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Tshepiso Makwana

Tshepiso Makwana

Civil Engineering Student
Pretoria

Summary

Driven to learn quickly, advance computer proficiency and training in industry operations. Solid background in field and office settings supporting team needs. Flexible and hardworking team player focused on boosting productivity and performance with conscientious and detail-oriented approaches. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Resourceful team player with experience with common software applications and social media platforms. Well-versed in business organization and strategies for successfully modernizing workplaces. Skilled at project support with proven history of solutions-oriented problem-solving. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. Civil Engineer Intern with solid experience working with greenfield sites for development. Excellent abilities with surveying land and bodies of water to record features, measure boundaries and determine volume to prepare design. Solid background working with graphical representations of civil structures for resolving design conflicts. Ambitious Brick Mason focused on quality work and workplace safety. Skilled in identifying potential hazards and making actionable suggestions to increase safety awareness. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Punctual and honest with solid background in environments. Satisfies customers with exceptional service. Uses slow periods effectively to stay on top of daily chores while pursuing opportunities to help team improve service and reduce waste.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Inservice Trainee/ Intern

Raubex Construction Pty Ltd
Slovo R573
10.2021 - Current
  • I seek challenging opportunities where I can fully use my skills for the success of the organization
  • In-service trainee, The Upgrading of National Road R573, Slovo to Siyabuswa
  • Mpumalanga
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
  • Assisted in developing integrated marketing strategies for small businesses.
  • Provided project progress updates and proposed solutions to issues.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Supported with creating project marketing materials to promote services.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Provided technical documents to plan work and address concerns for on-going projects.
  • Appointed to survey land to measure or determine features.
  • Evaluated specifications for facilities design to determine compliance with standards.
  • Estimated requirements for development of drainage and hydrology projects.
  • Assisted with graphical representations of civil structural designs.
  • Identified and resolved potential structural issues.
  • Acted as contact for client's communication with field personnel.
  • Assisted in bidding process by providing for on-site inspections and preparing take-offs.
  • Estimated materials costs and sourcing requirements for project feasibility.
  • Visited project sites during construction to monitor progress and consult with contractors and on-site engineers.
  • Supervised various municipal works and modernization projects and performed line and grade surveys.
  • Tested soils and materials to determine foundation strength.
  • Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
  • Computed load and grade requirements, material stress factors and water flow rates to determine design specifications.
  • Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
  • Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
  • Tested characteristics of materials or structures for use in designs.

Bricklaying Apprentice

Nkethu Construction
Siyabuswa
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • On-site material and concrete testing
  • Perform laboratory index testing
  • Completed daily reports on the progress of the project
  • Supervised construction on-site, ensuring that all procedures and safety guidelines were always followed
  • Performed and inspected civil,foundation, concrete and layer works
  • Participated in site meetings with executives and performed other duties as assigned by the supervisor
  • Setting out and excavated all drainage system of the project
  • Calculating the quantity and costing of the plant and material used on site
  • Gained proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
  • Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
  • Studied building codes and regulations to confirm compliance with safety and construction standards.
  • Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
  • Gained experience installing interior and exterior doors, windows and siding, working closely with manager for precise results.
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Honed strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills while completing tasks and working with team.
  • Assisted with post-construction cleanup and maintenance.
  • Conducted quality control of materials used in construction.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and other stakeholders to complete projects on time.
  • Loaded and carried materials to facilitate transport at construction sites.
  • Trained and supervised team of construction workers.
  • Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.

Cashier and Packer

Spar Supermarket
Groblersdal
07.2016 - 12.2016
  • Manage transactions with customers using cash registers
  • OBJECTIVE
  • Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
  • Completed daily orders with expert picking and packing of shipments.
  • Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Measured quantity, weight and dimensions to determine cost of shipping.
  • Labeled containers, container tags or products.
  • Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
  • Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
  • Sealed containers and packages with glue, tape or other materials.
  • Complied with safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
  • Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
  • Monitored inventory levels to report on shortages or excess.

Retail Assistant

Truworths Store
Witbank
01.2016 - 06.2016
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
  • Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
  • Processed customer returns to manage smooth refunds and exchanges following store procedures.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Education

Bachelor Of Law LLB - Law

University of South Africa
Pretoria
07.2021 - Current

National N Diploma - Civil Engineering

Nkangala TVET College
Siyabuswa
03.2017 - 09.2021

Skills

Internet marketing

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Work Availability

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Quote

The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.
Henry David Thoreau

Timeline

Inservice Trainee/ Intern

Raubex Construction Pty Ltd
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor Of Law LLB - Law

University of South Africa
07.2021 - Current

Bricklaying Apprentice

Nkethu Construction
09.2019 - 10.2021

National N Diploma - Civil Engineering

Nkangala TVET College
03.2017 - 09.2021

Cashier and Packer

Spar Supermarket
07.2016 - 12.2016

Retail Assistant

Truworths Store
01.2016 - 06.2016
Tshepiso MakwanaCivil Engineering Student