Thumelani Dladla
Daveyton
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Technician with extensive experience in technical support and maintenance. Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing equipment and systems to enhance operational efficiency. Proven problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical issues, ensuring consistent project success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Technician (Physic)
University Of KwaZulu Natal
Durban
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted tests and calibrated equipment, performed minor repairs, and set up practical equipment to ensure smooth operation of physics laboratories.
- Assisted senior technician in managing inventory levels, contributing to streamlined operations.
- Supported various administrative tasks to improve overall office efficiency.
Aircraft Instrument Mechanician
South African Airways Technical
Kempton Park
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks, including self-inspection, servicing, and troubleshooting in accordance with regulatory documents.
- Removal/Installation of flight instruments as per manual
- Calibrated standby magnetic compass to ensure accurate navigation readings.
- Removal/Installation of Crew Oxygen cylinders and Passenger Oxygen Canisters as per manual
- Removal/installation of worn out ignition plugs and broken ignitor lead as per Manual
- Visual inspection of temper seal/serviceability of personal breathing equipment as per manual
- Fault finding with the use of wiring diagram
- Wire repair using splicing and Installing connectors on cables
- Conducted functional tests on in-flight entertainment system and equipment, verifying performance and reliability for passenger satisfaction.
- Familiar with the use of the latest revisions Technical Information Data, Fault Isolation Manuals and Illustrated Parts Catalogue to carry out the work
- Coordinated with technicians and aircraft maintenance personnel to facilitate efficient workflow and task completion.
- Operate support equipment and ensure correct and serviceable tooling is obtained and utilized to achieve maintenance task request as stipulated by aircraft manual
- Communicated with Senior License Technician and Team Leader regarding technical problems, ensuring adherence to production and safety standards as per procedures.
- Data Recording of Part Numbers and Serial number of components as per request from CMC Data Correction
- Installation of the latest version of Navigational Data as per Manual
- Removal/installation of worn out light in the interior cabin and exterior of the aircraft as per Manual
- Worked in a contract role focused on line maintenance for avionics and in-flight entertainment systems.
Education
Industrial Instrumentation: N6 -
Majuba TVET College
Newcastle, KZN05-2023
Remote Pilot License: VLOS - RPAS Pilot Multi-rotor
RPAS Training Academy
Johannesburg, GP05-2021
Aircraft Instrument Mechanic: Apprentice -
South African Airways Technical
Kempton Park, GP05-2017
Skills
- System calibration
- Calibration techniques
- Basic circuitry
- Automation systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Operation Monitoring
- Risk assessment
- Safety protocols
- Technical documentation
- Data recording
- Supply chain coordination
- Stock control
- Teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Interdepartmental communication
- Time management
Languages
Zulu
English
References
- Mr Sekuba Mabetsel, South African Airways Technical, Team Leader, 072 2277 320
- Ms Nokwethemba Thabedze, School of Chemistry and Physics (UKZN- Westville), Senior Technician, Thabezhen@ukzn.ac.za, 076 626 9770
- Mr Morne Germishuys, Senior Aviation Instructor and Manager for SAAT Avionics Training, 011 978 3569
- Mr Lucky Thwala, Licences Aircraft Technician @ FlySafair, 073 152 3158
Timeline
Assistant Technician (Physic)
University Of KwaZulu Natal
01.2024 - 12.2024
Aircraft Instrument Mechanician
South African Airways Technical
06.2018 - 12.2019
Industrial Instrumentation: N6 -
Majuba TVET College
Remote Pilot License: VLOS - RPAS Pilot Multi-rotor
RPAS Training Academy
Aircraft Instrument Mechanic: Apprentice -
South African Airways Technical