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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Qualificationsandcertifications
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SHELTON DHLIWAYO

Ellenbrook,Australia

Summary

Adept Heavy Diesel Mechanic with a proven track record from Terra Mining, showcasing expertise in detecting and diagnosing engine faults and mentoring apprentices. Excelled in streamlining repair processes, achieving a significant increase in workshop efficiency. Skilled in both technical repairs and team development, ensuring high-quality maintenance services and safety standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Diesel Fitter

Terra Mining
06.2024 - Current

•Carrying out preventative maintenance on MEM such as Komatsu HD1500,CAT 777,785 trucks;D10T Dozers;16M & 18M graders;CAT 992 & 994 loaders.

•Daily inspections on MEM before start of shift.

  • Increased productivity by ensuring proper operation of hydraulic systems, engines, and transmissions in heavy diesel equipment.
  • Streamlined repair processes through effective communication with other technicians and management regarding necessary parts and labor requirements.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety protocols during daily operations, resulting in consistently low accident rates within the workshop environment.
  • Maintained accurate records of all performed service work, contributing to a well-organized workshop environment that prioritized efficiency and quality control.
  • Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Ready Resources-Contracted to Rio Tinto
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Conducting routine preventative maintenance on Mobile Equipment Machinery (MEM), such as: KOMATSU 830E, 930E Autonomous Trucks, CAT 793 and 777 Trucks, LETOURNEAU L2350 LOADER, EPIROC D65, PIT VIPER 270 SERIES DRILLS, KOMATSU Loaders WA900, WA990, KOMATSU D475, CAT 12m, 16m, 24m GRADER, CAT D10 & D11 Dozers, CAT LOADERS 992,993 & 994, HITACHI EX 3600, EX5600, EX 8000 DIGGERS
  • Charging accumulators & struts
  • Track adjustments & replacement
  • Completing daily maintenance reports including pre-work safety
  • Removing & replacing major components e.g
  • Wheel motors, Hub & Spindle Assembly, Struts
  • Measuring & adjusting strut height
  • Streamlined workflow in the repair shop, maintaining a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient repairs.
  • Minimized safety risks by adhering to strict safety protocols during all repair projects.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

JBS
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Conducting routine preventative maintenance on plant vehicle equipment
  • Attending to break downs on plant vehicle equipment
  • Fault finding/diagnosis and repairs/rebuilds on plant vehicle equipment

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Siyanda Bakgatla (previously Anglo American Platinum)
02.2011 - 06.2022
  • Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of Diesel Plant and Equipment, such as: Sandvik 115 & 777, CAT D7 & D8 Dozers, CAT Loaders 996K, 988 & 938K, CAT 773, 777 & 789 Trucks, CAT Graders 14M, 16M, 24M & 16H, Liebher Excavators 9150, 9200 & 9400
  • Completing daily maintenance reports and logs, including pre-work safety documents
  • Detecting, analyzing, diagnosing and repairing mechanical (including hydraulic systems) and electrical faults on Diesel Plant and Equipment
  • Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms, axles and other components
  • Training assistants and apprentices
  • Acting Supervisor 01/01/2020 to March 2022
  • Responsibilities where: Supervising the day to day works jobs are carried out by the responsible artisans, Ensure all employees in my section adhere to occupational health and safety standards, Ordering parts for plant and equipment, Capturing detailed records of serviced machinery

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Government of Zimbabwe
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Company Overview: Central Mechanical Equipment Department
  • Completing daily maintenance reports and logs, including pre-work safety documents
  • Detecting, analyzing, diagnosing and repairing mechanical (including hydraulic systems) and electrical faults on Diesel Plant and Equipment
  • Dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms, axles and other components
  • Training assistants and apprentices
  • Central Mechanical Equipment Department

Education

National Certificate -

Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Bulawayo
01.2004

Skills

  • Detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and transmissions
  • Dismantling and removing engine assemblies
  • Repairing and replacing worn and defective parts
  • Performing scheduled maintenance services
  • Reassembling engines and parts
  • Testing and adjusting mechanical parts
  • Mentoring and developing Apprentices
  • Experience in a dealership environment

Personal Information

Title: Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Hobbies and Interests

  • Outdoor activities
  • Socializing with family and friends
  • Playing soccer

References

References available upon request.

Qualificationsandcertifications

  • National Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 2004
  • Certificate III Mobile Plant Technology
  • Certificate in EJC115 course (SANDVIK)
  • Certificate in DD210L course (SANDVIK)
  • Certificate in Operational Risk Management
  • Certificate in Loss Causation
  • Fork lift License
  • Working at heights
  • Confined Space
  • Aircon Certificate
  • Dogging License

Timeline

Heavy Diesel Fitter

Terra Mining
06.2024 - Current

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Ready Resources-Contracted to Rio Tinto
05.2023 - 06.2024

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

JBS
08.2022 - 05.2023

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Siyanda Bakgatla (previously Anglo American Platinum)
02.2011 - 06.2022

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Government of Zimbabwe
01.2005 - 01.2011

National Certificate -

Motor Vehicle Mechanics
SHELTON DHLIWAYO