Thabo Emmanuel Hlalele
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Johannesburg
Summary
Innovative mechanical engineering technician with over 5 years experience in construction sector, skilled in construction planning and management of engineering site activities. I have completed major construction projects on time and within budget.
Professional engineer with strong foundation in mechanical quality control, ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications. Skilled in inspections, testing, and troubleshooting with methodical approach to problem-solving. Known for fostering teamwork and adaptability, delivering reliable results in dynamic environments. Proficient in CAD software, root cause analysis, and quality management systems.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Quality Controller/ Engineer
Basil Read
Johannesburg
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: Medupi Power-station, Lephalale, Limpopo
- I have used Doc-IT package to select approved drawings for construction purposes.
- I have procured construction material.
- I developed check sheets for site inspections.
- I have arranged site inspections between contractor and the stake holders.
- Performed site inspections.
- Filled inspection documents and built inspection data books.
- I have updated and monitored quality work data registers.
- I have planned, scheduled, delegated and managed daily site duties according to the work management process.
- I compiled daily site reports.
- I have represented the company in the professional weekly site meetings.
- Medupi Power-station, Lephalale, Limpopo
Mechanical Engineer
Basil Read
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Company Overview: Saint Helena Airport, Saint Helena Island.
- I performed site establishment activities, preparing for construction of the airport.
- I verified official 'on site ' construction drawings before utilization.
- I managed daily subcontractor activities and performed on site daily quality checks.
- I updated site registers for daily site reports and approvals.
- I have handled sign offs of imported site material after careful inspection for defects.
- I attendant weekly offshore meetings through Skype to give construction feedback and to discuss site variations with management office abroad.
- I scheduled daily activities and provided mandate according to work flow program.
- I handled site documents and material approvals.
- I was responsible for monthly construction site reports.
- Saint Helena Airport, Saint Helena Island.
Mechanical Engineer
Basil Read
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Company Overview: New Natalspruit Hospital
- I handled multi discipline installation planning, scheduling and site coordination (mechanical, Electrical Electronics and rigging activities).
- I performed site supervision and inspections with the customer/client and developed quality documentation to customer's satisfaction.
- I updated works registers.
- I handled all site daily dairies.
- I attended weekly customer progress meetings for site feedback and new construction deadlines.
- I handled all non conforming construction defects to customer satisfaction.
- New Natalspruit Hospital
Mechanical Trainee Engineer
Basil Read
04.2007 - 12.2009
- Company Overview: Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.
- I have designed the Air-conditioning system and done the installation.
- I have learned and handled the temporary site offices services maintenance.
- I have learned site construction planning and work flow program.
- I managed the procurement and installation of multi discipline material ( Mechanical, electrical and electronics and civil ).
- I have learned the installation and testing of smoke detector Input/outputs units for lifts safety in times of unexpected facility fire.
- I have learned the electrical distribution board design and facility wiring.
- I attended a short course for health and safety.
- I have learned the assembly of scaffolding.
- I have learned the basic site quality control and quality assurance.
- I received an introduction to technical site drawings and usage.
- I managed internal and resources management.
- Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.
Education
Grade 12 - Southern Sotho : HG, English : HG, Geography : HG, Biology : HG, Mathematics : SG, Physical Science : SG, Physiology : SG
Sehlabeng High school
Ladybrand, FreestateMechanical Engineering (National Diploma) - Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Aided Drawing (Solid works), Mathematics, Mechanics of Machines, Motor Engineering, Turbo Machines, Design, Fluid Mechanics, Electrotechnology, Electronics Engineering, Digital Systems, Mechanical Engineering Experiential Training 1, Mechanical Engineering Experiential Training 2 (Basil Read & UT)
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, GautengMechanical Engineering (B-Tech) - Fluid Mechanics (IV), Turbo Machines (IV), HVAC and Refrigeration (IV), Thermodynamics (IV)
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, Gauteng12.2008
Skills
Technical Supervision
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8404046042087
- Health Status: Healthy
- Date of Birth: 04/04/84
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10-C1
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Sesotho
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
Setswana
Intermediate (B1)
IsiZulu
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Quality Controller/ Engineer
Basil Read
10.2017 - 08.2019
Mechanical Engineer
Basil Read
08.2013 - 12.2014
Mechanical Engineer
Basil Read
01.2011 - 07.2013
Mechanical Trainee Engineer
Basil Read
04.2007 - 12.2009
Mechanical Engineering (National Diploma) - Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Aided Drawing (Solid works), Mathematics, Mechanics of Machines, Motor Engineering, Turbo Machines, Design, Fluid Mechanics, Electrotechnology, Electronics Engineering, Digital Systems, Mechanical Engineering Experiential Training 1, Mechanical Engineering Experiential Training 2 (Basil Read & UT)
Tshwane University of Technology
Grade 12 - Southern Sotho : HG, English : HG, Geography : HG, Biology : HG, Mathematics : SG, Physical Science : SG, Physiology : SG
Sehlabeng High school
Mechanical Engineering (B-Tech) - Fluid Mechanics (IV), Turbo Machines (IV), HVAC and Refrigeration (IV), Thermodynamics (IV)
Tshwane University of Technology
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