Motati David Tsotetsi
Summary
Results-oriented Fitter experienced in mechanical assembly and equipment maintenance. Enhanced operational efficiency through effective troubleshooting and strong analytical skills. Delivered high-quality workmanship by specializing in blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, and welding techniques while consistently adapting to project requirements and deadlines.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
10.2024 - Current
- Assembled and installed mechanical components for heavy machinery and equipment.
- Installed borehole and export pumps to ensure optimal water extraction at various sites
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with teams to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
Diesel fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Inspected and repaired diesel engines for heavy machinery and equipment.
- Inspected and repaired diesel engines for heavy machinery and equipment, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Performed routine maintenance on fleet vehicles, enhancing operational readiness and minimizing downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment, facilitating timely repairs and reducing service interruptions.
Fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Assembled and installed mechanical components in heavy machinery.
- Assembled and installed mechanical components, enhancing overall machinery performance.
- Conducted regular inspections, ensuring optimal equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues, improving team efficiency.
Turbine fitter
Eskom Rotek Industries
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Commissioned generator stators and turbines to ensure operational readiness and compliance with specifications
- Assembled and installed mechanical components in power generation equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
Fitter
Cape gate pty Ltd
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Coordinated let-off process to maintain operational efficiency
- Assembled and installed machinery components for efficient operations.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes.
Fitter
Copalcor
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained couplings, gearboxes, pumps, chain drives, and mills to ensure optimal operational performance.
- Operated machinery to support production of high-quality iron ore products.
- Operated machinery to facilitate efficient production of high-quality iron ore products.
- Inspected equipment regularly to confirm functionality and compliance with safety standards.
Supervisor
Malitech
02.2016 - 04.2016
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team efficiency and productivity.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Managed skitter gates, facilitating uninterrupted operations
Turbine fitter
Elca engineering
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Assembled and installed mechanical components in various machinery and equipment.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to ensure precise installations.
- Maintained optimal function of compressors, turbines, and coolers to support system efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools and equipment for optimal performance.
Turbine fitter
Sasol
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Compressors, Turbine, coolers, Balancing of the rotors, run out points
- Assembled mechanical components to meet specifications and blueprints, ensuring accuracy and functionality.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and adherence to safety standards, minimizing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to perform maintenance tasks on electrical systems, enhancing operational reliability.
Fitter
Diamond power
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Assembled and installed heavy machinery components for operational efficiency.
- Assembled and installed heavy machinery components, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, resolving problems efficiently.
Fitter
Cwi pty ltd
06.2013 - 12.2013
- Assembled and installed machinery components for efficient operations.
- Serviced gearboxes and pulleys in machinery to sustain operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
Fitter/supervisor
Arcelor Mittal
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Executed maintenance on bearings, pumps, gearboxes, pipes, compressors, and valves to maintain optimal operational performance.
- Maintained safety protocols while performing fitting tasks in a manufacturing environment.
- Assembled metal components using precision tools and machinery.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Crane fitter
Arcelor Mittal
12.2012 - 01.2013
- Performed regular maintenance on overhead cranes to ensure optimal operation.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Assembled and installed machinery components according to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
Fitter
Anglo coal new vaal mine
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Installed and maintained equipment in compliance with safety standards.
- Executed maintenance on conveyors and pumps to maintain optimal operational performance
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot machinery issues effectively.
Fitter
Samancor chrome
02.2009 - 06.2011
- Assembled and installed equipment components on mining machinery.
- Performed maintenance on conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and valves to ensure operational reliability.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain equipment safety and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
Apprentice fitter
Arcelor Mittal
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Performed maintenance on conveyor belts, gearboxes, pumps, valves, gas pipes, bearings, motors, and heat exchangers to ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Operated machinery to support assembly and fabrication processes.
- Collaborated with team members to execute production schedules effectively.
Education
Section 13 Red Seal Fitter - Appreciate Fitter
Arcelormittalsa
Vanderbijpark, South Africa 02.2009 - 07.2011
Mahareng Secondary School
Vanderbijpark, South AfricaSkills
- Mechanical aptitude
- Mechanical assembly
- Equipment maintenance
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Computer
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Communication
References
- Moses Gertze, Supervisor, 0767977828, Kolomela Mine
- Nkosinathi Mhlongo, Supervisor, 0726595430, Kolomela Mine
- Tshidiso Tshabalala, Unknown, 0818845438, Kolomela Mine
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
10.2024 - Current
Diesel fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
01.2022 - 09.2022
Fitter
KUMBA IRON ORE
11.2018 - 12.2019
Turbine fitter
Eskom Rotek Industries
12.2017 - 01.2018
Fitter
Cape gate pty Ltd
09.2017 - 12.2017
Fitter
Copalcor
12.2016 - 01.2017
Supervisor
Malitech
02.2016 - 04.2016
Turbine fitter
Sasol
12.2015 - 01.2016
Turbine fitter
Elca engineering
05.2015 - 02.2016
Fitter
Diamond power
12.2014 - 01.2015
Fitter
Cwi pty ltd
06.2013 - 12.2013
Fitter/supervisor
Arcelor Mittal
01.2013 - 05.2013
Crane fitter
Arcelor Mittal
12.2012 - 01.2013
Fitter
Anglo coal new vaal mine
03.2012 - 06.2012
Section 13 Red Seal Fitter - Appreciate Fitter
Arcelormittalsa
02.2009 - 07.2011
Fitter
Samancor chrome
02.2009 - 06.2011
Apprentice fitter
Arcelor Mittal
01.2009 - 12.2009
Mahareng Secondary School