Thembinkosi Bulose
Instruments Technician
Mosselbay
Summary
Accomplished Instruments Technician with a proven track record at PetroSA, adept in calibrating and testing instrument devices and providing exceptional technical support. Skilled in electronic industrial control systems and mentoring junior staff, I enhance operational efficiency and foster skill development. My expertise in maintenance report writing on SAP system and commitment to continuous improvement stand out.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Instruments Technician
Astron Energy Oil Refinery
10.2022 - 01.2023
- I did plant routine maintenance, fault finding, repairs and ESD trip checks.
- I frequently provides technical support for colleagues, sharing knowledge on instrument maintenance best practices, troubleshooting techniques, and industry trends.
- Trained junior technicians on instrument maintenance procedures, promoting a skilled workforce within the organization.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all activities related to instrument servicing and calibration, allowing easy access to historical data when needed for troubleshooting or audits purposes.
Instrument Technician
PetroSA
10.2004 - 05.2022
- Performed scheduled and planned maintenance duties.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Interpreted and utilized wiring diagrams and technical specific instructions to configure instrumentation and telemetry devices.
- Provided technical support to team members during complex troubleshooting efforts, sharing expertise when necessary to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
Power Plant Trainer
Eskom Hendrina Power Station
02.1993 - 12.1995
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate training content for power plant operator.
- Coached employees on safe power plant operations practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
Education
NTC3 - Industrial Instrumentation
Mpondozankomo Technical College
Witbank Mpumalanga07.1988
Skills
Calibrating and testing of instruments devices
Timeline
Instruments Technician
Astron Energy Oil Refinery
10.2022 - 01.2023
Instrument Technician
PetroSA
10.2004 - 05.2022
Power Plant Trainer
Eskom Hendrina Power Station
02.1993 - 12.1995
NTC3 - Industrial Instrumentation
Mpondozankomo Technical College
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