Stewart Mofati
Harare
Summary
Results-driven Mechanical Fitter with extensive experience in maintaining equipment across diverse engineering environments including manufacturing, workshop, production line and FMCG. Proven expertise in precision manual machining, fabrication, and repair of worn-out spares, with a strong commitment to occupational health and safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Fitter
Air Compressor and Allied Products
Harare
05.2019 - Current
- Conduct preventive maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, filter replacements, and belt adjustments
- Inspect and replace worn or damaged parts, including valves, seals, and bearings
- Assist in installation, commissioning, and decommissioning of equipment
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Perform precision measurements and tolerancing
- Fabricate and assemble components, such as shafts, gears, and bearings
- Maintain a clean and organized workshop, adhering to safety standards
- Fabricated and assembled mechanical components, including shafts, gears, and bearings
Metal Machinist
Barnes Fencing Industries Pty Ltd
Johannesburg
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety protocols
- Provide emergency breakdown support and repairs
- Read and interpret technical blueprints, drawings, and CAD designs for machining operations
- Perform regular maintenance on machining equipment to ensure optimal functionality
- Operated manual lathes, milling machines, and other machining tools to fabricate metal components
- Manufactured, repaired, and modified precision parts for production line machines
- Conducted quality control inspections to ensure the accuracy and precision of machined parts
- Collaborated with technicians and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex machining issues
Fitter and Turner
Ammtech SA
Johannesburg
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Repair and maintain food packing machines, including conveyors, fillers, and sealers
- Conduct on-site repairs, including disassembly, inspection, and reassembly
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and breakdowns
- Manufacture precision parts for food packing machines, including shafts, gears, and bearings
- Conduct preventive maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, and belt adjustments
- Inspect and replace worn or damaged parts, including valves, seals, and bearings
- Fabricate and assemble components such as shafts, gears, and bearings
- Perform emergency breakdown repairs to minimize downtime
Education
Certificate III - Engineering
Australia Trade Training College
Australia10.2024
Skills Card - Fitting - Machining
Zimbabwe Manpower Development Fund
Zimbabwe11.2011
Diploma - Engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
Harare, Zimbabwe01-2011
Certificate - Engineering
City and Guilds of London Institute
Harare, Zimbabwe01.2010
First Aid
Striving Minds Academy
Johannesburg 08-2023
Skills
- Machinery Maintenance & Repair
- Mechanical Assembly Skills
- Piping Valve Installation
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Technical Drawings
- Mechanical equipment installation and commissioning
- Emergency Medical Response
- Safety Principles
- Conveyor System Maintenance
- Knowledge of Packaging and Processing
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems Knowledge
- Food Safety Compliance
- Manufacturing
- Precision Lathe Machining
- Milling Machine Proficiency
- Production Line
- Quality Control
- Problem Solving
- Precision Component Machining
- Bearing replacement
- Time management
- Troubleshooting
Languages
English
Certification
- Perform basic life support and first aid procedures
Timeline
Maintenance Fitter
Air Compressor and Allied Products
05.2019 - Current
Metal Machinist
Barnes Fencing Industries Pty Ltd
02.2017 - 01.2019
Fitter and Turner
Ammtech SA
04.2014 - 02.2017
Certificate III - Engineering
Australia Trade Training College
Skills Card - Fitting - Machining
Zimbabwe Manpower Development Fund
Diploma - Engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
Certificate - Engineering
City and Guilds of London Institute
First Aid
Striving Minds Academy
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