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SKILLS

HOBBIES

I am a dedicated Electrician with high moral,

courage and integrity, I am also a self-starter

who can work independently, handle multiple

priorities and quick to learn by rapidly master

all aspects of the job with limited training.

Furthermore, I have an excellent command of

English, Afrikaans, and Oshiwambo.

Date of birth : 08 Jan 1993

Citizenship : Namibian

Place of birth : Okaku

Gender : Male

Marital status : Single

Identity number : 930********

Drivers licence : Code C1

• English

• Oshiwambo

• Afrikaans

• French

• Ability to analyse technical drawings

• Pay close attention to details

• Confident when using power tools

• A Methodical approach to work

• Ability to follow instruction

• Traveling

• Playing cricket

• Reading

COLIN SAKARIA

EDUCATION

SUMMARY

+264-**-***-****

ad4wbe@r.postjobfree.com

PO Box 61057

Erf 2064, Omuryangava Street, Ombili, Windhoek

Qualification : Grade 12 NSSC (Obtained)

School : A Shipena Secondary School

Key subjects : English 2nd Language, Biology

Foreign Language French, Physical

Science, Mathematics and Geography

Qualification : Electrical and Electronic Diploma

(Obtained)

Institution : Triumphant College

Key subjects : Engineering fundamentals, Power

Qualification : N1-N3 National Certificate in

Electrical (Obtained)

Institution : Namibian Institute of Mining and

Technology

Key subjects : Electrical Trade theory, Industrial Electronics, Engineering Drawings,

Mathematics, Engineering Science

Trade test (National Trade Certificate) 72%

Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) 201*-****-**** 201*-****-**** 201*-****-**** 2011-2012 Electrician

WORKING EXPERIENCE

Goreangab water reclamation plant (Wingoc, Windhoek Apprentice 2015-2016 (6 month Contract)

Job Descriptions

• Transformer –Maintenance on units, Transformers

inspection.

• LV installation.

• Maintaining overhauling motors and actuators.

• Replacements of different types of valve on water lines.

• Involved with instrumentation maintenance work.

• Basic knowledge on PLC.

Weatherly Tschudi Mine, Tsumeb

Apprentice 2016-2017 (6 months)

& 2017-2018 (1 year)

Job Descriptions

• Involvement in safe work procedures, work

permits, Lock-Out-And-Isolations.

• LV Installation -Workshop layouts, drawings,

DB wiring and commissioning.

• Transformers-Maintenance on units.

• Knowledge Scada over right equipment in the

field.

• Transformer protection

method and testing thereof.

Motor Control Centre project and

commissioning thereof.

• Insulation testing, Point to Point testing.

• Motor Starting VSD and Soft Starting wiring,

fault finding.

• Utilization of Diesel Generation sets (30 – 1270 kVA).

• MV/HV 66kv and 11kv switching operations

(Exposure).

• Maintenance single phase and three phase,

Motor bearing replacements.

• Exposure to ABB Rectifiers (163VDC, 37kA)

utilized in an electro winning process.

• Maintenance interrupted power supplies UPS

and battery trip units BTU.

Therocap Trading Enterprises CC, Walvis Bay/

Tschudi mine

Electrical Service Technician 2019 - 2020

Job Descriptions

• Change over switches ATS.

• MV/HV Switching operation 11KV (Exposure).

• Major and Minor Maintenance that include

services on Diesel Generators 30-1270Kva.

• Fault finding Electrical and mechanical related

issues on 30-1270Kva Generator sets.

• Maintenance of 3515 KVA Diesel Generator

Plant.

• Transformer –Maintenance on units,

Transformers inspection.

• Site representative of a diesel generator

plant involved with day to day operations,

maintenance planning, break-downs, liaison

with Tschudi copper mine electrical engineer.

• Installed 1000kva mtu engine generator linked it to existing 500kva generators.

• Operations on Deep Sea electronics control

8610 mkll.

WIWW Energy and Mining, Walvis Bay

Electrical Service Technician Oct 2020 - May 2021

Job Descriptions

• Major and Minor maintenance that include

services on diesel generators 7.5 - 350kva.

• Fault finding electrical and mechanical related issues on 7.5 - 350Kva power generator sets.

• Wiring automation change over switches.

• Operations on deep see electronics controllers.

• Wiring electronic remote monitor models via the deep sea controllers.

• Building open skit generators into silent type

generators.

