Mpho Welhemina Tshabalala

• Ensured Fridge plant operated according to required standards.
• Monitored air compressor machines for optimal performance underground and surface.
• Conducted maintenance on pumps and associated equipment at fridge plant and underground.
• Performed troubleshooting and maintenance on S7 controllers (300, 400, 1200).
• Executed quality inspections of control systems and newly installed instruments.
• Designed power distribution from MCC to UPS to instrument DB and individual instruments.
• Installed instruments and wired control panels underground.
• Maintained temperature sensors, control valves, flow sensors, and proxy switches.
• Performed diagnostic tests on instrumentation devices to identify faults and executed timely corrective actions.
• Installed, calibrated, and maintained a wide range of instrumentation equipment to support production processes.
• Collaborated with maintenance teams in diagnosing and fixing faults in electronic equipment using troubleshooting skills.
• Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce the likelihood of unforeseen equipment failures.
• Configured electronic equipment by operating control panels, dials or buttons to achieve desired functionality.
• Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations during maintenance procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Participated in root cause analysis meetings following equipment failures to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Completed equipment assembly by aligning and fastening components and finishing wired connections between different parts.
• Provided quality assurance by testing electronic products for defects, damage or deficiencies.
• Conducted routine and emergency repairs on electronic systems to minimise downtime in operations.
• Oversaw the decommissioning and disposal of outdated or obsolete instrumentation in accordance with environmental standards.

• Attend breakdowns to keep the production lines working and reduce the downtime
• Do a Preventative and corrective maintenance on production line
• Monitor and calibrate the vessels on the batching system as per monthly schedule
• Do fault finding using Allen Bradley PLC

Job Purpose:
To operate and monitor specialized production equipment in a highly regulated environment of producing explosive, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards, quality requirements, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production machinery in accordance with approved standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Follow all prescribed protocols for handling hazardous or regulated materials.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report any faults or deviations.
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure proper documentation.
• Adhere to quality control standards to ensure product consistency and reliability.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a safe working environment.