Mduduzi Siyiza Khwela
Motor Mechanic
Durban
Summary
Automotive professional with extensive experience in vehicle diagnostics and repair. Proven ability to streamline maintenance processes and ensure top-tier performance standards. Consistently focused on team collaboration and delivering dependable results, while adapting to evolving needs and challenges. Skilled in engine repair, brake systems, and electrical diagnostics, with reputation for reliability and problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Motor Mechanic
Cartime
08.2024 - Current
- Minor Services, major services, brakes overhaul, clutch overhaul, engine overhaul, electrical diagnostics
- Led a team of mechanics to diagnose and resolve complex vehicle issues, enhancing repair efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules for our customer vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime significantly.
- Trained junior mechanics on advanced diagnostic tools and techniques, fostering skill development and improving team productivity.
Bike Mechanic
Harley Davidson
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Minor Services, major services, brakes overhaul, clutch overhaul, engine overhaul, electrical diagnostics
Head Motor Mechanic
Cartime
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Minor Services, major services, brakes overhaul, clutch overhaul, engine overhaul, gearbox overhaul, diff overhaul, electrical diagnostics(using launch, & Esitronics)
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules for customer vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime significantly.
- Conducted thorough inspections and repaired automotive systems, maintaining high standards of safety and compliance with regulations.
- Streamlined workflow processes in the service department, resulting in quicker turnaround times and improved operational efficiency.
Head Motor Mechanic/Service manager
Isipho Capital trading as Bates Motors
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Minor Services, major services, brakes overhaul, clutch overhaul, engine overhaul, gearbox overhaul, diff overhaul, electrical diagnostics(using launch, tech2, IDSS & Esitronics)
- Run an efficient and profitable service department, include choosing and overseeing productive staff, customer retention, cost controls, maintenance of all service records and achievement of set objectives.
- Developed training programs for junior mechanics, fostering skill advancement and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
Motor Mechanic
Key Durban
03.2013 - 06.2020
- Minor Services, major services, brakes overhaul, clutch overhaul, engine overhaul, gearbox overhaul, diff overhaul, electrical diagnostics(using launch, tech2, IDSS)
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
- Assisted in the implementation of new technologies, streamlining operations and enhancing overall efficiency in workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and resolve technical issues, improving service response times and customer satisfaction.
Education
Motor Mechanic - Engineering Mechanics
KATS Training Centre
Pinetown, South Africa03-2018
Grade 12/ Matric - Science
Lugobe High School
Umbumbulu, South Africa12-2011
Skills
Engine overhaul
Vehicle inspection
Clutch replacement
Gearbox servicing
Electrical diagnostics
Safety compliance
Team leadership
Workflow optimization
Diagnostic tools
Mechanical inspections
Vehicle servicing
Brake systems
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9303225849081
- Date of Birth: 22 March 1993
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Yes(Code EC/14)
- Passport: Yes
- Marital Status: Single
Name
Mduduzi Siyiza Khwela
Disability
No disabilities
References
- Pops Munilal, Key Durban Workshop Forman, +27 31 462 5215
- Mcebiseni Mjadu, Isipho Capital service manager, +27 72 210 6714
- Lorenzo Cameron, Forman at Harley Davidson Cape Town, +27 65 889 6462
Timeline
Head Motor Mechanic
Cartime
08.2024 - Current
Bike Mechanic
Harley Davidson
03.2024 - 07.2024
Head Motor Mechanic
Cartime
05.2023 - 02.2024
Head Motor Mechanic/Service manager
Isipho Capital trading as Bates Motors
01.2022 - 04.2023
Motor Mechanic
Key Durban
03.2013 - 06.2020
Motor Mechanic - Engineering Mechanics
KATS Training Centre
Grade 12/ Matric - Science
Lugobe High School