Molebogeng Lekopa
Instrumentation Technician
Summary
Adept Senior Instrumentation Technician with a proven track record at Mintek for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime through expert maintenance and calibration of instrumentation equipment. Skilled in PLC and SCADA Management, and Project Reporting, demonstrating exceptional project management and negotiation skills. Achieved favorable pricing agreements and streamlined work processes, significantly impacting production line performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Instrumentation Technician
Mintek
10.2015 - 10.2022
- Strengthened relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing on replacement parts or services when needed.
- Streamlined work processes by developing comprehensive documentation for instrument specifications, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- PLC Maintenance (Siemens, AllenBradley, Modicon)
- Work Orders and Maintenance Plan management using SAP.
- Contributed to the smooth operation of production lines by effectively managing spare parts inventory for critical instrumentation components.
- Reduced downtime by performing timely maintenance and calibration of instrumentation equipment.
Instrumentation Technician
Petra Diamonds
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Optic Fiber and Industrial networks maintenance ( Profibus, Profinet, etc)
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification and resolution of instrument issues.
- Trained new technicians on best practices in instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques for better performance results overall.
- Standby Support.
Instrumentation Technician
AngloGold Ashanti
04.2009 - 06.2014
- Reduced downtime with proactive identification and resolution of instrument issues.
- Cleaned and adjusted instruments.
- PLC Maintenance
- Standby Support
Education
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Gauteng South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Field Instrumentation
Data Management
Project Management
PLC and SCADA Management
Variable Speed Drives
Hazardous Area Equipment
Electrical schematics
Field Instrumentation
Work References
Name: Mr Bonisile Hewu
Designation: Electrical Engineering Manager
Company name: Mintek
Contact: 011 709 4781
Cell: 0824677101
Email: BoniH@mintek.co.za
Name: Mr Thulani Ncube
Designation: Electrical Engineer
Company name: Mintek
Cell: 0768879202
Email: Thulanin@mintek.co.za
Timeline
Senior Instrumentation Technician
Mintek
10.2015 - 10.2022
Instrumentation Technician
Petra Diamonds
04.2014 - 09.2015
Instrumentation Technician
AngloGold Ashanti
04.2009 - 06.2014
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 -