COVER LETTER
Stand No *** Buffelspruit,
Shongwe Mission 1331,
Malelane Mpumalanga
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Dear Sir/madam
I would like to take this opportunity to apply for a Fabricator/Welder position at your company. As a top performer with more than 10 years of industrial welding experience and commitment to success, I believe I will be of value to your company as I have the ability to perform extremely well for your organization.
I am a highly motivated, ambitious self-starter who always gets the job done .I also have a huge array of experience that I believe you can take advantage of in a professional capacity. Some of my expertise is listed below:
-Brazing and Soldering; Resistance & Arc ;Tig, Mig and Track Welding.
-Cutting metals using a Cutting torch and a Profile
-Making and repairing damaged trokes and Wagons
-Maintaining and welding Railway tracks.
-Repairing and making new trailers at Blue Ribbon Foods
-General fabrication and welding in the construction and water works department.
I am confident that my experience, expertise and strong interest in exceeding the goals of your organisation make me an exceptional candidate for your welder position. I look forward to discussing my qualifications with you further in a meeting.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Elijah Nyahuruwa
CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL DETAILS
Candidate’s Name
Elijah Nyahuruwa
Gender
Male
Languages Spoken
English; Shona
Date of Birth
10 October 1978 - (39 years Old)
Marital Status
Single
Contact Number
Contact Details / E-mail address
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Nationality
Zimbabwean
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Proven leadership skills and the ability to be a team player
Ability to adapt quickly and build effective relationships
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Proven oral, writing and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in computer applications and systems such as MS Office,Excel, Word, Power- Point, Windows, Access& Internet and E-mail
Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY
Name of Employer
Last Position
Duration
Beacon College (South Africa)
Maintenance Welder/ Supervisor
2013 - Current
Masvingo City Council (Zimbabwe)
Maintenance Welder
2010 - 2012
Blue Ribbon Foods (Zimbabwe)
Welder (Full Time)
2005 - 2009
National Railways Of Zimbabwe
Apprentice Welder (Attachment)
2002 - 2004
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualification
Institution
Year Completed
National Foundation Certificate in Welding Techniques
Masvingo Technical College
2001
Journeyman Cards in Welding Class 1 (First Class)
Zimbabwe Registrar of Apprentice & skilled Manpower
2014
Journeyman Cards in Welding Class 2 (Second Class)
Zimbabwe Registrar of Apprentice & skilled Manpower
2012
Journeyman Cards in Welding Class 3 (Third Class)
Zimbabwe Registrar of Apprentice & skilled Manpower
2006
SAQA Evaluation Certificate (NQF Level 4)
South African Qualifications Authority
2014
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Company Name
Beacon College, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga Province (South Africa)
Nature of Business
High School
Position
Maintenance Welder/ Supervisor
Duration
2013 - Current
Reason for Leaving
Current Job
Duties
- Manufacturing steel furniture for the college.
-Repairing broken tables and chairs.
-Installing and fitting steel Cabinets and shelves.
-Securing the college premises Palisade Fencing.
-Securing the college buildings with wrought Iron and Steel burglar Proof. -Supervising and allocating duties to other workmates.
Company Name
Masvingo City Council (Zimbabwe)
Nature of Business
Council running the City Of Masvingo, Zimbabwe
Position
Maintenance Welder/ Fabricator
Duration
2010 - 2012
Reason for Leaving
Relocated to South Africa
Duties
- Maintaining and repairing dumpster trucks.
- Maintaining city infrastructure (sporting Arena, Tennis and Basketball courts.
- Manufacturing and fabricating trash dumpsters.
- Manufacturing signage boards.
- Manufacturing Electrical Pylons and street lights columns.
- Manufacturing electricity meter boxes using Spot and Seam Welding.
- General fabrication of structural steel work (Civil Department)
- Repairing water and sewer pipes. (Water and Sewer Department)
Company Name
Blue Ribbon Foods (Zimbabwe)
Nature of Business
Food Manufacturing
Position
Welder/ Fabricator (Full Time)
Duration
2005 - 2009
Reason for Leaving
Career Advancement
Duties
-Repairing damaged haulage trailers.
-Building new trailers.
-General fabrication and maintenance during shutdowns.
-Brazing and Soldering of boiler tubes.
-Cutting materials using a profile cutter.
-Designing and making billboards for the company’s marketing department.
-Gas welding
Company Name
National Railways of Zimbabwe
Nature of Business
Government Parastatal Locomotive Company
Position
Trainee Welder
Duration
2002 - 2004
Reason for Leaving
Completed Training
Duties
-Repairing of damaged Railway Wagons and Containers using TIG, MIG and Arc Welding.
-Building new Rail Wagons
-Repairing damaged railway tracks.
-Building new railway tracks.
-Brazing and Soldering of boiler tubes and other materials.
-Cutting materials of different thickness using a cutting torch and a profile cutter.
- Specialized in spot and seam welding.
References
Contact Person
Company
Contact Number/Email
The Principal: Mrs Z Mhembwe
Beacon College (South Africa)
Maintenance Manager : C Mahlatywa
Masvingo City Council (Zimbabwe)
Workshop Manager: Mr S Hazangwi
Blue Ribbon Foods (Zimbabwe)
The Foreman: MR J Pabwe
National Railways Of Zimbabwe
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