Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication
Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Boilermaker
Sasol Energy
South Africa
07.2013 - 11.2013
Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
Boilermaker
Cosira Group
South Africa
01.2008 - 06.2013
@ Platework Fabrication of chutes, hoppers, kilns, tanks and ducts to First Quantum copper mine
Fabrication and installation of chutes, liner plates and conveyors at Nevsun Resources Bisha gold mine in Eritrea and Areva Trekoppje Uranium mine in Namibia
Structural Fabrication and Erection of stringers, stanchion bases, trusses, girders, gantries and conveyors to Anglo platinum Unki mine, Ngezi platinum in Zimbabwe
Construction, structural extension of Unki mine refurbishment
Welder/Boilermaker
Cross Engineering
St George, QLD, Australia
07.2015 - 12.2008
@ Water Pump Stations for farming
@ Fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair and modification
@ Shed and Mobile welding
@ Irrigation water tanks pipes and repair of agricultural machinery
Nocal Brewery
Angola
01.2007 - 01.2008
Onsite plant installation of fermentation tanks, pipe installation and platform erection
TIG, MIG welding of pipes and plates
Leading Hand
TecDesign
South Africa
01.2006 - 01.2007
Fabrication, erection and installation of commercial bread ovens
Stainless steel panelling, plasma arc cutting and TIG welding
Apprentice and Boilermaker
Warapp Engineering
Zimbabwe
01.1994 - 01.2006
General engineering in agricultural construction, mining industry
Platework of water, petrol pontoon fishing rigs and diesel tanks
Cutting, grinding and replacing worn out plates
Welding plate preparation, Stick and MIG welding
Cutting, folding, rolling of sheets
Full apprehension of drawings and developments
Fabricating and onsite installation structural steel
Safe work practices
Welding - Stick, MIG
Mining, Construction, Workshop, Power station 15+ years trade experience
Apprentice trained
Teamwork orientated
Education
Cert Ill MEM30305 - Australia
Engineering.Fabrication Trade
2017
Apprenticeship-Fabrication -
Manpower Planning And Development
Harare Polytechnic College
04.1997
National Certificate - Fabrication
Fabrication Engineering
Harare Polytechnic College,Zimbabwe
12.1995
Skills
Full apprehension of drawings and developments
Fabricating and onsite installation structural steel
Safe work practices
Welding - Stick, MIG
Mining, Construction, Workshop, Power station
15 years trade experience
Apprentice trained
Teamwork orientated
Specialattributes
Leading Hand, Tec Design, 01/01/06, 12/01/07, South Africa
Boilermaker Appreciation Award, Cosira Group, 2010, South Africa