Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Employmentrelatedskillsandstrengths
Licensesandaccreditations
Certification
Timeline
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Comfort Moyo

72 Ryhill Cresent, Wellard

Summary

An intrinsically motivated individual with a professional background within the Engineering Trade in mining, construction, and manufacturing industries. Determined and motivated self-starter demonstrating superior technical expertise and exceptional attention to detail with the ability to deliver profound knowledge and skill of boilermaking and pipe fitting operations, ensuring compliance with organizational safety, policies, and procedures. Committed to personal and professional growth, and also seeking an opportunity to provide loyalty, value and a desire to succeed in a valued and progressive organization.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MEM Boilermaker (FIFO)

Schlam Engineering
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintenance of heavy mobile equipment (HME), namely Loaders, Graders, Dump trucks, Dozers, Drill Rigs, Water carts, Diggers, Excavators, Field Service vehicles.
  • Changing out GET on mobile equipment.
  • Performed carbon Arc gauging on mobile equipment and lancing of ceased pins.
  • Responsible for inspection of mobile equipments and raising notifications through SAP.
  • Performed undercarriage shut.
  • Changing of grader cutting edges.
  • Crack repaired mobile equipment namely, torque tube , boom ,chassis etc
  • Repaired dump truck trays and bolsters.
  • Welding and inspection of heavy mobile equipment platforms and handrails.
  • Attendance of safety meetings to enhance safety during working hours, safety on environment and equipment.
  • Adhering to standard operating procedures and company protocols.
  • Undertaking planned maintenance on mobile equipment.
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
  • Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
  • Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
  • Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
  • Maximized boiler lifespan by identifying and addressing potential issues during routine inspections.

Boilermaker / Welder

Safe Master Safety Products
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Effectively fabricating various Aluminum products, including staircases, platforms, ladders, walkways, cages, roof access platforms, Aluminum trusses, and other related structures according to engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Constructing height safety structures such as guardrails, handrails, safety cages, and fall protection systems to meet safety standards and regulations.
  • Manufacturing carbon steel structures and components as needed, with a focus on achieving exactness and strict compliance with design specifications.
  • Assembling and installing Aluminum trusses, Gantry systems, and other structures both in the workshop and at client sites, ensuring proper alignment and structural integrity.
  • Utilizing various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding, to join metal components accurately and securely.
  • Performing quality checks on fabricated products to ensure they meet industry standards and safety regulations, making necessary adjustments or repairs as needed.
  • Safely handling and storing materials, including metals, tools, and equipment, ensuring a clean and organized workspace.
  • Adhering to all safety protocols, regulations, and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment, reporting any safety concerns or incidents promptly.
  • Maintaining welding and fabrication equipment, performing regular inspections and necessary repairs or maintenance tasks.

Crushing Plant, Processing Plant and Underground Mine Boilermaker

Jena Gold Mine, Zimbabwe
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Executing comprehensive maintenance activities for Jaw crushers and Cone crusher equipment, performing routine inspections, repairs, and adjustments to sustain optimal performance and minimize downtime.
  • Fabrication of CIP tanks and maintenance to meet processing targets.
  • Fabricating, modifying, and maintaining conveyor belt structures and chutes to enhance material flow, reliability, and overall productivity.
  • Undertaking the installation, assembly, commissioning, and meticulous maintenance of Ball mills, increasing their peak of efficiency and longevity.
  • Collaborating closely with the engineering team to contribute to the continuous improvement of the processing plant, including redesigning equipment layouts and workflows to achieve production optimization and efficiency gains.
  • Skillfully fabricating processing plant Cyclones, underflow plant pipes, vibro-feeders, and screens with precision, ensuring strict adherence to engineering specifications.
  • Implementing regular inspections and thorough preventive maintenance to uphold machinery efficiency and reliability, thereby contributing to the safety and productivity of the underground operations.

HME, Underground and Processing Plant Boilermaker

Hogarths, Zimbabwe Platinum - Ngezi Mine
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Participating in the fabrication, redesigning, and installation of South Crusher and conveyor belt systems, contributing to the commissioning process to ensure equipment operates effectively
  • Performing maintenance on a variety of Heavy Mining Equipment (HME) including CAT machines, Volvo machines, Load- Haul-Dump (LHD) vehicles, drill rigs, dump trucks, roof bolters, loaders, and excavators
  • Fabricating and installing conveyor structures for the Mupani mine, ensuring structural integrity and operational efficiency
  • Producing chutes, enhancing material flow by adjusting skirting panels, installing guards, and adapting equipment to fulfill specific operational needs
  • Modifying grizzle bars and redesigning chutes to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and actively participate in the installation of these modifications
  • Installing floor gratings and hand railings to maintain a safe working environment, ensuring to adhere to all safety protocols, regulations, and guidelines

