Director of Human Resources
Dear Sir/Madam
I am applying for the position of Electrical Engineer which has been advertised. I strongly believe that my tertiary technical education skills, intensive training, and extensive experience make me a suitable candidate for this vacancy.
I hold a BTech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. As an individual who is interested in continuous professional development, I have developed knowledge and experience in work areas that command an elevated sense of respect for safety procedures and regulations. This has resulted in me gaining professional competency in operational and technical aspects associated with the electrical industry. I have developed strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in high-pressure and challenging working environments, from my job profile at Afric Oil Petroleum. My responsibilities in the organization varied throughout the commissioning, maintaining, installation and testing of the Honeywell Fuel Management System. In addition, I have been responsible for the systems’ operation, maintenance and repairs associated with the project, ensuring the smooth running of the fuel depot. I have also gained an exposure to leading team members such that their competencies are in-line with the needs of the organization. I have functional knowledge of all electrical equipment associated with my job as an electrical technician/technologist, legislation, codes, and standards of practice, and have gained expertise in use of industry specific tools and applications, and a willingness to learn even more. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Sifiso Mbedzi
SIFISO MBEDZI
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www.linkedin.com/in/sifiso-mbedzi
PROFILE
I am a mature, self-driven and goal-
oriented Electrical Technologist with a
willingness to learn and has high
expectations for my results, and
confident in my ability to produce.
Having graduated from Cape Peninsula
University of Technology and with more
than 4 years of experience, I am pro-
active, with an ability to remain calm in
stressful situations
SKILLS
Excellent Microsoft Office proficiency,
Hands-on experience in fuel
management systems, Handling of
Petroleum products, AutoCAD, Basic
Siemens PLC & HMI with Motor Drives
and Controller Programming, LabVIEW
programming, Laser printing, technically
versed in electromechanical repairs
including maintenance of vehicles.
EXPERIENCE
OPERATIONS MANAGER (jun17 –present),
MAINTENANCE ENGINEER/ AFRIC OIL PETROLEUM
(PVT) LTD
02/2015 - present
Supervised the installation, commissioning and operation of Honeywell Terminal Management System (HTMS). Facilitate and maintain the HTMS. Write and keep records of maintenance schedules and facilitate servicing of company assets Perform electromechanical repairs and maintenance Supervise onsite work projects Facilitate tests and calibrations on fuel and submersible pumps.
TECHNICIAN/ UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN
07/13 – 12/13
Technical determination, ordering and installing or maintenance of electromechanical systems. Maintenance, testing and calibration of induction motor workstations CAD design of electrical circuit boards, prototype testing and installation Induction & mentoring of new technicians. EDUCATION
BTECH ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Attained above 70% average on Power Engineering
NATIONAL DIPLOMA ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Attained an average of above 69%
REFERENCES
Munyaradzi Gwanarika Chris Wozniak
Afric Oil Petroleum P/L UCT EBE Building
Stand 1418 Industrial Site Rondebosch 7701
Beit Bridge Cape Town
+27-84-713-**** +27-73-309-****