Sphelele Mazibuko
Civil Engineering Technologist
Westville, Durban,KwaZulu Natal
Summary
Analytical, energetic, and detail-oriented
Civil Engineering technologist registered
with the Engineering Council of South
Africa (ECSA) as a candidate.
I am highly self-motivated, focused, and
innovative, trained to plan and oversee
the construction, and maintenance of
construction projects.
My robust analytical abilities aid in the
preservation, enhancement, and upkeep
of infrastructure. I aspire to become a
proficient Professional Technologist with
experience in various engineering fields.
My goal is to contribute to intriguing and
demanding projects that will shape the
future of engineering in the country.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Civil Engineering Technician
Digital Industries, Roads&Highways
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for road quality and road assets inspections using TMH 9 as a guideline and a program called iRAC for visual assessments
- Municipal roads and assets are assessed for defects and current condition
- The work requires critical thinking and good analysis and an understanding of road construction, to ensure that the roads are safe to drive on
- The work also consists of the assessment of the stormwater system that runs along the road
- The assessment of stormwater consists of blockage checks and the integrity of the structure
- Additionally, a traffic count is conducted in a 4- type vehicle classification system
- Working in the environment increased my attention to detail and sharpened my analysis, I have also developed critical thinking in an environment that requires focus.
Civil Engineering Intern
Mtubatuba Local Municipality
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Involved in specialised technical work in the municipality that covers but is not limited to, the preparation of Bill of Quantities of municipal projects, and ensuring compliance and quality assurance by consultants and contractors during and after municipal construction projects
- Learning and applying the principles and functionality of the labour-intensive construction (LIC) system to alleviate unemployment and poverty in the community
- Compiling technical reports that give in-depth details of the project particulars and progress.
Learner Intern
Water and Sanitation
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Advanced state-of-the-art training with the department is done at specialised training centres across the country
- This training covered all aspects of the Civil
- Engineering field by dividing it into eight in-depth courses which are Administration
- Computers, Communications, Drawing, Survey, Construction, Integrated Water
- Resource Management, and Hydrology which had to be done within 12 months.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Civil Engineering
University of South Africa
Durban, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa 01.2021 - 12.2022
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu Natal South Africa 01.2014 - 06.2019
Grade 12 -
Eshowe High School
Eshowe, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa 01.2009 - 12.2013
Skills
- Excellent report writing and communication skills
- Punctual and effective adaptation in any working environment
- Proactivity and Self-Motivation
- Computer skills (Excellent)
- A team player
- Leadership and motivational attributes
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- Civil 3D (Basic skill)
- Materials Testing
- Environmental Impact Studies
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsLanguages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Zulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
• Develop and Promote Labour-Intensive Construction Strategies - SAQA Unit Standard 114913 (20 Credits) – NQF Level 7
• TMH9 Calibration for the Visual Assessment of Paved & Unpaved Roads.
Timeline
Civil Engineering Technician
Digital Industries, Roads&Highways
03.2023 - Current
Advanced Diploma - Civil Engineering
University of South Africa
01.2021 - 12.2022
Civil Engineering Intern
Mtubatuba Local Municipality
09.2020 - 02.2023
Learner Intern
Water and Sanitation
01.2018 - 12.2018
National Diploma - Civil Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
01.2014 - 06.2019
Grade 12 -
Eshowe High School
01.2009 - 12.2013
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