Shirley Duduetsang Phale

learning official entry -Get exposure on practical, hands on work experience in relevant section on rotational basis

• Get an appreciation for and apply current policies and procedures in related fields
• Be accorded the training to enable them to develop skills and competencies necessary to subsequently perform at a substantive level
• Management of structural integrity of the mine
• Adherence to safety of the mine

Project :Construction of a mall in Tlokweng Bordergate mall

• Improved project efficiency by implementing advanced engineering techniques and cost-effective construction methods.
• Enhanced site safety by conducting regular inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
• Streamlined communication between project stakeholders with detailed progress reports and timely updates.
• Reduced material waste through accurate estimation, procurement, and usage tracking of required resources.
• Delivered projects on time and within budget constraints by effectively managing resources, schedules, and risks.
• Ensured high-quality standards were maintained throughout the project lifecycle by adhering to industry best practices and codes of conduct.
• Coordinated with subcontractors ensuring their work met project specifications as well as monitored their progress towards completion deadlines.
• Facilitated clear communication between architects, clients, contractors, suppliers ensuring alignment on project goals and expectations throughout all stages of development.
• Resolved conflicts among team members efficiently leading to a harmonious working environment that promoted productivity.
• Implemented sustainable building practices aimed at reducing environmental impact while improving long-term operational efficiency.
• Oversaw quality control processes by conducting regular inspections, addressing non-compliance issues promptly, and implementing corrective actions to uphold project standards consistently.
• Checked technical designs and drawings for adherence to standards.
• Recorded daily events and activities in site diary to evaluate process and improve productivity.
• Created work schedules and adjusted as needed to meet project deadlines and keep shifts properly staffed.
• Oversaw quality control and health and safety matters for construction teams.
• Ordered and tracked delivery of construction materials and supplies from vendors.
• Suggested process and technical design changes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
• Identified and resolved potential structural issues.

position and work place: Civil Engineer intern - Liftoff investment –contractor (Orapa mine office), Gaborone

DISMANTLING, RELOCATION AND INSTALLATION OF NEW TAILINGS LEG GOLF PLANT NO2(GRASSHOPPER, SHUTTLE, TRANSFER TOWER, SPREADER CONVEYOR)

Office work:

· Had the opportunity to do briefing and preparation of SHE file and Environmental file: mainly in the SHE file I was involved with preparing the job risk assessment, baseline risk assessment, and safe work procedures whilst the environmental file.I was to check errors and to ensure that we have adhered to all the possible standards before submission.

· As assisting the 18.1(site supervisor) I was able to identify, prepare hazards or energies which require a response plan in compliance with clauses 8.2 of ISO 45001: 2018 and ISO 14001 2015 international standards. I was also a Pact champion for the covid -19 virus campaign which promoted less cases by 20% with less covid cases in the highest pick time. I had the chance to hold a tools down campaign in correlation with the mine quarries act guidelines.

· Plan reading, progress meetings, preparation of site reports and memos and introduction of project commencement such as setting out key processes for installation of conveyor belts which was the main project I was assigned to preparation and planning of the site establishment.

· I did sketch drawings and corrections of drawings and executed site instruction given by the client to the full extent which narrowed the mistakes on site by 80%.

· I was in charge of supervision of the civil works as guided by my supervisor, was in charge of QCP (quality control plan) preparations, site daily schedule, morning ECOSH moment, site duty allocation, did site inspection, team logistics.

Documentations:

· I had the opportunity to be exposed to the day -to day documents on-site being: Logbook, Visible felt leadership (VFL), Business partner Work safe daily declaration form both for the 17.1 and 18.1 positions. Working at heights permit, daily risk assessment, Daily safe task, etc. was well invested in helping my supervisor plan ahead of time so that we can reduce the lag times of the project.

Site work:

· Mobilization of a site which included preparing memos for material inspection, management of manpower and allocation of jobs, dismantling of the transformer which is part of the Tee conveyor. My Responsibility as the assisting site engineer was to ensure that all the pieces are labelled and properly positioned and I took the liberty to even practice my steel structural design concepts. This allowed me to work with the mechanical department.

· Had a chance to do a survey using pieces of equipment like total station and staff reading.

