Hi, I’m
Siphiwe Maxwell Ngubo
Electrical Installation Supervisor
Pietermaritzburg,KZN
Summary
Electrical professional with strong background in managing complex electrical systems and ensuring safety compliance. Proven track record of successfully overseeing projects from inception to completion with focus on quality and efficiency. Known for excellent team collaboration and adaptability to changing project requirements, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
Overview
2
Languages
Work History
Transnet Freight Rail
Master Electrician
01.2011
Job overview
- Perform alterations, adjustments, modifications, repairs and installations of electrical equipment systems
- Provide termination and test
- Maintain knowledge of electrical codes and safety procedures; ensure work is done in accordance with codes; read and understand blueprints and schematics
- Develop preliminary time and material cost estimates for installations and repairs
- Safety and safe working practices pertaining to high voltage electrical work, including ensuring clearances, and working on energized lines and equipment
- Provide on the job training to apprentices
- Operate various components on the medium and high voltage distribution electrical system including isolation switches, interrupters, capacitor banks, transformers, overhead fused cutouts and voltage regulators; isolates and clears sections of the system for maintenance, installation and load shedding
Transnet Rail Engineering
Electrician (Apprenticeship)
08.2012 - 07.2013
Job overview
- Responsible for installing new electrical equipment and systems
- Perform repairs and update of electrical systems
- Perform maintenance of emergency lighting system
- Perform facility and equipment maintenance as required
- Perform periodic overhaul of equipment
- Examine and participate in planning of new installations or electrical retrofits
- Responsible for maintaining inventory control of frequently used electrical items and supplies
- Prepare electrical systems for new or renovating projects by reviewing blueprints and other designs
- Conduct analysis of planned systems and designing necessary adjustments and overhauls
- For renovations, updated electrical equipment and systems
- Perform other duties that may be assigned by supervisors or managers.
Education
Phambili High School
Grade 12 from English, IsiZulu, mathematics, Physical Science, Biology, Geography
01.2004
Coastal College Durban Campus
Electrical Engineering (N6) from Mathematics, Power Machine, Electrotechnics, Industrial Electronics
01.2011
Pro-Tech Computer College
Microsoft Office User Specialist from Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft OneNote
01.2010
UNISA
National Diploma: Safety Management from Environmental Management, Occupational Health and Safety Law III, Safety Management III, Introduction to Statistics
01.2020
Skills
Knowledge:
Skills Development Act
Computer literacy MS Word, Excel & Power point
Labour Relations Act
Employment Equity Act
References
- A.N, Timms, Supervisor, 0834096440, Transnet Freight Rail
- T.R, Mdletshe, Supervisor, 0837009612, Transnet Freight Rail
- K, Nothling, Production Manager, 0833572390, Transnet Freight Rail
Timeline
Electrician (Apprenticeship)
Transnet Rail Engineering
08.2012 - 07.2013
Master Electrician
Transnet Freight Rail
01.2011
Phambili High School
Grade 12 from English, IsiZulu, mathematics, Physical Science, Biology, Geography
Coastal College Durban Campus
Electrical Engineering (N6) from Mathematics, Power Machine, Electrotechnics, Industrial Electronics
Pro-Tech Computer College
Microsoft Office User Specialist from Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft OneNote
UNISA
National Diploma: Safety Management from Environmental Management, Occupational Health and Safety Law III, Safety Management III, Introduction to Statistics