Project Engineer Management

BRIGHTON T. MUSAKWA

Professional Engineer(ProEngZwIE)

Contact: Cell:+263***-***-***/ +263***-***-***

Physical Address:9154, Paradise, Highfields, Harare Email Address: ********@*****.***

LinkedIn URL:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brighton-musakwa-3186b612a PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT

Results-driven Professional Engineer with 7 years of experience in heavy manufacturing and plant management. Proven track record of driving efficiency and productivity gains in fast-paced environments using Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) and Integrated Work Systems (IWS) tools. Strong background in end-to-end plant management, process improvement, and team leadership with expertise in integrated management systems (ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018) and asset management (ISO 55000). Professional Qualifications, Trainings and Memberships I. Master of Science Degree in Manufacturing Systems and Operations Management (Credit) - University of Zimbabwe (Mar 2019 – Oct 2021)

II. Bachelor of Science (with Honours) Degree in Mechanical Engineering (2.1 Degree Class) - University of Zimbabwe (August 2014 - June 2018)

III. Post Graduate Certificate in Project Management – Zimbabwe Institute of Management (2019-2021) IV. ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 Integrated Management Systems – Standards Association of Zimbabwe (April 2022)

V. SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing) and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) training - In-house training with Shen Xin (2024) VI. Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) training - In-house training with Zimplats (June 2014) VII. Production of structural prestressed Beams for interchanges - CivilCon S. Africa(Sept-Dec 2023) VIII.Member of Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers(ZIE) - Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers (2020) WorkHistory

1 Projects Engineer Shen Xin Construction (Pvt)Ltd(December 2023–January 2025) 2 Site Engineer Tefoma, Fossil Contracting (Pvt)Ltd,(February 2021–Nov 2023) 3 Plant and Projects Engineer Almin Metal Industries (Aug 2020–January 2021) 4 Maintenance Planning Engineer Almin Metal Industries (July 2019–July 2020) 5 GraduateEngineer Almin Metal Industries (Aug 2018 -June 2019) 6 Engineering Attachee Zimplats (March 2014- August 2014) Management Proficiencies

Process control and lean manufacturing

Integrated Work Systems (IWS) tools and methodologies

Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) programs and implementation

Data analysis and loss allocation

Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, including: Mining Management and Safety Regulations (SI 109 of 1990), Mine Health and Safety Act 29 of 1996 and Factories and Works Act

[Chapter 14:08] of 1951

Management of operations budgets and cost estimation, overseeing operations from concept to deployment

Developing planned maintenance systems(RCM) and procedures according to OEM Technical Proficiencies

Designing and analyzing various systems (infrastructural, mechanical, electrical, piping, HVAC, bridges, HMEs, Boilers, Furnaces, automation, heavy manufacturing and mining)

Conducting Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) automation

Structured problem-solving tools (Fishbone diagrams, 5 Why, Root Cause Analysis (RCA))

Creating and interpreting engineering drawings for manufacturing and installation IT Proficiencies

Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Computerised Maintenance Management System(SAP, MAPCON), Computer Aided Design(SOLIDWorks,AutoCAD,Revit) Leadership Proficiencies

Team Leadership: Training and development

Communication: Technical and non-technical stakeholder engagement

Time Management: Prioritizing and managing tasks

Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution: Critical thinking and conflict resolution

Adaptability: Continuous learning and professional development. Key Projects and Achievements:

# KeyProject/Achievement Cost(US$)

1 Construction of Trabalas Interchange, including 15 structural bridges, drainage systems, earthworks, road surfacing, and 66 prestressed beams, with estimated concrete volume of 50,000 cubic meters, estimated road surface area of approx 120,000 square meters, and estimated gravel volume of 80,000 cubic meters.(Feb 2022 - February 2025) 88 mil

2 Upgrading the 1000T Aluminium Extrusion Plant in Willowvale Harare to a 7-inch container billet heater system, including design and fabrication, installation, electrical reconfiguration with estimated transformer capacity upgrade to 2 x 1500 KVA, and PLC automation upgrade from the existing 6-inch system.Improved efficiency by 12%(June 2019 - August 2019) 800 K

3 Designing an integrated Aluminium Curtain Wall System (Alu Sol) compliant with SANS codes, and a 3MW solar system, including 2D and 3D modeling, Finite Element Analysis, structural modeling, physical testing, software simulation, solar panel mounting design, and electrical layout configuration.(September 2020 - March 2021) 2 mil

4 Refurbishment of the Aluminium Extrusion Plant's water cooling system at Almin Metal Industries, including pipeline, cooling tower, pump, and plumbing system upgrades and replacements.( August 2018 - December 2018)

80 K

5 Project management for installing and commissioning 2 x 60m, 45 MPa stress beds at the Prestressing Plant in Mt Hampden for manufacturing prestressed beams for the Trabalas Interchange project.

1.2 mil

References

1.Mark Sunders(FD), Almin Metal Industries, +263********* 2. Chiwawa,( Operations Mgr. ) Shen Xin Construction, +263********* 3. Eng Mberikwazvo (Project Director), Tefoma /Fossil Contracting, +263-**-***-****

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