Blessing Musisinyana
E&I Electrician
Henley Brook,WA
Summary
Highly motivated and driven E&I Electrician with extensive experience in the field. Demonstrated exceptional technical proficiency in maintaining, repairing, installing, fault finding, and troubleshooting a wide range of systems. Known for strong interpersonal skills and thriving as a valuable team member. Committed to upholding industry regulations and staying updated on the latest electronic technology and innovation. Solid background in mining with successful completion of shutdowns and plant maintenance on conveyor belts and crushing plants in various sites across the Pilbara region. Comprehensive understanding of the processes involved further strengthens expertise. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in electrical systems and installations. Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical issues, ensuring safety and efficiency. Demonstrated effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shut support E/I Electrician
Linkforce projects
02.2024 - Current
- Upgrades of plant equipments and commissioning
- Field instrumentation - , transmitters, gauges, flow measurement devices, control valves, Safety Valves, actuators relays, solenoids and pneumatic equipment, Marshalling cabinets, junction boxes and associated wiring of PLC I/O cards
- Works independently and make sound judgments regarding work methods and tools
- Develop new techniques and applications that improve department efficiency
- Identifies errors in work and processes, promptly notifying Section Leader
- Develop working operational knowledge of equipment in assigned scope of responsibility (not simply functional knowledge related to maintenance)
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint root causes of electrical failures accurately, minimizing repair timeframes for clients.
- Facilitated smoother operations in manufacturing facilities by installing and maintaining high-capacity electrical machinery.
- Assisted in the design phase of various projects, providing input on optimal lighting layouts, power distribution plans, and equipment specifications.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople seamlessly during large-scale installations or renovations to ensure smooth project progressions.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
Crushing Plant Electrician
CSI Mining Services
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Preventative maintenance on Mining plant machinery
- Electrical installation work and Electrical logbook entries
- Electrical statutory testing and inspections
- Low Voltage motor testing and inspections
- Isolations
- Conveyor belts
- Crusher
- Screens
- Generators
- Identifying and addressing hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspectional of electrical equipment
- SCADA control
- PLC controlled systems (Allen Bradley and Siemens)
- Prevented potential system failures through proactive monitoring of key performance indicators related to plant-wide electrical usage patterns.
- Ensured optimal performance of machinery, through the installation and calibration of various control devices.
- Supported plant operations during emergency situations by rapidly assessing damage to electrical infrastructure and executing necessary repairs.
Electrical Technician
Eilbeck Cranes
02.2019 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Perth/Karratha/Tom price/Newman
- Installation, maintenance and commissioning of overhead cranes
- Testing energised and de-energised circuits following test procedures for crane maintenance and repairs
- Providing electrical services and control wiring for diverse location and sites
- Interpretation of electrical and mechanical schematics and diagrams
- Handling load calibrations on various crane types and programming load controllers
- Overhead crane routine by inspections, upgrades and attending breakdowns and standby callouts
- Keeping permits, isolation tags and documents current at all times
- Programming and wiring of Variable Speed drives and soft starters
- Conveyor Belts tension or take up winch maintenance
- Installation of anti-collision sensors and setting them as per standards
- Brake adjustments on electrical motors including replacing, fitting and assembling
- Perth/Karratha/Tom price/Newman
Maintenance Electrician
RGM cranes
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: South Africa
- Load testing of Overhead Cranes - Lift Machinery Inspector
- Adhering to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures
- Testing entire electrical assembly performance levels and safety standards
- Responding to callouts and providing technical support
- Attending to plant shutdowns and installations and troubleshooting on faulty electrical circuits
- Identifying and addressing hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspectional of electrical equipment
- Panel design and wiring
- Rebuilds and modifications of control panels
- South Africa
Maintenance Electrician
Dynalift cc
