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Thabo Frank Tuelo

Orapa

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Heavy Plant Mechanic

Debswana
Orapa
07.2003 - Current

Started my career in Heavy plant mechanics in July 2003, at Orapa Training centre, Botswana, through one of the biggest diamond mines in the world, Debswana. I completed my training in 2007. I have over 16 years of post apprenticeship experience in a very busy and challenging environment. Through my career I have moved and worked across all Debswana’s operations, showing great dedication and adaptability on new work areas. I have;

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Developed strong technical aptitude and fault finding skills

Education

National Craft Certificate - Heavy Plant Mechanic

Orapa Training Center
Orapa
07.2003 - 07.2007

Skills

    Diagnostics

Machine overhauls

New Installations

Mechanical expertise

Extensive mechanical systems knowledge

Servicing mechanical equipment

Mechanical systems maintenance

Extensive hydraulic systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems maintenance

Basic electrics knowledge

Additional Information

  • Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and systems in the workshop
  • Inspection of graders, wheel dozers, wheel loaders, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
  • Diagnosing faults using computerized testing equipment.
  • Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
  • Monitor the parts that are damaged and repairable, use them
  • accordingly in the equipment.
  • Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on equipment.
  • Performing major repair work (overhauls).
  • Controls the cost of the equipment and repair work in accordance with the allocated budget.
  • Train apprentices on the safety regulations to be followed in the plant.
  • Perform repair on the equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s specification.
  • Perform minor repairs on the electrical and electronics systems in the heavy equipment, including their engines.
  • Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.
  • Managing relationships with customers and suppliers.

Certification

City and Guilds Office management skills[Timeframe]

Interests

Going to church and watching soccer

License

Driving license - Class EC ( For articulated vehicles with GCM greater than 18,000 kg)

Timeline

Forklift training

11-2022

Overhead crane operation

09-2022

Precision maintenance Course

05-2022

City and Guilds Office management skills[Timeframe]

05-2015

Heavy Plant Mechanic

Debswana
07.2003 - Current

National Craft Certificate - Heavy Plant Mechanic

Orapa Training Center
07.2003 - 07.2007
Thabo Frank Tuelo