Sindile Ali Maapola
Mechanical Artisan
Vosloorus
Summary
Qualified Mechanical Fitter with expertise in maintaining and repairing industrial equipment. Proven ability to diagnose complex mechanical issues and implement effective solutions. Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance ensures smooth operations and minimal downtime.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Maintenance Fitter
Sinali Engineering
02.2024 - Current
- Ordering necessary supplies proactively.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Increased production efficiency with timely repairs and implementation of proactive maintenance practices.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines while adhering to strict quality standards.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Mechanical Artisan
Afrox Gas
06.2012 - 01.2024
- Repairing and maintaining all production machines, compressors, pumps, pipelines, hydraulics, and pneumatics systems.
- Organizing spares for maintenance.
- Raising and confirming the shopping cart on SRM.
- Training and mentoring mechanical apprentices.
- Issuing a Permit to Work.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Mechanical Fitter
Bosworth
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Fixing hydraulics & Pneumatics machines.
- Fixing steel rolling & welding machines.
- Modifying machines.
- Machining machine part.
- Fixing pumps and basic electrical work.
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Collaborated with engineers for the successful installation of new machinery and equipment upgrades.
Technician
Beyond Mining Explosives
11.2010 - 06.2011
- Company Overview: (Underground)
- Fixing pumps.
- Charging up underground and driving explosive vehicle.
- (Underground)
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
Assistant Fitting & Turning Training Officer
Trainrite training centre
02.2010 - 09.2010
- Training mechanical fitters & turners apprentices {theory & practical training}.
- Trained and mentored sixty new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
Learnership Mechanical Fitter
Sasol Synfuels
09.2007 - 01.2010
- Completing NQF 2, NQF 3 & NQF 4 Mechanical fitter learnership.
- Fixing paper printing & packaging machines.
- Fixing conveyer belts.
- Fixing press machines.
- Fixing hydraulic and pneumatic machines.
- Machining machines parts.
- Fixing gear boxes.
- Fixing pumps.
- Performed onsite maintenance and repair work.
Apprentice Fitter and Turner
French Engineering Works
01.2006 - 04.2007
- Using hand and power tools.
- Arc welding.
- Gas welding and brazing.
- Maintaining and Repairing machines.
- Working on center lathe and milling machine.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Regularly updated technical skills through participation in trade workshops, seminars, and certification courses.
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator & Setter
CBI Electric
02.2004 - 12.2005
- Setting machines and robot system.
- Fixing plastic injection molding machines.
- Fixing press machines.
- Fixing electro plating machines.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by efficiently operating plastic injection molding machines according to established procedures.
- Reduced material waste by closely monitoring raw materials during the injection molding process.
Education
Mechanical Fitter - Mechanical Engineering
Quality Council For Trades & Occupations
Johannesburg, South Africa08-2010
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering NQF 4
Chemical Industries Education & Training
Johannesburg, South Africa06.2010
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering N4
Central Johannesburg College
Johannesburg, South Africa09.2003
High School Diploma -
Thuto Ke Maatla Engineering School
Tembisa, South Africa12.2001
Skills
- MECHANICAL FITTER
Fixing and maintaining Gas Compressors
Pumps maintenance
Repairs and fault finding of Hydraulic & Pneumatics
Power tool operation
Inspection
Preventive Maintenance
Interests
Reading
Fixing machines
Cycling
Identity
8203265491086
Email Addresses
- Sindilemaap@gmail.com
- Sindile@sinaliengineering.co.za
Cell Numbers
- 0735406333
Height Cm
188
Criminal Record
None
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Single
Skills And Development
Chemical Industries Education & Training {09/21/2007 to 01/20/2010} Mechanics Chemical Fitting NQF Level 2, 3, & 4.
Trade Tested Fitter {2010-08-13}.
Certification
Mechanical Fitter Trade Certificate
Timeline
Maintenance Fitter
Sinali Engineering
02.2024 - Current
Workplace Mentor
10-2021
Mechanical Artisan
Afrox Gas
06.2012 - 01.2024
Mechanical Fitter
Bosworth
06.2011 - 05.2012
Technician
Beyond Mining Explosives
11.2010 - 06.2011
Mechanical Fitter Trade Certificate
08-2010
Assistant Fitting & Turning Training Officer
Trainrite training centre
02.2010 - 09.2010
Mechanics Chemical Fitting NQF Level 4
01-2010
Learnership Mechanical Fitter
Sasol Synfuels
09.2007 - 01.2010
Apprentice Fitter and Turner
French Engineering Works
01.2006 - 04.2007
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator & Setter
CBI Electric
02.2004 - 12.2005
N4 Engineering Studies
09-2003
Matric Senior Certificate
12-2001
Mechanical Fitter - Mechanical Engineering
Quality Council For Trades & Occupations
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering NQF 4
Chemical Industries Education & Training
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering N4
Central Johannesburg College
High School Diploma -
Thuto Ke Maatla Engineering School
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