Mohlalifi Choma

I am a qualified Civil Engineer with over 15 years of experience in civil engineering infrastructure development, construction, operations, and maintenance specializing in the aviation sector. I am skilled in engineering design, construction supervision, and contract administration with proven experience in leading civil maintenance programmes and managing multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and consultants. Currently, I serve at OR Tambo International Airport as the Civil Maintenance Engineer and Acting Civil Maintenance Manager. My responsibilities include maintenance planning, budget control, inspections, procurement, contractor oversight, and internal team management. I am recognized for my hands-on leadership, reliable project execution, and ability to balance technical, administrative, and operational demands across all stages of civil infrastructure maintenance. My work is grounded in the professional norms and standards of the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and is guided by aviation-specific regulations set by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), in all of which I possess expert-level competence.

• 3-Year Pavement Maintenance Contract, R29M, 01/01/16 - 12/31/19, Planned and delivered routine and periodic repairs, Supervised contractor compliance
• Concrete Palisade Fencing Project, R3M, 01/01/17, Managed BOQ development and procurement, Enforced quality control
• Sewer Sump Sludge Cleaning, R2M, 01/01/18, Coordinated works with internal environmental units, Issued work instructions
• O.R Tambo Statue Installation, R12M, 01/01/19 - 12/31/20, Oversaw civil and infrastructure interfaces, Conducted civil safety reviews
• Runway Friction Testing Contract, R5.8M, 01/01/21 - Ongoing, Ensured minimum friction coefficient levels are maintained, Coordinated test intervals
• Runway Rubber Removal Services, R10M, 01/01/21 - Ongoing, Led procurement and programming, Oversaw execution at night
• Bulk Water Maintenance Contract, R1M, 01/01/23 - Ongoing, Managed planned and reactive pipeline works, Verified site data and materials quality
• Foxtrot Sewage Facility Relocation, R34.2M, 01/01/24 - Ongoing, Coordinated multidisciplinary engineering deliverables, Monitored compliance and timeline progress
• Civil Maintenance Consultant, R4M, 01/01/23 - Ongoing, Managed consultant TORs and site access, Monitored payment schedules