Vusumuzi Webster Maxam
Contracts Engineer
Brakpan North
Summary
To be the best I can in every task and opportunity given to me.
I am a Contracts Engineer with 14 years of experience in the Electrical Engineering field. I have experience in inspection & testing of MV/ HV Switchgear and project management. My first experience in the industry was as a Commissioning Technician, then later as a Contracts Engineer doing project management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Contracts Engineer
ACTOM MV Switchgear
Knights / Delmore
06.2012 - 03.2024
- Ensure the company meets its contractual commitments in a cost effective manner and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Issue works order documentation to contracts and drawing office for distribution
- Monitor work progress and keep customers informed
- Check Test & Dispatch Note (TDN) for correctness
- Draft invoices and submit to finance department for typing
- Maximize profit within the terms of contract
- Assist in obtaining payments from customers when necessary
- Control information flow between the company and customer
- Arrange for visits by customers to view product range and manufacturing process, demonstrations and training
Test Technician
ACTOM MV Switchgear
Knights
09.2008 - 05.2012
- Testing of all MV switchgear panel types (SBV3, SBV4, SBV5, SBV24), making sure that the panels go through proper inspection and quality control before being presented to the customers
- Communicated product failures and testing problems with Test department.
- Implemented comprehensive test plans to evaluate product functionality, safety, and performance according to industry standards.
- Reduced test malfunctions by maintaining and calibrating test equipment regularly.
- Promoted a safe working environment by following established safety guidelines and protocols during all testing activities.
Commissioning Technician
Test-A-Relay
Centurion
12.2004 - 08.2008
- Testing of medium voltage and high voltage switchgear (indoor and outdoor) of various suppliers (Alstom, ABB, Siemens etc.)
- Testing of various protection schemes like over current and earth fault, transformer diff, transformer protection, arc protection etc
- On various substations around South Africa
- Factory Acceptance Testing with customers at different factories/companies and plants
- Understanding of single line diagrams and schematic drawings
- Built strong relationships with clients as a trusted point of contact throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial consultation to post-project follow-up.
- Assisted in the development of detailed commissioning plans tailored to each unique project scope.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional on-site support and training to operators.
Education
NATIONAL N DIPLOMA - engineering studies (electrical)
Benoni Technical College (EKURHULENI EAST COLLEGE)
Benoni, South Africa 01.2007 - 02.2007
N6 CERTIFICATE - engineering studies (electrical)
Benoni Technical College (EKURHULENI EAST COLLEGE)
Benoni, South Africa 01.2002 - 12.2002
CERTIFICATE - ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (INTRODUCTION)
PRETORIA TECHNICON (TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY)
Tshwane, South Africa 01.2000 - 12.2000
Grade 12 / Senior Certificate -
Willowmoore High School
Benoni, South Africa 01.1999 - 12.1999
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
undefinedProfessional Courses
- 2018, Competition Law / Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Werksmans Attorneys
- 2014, FIDIC & NEC – Contract Law, Werksmans Attorneys
- 2012, Microsoft (Word & Excel), Key Base
Personal Information
- Age: 43
- Date of Birth: 11/17/81
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C1
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Contracts Engineer
ACTOM MV Switchgear
06.2012 - 03.2024
Test Technician
ACTOM MV Switchgear
09.2008 - 05.2012
NATIONAL N DIPLOMA - engineering studies (electrical)
Benoni Technical College (EKURHULENI EAST COLLEGE)
01.2007 - 02.2007
Commissioning Technician
Test-A-Relay
12.2004 - 08.2008
N6 CERTIFICATE - engineering studies (electrical)
Benoni Technical College (EKURHULENI EAST COLLEGE)
01.2002 - 12.2002
CERTIFICATE - ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (INTRODUCTION)
PRETORIA TECHNICON (TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY)
01.2000 - 12.2000
Grade 12 / Senior Certificate -
Willowmoore High School
01.1999 - 12.1999
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