TIYANI SHIPALANA
Artisan Fitter And Turner
Vanderbijlpark
Summary
To utilize my technical skills and provide a professional service to customers by applying and honing my knowledge and working in a challenging and motivating working environment. Attentive Artisan fitter and turner adept in use of various tools and materials, understands importance of following industry standards and regulations. Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and safety protocols. Organized and reliable team player consistently takes on new challenges.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Artisan Fitter
Manganese Metal Company
Mpumalanga
10.2021 - Current
- Duties: Dismantling, assembling and installing different types of pumps, (sump pumps, A-Frame pumps, B-Frame pumps, A-B Frame pumps and mono pumps), Motors, gearboxes, conveyor belts, iddler pulleys on conveyor belts, replacing skatings, bearings, davey hoists on cranes and twist locks, working with maintenance cars and stripping cars, copper links, machining shafts, making daily inspections in the plant for proper operation and keeping spares available at all times
- Maintaining ball mills, powder mills and Rotex gearboxes, inspecting and replacing screens, feed screws and various piping.
- Optimized workflow by organizing tools and materials, providing quick access for team members when needed.
- Contributed to cost savings with careful material selection and diligent waste reduction efforts.
Fitter and Turner
Eskom Rotek Industries
Gauteng
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Operating manual lathes, milling machine and surface grinders, Machine and align rotor couplings on turbines, Machine various plant equipment and valves using variety of machines.
- Enhanced production efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for various projects.
- Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
Mechanical Fitter
Sasol Chlorine plant (prommac)
Fee State
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Installation of gaskets and strainers, Aligning of flanges and boxing up, Safe making and flange management, Dismantling and assembling saundus valves.
- Maintained clean work environment by following established housekeeping procedures, reducing hazards and ensuring worker safety.
- Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
Mechanical Fitter
AVI Isando bakers Biscuits (adcorpblu)
Gauteng
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Working with conveyors, tracking and monitoring, Working with Rollers, changing bearings and shafts, Working with gearboxes and cutters.
- Improved equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Ensured safety compliance by performing routine inspections and adhering to established protocols.
Mechanical Fitter
Cape Gate (AMT Recruitment)
Gauteng
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Servicing galvanized zinc and acid baths, Changing oil seals in reduction gearboxes, pumps and overhauling them, Overhauling mechanical components and assembling them to work specifications, Working with pulleys,turn tables and bearings.
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
Mechanical Fitter
NATREF SASOL (DCM GROUP)
Fee State
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Installing vapour response units VRU, Aligning pumps and couplings, Working with valves and flanges, Closing and opening of manholes, changing gaskets.
- Contributed to project completion by assembling, fitting, and aligning complex mechanical components accurately.
- Carefully reviewed project blueprints before starting work and addressed any concerns with supervisors.
- Checked proper fitting and assembly of parts and piping for VRU project.
Artisan Fitter and Turner
South African Roll Company
Gauteng
03.2015 - 07.2018
- Servicing machine shop machineries such as lathes, grinders, and milling machines, Operating CNC machines, Siemens and Fanuc controls, Working with measuring tools such as vernier, calliper, inside, outside, depth micrometres and telescopic gauges.
- Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
- Maximized tool lifespan through proper care and maintenance procedures resulting in reduced replacement costs.
Apprentice Fitter and Turner
South African Roll Company
Gauteng
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Servicing machine shop machineries such as lathes, grinders, and milling machines, Operating manual machines such as lathes and drilling machines, Operating CNC machines, Siemens and Fanuc controls, Working with measuring tools such as Vernier, calliper, inside, outside, depth micrometres and telescopic gauges.
- Assisted with installation of complex mechanical systems, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
Education
Certificate N5 - Mechanical Engineering
Forek Training Institution
Mpumalanga, South Africa 05.2023 - 09.2023
Certificate N4 - Mechanical Engineering
Forek Training Institution
Mpumalanga, South Africa 01.2023 - 05.2023
Trade Certificate - Red Seal
MCD Training Centre
Gauteng 06.2013 - 04.2015
Certificate N3 - Mechanical Engineering
Mopani South East FET College
Limpopo 01.2012 - 05.2012
Skills program - Certificate in arc welding, gas cutting and electrical grinding.
Palaborwa Mining Company
Limpopo 01.2012 - 08.2012
Engineering And Related design - NCV LEVEL 4
Mopani South East FET College
Limpopo 01.2011 - 12.2011
Engineering And Related design - NCV LEVEL 3
Mopani South East FET College
Limpopo 01.2010 - 12.2010
Engineering And Related design - LEVEL 2
Mopani South East FET College
Limpopo 01.2009 - 12.2009
Matric - Grade 12
Magoza Secondary School
Limpopo 01.2007 - 12.2007
Skills
Team player and team building
Fast learner and participatory, working to a strict deadline within a team and individually
Problem solving skills
Blueprint Reading
Installation and maintenance
Hand and power tools
Time Management
Goal Setting
Personal Information
- Ethnicity: African
- Date of Birth: 01/04/1992
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: RSA
- Driving License: C1
References
- Muhammad Alli, South African Roll Company, Machineshop foreman, 0169107000
- Mr Kennedy, AMT Recruitment, Site Agent, 0816557752
- Mr Tommie, Prommac Sasol, Site Agent, 0788033569
- Maxwell Sibanda, Eskom Rotek Industries, Supervisor, 0836100384
- Msiza Banele, Manganese Metal Company, Senior Artisan, Msiza.banele@mmc.co.za, 0736094593
Timeline
Certificate N5 - Mechanical Engineering
Forek Training Institution
05.2023 - 09.2023
Certificate N4 - Mechanical Engineering
Forek Training Institution
01.2023 - 05.2023
Artisan Fitter
Manganese Metal Company
10.2021 - Current
Fitter and Turner
Eskom Rotek Industries
12.2020 - 06.2021
Mechanical Fitter
AVI Isando bakers Biscuits (adcorpblu)
07.2020 - 08.2020
Mechanical Fitter
Sasol Chlorine plant (prommac)
05.2020 - 10.2020
Mechanical Fitter
NATREF SASOL (DCM GROUP)
03.2019 - 07.2019
Mechanical Fitter
Cape Gate (AMT Recruitment)
07.2018 - 10.2019
Artisan Fitter and Turner
South African Roll Company
03.2015 - 07.2018
Apprentice Fitter and Turner
South African Roll Company
06.2013 - 07.2015
Trade Certificate - Red Seal
MCD Training Centre
06.2013 - 04.2015
Certificate N3 - Mechanical Engineering
Mopani South East FET College
01.2012 - 05.2012
Skills program - Certificate in arc welding, gas cutting and electrical grinding.
Palaborwa Mining Company
01.2012 - 08.2012
Engineering And Related design - NCV LEVEL 4
Mopani South East FET College
01.2011 - 12.2011
Engineering And Related design - NCV LEVEL 3
Mopani South East FET College
01.2010 - 12.2010
Engineering And Related design - LEVEL 2
Mopani South East FET College
01.2009 - 12.2009
Matric - Grade 12
Magoza Secondary School
01.2007 - 12.2007
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