensuring planned maintenance and inspection activities are carried out
- Review reports and checklists in order to completely inform Client and management
- Inform customer in case of works on turbines and associated equipment
- Check and control inventory of spare parts stock and be responsible for material on site, including usage and replacement
- Carry out performance management review plan to subordinates
- Ensure tasks are undertaken in the most economical way for the Company
- Remote standby dispatching management
- Carry out tasks in accordance to Company manuals and regulations
- Carry out standby duties according to the site roster
- Movilizer and SAP order dispatching and system management
- Carry out root cause analysis, problem-solving and repairs to electrical and mechanical components
- Identify and report existing and anticipated problems with wind farm equipment, which includes Any other duties, as assigned by ( LOM / line manager position), in line with the role
Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Working as part of a Service Team, As Service Technician I mainly undertook technical work and support the Lead Technician to ensure maximum availability of the wind farm
- Autonomously carry out troubleshooting, fault-finding and repairs of wind turbines and associated equipment
- Carry out complex repair-processes and exchanges in collaboration with the local technical support
- Fill in job cards, reports and checklists in order to completely inform supervision, management and Clients
- Check inventory of spare parts stock and be responsible for material on site, including booking usage and ensuring replacement
- Guarantee that tasks are undertaken with high quality and efficiently
- Undertaking tasks in the most economical way for the Company
- Responsible for safekeeping, care and control of materials, tools and property of the Company
- Carry out tasks in accordance to Company manuals and regulations
- Carry out standby duties according to the site roster
- Required to work overtime
- Carry out necessary scheduled and reactive maintenance tasks related to the wind turbines, electrical balance of plant (eBOP) components and other associated site equipment
- Supervising and ensuring that all works carried out by subcontractors and suppliers are done to acceptable Nordex Energy standards and procedures
- Carry out root cause analysis, problem-solving and repairs to electrical and mechanical components
- Identify and report existing and anticipated problems with wind farm equipment, which includes inspections, etc
- Compile and review O&M reports and recommend action plans to the Lead Technician/ Line Manager
- Reviews relevant material (manuals, blueprints, schematics) to determine tasks, tools, equipment, and parts needed to maintain the system
- Ensures a safe working environment, meets safety standards, and adheres to regulatory compliance requirements
- Report any incidents and accidents to supervision as soon as practicable
Project Assistant
Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Wind Energy Research Group (WERG) of AMTC (NMMU),with WERG I worked on renewable projects such parabolic collectors, solar panels, solar cookers, solar charging stations, and acquired basic knowledge of wind turbines, solar heating etc
Trainee Technician
Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Wind Energy Research Group (WERG)
- I did detailed draughting of components to be fabricated for the research, equipment needed, sourcing of components
Trainee Technician
Volkswagen Group South Africa
01.2012 - 06.2012
- I had introductory experience in Basic hand skills; Industrial hydraulics; Electrical hydraulics; Industrial pneumatics; Fitting Milling; Welding, Electronic pneumatics; CNC; Motor mechanics; Turning; Advanced pneumatics
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa12-2021
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Port Elizabeth, South Africa12-2012
Skills
- Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Python Programming
- Machine Learning (In Progress)
- Statistical & Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving & Systems Thinking
- Technical Writing
- Self-Learning & Research Readiness
- Wind Turbine Technology
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Mechanical Engineering
Certification
- Professional Engineering Technician, Pr Techni Eng
- Data Science Foundations Skill Path
- Data and Programming Foundations for AI Skill Path
- Data Scientist: Machine Learning (in progress)
- Learn Python 3
- Learn SQL
- Learn Statistics with NumPy
- Learn Data Analysis with Pandas
- Exploratory Data Analysis in Python
- Probability
- Principles of Data Literacy
Affiliations
- South African institute of Mechanical Engineers (SAIMechE)
- Southern African Asset Management Association (SAAMA)
- Institute of Professional Engineering Technologists (IPET)
- Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Xhosa
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Wind Technical Specialist
Enel Green Power South Africa
07.2023 - Current
Lead Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
07.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Lead /Senior Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
01.2017 - 07.2021
Service Technician
Nordex Energy South Africa
04.2014 - 01.2017
Project Assistant
Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre
01.2013 - 12.2013
Trainee Technician
Advanced Mechatronic Technology Centre
06.2012 - 12.2012
Trainee Technician
Volkswagen Group South Africa
01.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
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