Thobeka Tamia Mota
CAPE TOWN
Summary
Mechanical Engineering graduate with hands-on experience in workshop tools, machine operations, and mechanical fault diagnostics. Eager to apply theoretical technical knowledge to meaningful, real-world challenges.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Atlantis Foundries
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
04.2026 - Current
- Worked with conveyor belts technicians on how to train a belt , checking bearing failures and gearboxes.
- Observed and assisted hydraulic system technicians and learning the system.
- Working with design engineers using Autodesk fusion.
- DId paperwork on daily, weekly and monthly maintenance activities for plant machines under supervision.
- Led projects in office and plant equipment.
Workshop Assistant
Media Film Service
Cape Town, WC
09.2025 - 04.2026
- My role was to assist with routine workshop. Maintenance, equipment repairs, and mechanical fault diagnostics.
- Supported technicians by preparing tools, parts, and work areas. Also organised workshop environment through equipment inspections and housekeeping duties.
Inservice Training
Resolution Circle
GAUTENG
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Completed practical training in a workshop, gaining hands-on experience in welding, fitting and turning operations.
- Assisted with the development and fabrication under supervision.
Education
Advanced Diploma - mechanical engineering
cput
Cape Town, WC01-2026
Matric - Mathematics and science
Zingisa comprehensive high school
12-2019
Diploma - mechanical engineering
cput
04-2025
Skills
- Solid works
- Autodesk fusion
- Word,Excel and powerpoint
- Fitting and turning
- Welding
- Computer skills
- Technical report writing
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
Languages
Xhosa
English
References
- Inservice training coordinator: Tebele (076 890 8822)
- Media film service mentor: Russell Delpot(079 797 3153)
- Atlantis Foundries Mentor: Sean Davids (066 473 40980)
Timeline
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Atlantis Foundries
04.2026 - Current
Workshop Assistant
Media Film Service
09.2025 - 04.2026
Inservice Training
Resolution Circle
08.2024 - 03.2025
Advanced Diploma - mechanical engineering
cput
Matric - Mathematics and science
Zingisa comprehensive high school
Diploma - mechanical engineering
cput