Nkanyiso Mguca
Artisan
Cape Town,WC
Summary
Senior Artisan Engineering delivering planned and predictive maintenance across overhead lines, kiosks, MV equipment, and supporting structures. Supports 10+ MV jobs per month, leading fault finding, cable fault location, pressure testing, and partial discharge testing while coordinating safe execution with staff and contractors. Strengthens network uptime through permit control, SAP reporting, and on-the-job skills transfer to apprentices.
Overview
2
2
Languages
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Artisan (Engineering)
City of Cape Town
12.2017 - Current
- Key Performance Areas : Planned/Predictive Maintenance on Overhead lines, Kiosks and supporting structure such as stays and strut poles. Inspections on kiosks, mains poles and the LV network. Fault finding of no power, low/high voltage, cable faults, phase missing for both underground cables and overhead lines. Wiring and installation of kiosks. Fault-finding and cable fault location, testing of circuits, cable jointing and cable termination. Respond to vandalism on the network and report. Supervise the staff and contractors. Issue working permit to contractors. Perform SAP and spreadsheet functions related to specific task assigned. Train or transfer the skill to the staff and Apprentice. Ensure compliance to health and safety regulations. MV Inspections. 11KV equipment maintenance, retrofits and replacements. 11KV, 33KV & 132KV switching. 11KV pressure testing. Partial discharge testing. BTU Inspections and maintenance. Etc
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Maintenance Assistant
City of Cape Town
05.2014 - 11.2017
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs that reduced downtime and extended equipment lifespan.
- Responded promptly to emergency repairs, minimizing equipment downtime.
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems to ensure continuous operation.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore optimal equipment functionality.
- Assisted in repair and upkeep of city infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to develop maintenance schedules that improved workflow.
- Delivered comprehensive support to maintenance supervisor through skilled repairs, focusing on safety.
- Addressed emergency situations effectively while adhering to established safety protocols.
Education
N4 - Electrical (Heavy current)
College of Cape Town Pinelands Campus
Pinelands01-2012
Grade 12 (NQF 4) - English First Additional Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Electrical Principles and Practice, Electrical Systems and Construction, Electrical Workmanship, Electronic Control and Digital Electronics
College of Cape Town Pinelands Campus
Pinelands01-2010
Skills
Overhead line maintenance
Fault finding
Cable jointing
Cable termination
11KV switching
Preventive maintenance
Network inspections
Permit to work control
Health and safety compliance
Contractor supervision
Transformer oil testing
Earthing system testing
Switchgear maintenance
Substation commissioning
Electrical drawings interpretation
References
- B., Hendricks, Senior Superintendent, Bradley.Hendricks@capetown.gov.za, 082 338 9052, 021 400 6974, Name : Mr B. Hendricks
- R., Kalam, Superintendent, Reza.Kalam@capetown.gov.za, 076 403 9747, 021 400 4644, Name : Mr R. Kalam
- D., Chitaukire, Senior Superintendent, Denford.Chitaukire@capetown.gov.za, 071 507 8199, 021 400 4646, Name : Mr D. Chitaukire
Timeline
Artisan (Engineering)
City of Cape Town
12.2017 - Current
Maintenance Assistant
City of Cape Town
05.2014 - 11.2017
Grade 12 (NQF 4) - English First Additional Language, Mathematics, Life Orientation, Electrical Principles and Practice, Electrical Systems and Construction, Electrical Workmanship, Electronic Control and Digital Electronics
College of Cape Town Pinelands Campus
N4 - Electrical (Heavy current)
College of Cape Town Pinelands Campus