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Michael John Bennette

Michael John Bennette

Senior Maintenance Electrician
Uitenhage,EC

Summary

Dynamic Maintenance Supervisor with extensive experience at Nimbus Diamond Tools, adept at reducing downtime through effective troubleshooting and proactive maintenance. Skilled in electrical installations and team leadership, I excel in fostering collaboration and implementing safety standards, ensuring operational excellence in high-pressure environments. Committed to continuous improvement and technical innovation.

Electrical professional prepared for role with extensive experience in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while achieving reliable results. Expertise in diagnosing electrical issues, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
8
8
Certificates
2
2
Languages

Work History

Maintenance Shift Electrician

Lumotech Ltd
02.2006 - 11.2025
  • Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations regarding workplace safety concerning electrical work practices.
  • Installed new wiring systems with attention to compliance with code requirements, improving overall facility safety standards.
  • Working a three shift system (nights, afternoons, days)
  • Startup plant on most Sunday Night Shifts
  • Working overtime - when needed for production purposes and requirements
  • Working within a preventative maintenance program
  • Continual documentation on a daily basis
  • Reactive maintenance on Injection Molding Machines, Material Dryers, Material Feed Systems, and all other auxiliary equipment.
  • PLC fault finding, advanced safety inter-locks, heater bands, and general mechanical work when needed
  • New installations, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, molds in compliance with factory standards
  • House keeping on production floor and maintenance department.

Production Engineer (UK)

Deluxe Global Media
2002 - 2005
  • Provided technical support to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining production targets.
  • Communicated with other team members to enhance process and performance.
  • Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
  • Trained team on best practices to optimize production and improve quality.
  • Conducted root cause analyses to identify areas for improvement and implemented corrective actions accordingly.
  • Duties include, preventative, remedial maintenance and Yield figures
  • Processing of CD and DVD replication machines, print machines in a high speed production environment
  • Fault finding in a wide range of technologies including:

electrical circuits, electronic circuits, PLC's, High Vacuum, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Process Control and Mechanical Engineering

  • As a Qualified Electrician holding the 16th Edition, i could also work in the facilities department , maintaining and installation of electrical boards, cable installations, water temperature control circuits and general maintenance work.

Maintenance Supervisor

Nimbus Diamond Tools
2001 - 2002
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Supervised [Number] employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Proactive and preventative maintenance in a large scale production environment in making Diamond Tool Cutters
  • Running of a preventative maintenance program in conjunction with all health and safety issues.
  • Making sure that all national standards are met
  • Fault finding in the following technologies: Electrical circuits, electronic circuits, hydraulics and mechanical engineering.

Education

N1 - N4 National Technical Certificates - Electrical Engineering

Uitenhage Technical College
Uitenhage, South Africa
04.2001 -

N1 - N4 National Technical Certificates - Electrical Engineering

Uitenhage Technical College
Uitenhage, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Electrical installations

Electrical testing

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Power distribution

Low-voltage systems

Lighting systems

Motor controls

HVAC controls

Energy management

Emergency repairs

Control systems

Variable frequency drives

Infrared thermography

PLC programming

Teamwork

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership skills

Multitasking Abilities

Troubleshooting skills

Computer literacy

Excellent communication

Decision-making

Self motivation

Time management abilities

Adaptability and flexibility

Active listening

Electrical system design

Technical understanding

Team building

Equipment installation

Documentation skills

System testing

Relationship building

Electrical diagnostics

Software

Electrical drawings

Certification

Nosa - health and safety reps. training course

Interests

Writing & Photography

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
afrikaans
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Maintenance Shift Electrician

Lumotech Ltd
02.2006 - 11.2025

Pro Training PE - mitsubishi A/Q/FX series PLC basics

04-2005

Netstal - Maintenance and Diagnostics

06-2004

City & Guilds - level 3 certificate in the requirements for electrical installations

06-2003

Boc Edwards - Practical Vacuum Technology

02-2003

N1 - N4 National Technical Certificates - Electrical Engineering

Uitenhage Technical College
04.2001 -

N1 - N4 National Technical Certificates - Electrical Engineering

Uitenhage Technical College
04.2001 -

Sun International - Principles of Management Program

11-1998

Sun International - presentation skills course

10-1998

Nosa - health and safety reps. training course

06-1998

Technique - installation and maintenance of PWM AC Drives

06-1994

Production Engineer (UK)

Deluxe Global Media
2002 - 2005

Maintenance Supervisor

Nimbus Diamond Tools
2001 - 2002
Michael John BennetteSenior Maintenance Electrician