02.2011 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: AngloAmerican Plant South Africa
- Testing and troubleshooting 230v - 525v equipment and circuits
- Preventative maintenance on electrical plants, motors, switchgear
- Terminating of wires to circuit breakers, elements, motors and transformers
- Testing electrical systems, equipment and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks
- Interpret schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete breakdowns on time
- Assess, test and operate variety of electrical components and systems
- Contributing to various projects, providing value to the department, company and client base
- Commissioning electrical systems
- Installation, wiring and programming of vsd's for motor speed control, drive types: Hitachi, control techniques, Danfross, Mitsubishi and Sew
- Installation and commissioning of motor control systems, incorporating contactors, control, Siemens, telemechanique, Schneider
- Calibration of instruments- pressure and level transmitters, differentiators and gauges
- Wiring on PLCs for motor control circuits
- Wiring of remote-control systems that use radio frequency
- Installation and wiring of cable reeling drums on mobile machinery
- Wiring of circuit breaker boards for power distribution, CBI
- Installing and wiring relays, timers, MCBs, fuse boards and electrical panels
- Wiring of DC magnet panels with rectifiers and hydraulic grabs and manipulators which use solenoids
- Installing various types of electrical cables including silicon cables, rubber cables, cabtyre cables, multicore cables, flat cables, armoured cables, flexible trailing cables, earthing cables, high temperature cables
- Working from detailed electrical schematics to wiring and maintain crane electrical systems
- Wiring of TDC weighing systems
- Wiring of switching mechanism on control systems ie: proximity sensor, actuators
- Installing various types of electrical tray/trunking both steel and plastic
- Fault finding and continuity testing on electrical circuits
- AngloAmerican Plant South Africa
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues in industrial machinery.
- Collaborated closely with other maintenance professionals to coordinate repairs efficiently without disrupting daily operations.
- Conducted periodic assessments of maintenance tools and equipment, ensuring they were in proper working order to maximize workplace efficiency.
Electrician construction
Electricall cc
02.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: S A
- Installation and maintenance of domestic and industrial and power circuits
- Installation, decommissioning and commissioning of instruments
- Installation and setting parameters on drives
- Ringing out instruments to panels and controls
- Panel building and wiring
- Fault finding and troubleshooting on pumps and control circuits with pneumatics and hydraulic controls
- Attending to breakdowns
- Testing of components, fault finding and troubleshooting
- Installing, wiring and terminating switches, lighting systems, sockets, power points and earthing systems
- Connecting electrical systems to power supplies
- Cable installations glanding and terminations
- Electric motor overhauls
- S A
Electrician
Ziscosteel
04.1999 - 10.2000
- Company Overview: Zimbabwe
- Installation of motor control circuits, replacing motors and maintenance of slip ring motors
- DC Mill motors and Circuits
- Conveyor motor controls and circuits
- Maintenance of backup generators, inspect and check operation
- Daily water level checks on switchgear batteries (power protection)
- Inspection of step-down transformers- silica gel condition, oil levels and temperature check
- Knowledge of rubber and chain conveyor system
- Assessing, testing and operating of electrical components and system
- Interpreting schematics blueprints and diagrams to complete breakdowns
- Installation and commissioning of variable speed drives, soft starters and plc
- Pneumatic and hydraulic control maintenance
- Zimbabwe
Education
A Grade Electrical License -
JoondalupCertificate III - Electrotechnology
UEE30811
JoondalupCertificate VI - Electrical Instrumentation
UEE40420
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Wiring diagrams
- Attention to detail
- Control circuit troubleshooting
Certification
- UEE30811-Certificate III in Electrotechnology (NECA)Joondalup
- UEE40420 -Certificate VI. In Electrical Instrumentation
- High voltage Switching
- State Driver's License
Licences
Manual class C Drivers licence
High risk licence ( EWP )
Timeline
Shut support E/I Electrician
Linkforce projects
02.2024 - Current
Crushing Plant Electrician
CSI Mining Services
08.2023 - 02.2024
Electrical Technician
Eilbeck Cranes
02.2019 - 07.2023
Maintenance Electrician
RGM cranes
06.2017 - 01.2019
Maintenance Electrician
Dynalift cc
02.2011 - 05.2017
Electrician construction
Electricall cc
02.2008 - 01.2011
Electrician
Ziscosteel
04.1999 - 10.2000
A Grade Electrical License -
Certificate III - Electrotechnology
UEE30811
Certificate VI - Electrical Instrumentation
UEE40420
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