· Mobilizing of material entered into the mine. In charge of site inspection of the foundations and plinths. Preparation of document file called a former pack, QCP, request inspection, and approval sheet-this just goes to show that I am very adaptive to any kind of paperwork, and most of the time these were my conceptual designs and formats.

ELECTRICAL -had the opportunity to work with the automations and instrumentations team in the removal of electrical cable for the whole combined conveyor and logistics of new material to be bought

• Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the preparation and review of civil engineering designs, plans, and specifications.
• Improved team collaboration through active participation in interdisciplinary meetings with architects, contractors, and clients.
• Assisted with construction site inspections to ensure projects were executed according to design specifications and applicable codes.
• Optimized resource allocation by conducting cost analyses for various civil engineering projects.
• Streamlined communication between departments by managing project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Supported successful project completion by performing quality control checks on engineering calculations and design drawings.
• Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by participating in stormwater management planning and design activities.
• Promoted safety standards compliance by assisting in the development of construction safety plans and hazard assessments.
• Facilitated timely project delivery through efficient coordination of materials testing and reports analysis.
• Increased accuracy of project estimates by utilizing software programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D for preparing detailed designs and plans.
• Reviewed calculations and analytical data to maintain accuracy of technical reports.
• Performed construction observation and took soil samples.
• Produced precise technical specifications and data sheets.
• Displayed strong communication and interpersonal skills while visiting clients, jobsites and consultant offices to support project and business development needs.
• Drafted and reviewed construction schedules, environmental impact studies and project designs.

position and work place: Civil Engineer intern -Integrated engineers-consultancy, Gaborone

PROJECT

DEBSWANA JWANENG MINE STORMWATER

Tasks:

· Tendering

Structural projects:

LLR-warehouse structure:

· Produced structural drawings and design drawings from architectural drawings

· Designed beams, slabs, load take down to cross check foundation stability.

· Site visits

· Meeting attendance

· Supervised the contractor on the projection of the program of works

Multi-residential :

· Produced structural drawings and design drawings from architectural drawings

· Designed beams, slabs, load take down to cross check foundation stability.

Water drainage project (BPC slab casting)

· Made a site visit for data collection and observations

· Derived cut and fill profile levels with 3D civil and autoCAD and producing a drawing that showed reduced levels which helped in water drainage of the plot

Roads project

· Road Junction design and technical drawing of a proposed junction in Artesia.

· Tendering for Design of Tlokweng Internal Roads 2021-not specified project.

· Site visits

APACHE – Design of manufacturing Warehouse

· Meeting attendance and problem solving on site as the consulting engineers

· Preparation of bending schedule

· Produced steel roof drawing for a section of the whole warehouse

· Did culvert drawings for water pipe protection

· Site visits and meeting attendance

· Received field data from the surveyor and architect at times and provided structural calculations if something needed to be fixed or adjusted on site

DEBSWANA LETLHAKANE MINE

Dismantling of old Letlhakane mine plant

· Tendering

DEBSWANA ORAPA MINE

Buildings remedial project

· Site inspection

· Conceptualized data in excel sheet using the Anglo American standard.

· Identified defects, class and give out remedial solutions and sketches.

APERION HOLDINGS ABATTOIR

· Produced structural drawings and design drawings from architectural drawings

· Reinforcement scheduling and allocation.

· Meeting attendance

RESIDENTIAL HOUSE

· Produced structural drawings

· Designed beams, slabs, load take down to cross check foundation stability.

· Geotech report review to determine the foundation to be used.

· Site inspection and site supervision.

· Checking of levels using the total station (survey equipment)

· Preparation of bending schedule

· Received field data from the surveyor and architect at times and provided structural calculations if something needed to be fixed or adjusted on site

MULTI-RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE

· Structural verification of the reinforcement obtained.

· Designed beams, slabs, foundations load take down to cross check foundation stability.

· Geotech report review to determine the type of foundation to be used.

· Preparation of bending schedule

Shell filling station

· Site inspection of kerbstone installation, road paving in a G-north project

· Structural report Writing- I have done eminence work on report writing which has helped me to understand the vital concept of foundations, ring beams, and Geo- tech applications. So far I have produced 4 reports.