Nuctech Company Limited, Walvis Bay

Electrician Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

Job Descriptions

• Ensure safe operation of the mobile scanner and

scanning process.

• Prepare the scanning area and Machinery set up

before deployment of operation teams.

• Operate Dual-View screening equipment within a

perimeter area.

• Perform visual inspection of suspicious or randomly selected containers to verify contents and rule out discrepancies.

• To gather information on any threat, general or

specific, within their AOR.

• Daily, weekly and monthly checks on the cameras

infrared sensor for height limit detection.

• Testing the indicator on the modulator.

• Maintain on the standby generator.

Tulela Mining and Construction Namibia, Kombat

Mine

Electrician Sept 2021 - Sept 2022

Job Description

• Responsible for overseeing the installation and

maintenance of electrical devices wiring in a wide range of various buildings.

• Responsible for installing and repairing complex electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems

communications, lighting, and control systems on

industrial, residential, and/or commercial buildings, working from a technical blueprint, troubleshooting malfunctions and blackouts.

• Handle installations by reading blueprints and panel wiring boards, construction projects, motor systems, generator systems, protection systems and ensure all up to standards, in accordance and safe, single phase and three phase .

• Electrical Faultfinding (LV Installations, VSD’s, Motor Control Centre’s)

• Electrical LV Installations - Complete (Office and Workshop Wiring from Issued Drawings).

• Maintenance of Plant Equipment according to OEM

& Engineering best practice methods as prescribed

by the Engineer.

MOLIN PUCIS

Electrical Engineer

Tschudi Mine

Cell: +264*********

RENE MARTENS

O&M Manager

Goreangab Water Reclamation Plant

(Wingoc)

Cell: +264*********

WARREN THERON

Managing Director

Therocap Trading Enterprises Cc

Cell: +264*********

DERRICK LOUW

Engineering Director

Tulela Mining and Construction

Cell: +264*********

REFERENCES

• Diesel Generator maintenance, operation and

faultfinding.

• Remote site maintenance and safety inspections

on plant installation.

• Site electrician and performing all duties thereof on a Crushing, Screening and Floatation plant.

Himoinsa RSA Pty, Karibab Navachab mine

Commission Electricial technician Oct 2022 - Aug 2023 Job Description

• Ensure that installation and commissioning is

completed on time.

• The hand over of commissioned projects to the

Client.

• Manage installation and commissioning

processes in accordance and in compliance

with Himoinsa Sa’s standards.

• Complete standard commissioning reports in a

timely manner.

• Carry out field audits on ongoing projects.

• Operational field support in cases of planned

and unplanned maintenance.

• Troubleshooting.

• Display a commitment to operational

excellence activities.

• Installation of control panels, junction boxes,

marshalling panels, SCADA & PLC panels.

• Installation and control wiring of device

instrumentation, genset controllers, comms

and protocol.

• MV/HV installations, MV cable terminations.

• Transformer commissioning and switching of

MV switch gear

• Comms configuration for LV / HV / EHV

transformer & switchgear relay & intelligent

devices.

• Ability to read single line electrical drawings.

• Computer literate.

Rossing uranium, Arandis

Electrician Sept 2023 to Present

Job description

• Expertly installed, maintained, and repaired

electrical systems and equipment within

mining and plant facilities, adhering to safety

regulations and industry standards.

• Conducted regular inspections to identify

and resolve electrical issues, minimizing

downtime and improving operational

reliability.

• Collaborated with the maintenance team to

develop and execute preventative maintenance

programs, resulting in 90% reduction in equipment

failures.

• Proficiently diagnosed and resolved complex

electrical problems, reducing repair times by 100%

• Assisted in planning and executing electrical

projects, enhancing overall plant productivity and efficiency.

• Maintained meticulous records of electrical

work performed and equipment status, ensuring

compliance with industry regulations.

• Expertly managed high voltage electrical systems up to 66kV, ensuring their safe and reliable

operation within mining and plant facilities

• Conducted regular inspections and preventive

maintenance of high voltage equipment, minimizing

downtime and improving operational.

• Led the planning and execution of high voltage

projects, enhancing overall plant productivity and efficiency.

• Maintained meticulous records of high voltage work performed and equipment status, ensuring strict

compliance with industry regulations.

• Championed strict adherence to safety protocols, contributing 12 accident-free months in

high voltage areas.

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