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Work History
Education
Skills
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Sibusiso Twala

Senior Electromechanician
Bethal

Summary

Skilled Millwright and Electrical Technician with a proven track record at Sasol Mining, adept in machinery installation and troubleshooting. Demonstrated ability to enhance equipment reliability and workplace safety, excelling in both team collaboration and independent problem-solving. Achieved significant reductions in downtime, consistently exceeding performance metrics with a focus on safety compliance and efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Millwright

Sasol Mining
Bethal
07.2021 - Current
  • Maintained mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on mining machinery.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
  • Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.

Technical Assistant

Xilo Technology
Vereeniging, Three Rivers
02.2019 - 10.2020
  • Provided technical guidance and support to team members.
  • Updated supervisor on status of projects.
  • Gathered, organized and distributed technical documentation.
  • Troubleshot malfunctioning hardware and software deployments to support nonstop operations.
  • Repaired hardware infrastructure using hand tools and components.
  • Lead training sessions for team members on various topics related to technology use within the workplace environment, fostering an atmosphere of continued learning amongst staff.
  • Ensured the safety and well-being of all team members by following company safety procedures and guidelines consistently.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Increased energy efficiency for clients by suggesting appropriate upgrades in lighting, wiring, or control systems based on their needs.
  • Improved overall job quality by adhering to industry standards and best practices during installations.
  • Supported the successful completion of large-scale projects by providing hands-on assistance to senior electricians.
  • Received positive feedback from supervisors for consistently maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail while following blueprints and schematics during installation processes.
  • Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
  • Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.

Assistant Cad Operator

Proconics
Vereeniging, Vanderbijl Park
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Streamlined communication between architects and engineers by accurately translating design concepts into technical plans.
  • Served as a reliable resource for troubleshooting CAD-related issues among colleagues, fostering overall team success in meeting deadlines and quality standards.
  • Produced consistently accurate drawings that reduced need for revisions during construction phase, leading to faster completion times on multiple projects.
  • Collaborated closely with project managers and design team members to translate conceptual ideas into precise technical documents.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, trends, and best practices in CAD technology to inform drafting techniques.
  • Optimized workflow by implementing standardized drafting procedures and maintaining a well-organized library of reusable templates, blocks, and symbols.
  • Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
  • Generated accurate technical drawings for various projects.
  • Drafted and revised CAD drawings to meet client specifications.

Millwright Apprentice

Transnet School of Engineering
Germiston
10.2013 - 04.2017
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
  • Followed detailed schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to accurately assemble machinery components as required.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with Number% accuracy.
  • Increased workplace safety through careful adherence to protocols and guidelines during all tasks.

Electrical Technician

Nkambula Engineering
Pretoria, Silverlakes
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
  • Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.

Education

Certificate - N-Courses

Ekurhuleni West College
Germiston.
02.2016

Certificate. - Engineering Draughting

African Academy
Boksburg
04.2013

Senior Certificate Matric - Technical Matric

Hulwazi Secondary School
Daveyton
12.2010

Skills

Troubleshooting

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
  • Distinction in mechanical engineering N3.
  • Distinction in building draughting.
  • Appointed as the male secretary at church.
  • Certificate of being the best learner in civil technology during the 2010 NCS examinations.

Languages

Isizulu
Advanced (C1)
English
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Millwright

Sasol Mining
07.2021 - Current

Electrical Technician

Nkambula Engineering
11.2020 - 06.2021

Technical Assistant

Xilo Technology
02.2019 - 10.2020

Assistant Cad Operator

Proconics
11.2018 - 02.2019

Millwright Apprentice

Transnet School of Engineering
10.2013 - 04.2017

Certificate - N-Courses

Ekurhuleni West College

Certificate. - Engineering Draughting

African Academy

Senior Certificate Matric - Technical Matric

Hulwazi Secondary School
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