Mthokozisi Ngubane
Durban
Summary
An electrical artisan with NQF level 2, 3 and 4 in chemical electrical. N4 electrical engineering certificate, electrical trade test certificate, programmable logic controls (basic knowledge) certificate. With 6 years' experience which 3 years is learnership and one as a semi-skilled electrician and 2 as an electrical artisan intern. Mthokozisi is specializing in electrical maintenance and repairing of equipment which includes preventative maintenance on AC motors, low voltage switch gear, cathodic protection, plant lighting. And inspection of electrical equipment which includes periodic inspection of insulation resistance on motors and supply cables, hazardous inspection of equipment, earthing integrity checks, transformer and capacitor banks inspection. And fault finding on low voltage switch gear. Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker and consensus builder.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROJECT SUPERVISOUR / TEAM LEADER
WORKFORCE STAFFING AT FIRO ENGINEERING
07.2023
- Oversee work done by electricians on site, ensure that all safety and compliance standards are met, Perform isolation duties of electrical equipment when required, assist in setting up standard engineering and operating procedures, planning and organizing of task and workplace, designing and implementing work schedules and providing technical assistance when required, inspecting and assessing work to be done by electrical personnel, reading and interpreting of schematic diagrams to ensure the proper installation of electrical systems, overseeing the purchasing of electrical equipment on site, ensuring work is completed on schedule and to code, maintaining a safe and clean work area, consulting with other companies on site, review electrical engineering drawings and refer issues requiring changes, assign job task and work as per electrical projects schedule, plan and prepare work and equipment usage schedule, review and inspect new buildings to ensure compliance with current electrical codes
maintenance electrical artisan intern
south african petroleum refinery (sapref)
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Installing, maintaining and repairing electrical control, wiring and lighting systems , reading technical diagrams and blueprints, periodic inspection on motors, cathodic protection, inspecting transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment's, insulation resistance test on supply cables and motors, backup generators, earthing integrity checks, performing isolation specialist duties of low voltage switch gear when required, repairing of lighting across all sites, complying to safety regulations and procedures, plant inspection, compilation of reports, troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices, glanding and termination of electrical cables.
electrical apprentice
south african petroleum refinery (sapref)
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Wiring and designing AC and DC motors, recording of job cards, testing of commercial and industrial electrical equipment, programming of basic logic controls systems
- Assist artisan during maintenance breakdowns and preventative maintenance, tag and return equipment removed for repairs to stores, maintaining all tools and equipment in good working condition, perform periodic equipment inspections, complete all preventative maintenance checklist and update records, remove and install minor equipment's, assist with project work when required, safely operate basic hand tools and equipment.
Education
N4 Electrical Engineering -
KZN FET College Umbilo Campus
11-2011
Matric Grade 12 -
Umlazi Comprehensive Technical School
01-2007
Skills
- Knowledge of electrical code (SANS 10142)
- Electrical inspection, testing, repairs and wiring
- Collaboration with team members to accomplish projects
- Installation and maintenance of electrical equipment
- Low voltage switching, isolation and de isolation of MCC and MNIS switch gear
- Terminations and cable gladding up 240 mm cable
- SWA ECC cable gladding up to 240 mm cable
- Connections on AC DB boards
- Testing and fault finding from 12 V to 400 V
- Testing and inspecting all AC installations
- Safely isolate, test and work on AC mini subs up to 1100V
- Re-energize mini subs and confirming electricity to loads
- Ability to read and interpret blue prints and schematic diagrams
- Good problem solving skills for diagnosing electrical faults
- Wire electrical panels 220v to 500v
- Basic understanding of PLC and VSD
- Working knowledge and understanding of the occupational health and safety act
- Technical Support
- Documentation and Reporting
- Team Supervision
- Shift Scheduling
- Work Planning
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Performance Evaluations
- Leading Team Meetings
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Motivation
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Goal Setting
- Safety
- Evaluating Employee Work
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety Processes and Procedures
- Daily Workflow Improvement
- Team Check-Ins
- People Management
- Risk Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Task Prioritization
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Team Building
References
- Desmond Govender (SAPREF), Senior Electrical and Instrument Supervisor, (031) 4801469, 0828865702
- Msizi Mkhize (SAPREF), Senior Maintenance Electrical Artisan, 0725666917
- Terrence Makhaye (Workforce Staffing), Site Manager, 0839821323
Certification
N4 Electrical engineering certificate
NQF level 2 chemical electrical certificate
NQF level 3 chemical electrical certificate
NQF level 4 chemical electrical certificate
Electrical trade test certificate red seal
Timeline
PROJECT SUPERVISOUR / TEAM LEADER
WORKFORCE STAFFING AT FIRO ENGINEERING
07.2023
maintenance electrical artisan intern
south african petroleum refinery (sapref)
01.2017 - 01.2020
electrical apprentice
south african petroleum refinery (sapref)
01.2013 - 01.2016
Matric Grade 12 -
Umlazi Comprehensive Technical School
N4 Electrical Engineering -
KZN FET College Umbilo Campus