SINELIZWI ( SONIC) GXOTO
Emalahleni,South Africa
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in fault diagnosis for dewatering equipment and valve fitting, complemented by extensive knowledge of hydraulic systems. Demonstrates proficiency in precision measurement and tool usage, contributing to productivity enhancement. Skilled in the assembly and disassembly of presses and centrifuges, with expertise in bearing, seal, and gasket replacement. Adept at belt tracking and tensioning, screw and gearbox inspection, shaft alignment, vibration awareness, and lubrication systems maintenance. Committed to leveraging technical skills to drive operational efficiency and support career advancement within the engineering sector.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical Engineering Fitter Intern
Nafasi Water (Seriti resources water plant)
Middelburg, Mpumalanga
2024.09 - 2026.02
- Maintenance of the water plant to ensure optimum efficiency with regards to water purification.
- Breakdown repairs on all plant equipment i.e. Water pumps, electric motors, pneumatics systems and hydraulic systems.
- Droughting with Autodesk and SolidWorks, Pump installation and alignment, gearbox repairs, diagnostic test on the following: S16R Diesel engine gen, Dewatering system (Centrifuge, Vacuum Belt Filter and Filter Press), Centrifugal Pumps and reciprocating pumps. Preventative maintenance schedule for all plant equipment.
Trainee
Belt Tech
2023.09 - 2024.10
- P1 and P2
- Practical work done on mechanical plant infrastructure i.e. Conveyor systems including maintenance of these systems.
- Enhanced production efficiency by conducting regular preventative maintenance on conveyor belt systems.
- Improved system longevity with proper adjustments to belt tension and alignment.
- Assembled conveyor systems for improved transport of goods within the facility.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions on preventive maintenance techniques, contributing toward overall operational efficiency .
Trainee
Kholwa Engineering
2023.05 - 2023.10
- Fabricating container with the use of CO2 welding, Argon welding and arc welding.
- Machining parts using lathe and Milling machine for Eskom, Atcom as per client specification.
Trainee
Hydraulic force
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Maintaining hydraulic systems and manufacturing hydraulic cylinders as per clients' specifications as well as droughting of components.
Education
High School -
Toli Senior secondary school
National Diploma - Mechanical
Walter Sisulu University of technology
Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
2026.02 -
Skills
- Fault diagnosis capability for dewatering equipment
- Valve fitting
- Hydraulic systems knowledge
- Precision measurement
- Tool proficiency
- Productivity enhancement
- Assembly and disassembly of presses and centrifuges
- Bearing, seal, and gasket replacement
- Belt tracking and tensioning
- Screw and gearbox inspection
- Shaft alignment and vibration awareness
- Lubrication systems maintenance
REFERENCES
- Dimitri, Workshop Manager, 083 358 4403, Hydraulic Force
- Jonathan, Fabrication Supervisor, 082 516 0050, Kholwa Engineering
- Lucia, Supervisor, 062 255 6769, Belt Tech
- Johan Havenga, GES, 083 229 6787, Nafasi water
Timeline
Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
2026.02 -
Mechanical Engineering Fitter Intern
Nafasi Water (Seriti resources water plant)
2024.09 - 2026.02
Trainee
Belt Tech
2023.09 - 2024.10
Trainee
Kholwa Engineering
2023.05 - 2023.10
Trainee
Hydraulic force
2023.01 - 2023.04
National Diploma - Mechanical
Walter Sisulu University of technology
High School -
Toli Senior secondary school