Zinhle Promise Zondo
Technician
Edenvale,Johannesburg
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. Professional with hands-on experience in collaborative environments, prepared to contribute to project success. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting dynamic team needs. Exhibits strong organizational abilities and effective communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Intern
Hatch
Johannesburg
07.2023 - Current
- Drafting 2D Single line diagrams for Lighting and small power on MicroStation and ProjectWise
- Drafting Piping and Instrumentation diagrams and Process flow diagrams using COMOS
- Training on 3D drawings (BRCM) for cable Racking, creating load list
- Designing of Electrical Wiring on the Botswana Development Project for Schools
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Intern
SAPREF
Durban
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Checking Drawing with reference to the equipment on the plant
- Checking Relief valves set pressures on Engineering flow diagrams
- Tagging different Valves in Alkine section
- Analyzing Engineering Flow diagrams
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Intern
Eskom
Piet Maritzburg
11.2016 - 04.2018
- Designing of Electrification and Reticulation projects (MV and LV)
- Load flow studies using Retic master
- Project Costing using Microsoft Excel (Bill of Quantities and Bill of Material)
- Compiling of Project Package
- Presentation to Stakeholders
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
In-service Training Program
Eskom
Piet Maritzburg
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Maintenance of Substation Equipment (MV Transformer, Isolation links, Tap changer)
- Installation of transformer
- Oil and pressure testing on Transformer
- Performing Insulation Resistance Test on Auto - Reclosers
- Testing of Transformers (Ratio test, Impedance test, Insulation test)
- Testing of Earth wires
- Commissioning of Modems on Section breakers for communication with SCADA
- Commissioning of Section Breaker
- Commissioning of Protection setting on Substation panels (Overcurrent protection, short circuit protection, Distance protection, Bus bar Protection, Differential Protection)
- Commissioning of protection settings on Section Breakers
- Maintenance of Electrical Equipment to ensure continuity of supply
- Fault finding on CT, VT, Section Breakers, Relays, and transformers
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Impoqabulungu Senior Secondary
Mandini 01.2008 - 12.2012
National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (H/C) - Electrical Distribution III, Electrical Protection III, Electrical Machines, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Digital Systems and Design Project
Durban University of Technology
Durban 01.2013 - 09.2016
Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (H/C) - Differential Equations, Power Electronics, High Voltages, Alternative Energies, Computer Aided Design and Simulation
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Johannesburg 01.2024 - Current
Skills
MicroStation connect edition
Retic master
Power office
Auto Cad Electrical
COMOS
BRCM 2D
Microsoft word
Microsoft excel
Microsoft power point
Creating workflow on Doc share
Project packaging
Designing Single line diagrams
MCC sizing
Producing cable schedule
Load list
Simulating electrical designs
Simulating circuits
Preparing Material take offs
Bill of Quantities
Designing piping and instrumentation diagrams
Substation Maintenance
Interpretation of Engineering flow diagrams
Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed 3 Normalization designs on LV, 1 Reticulation Design and 2 Electrification designs on MV and LV using different software's: Micro station, Retic Master, and Power office.
- Produced project packages after the project has gone through review.
- Exposure to a petroleum Refinery.
- Currently working at Hatch, drafting Single line diagrams for lighting and small power for Anglo iron ore project, also drafting Piping and instrumentation diagrams on COMOS.
Professional Registration Bodies
Engineering Council of South Africa, Candidate Electrical Technician
Motivation
I am a young, hard-working woman, I aspire growth in the field of Engineering and that drives me to push against all odds to achieve my goals. I have acquired skills of using Computer Software's, Designing, problem solving and fault finding through the exposure of working in the Designing and maintenance Departments. I believe I can work successfully under pressure, and I always seek guidance and information on fellow colleagues which makes me a great team player. I understand the importance of safety and adhering to SHEQ to ensure quality and safety of every personnel involved in the industry.
Timeline
Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (H/C) - Differential Equations, Power Electronics, High Voltages, Alternative Energies, Computer Aided Design and Simulation
University of South Africa (UNISA)
01.2024 - Current
Intern
Hatch
07.2023 - Current
Intern
SAPREF
06.2018 - 06.2020
Intern
Eskom
11.2016 - 04.2018
In-service Training Program
Eskom
08.2015 - 10.2016
National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (H/C) - Electrical Distribution III, Electrical Protection III, Electrical Machines, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Digital Systems and Design Project
Durban University of Technology
01.2013 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Impoqabulungu Senior Secondary
01.2008 - 12.2012