Reading books
ALINAFE CHAWANTHA
Civil Engineer
Thebephatswa
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Materials Engineering Intern
Ministry Of Transport And Public Works
Blantyre
2019.09 - 2020.12
- Reviewed supplier proposals and materials and provided ongoing monitoring to maintain consistent supplies.
- Gathered and organized material samples to use in third-party testing, evaluated results and reported on findings to optimize materials choices.
- Planned and evaluated new projects, consulting with other engineers and corporate executives as necessary.
- Documented physical and chemical properties of materials before, during and after completing standardized tests.
- Investigated requests for deviations from established materials or suppliers and made appropriate approval or denial judgments.
- Gathered documentation such as photographs and evidentiary reviews and generated detailed reports outlining findings.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Site Supervisor Intern
Fargo Limited
Blantyre
2020.01 - 2020.05
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays and causes.
- Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Assisted managers in interviewing and selecting new workers.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
- Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
Education
Bachelor Of Civil Engineering - Transportation (Hons)
University of Malawi,The Polytechnic
Blantyre 2015.08 - 2021.11
Malawi School Certificate Of Education(MSCE) -
St Michaels Girl's Secondary School
Mangochi 2009.09 - 2013.08
Skills
Paperwork processing
undefinedCertification
[ISO 45001:2018- Principles of Occupational Health and safety] Training - [Feb 2020- March2020]
Interests
Watching documentaries
Playing volleyball
Software
AutoCAD
Civil 3D
Microsoft project
Prokon
MATLAB
AFCAP
Referees
Mr Kaunda
Human Resource Manager
Fargo Limited
Contact:+265881568518
Mr I. Tembo
Site Agent
Fargo Limited
Contact:+265888272272
Timeline
[ISO 45001:2018- Principles of Occupational Health and safety] Training - [Feb 2020- March2020]
2022-03
[MicrosoftProject] Training - [Jan 2022-Feb 2022]
2022-02
Site Supervisor Intern
Fargo Limited
2020.01 - 2020.05
Materials Engineering Intern
Ministry Of Transport And Public Works
2019.09 - 2020.12
Bachelor Of Civil Engineering - Transportation (Hons)
University of Malawi,The Polytechnic
2015.08 - 2021.11
Malawi School Certificate Of Education(MSCE) -
St Michaels Girl's Secondary School
2009.09 - 2013.08
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