CURRICULUM VITAE
PERSONAL PARTICULARS
SURNAME:
Ismail
NAME: -
Abdurahman
IDENTITY NUMBER:
850-***-**** 080
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS:
** ******* ******, ***********, ************, 2091 South Africa
CONTACT NUMBERS:
(also on Whatsapp)
EMAIL ADDRESS:
***.*********@*****.***
DATE OF BIRTH:
23/09/1985
NATIONALITY:
South African
MARITAL STATUS:
Married
NUMBER OF DEPENDANTS:
2
HEALTH:
Excellent (Covid - 19 vaccinated, TB tested)
DRIVERS LICENCE:
Yes (Code 10)
HOME LANGUAGE:
English
QUALIFICATIONS:
Trade test - Red seal (Diesel Mechanic)
IELTS Test - approved
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
COMPANY:
Diesel Electric Services
PERIOD:
2011 - Present
CONTACT PERSON/S:
Manager - Ms. Lyndsey Bielich - Service Department - 011-***-**** POSITION HELD:
Technician (Diesel Mechanic)
DUTIES:
Maintenance of diesel generator driven sets to OEM specifications. Working on engines such as: Volvo Penta, Scania, MAN, Mitsubishi, Perkins, Cummins, Cat, Kohler (SDMO), John Deere, Deutz, Kiloskar and Doosan. 3 phase electric system.
(Willing to work overtime, weekends, call/outs (willing to travel), standby, available immediately). Compulsory standby - scheduled every 3 months - for 30 days. SKILL SET:
I am a qualified diesel mechanic - (Attached qualification). I am fully capable of doing a complete overhaul of engines - such as: Volvo Penta, Scania, MAN, Mitsubishi, Perkins, Cummins, Cat, Kohler (SDMO), John Deere, Deutz, Kiloskar and Doosan.
Top and bottom end - overhaul:
Changing pistons and rings
Changing liners
Head gaskets - replacements
Tappit settings
Able to work on fully mechanical and electrically (ECU) controlled engines - I have the knowledge and experience of working on vintage (old school) injector pump driven engines. I have knowledge of setting the timing for the pumps which is with degrees. General maintenance:
Oil and Filter changes.
Fan belt replacement - inspection for cracks or any perforations. Cooling system maintenance, which includes checking glycool/ nalcool (Antifreeze/ summer coolent) levels, as well as the condition of the radiator internal and external, using apparatus/ instruments supplied. Including the condition of the radiator hoses being checked visually and by touch inspection.
Fault finding:
Electrical - Basic engine inspection:
Checking the oil pressure sender unit or switch.
Inspecting the condition off the wiring harness
- check for any cuts in the wires/ worn through
- checking the low water level switch, bridging it out to see if it works.
- checking the temperature switch for function, it must give correct readings.
- testing fuses (using a multi meter 12v/24v-)
- Inspect battery condition, checking levels using inspection glass or age off battery.
- checking for any corrosion on terminal blocks due to weather.
- testing of alternators and starters.
Dianostic tools are used to check for faults on the ECU and to clear the alarms. I am a fully mechanical, diesel technician. Due to upgrades and advances regarding technology, I have had to broaden my skill set a bit in learning some basic electrical. On how to test and fault find, I truly had to upgrade my game and learn to understand the electronical side of the diesel engine. Many engines today are ECU driven and run with electronic systems. COMPUTER SKILLS/ LITERACY:
Fair/ Moderate
STRENGTHS, COMMENTS & AMBITIONS:
I bring to the table over 15 years of work experience partaking in a plethora of services and maintenance in the diesel mechanics arena, having worked on a variety of diesel engines. I have worked for reputable companies within S.A, major and minor, doing the support, maintenance and services of diesel generator driven sets to OEM specifications. Working on diesel engines namely: Volvo Penta, Scania, MAN, Mitsubishi, Perkins, Cummins, Cat, Kohler (SDMO), John Deere, Deutz, Kiloskar and Doosan. I also have a good understanding of 3 phase electrical systems. I am diligent with a strong sense of urgency. I am meticulous and stringent when it comes to work. I strive to succeed in all endeavors and tasks allocated. Work well with or without a team. I believe in doing the job right first time around. I believe that I have the versatility to fit into any position and that I will be an asset to the company that may employ me. I have excellent organizational skills and work well with others. I work effectively and efficiently with or without supervision. I am highly motivated to complete task allocated to me and believe in doing it to the best of my ability and strive to get it done right the first time round.
Setting and maintaining high standards is one of my priorities. Good communication skills are an asset in my dealing with staff, colleagues, clientele, or any outside parties. I have the ability to break down complex tasks and be innovative when necessary. I enjoy bouncing ideas around and sharing it with others, I firmly believe that learning is a two way process and as I grow from the teachings of others and positive influences they too will grow and benefit as they learn from me. I strive to advance and progress positively in all that I do and in doing so helping and working together to make the company that has employed me an even further success.
Thank you for taking the time to review this.
Sincerely
Mr. A. Ismail