Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Simbarashe Mukumbuzi

Simbarashe Mukumbuzi

Corio,VIC

Summary

Highly motivated boilermaker/Metal fabricator with more than 15 years fabrication engineering experience. Capable leader, attentive listener and driven worker, focused on maximizing productivity and safety. detail-oriented, reliable and organized, with problem-solving abilities. I bring with me energy combined with fresh ideas towards achievements of your company's goals, mission and vision.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Boilermaker/Metal fabricator

Thornton Engineering Ltd, Australia
08.2024 - Current
  • Read and interpret technical drawings
  • Cutting, shaping, and forming metal components according to the specifications outlined in the blueprints
  • Metal inert gas welding
  • Flame cutting ie oxy-acetylene gas cutting and plasma cutting
  • Measuring and marking out of metal plates, beams, channels and angle irons
  • Use of hand and power tools eg grinders, guillontine, drilling machines, punching machine etc
  • Fabrication and installation of cones, pressure vessels, water tanks, chutes and staircases
  • Pipework i.e fabrication and Assembly
  • Structural work i.e Fabrication and Assembly
  • Platework from 3mm upwards
  • Deburr Sharp edges, holes and Welding preparation prior to Assembly
  • Good planning and problem solving abilities
  • Adhere to safety rules and regulations
  • Teamwork

Boilermaker/Metal fabricator

Pereira Steel Works Pty
11.2014 - 02.2024


  • Oxy-acetylene gas and plasma cutting.
  • Reverting.
  • Measuring and marking out of steel.
  • Fabrication and installation of roof trusses.
  • Fabrication and installation of pipes, cones, ductings, chutes and hoopers.
  • Structural work ie fabrication and installation.
  • Use of hand and power tools.
  • Manual handling techniques.
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Achieved consistent adherence to project deadlines through effective prioritization of tasks in a high-pressure work environment.
  • Manual Metal Arc and metal inert gas welding.
  • Fabrication, Assembly and Installation of different types of Structural steel work.
  • Teamwork/Collaboration.

Metal Fabricator/Boilermaker

National Railways of Zimbabwe
08.2005 - 07.2013

• Apprenticeship training( July 2005-Aug 2009).

• Fabricated and repaired parts for diesel locomotives and wagons.

• Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, press brakes.

• Built and repaired process tanks, pressure tanks and water tanks.

  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
  • Manual Metal Arc and MIG Welding.
  • Pipework i.e Fabrication and Installation.
  • Oxy-acetylene gas cutting.
  • Use of Hand and Power tools.
  • Reverting.
  • Manual Handling and lifting techniques.
  • Gouging.
  • Working at heights and in Confined space.
  • Adhere to safety standards and work procedures.

Education

Certificate III - Engineering Fabrication

Trades Recognition Australia
Australia
03.2024

National Certificate - Fabrication Engineering

Masvingo polytechnical college
12.2007

Skills

  • Time management
  • Great communicator
  • Team player
  • Fabrication
  • Assembly
  • Layout
  • Problem solving

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Playing soccer

References

  • Jabulani Ndlovu, Senior Foreman, +27736813804, Pereira Steel Works, South Africa.
  • Section Engineer, +2639366665, National Railways of Zimbabwe.
  • Ernest Vova, Supervisor,+61 432 587 486, Thornton Engineering Pty, Australia.

Timeline

Boilermaker/Metal fabricator

Thornton Engineering Ltd, Australia
08.2024 - Current

Boilermaker/Metal fabricator

Pereira Steel Works Pty
11.2014 - 02.2024

Metal Fabricator/Boilermaker

National Railways of Zimbabwe
08.2005 - 07.2013

National Certificate - Fabrication Engineering

Masvingo polytechnical college

Certificate III - Engineering Fabrication

Trades Recognition Australia
Simbarashe Mukumbuzi