Othusitse Masilo
Selebi-Phikwe
Summary
As a highly skilled Control and Instrumentation Technician, my objective is to apply my extensive expertise in process automation, instrumentation, and control systems to foster innovation and enhance operational excellence across various industries. With a solid track record of optimizing complex industrial processes and ensuring the reliability of mission-critical equipment, I am committed to leveraging my specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to drive organizational growth and competitiveness. Proficient in industry-leading control platforms, communication protocols, and electro-mechanical systems, I excel at identifying and implementing process improvements that boost efficiency, productivity, and safety
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Control and Instrumentation Technician
Botswana Power Corporation
10.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Morupule B 4x150MW Power Plant
- Implementing changes and modifications to control logic in SCADA and DCS to optimize plant operations in collaborations with process and specialists
- PID loops performance and plant safety interlock monitoring
- Participating in design and commissioning of all new plant stabilization projects
- Continuous improvement drive on plant control system
- Commissioning and start-up of 150MW unit after outage
- Morupule B 4x150MW Power Plant
Technician Development Programme (Control and Instrumentation)
Botswana Power Corporation
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Company Overview: Morupule B 4x150MW Power Plant
- Plant instrumentation maintenance installation and commissioning (Flow, Pressure, Temperature, Level, Weight, Speed, Proximity)
- Conveyer belt automation maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration
- Calibration of all process instrumentation technologies
- Control valves and positioner overhaul and service
- Morupule B 4x150MW Power Plant
Electrical Technician
SDM Electrical Switchboards
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Design, control and implementation of electrical systems
- PLC/DCS- VFD drive communications wiring and configuration
- Fault diagnosis and root cause analysis on electrical systems
Education
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Botswana
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Engineering Institute of Technology
01.2027
Skills
- Control systems (PLC, DCS)
- Instrumentation (sensors, transmitters)
- SCADA systems
- HMI software
- Programming and configuration of control systems
- Data analysis and reporting tools
- Project management methodologies
- Safety protocols and best practices in control and instrumentation
Affiliations
Engineers Registration Board, Registered Engineering Technician
Essential Skills And Competencies
- Strong knowledge of control systems (PLC, DCS) and instrumentation (sensors, transmitters)
- Familiar with SCADA systems and HMI software for monitoring and control
- Proficient in relevant software tools for programming and configuration of control systems
- Experience with data analysis and reporting tools to evaluate system performance
- Familiar with project management methodologies to ensure timely completion of commissioning activities
- In-depth understanding of safety protocols and best practices in control and instrumentation
Certifications And Short Learning Programmes
- Citect SCADA 2018 R2 Configuration eLearning Curriculum, AVEVA, 05/01/25
- Citect SCADA 2018 R2 Workspace eLearning Curriculum, AVEVA, 05/01/25
- PLC Programming- Learn the basics with CodeSys, Udemy, 05/01/25
- Learn Siemens S7-1500 Programming and Configuration, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Introduction to Networking, Udemy, 05/01/24
- The Complete Hydraulic Course, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Pneumatic Fundamentals, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Schneider PLC Tutorial for Beginners with Ladder and SFC, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Mitsubishi GX Works 2 with Factory I/O PLC Training, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Complete PLC Allen Bradley Studio 5000/ Rest Logix 5000 Course, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Siemens S7-1200 PLC & HMI from Scratch using TIA, Udemy, 05/01/24
- Supervisory Skills, Southwest Training Institute, 05/01/23
- Proficy Machine Edition v9.8 & IFix SACADA Fundamentals (infix v6.5) - GE Fanuc PLC Package, Emerson Automation, 05/01/22
- First Line Maintenance of GM32, GM901, and FW320SE for Continuous Monitoring Emissions Systems (CEMS), Sick Sensor Intelligence, 05/01/21
- Sullair Basic Compressor Training (Basic Theory, Installation, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting), Maestro Supplies, 05/01/21
- Professional Certificate of Competency in Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA systems, Engineering Institute of Technology - Australia, 05/01/20
- Professional Certificate of Competency in Instrumentation Automation and Process Control, Engineering Institute of Technology - Australia, 05/01/20
- Safety Rules Training Level 3 (Level of Authorization up to 400V) - Competent person, Botswana Power Corporation, 05/01/20
Timeline
Control and Instrumentation Technician
Botswana Power Corporation
10.2021 - Current
Technician Development Programme (Control and Instrumentation)
Botswana Power Corporation
11.2019 - 10.2021
Electrical Technician
SDM Electrical Switchboards
01.2019 - 03.2019
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Botswana
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Engineering Institute of Technology
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