Teressa Khumalo
Aircraft Technician
Johannesburg
Summary
Skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician with a proven track record, adept in performing maintenance and aircraft inspections. Demonstrates exceptional troubleshooting, precision measurement, and strong communication skills. Excelled in team collaboration and adaptability, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Vector Aerospace (DBA StandardAero)
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive engine maintenance.
- Carried out fuel nozzle overhauls on Pratt & Whitney PT6A series for Hot Section inspections and Engine overhauls in a reliable and efficient manner.
Certified Drone Pilot
UDS (Uav Drone Solutions)
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Operating and controlling a drone, ensuring safe take-off and landing, keeping it on course whilst performing required mission.
- Carrying out safety tests, overseeing drone performance and system capabilities..
Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Contractor)
South African Airways
09.2013 - 03.2020
- Carried out maintenance and repair work.
- including independent troubleshooting and defect rectification on Airbus A300,A330,A340 and A350 series as well as Boeing B737 and B747 series..
Apprenticeship Trainee
Southern Cross Aviation
01.2009 - 02.2011
- Enhanced practical skills by engaging in hands-on training sessions under the supervision of experienced professionals.
- Gained valuable industry knowledge by shadowing skilled mentors during daily operations and duties.
Education
Remote Pilot License Course - Air Law & Navigation
Academy Of Aviation
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Trade Certificate - Aircraft Mechanic
Indlela Olifantsfontein Training Centre
Johannesburg South Africa 04.2001 -
Aircraft Mechanic - Basic Fitting: Airframes & Engines
Denel Aviation Training Academy
Johannesburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Performing maintenance
Certification
Remote Pilot license
Accomplishments
Achieved Exceptional results on my daily tasks by completing them in a timely manner with accuracy and efficiency
Timeline
Pratt & Whitney PT6A Series (Cat C)
08-2024
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Vector Aerospace (DBA StandardAero)
05.2023 - 10.2024
Remote Pilot license
10-2022
Remote Maintenance License
10-2022
Certified Drone Pilot
UDS (Uav Drone Solutions)
09.2022 - 05.2023
Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Contractor)
South African Airways
09.2013 - 03.2020
Apprenticeship Trainee
Southern Cross Aviation
01.2009 - 02.2011
Remote Pilot License Course - Air Law & Navigation
Academy Of Aviation
04.2001 -
Trade Certificate - Aircraft Mechanic
Indlela Olifantsfontein Training Centre
04.2001 -
Aircraft Mechanic - Basic Fitting: Airframes & Engines
Denel Aviation Training Academy
04.2001 -
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