PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name : Kafula Mutale

Sex : Male

Marital status : Single

Nationality : Zambian

Date of birth : 23rd June, 1992

Religion : Christianity (New Apostolic Church)

NRC : 453989/61/1

Health : Excellent

Town : Ndola

Address : 333Chikwa close Itawa, Ndola

Mobile Number : +260-*********/ 968229258

Languages : Bemba, Lozi, Nyanja and English

Email Address : adpkw9@r.postjobfree.com / adpkw9@r.postjobfree.com

PERSONAL SUMMARY

I am a highly skilled individual with 6 (six) years of practical experience working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic possessing acute knowledge of managing repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment along with excellent knowledge of performing preventive maintenance activities, in terms of troubleshooting and service. I also have the ability to remove and install parts, assemble and disassemble components and test assemblies as and when necessary. Additionally, I possess a solid background in contamination control procedures and all hand tools used to get the job done.

EDUCATION BACK GROUND

Year School name Qualifications obtained

2008-2010 Masala Secondary School Grade 12 School certificate

2006-2007 Dzikomo Basic school Junior Secondary school certificate

1999-2005 Dzikomo Basic school Grade seven (7) school Certificate

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

Year College/University Qualifications obtained

2020 Online Technicians for Africa Caterpillar Certificate of Completion

2012-2014 Northern Technical College Advanced Certificate in Heavy

Equipment Repair

22/04-02/05/2014 Northern Technical College Certificate in Auto-Electrical

2010 Muitinet Computer limited Ms Excel, Ms Access and Ms Word

Employment Experience

Organization:

1.Zambezi Portland Cement

Working on the re-building, Service, maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic systems of Caterpillar and Atlas-Copco machine has follows: Dump truck 725,730 and 740; Loader 962, 950, 966, 980G Series and Caterpillar Excavators 345B, 365,374, Dozer D8N, D6 and Drill Rig (Roc D7)

Position: Heavy Equipment Repair Mechanic (13 July 2017- To date)

Responsibilities:

Removing, Installation, resealing of the transmission, draw box, steering and hoist pump

Run a routine service and maintains on all machine every after a 250-2000 working hours

Resealing of all cylinders, suspension, steering and hoist cylinders

Engine reconditioning on Cat engines has follows 3126, 3176, C7, C15 (replacement of cylinder head, valve adjustment, injectors testing, fan pump replacement, removal of starter motor etc.)

Disassemble and assemble of Engines, transmission and the final drive

Disassemble and resealing of the park brake assemble on the ADT 725,730,740

Hose assemble and fitting

Performed services from 250-2000 hours on the following ;

oADT 725,730,740

oExcavator 345, 365, 374

oLoader 950G, 962G, 966G, 980G series

oDrill Rig Roc D7

Conduct safety routine measures on pre-shift and current jobs

2. Mota-Engil Africa Zambia

(Civil Works for the Rehabilitation of the Great East Road, Luangwa Bridge to Nyimba Bridge)

Position: Heavy Duty mechanic (September 2015 to May 2016)

Responsibilities:

• Inspecting machines to diagnose defects

• Troubleshooting defects and provide preventive maintenance

• Replacing defective engines as required

• Testing overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency

• Diagnosing source of trouble and determine extent of repairs needed

Position: Safety Representative

Responsibilities:

•Conduct risk assessment on non-routine jobs to identity significant hazards, groups of people to be at risk and existing control also to evaluate the risks involved and ensure remedial measures re implemented

•Co-ordinate occupational health and safety meetings to enhance employee’s safety

•Advice all levels on statutory regulatory requirements to ensure compliance to legal aspects

• Enforce the company safety rules and regulations at places of work.

• Conduct safety inspection of work areas to ensure safe conditions

3. Zambezi Portland cement

Position: HER Mechanic (September 2014 to November 2014)

Responsibilities:

•Worked on Caterpillar mechanics to diagnose, repair overhaul,

•Maintained and serviced heavy equipment, CAT machines such as Loaders 980G, 962G, 966G, 950G, ADT 750 Dump truck and also worked on flight liner ( Detroit engine )

4. Gomes Haulage Limited

Position: Heavy Equipment Repair Mechanic (February 2013 to May 2013)

Responsibilities:

•Serviced, repaired, overhauled and maintained on the flight liner (Cummins N 14 and Detroit engines )

Professional affiliation

Registered member of the Engineering institute of Zambia

Registered member of the Engineering Regulation board

Valid silicosis Certificate (Medical Certificate)

Trained First Aid with Hilburn Transport Training Consultants

Valid driving licence C1

Valid Passport till 2030

Knowledge on how to use SIS and ET Caterpillar systems

Basic welding knowledge

Skills

Proactive and hard working

Ability to motivate and excite a team

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

People management skills

Computer literate ( MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point )

Able to work on own initiative with a creative approach to problem solving.

Qualities:

Team player

Energetic and dynamic.

Hands on attitude.

Approachable and flexible.

Capable of working with minimum supervision and under pressure

Dependable and self-motivated

Strong desire, determination to yield results

Ability to think critically and strategically

Easily adapt to new working environment

Career Objectives

Result oriented and focused individual seeking a position in all areas of heavy duty mechanics related works and any other duties that may allow me to explore new challenges and access learning opportunities

Future Prospects and Plans

To acquire vast knowledge and skills which will broaden my career to levels where my technical and personal skills can be fully utilized.

OVERALL OBJECTIVES

To become the most competent, efficient, effective and dependable Employee

References

1.Human Resource Manager

Gomes Haulage Limited

Box 71827

Ndola

2.Mr S Kapembwa

Senior Workshop Artisan

Zambezi Portland Cement Ltd

Cell +260-***-***-***

Box 70492

Ndola

3.Mr Milimo Sitengu

Safety Health and Environmental Manager

Mota-Engil Africa Zambia

Cell: +260-***-***-***

Email:adpkw9@r.postjobfree.com

4. Mr Kingfred Mubanga

Former Senior Workshop Artisan

Working for William Adams

Cell: +61-476-***-***

Tasmania, Australia

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