Sbahle Msomi
Process & Quality Technician
Durban
Summary
In my current role as a Process & Quality Technician at uMngeni - uThukela Water, I excel in managing tasks that align seamlessly with my responsibilities, including water balancing, metering coordination, and quality system management. I have honed strong analytical and reporting skills, focusing on water treatment volumes and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. My expertise extends to performing audits and ensuring the accuracy of data for billing and forecasting purposes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Process & Quality Technician
Umgeni - Uthukela Water
12.2022 - Current
- Develop risk-based monitoring programs for water treatment plants.
- Prepare water quality compliance reports for stakeholders.
- Conduct water quality profiling and assist in minimizing customer complaints.
- Coordinate Water Quality Meetings and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Investigate water quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Perform process plant audits and ensure compliance with Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) requirements.
- Calibrate and maintain online instrumentation.
- Assist in evaluating new processes and products, ensuring efficiency in water treatment.
- Contribute to water sales volume analysis and recommend strategies to reduce water losses.
Process Coordinator
NuWater Systems (Pty) Ltd - Seriti New Vaal Mine Site
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Monitored equipment performance and reported deficiencies to relevant personnel.
- Performed plant inspections and ensured water quality met established standards.
- Managed chemical dosing to optimize plant performance.
- Led Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures according to plant standards.
- Conducted safety, health, and environmental (SHE) activities and audits.
- Participated in planning, production forums, and budget control.
Water Treatment Process Operator
Diversey Chemicals - The South African Breweries Site
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Monitored and optimized water treatment processes for boilers, cooling towers, and pasteurizers.
In-service Trainee
Umgeni Water
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Operated and troubleshot water and wastewater treatment plants (manual and SCADA).
- Assisted in the commissioning of the Darvill wastewater treatment works and Lower Tugela waterworks.
- Conducted water quality analysis and regular process optimization.
- Participated in energy and material balance assessments for water treatment plants.
- Conducted jar tests, sample analyses, and procurement for external projects with budgets up to R200,000.
- Acted as Safety Officer, Fire Marshal, and First Aider.
Education
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Advanced Diploma - Chemical Engineering
University of South Africa
Matric - undefined
Sithengile Secondary School
Skills
- SCADA
- SAP (Applications and Products)
- Process Optimization
- Water Treatment Chemistry
- Chemical Dosing Systems
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- First Aid
- Fire Fighting
- SHE Representative
- Competency
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical thinking and troubleshooting
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective team collaboration and client interaction
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/10/93
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C1
Timeline
Process & Quality Technician
Umgeni - Uthukela Water
12.2022 - Current
Process Coordinator
NuWater Systems (Pty) Ltd - Seriti New Vaal Mine Site
07.2021 - 11.2022
Water Treatment Process Operator
Diversey Chemicals - The South African Breweries Site
06.2020 - 06.2021
In-service Trainee
Umgeni Water
06.2018 - 05.2020
Advanced Diploma - Chemical Engineering
University of South Africa
Matric - undefined
Sithengile Secondary School
National Diploma - Chemical Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
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