THANDEKA. PRECIOUS MABASO
Centurion
Summary
Focused Junior Mechanical Engineer experienced in mechanical design, reliability engineering, and project coordination. Proficient in CATIA V5, engineering drawings, root cause analysis, and CNC machining. Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, committed to delivering practical engineering solutions and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Production Technologies Association of South Africa
Centurion, Gauteng
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted senior engineers in designing, testing, and evaluating mechanical components and systems for CNC machines.
- Prepare detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings using CATIA.
- Support prototype fabrication, performance testing, and data analysis to ensure efficient machining.
- Optimised CNC programmes to enhance manufacturing operations efficiency. Emco.
- Collaborated with technicians to troubleshoot issues and enhance machine performance.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing and product development.
- Preparing engineering documentation, reports, and presentations for client review.
Reliability Engineer in Training
National Ceramic Industries
Vereeniging, Gauteng
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify and address breakdowns lasting over 30 minutes, improving equipment reliability.
- Developed maintenance plans, spares identification and spares purchasing.
- Documented equipment improvements and changes, reviewing implementation results to ensure effectiveness and inform future actions.
- Oversaw quality control measures to ensure that project and maintenance deliverables met quality standards.
- Identified potential risks and challenges that may have impacts on projects and maintenance.
- Developed and implemented mitigation strategies.
- Proactively addressed issues that may have impacted the project or maintenance timeline or budget.
- Monitored and controlled expenses to ensure the projects and maintenance remained within budget.
- Developed project plans, including scope, schedule and budget.
- Maintained accurate and detailed project documentation like project reports and updates for project stakeholders.
- Maintained regular communication with clients, providing timely updates on project status and addressing concerns to enhance client satisfaction.
- Managed company website content
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Richards Bay Coal Terminal
Richards Bay, KwaZulu Natal
06.2017 - 02.2023
- Invented new components for the plant, analysed thermal and mechanical devices, and developed and tested prototypes for new designs and devices.
- Modelled CAD designs (2D/3D) and ensured that designs met project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Reviewed engineering plans, designed solutions, authored reports, researched innovative approaches, and implemented company procedures.
- Assisted engineering teams in installing large, complex machinery and tested operations to ensure correct functionality.
- Transported coal globally to meet international demand, growth to the nation. www.rbct.co.za
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa09-2025
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa12-2023
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
Durban, South Africa04-2022
Basic Hydraulics and Pneumatics - Engineering
Umfolozi TVET College
Richards Bay, South Africa2022
National Senior Certificate - Science
Sibonokuhle High School
Empangeni2016
Skills
- Prototype Testing
- Data analysis
- Technical Documentation
- Technical Writing
- Project Planning
- Cost Estimation
- Risk Management
- Inspections
- Environmental regulations
- Time management
- Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Issue Resolution
- Presentation Skills
- Effective communication
- Organisational Skills
Languages
English
IsiZulu
References
- Peter Paulse, 0847222123, Resource Manager, ppaulse@ptsa.co.za
- Pearl Nxumalo, 0720765253, Engineering Construction Manager, PNxumalo@rbct.co.za
- Mpho Sicam, 0662288485, Factory Junior Manager, msicam@ceramic.co.za
Timeline
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Production Technologies Association of South Africa
03.2025 - Current
Reliability Engineer in Training
National Ceramic Industries
12.2023 - 02.2025
Mechanical Engineer Trainee
Richards Bay Coal Terminal
06.2017 - 02.2023
Postgraduate Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Durban University of Technology
Basic Hydraulics and Pneumatics - Engineering
Umfolozi TVET College
National Senior Certificate - Science
Sibonokuhle High School