Boilermaker

GEC Zimbabwe (Hwange Thermal Power Station)
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Responsible for maintenance of both internal and external boiler systems during statutory outages
  • Undertaking tube leaks and pressure testing of boilers
  • Responsible for wall tube replacement, fitting, economizer replacements and maintenance
  • Removed super heater tubes and replaced during outages
  • Maintained and replaced all valves of all sizes
  • Fabricated boiler water supply pipelines
  • Fabricated Sulphuric Acid Tanks, pipelines and proceeded with installation
  • Responsible for fabrication of chutes and fittings, conveyor belt frames
  • Responsible for planning, requisitions, issuing job cards, reports writing and managing of planned maintenance teams

Boilermaker - Coal Processing Plant, Underground Mine and Opencast Mine

Hwange Colliery Company
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Used fabrication machinery to produce machines and plant equipment
  • Operated and carried out work using arc welding, stainless steel welding, aluminum welding, spot welding
  • Welded mechanical equipment using gas welding, soldering and riveting
  • Carrying out of Scheduled Planned Maintenance for mechanical equipment and machinery
  • Conducted conveyor reinstallation, installation of pipes and pump bases
  • Fabrication of chutes and machine guards
  • Fabricated Structural Steel works and roof trusses
  • Maintained Mine machinery and heavy-duty mining equipment
  • Fabricated mine conveyor structures and installed them
  • Attended breakdowns HMEs, Dragline machine, Rigs, Continuous miner, feeder breaker, roof bolter, coal breaker and shuttle cars
  • Conducted Underground cutting and welding under stipulated regulations
  • Maintained Jaw crushers, vibro feeders and fabricated chutes according to designs

Education

National Certificate - Valid SAQA NQF Level 4

Fabrication
South Africa
2013

Boilermaker Class 1 - Metal Fabrication

Hwange Colliery Company
Hwange, Zimbabwe
2012

Certificate 111 - Metal Fabrication

Fabrication Engineering
Bulawayo Polytechnic
12.2010

Skills

  • Fluxcore welding
  • Tig Carbon Steels
  • Tig Aluminium welding
  • Mig
  • Robotic Welder operations
  • Stick metal arc welding

Employmentrelatedskillsandstrengths

  • Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure, creating confidence in the team and staff.
  • Highly skilled with a high emotional intelligence, enabling quick and effective relationship management and relationship building.
  • Confident decision-making abilities with a knack for understanding the needs of the business or organization at any given time.
  • Takes initiative to begin or complete a task without needing prompting.
  • Flexible and open nature, ensuring all tasks required are completed in a mutually beneficial manner.
  • Loyal and understanding individual with a desire to provide my employer with as much value as possible.
  • Able to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information and business matters.
  • A team player maintaining a professional working relationship by encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, rapport, and cooperation among team members.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and consistently thorough in completing related work tasks.
  • Sets well-thought-out goals and continuously strives to contribute to the overall performance of the company through consistent and high-quality work.
  • Meets or exceeds defined key performance metrics, both individually and as part of high-performing team.
  • Promotes and establishes a culture which encourages initiative and emphasizes the value of continuous improvement.
  • Effectively responds to changing and challenging situations, proactively sought opportunities to grow and learn new skills.
  • Delivers quality results through active contributions that drive positive reputation and bottom-line outcomes.
  • Keen sense of professionalism, proactive nature and genuine commitment to safe and efficient working practices, ensures the completion of all assigned responsibilities in a timely and quality assured manner.
  • Versatility to adapt and acclimatize to different environments, which enables the effective performance of new tasks with minimum direction and supervision.
  • Well-developed ability to gather, analyze and interpret data and information from multiple sources to make decisions or recommendations.
  • Resilient with excellent ability to efficiently work in changing or challenging situations, remains calm and focused when faced with adversity or urgent issues.
  • High level of ability to successfully manage and organize multiple, concurrent task, with a track record of completing responsibilities on time without compromising quality of results.

Licensesandaccreditations

  • Boilermaker Class 1, Hwange Colliery Company
  • Confined Space Ticket
  • HRW License - Forklift
  • Gas Testing
  • White Card
  • Working at Heights
  • Driver's License

Certification

High Risk Work Licences

-Dogging

-Rigging

-Forklift

-Scissor lift.

Confined Space ticket

Working at height

White Card

Timeline

MEM Boilermaker (FIFO)

Schlam Engineering
10.2023 - Current

Boilermaker / Welder

Safe Master Safety Products
01.2022 - 10.2023

Crushing Plant, Processing Plant and Underground Mine Boilermaker

Jena Gold Mine, Zimbabwe
01.2021 - 10.2022

HME, Underground and Processing Plant Boilermaker

Hogarths, Zimbabwe Platinum - Ngezi Mine
01.2018 - 01.2021

Boilermaker

GEC Zimbabwe (Hwange Thermal Power Station)
01.2015 - 01.2017

Boilermaker - Coal Processing Plant, Underground Mine and Opencast Mine

Hwange Colliery Company
01.2009 - 01.2014

National Certificate - Valid SAQA NQF Level 4

Fabrication

Boilermaker Class 1 - Metal Fabrication

Hwange Colliery Company

Certificate 111 - Metal Fabrication

Fabrication Engineering
Comfort Moyo