Xavier Andrews
Piketberg
Summary
Bringing hands-on experience in electrical systems, with strong problem-solving skills and love for learning. Highly adaptable with excellent communication skills, able to work and collaborate in the team. Quick to learn and eager to contribute, with focus on safety and smooth operations. Confident in taking on challenges and committed to delivering high-quality results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Insignis
10.2024 - Current
- Installed electrical wiring into poultry abattoir.
- Cut and connected wires to terminals and connectors.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers of a Distribution box (single phase and three phase).
- Wiring and testing of 3-phase motor
- Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices.
- Listened to senior electrical professionals to complete safe, accurate, and efficient tasks.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Assisted with electrical installation tasks, gathering tools and components to support job preparations.
- Installed single-phase and three-phase motors.
- Motor testing.
- Operating hand tools and power tools.
- Poultry Processing NGF 2
- Fault-finding and maintenance on equipment (ex. Giro, Mx lines, Biro cutters, Injectors)
Electrician apprentice
2 Acre Hardware
Piketberg
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted electricians with installation of drives and PLC.
- Operated hand and power tools for various electrical tasks.
- Domestic and commercial Electrical installation
- Worked with conduits
- Installed single-phase Distribution board
- Assisted with 3 phase installation and laying cables
- 3 phase Motor installation
Education
SKILLS CERTIFICATE - Occupational Health And Safety
Oxbridge academy
Stellenbosh, South-africa 01.2025 - 08/2025
NVQ Level 4 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
Citrusdal, South-africa 01.2023 - 12/2023
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
Citrusdal, South-africa 01.2022 - 12/2022
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
Citrusdal, South-africa 01.2021 - 12/2021
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Circuit installation
- Motor testing
- Conduit installation
- Tool operation
- Electrical wiring
- Electrical installation and repair
- Lighting installation
- Use of power tools
- Circuit testing
- Leadership skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Exercising (fitness)
- Science
- Learning about the business world.
- Studying foreign exchange markets.
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
SKILLS CERTIFICATE - Occupational Health And Safety
Oxbridge academy
01.2025 - 08/2025
Electrician
Insignis
10.2024 - Current
Electrician apprentice
2 Acre Hardware
02.2024 - 07.2024
NVQ Level 4 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
01.2023 - 12/2023
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
01.2022 - 12/2022
NVQ Level 2 - Electrical infrastructure and Construction
West Coast College Cittrusdal Campus
01.2021 - 12/2021