Ntandoyenkosi Hove
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic (Diesel Plant Fitter)
Rustenburg
Summary
Professional Heavy duty TMM Diesel Mechanic with experience in providing quality maintenance services on wide range of heavy duty mining and earthmoving equipments. With over a decade of experience in underground & opencast mining, earthmoving, and construction industry, completing routine repairs, preventive maintenance and specialized rebuilds. Customer oriented and checklist proficiency coupled with strong team working capabilities
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
TMM Diesel Mechanic
Manniken Engineering
3 2022 - Current
- Conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance on TMM such as epiroc, boltecs, drill rigs, AARD LHDs, Fermel trackless machines - Jeeps, Deutz engines, 2010 and 2017 UVs, and PCs, ensuring their proper functioning and adherence to safety standards.
- Read and interpret blue prints and schematics; provide input and recommend changes on design blue prints as requested
- Rebuilds - Performing engine overhauls, including disassembling and reassembling components,ordering and replacing worn-out parts, and adjusting engine settings.
- Trouble shooting -Inspecting and repairing fuel systems, cooling and exhaust systems as well as electrical components
- Documenting all maintenance and repair activities, including work performed, parts used, and time taken.
- Collaborating with other team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of projects.
- Assisting in maintaining inventory levels & ordering spare parts as needed. Adhering to company policies and safety procedures, promoting a safe working environment.
- Replacing major components on GHH, Aard EJC, Epiroc LHDs, and DD210 drill rigs. Hydraulic and mechanical fault finding on all machine breakdowns.
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic (Diesel Plant Fitter)
Maralco Plant Services
1 2016 - 02.2021
- Continuous Learning - Stayed up-to-date with latest industry trends and technologies, attending workshops and training sessions to continually improve skills.
- Minimized environmental impact by properly disposing of hazardous materials and promoting the use of eco-friendly products when appropriate.
- Reduced downtime - Perform preventive and predictive maintenance checks and servicing on equipment by implementing maintenance schedules.
- Streamlined workflow in the repair shop, maintaining a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient repairs.
- Rebuilt components including engines, transmissions or braking systems when required instead of replacing with new parts, reducing costs for clients.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects within tight deadlines.
- Knowledge Sharing - Mentored junior mechanics, sharing knowledge of best practices and industry standards for heavy diesel maintenance and repair.
- Increased workplace safety by implementing standardized maintenance procedures and conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment.
- Document Management - Maintained accurate service records to facilitate timely preventive maintenance, increasing the lifespan of equipment.
Diesel Plant Fitter (Attachment)
Pote Transport (Pvt) Ltd
1 2013 - 12.2013
- Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
- Assisted colleagues in troubleshooting challenging mechanical issues, fostering a collaborative work environment that encouraged skill sharing and professional growth.
- Demonstrated versatility by servicing a diverse range of heavy-duty diesel equipment, including trucks, buses, construction vehicles, and agricultural machinery.
- Maintained accurate service records to facilitate timely preventive maintenance, increasing the lifespan of equipment.
- Corresponded with supervisor to identify and carry out projects, implementing repairs, expansions and new installations according to customer requirements.
- Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
Education
National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting (HEXCO) -
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2011 - 04.2013
Advanced Level Certificate GCSE - Commercial Arts
Chegato Mission
Zimbabwe11.2009
Skills
Mechanical troubleshooting
Health & Safety awareness
Hydraulic, Fuel, Electrical and Powertrain Systems Knowledge
Problem-solving abilities
Effective communication skills
Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability and Flexibility
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
System Upgrades
Problem-Solving
Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Rebuilt machines GHH LHDs 4.4 and SLP5, EJC 115
- Designed and implemented a system to improve machine wear and tear
- Designed a system to adhere to OEM standards
- Successfully trained 5 apprentices
- Worked on various machines including Epiroc, Boltecs, Sandvik DD210, AARD LHDs 5.5, GHH LHDs, Atlas 1030, FERMEL, HITACHI ZAXIS 200, JCB 2DX and 3CX, VOLVO A35D, Cat 3306, Detroit 12.7l and 14l, ISX
- Rebuilds: Engines overhauls, Gearboxes diagnosis, and Torque Converters and Utility Transverters
- Faulty finding , diagnosis, repairs, assembling and tesing cylinders, brake heads, hubs, and hydraulic pumps
- Assisted in tune-ups and change-outs on engines and transmission torque converters
- Prepared accurate maintenance and service schedules
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
References
- Manniken Engineering - Lucky Matshatsha - +27 63 613 2681
- Maralco Plant Services (Pty) Ltd - Mrs. E Kruger - +27 76 482 2303
- Pote Transport (Pvt) Ltd - Tamuka H - +263 71 286 0640
Timeline
National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting (HEXCO) -
Bulawayo Polytechnic College
01.2011 - 04.2013
TMM Diesel Mechanic
Manniken Engineering
3 2022 - Current
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic (Diesel Plant Fitter)
Maralco Plant Services
1 2016 - 02.2021
Diesel Plant Fitter (Attachment)
Pote Transport (Pvt) Ltd
1 2013 - 12.2013
Advanced Level Certificate GCSE - Commercial Arts
Chegato Mission
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