Electrician Technician
Resume:
Curriculum Vitae of Paul Munsami
PERSONAL DETAILS
Address:
Kyalami View Two
Barbeque Downs,
Midrand, Johannesburg
Email Address:
****.*******@*****.***
Telephone:
ID Number:
Driving Licence: Code 8
Health:
Excellent
Languages:
English, Afrikaans
Nationality:
South African
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I am a qualified Electrical Engineer. Highly motivated, easily adaptable, conscientious,
organised, reliable and delivery focused. I have a passion for problem solving and lean
business improvements. My career goal is to align my engineering capabilities and practical
experience with sustainable business growth.
Analytical thinker who thrives under pressure in fast-moving environments to keep pace
within constantly evolving and competitive markets ensuring business success.
Highly motivated, easily adaptable, conscientious, organised, reliable and delivery focused.
Enthusiastic and having the drive to achieve my best in the pursuit of continuous learning
with the ability to see tasks through, due to a can-do mentality no matter how big the
challenge.
Key competencies include Team Management, Project Management, Team Development,
Technical Design, Fault Finding, New Installations, Diagnosis and Repairs, Report Writing,
Mechanical Troubleshooting, Panel Wiring, Communication, PLC, etc.
Display a strong work ethic and ensure rigour and order in all aspects of health and safety in
design with a strong practical background, the value of which is fully demonstrated in my
project execution capabilities.
Function well within a team driven environment and have the ability to effectively put planned
thoughts, ideas and suggestions into action.
Success is achieved through determination, confidence, strong communication, individual
coaching, team development and team leadership.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
■ 1998 Palmview Secondary School - Durban, KZN Matric Exemption
English, Afrikaans, Biology, Physical Science, Mathematics, Computer Studies
■ 2016 Durban University of Technology - Durban, KZN
National Diploma in Electrical Engineering Instrumentation and Control
■ 2015 Shukela Training Centre Mt Edgecombe - Durban, KZN
Wiremen’s License Unit Standards
■ 2013 Shukela Training Centre Mt Edgecombe - Durban, KZN
Merseta Electrical Trade Test
FURTHER SKILLS
Short Courses/Certificates
■ 2019 Variable Speed Drives and Soft Drive
■ 2018 Operate a Mobile Elevated Work Platform
■ 2018 Working at Heights
■ 2016 Occupational Health and Safety Supervisor Course
CAREER SUMMARY
Company: GAAP, JHB
Period: September 2023 – Present
Job Title: Installation Electrician
Electrical and Network Installation.
Installation of UPS and Inverter.
Electrical fault finding.
Fault finding on the Inverter and UPS system.
Battery replacement for UPS.
Company: Drager, JHB
Period: September 2022 – June 2023
Job Title: Technician
Maintenance of Portable and Fixed Gas Detection Equipment.
Maintenance of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.
Installation of Fixed Gas Detection Equipment.
Company: Proficos, JHB
Period: November 2021 – August 2022
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Maintenance of Packaging and Manufacturing Equipment.
Electrical Installations of new packaging line and auxiliary equipment.
Attending to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance.
Maintenance and service of Compressors.
Company: Parnis Airport Services, Durban, KSIA
Period: May 2015 – April 2021
Job Title: InstrumentationTechnician
Manage and lead a team of junior technicians.
Implementing professional standards and best practices in continuous improvement, project
management and operational excellence.
To mentor and empower teams to drive best practice within their areas of responsibility and
become fully autonomous driving all KPI's.
Maintenance and service of 16 passenger boarding bridges (PBB’s). A PBB is a special type
of airport walkway with movement possibilities that includes turning, extension, retraction,
rising and lowering.
Maintenance and service of 37 AXA power ground units, consisting of a 400 Hz solid-state
convertor and a cable coil for the 400 Hz output cable. The unit converts a 400V input, 50
Hz frequency into a 400 Hz solid state output.
Maintenance and service of 14 visual docking systems (VDS) 3D laser system as per OEM.
Ensure the completion of repairs and overhauls on time, to standard and within agreed
budgets for both specific repairs and overall department budgets.
Ensure adherence to safety practices and quality standards.
Carry out the total maintenance of equipment.
Maintain the stock levels of materials required and ensure that the appropriate tools are in
place and ready for use.
Report and document component failures.
Contribute to optimum team performance and capability by providing quality workmanship
to maintain and enhance the reliability of equipment.
Installation, reprogramming, fault finding and testing variable speed drive (Schneider and
Allen Bradley).
Installation and calibration of induction proximity sensors, infrared sensors, ultrasonic height
sensors, ultrasonic engine sensors and inductive positioning system.
DB installation. Hydraulic cylinder replacement.
Ensure that the portable electrical equipment is inspected at 3-month intervals.
Fault finding and repair of all electrical and mechanical, PLC and HMI faults.
Championing software and firmware updates as per ACSA requirements.
Proactively drive and support continuous improvement, collaboration and implementation of
new ideas.
Company: ThyssenKrupp, Durban, KSIA
Period: October 2014 – April 2015
Job Title: Instrumentation Technician
As above.
Company: Gamma Panels & Switchboards, Durban, KZN
Period: September 2008 – September 2014
Job Title: Electrician
Design and build of electrical circuits.
Wiring of electrical switchgears and panels from schematic drawings.
PLC panel wiring.
Motor control wiring (direct on-line, star/delta, VSD, soft starters, forward and reverse,
changeover circuit).
CT, ammeter voltmeter, selector switch, PM meter wiring.
DB wiring with surge arrestor and earth leakages.
Control wiring from schematic drawings for power supply, contactor, relays and timer circuits.
Bus bar manufacturing.
Minimizing operational costs (time and labour) through innovative thinking.
Testing and fault finding against both client and statutory safety parameters.
Prepare and complete a test report against quality and safety assurance standards.
Root cause analysis for issues identified and resolution thereof.
Consult and co-ordinate with operations to ensure inputs are received on time in full.
Track and monitor the progress of manufacture against the production schedule.
Review quality non-conformance report and manage service delivery impacts and customer
complaints.
Support/supervision and on-boarding of new recruits – facilitating the understanding of
procedures, processes, roles and responsibilities.
Up skilling and coaching of employees.
Professional interaction with colleagues and clients.
On-site upgrades of existing installations – site work included but not limited to Moses Mabida
Stadium, Toyota, Sapref, Bridge City Mall, Gateway Shopping Mall, Hillcrest Hospital, Albert
Luthuli Hospital, Island View Storage, Plascon, Illovo, etc.
REFERENCES
1) Name : Mr Akash Durga
Title: Operations Manager: Gamma Panels & Switchboards
Contact Number: 082-***-****
2) Name: Mr Trevor Sivare
Title: Operations Manager: Parnis Airport Services
Contact Number: 071-***-****
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