Admore Shava - Lead Maintenance Artisan, Heavy Equipment Breakdown Mechanic - RUNSGATE MINING & ENGINEERING

Summary

Admore is a specialist heavy vehicle fitter with 9 years underground mining experience. In 2014, the applicant completed a vocational training at the national railways of Zimbabwe. During his career he gained depth experience on both Sandvik, CAT, and Epiroc drill rigs, loaders and other heavy vehicles. In 2025 VETASSESS assessed Admore on behalf of Trades Recognition Australia [TRA], whereafter he was: Declared competent for the nominated occupation of Diesel motor mechanic [mobile plant]. Issued the Australian Qualification: Certificate III: Mobile Plant Technology [AUR31220]

Overview

12

years of professional experience

7

Certification

Work History

Lead Maintenance Artisan, Heavy Equipment Breakdown Mechanic

RUNSGATE MINING & ENGINEERING

10.2023 - Current

As a lead Maintenance Artisan, I worked on-site at Mimosa Mine: Underground mine PGM
Direct the breakdown response team as a lead Artisan, ensuring rapid and effective and repair strategies for critical situations.
Oversee comprehensive maintenance for an extensive fleet of underground mining machinery, including drill rigs and loaders.
Apply specialized expertise in breakdown time management to minimize equipment downtime and boost operational efficiency.
Conduct meticulous checks and proactive maintenance routines to preserve machine integrity and function.
Execute systematic troubleshooting and sophisticated fault diagnosis to determine operational issues swiftly.
Respond diligently to the KPIs and deliver on key projects safely and sound.
Encourage the completion of necessary paperwork for documentation purposes and legal conformance.
Perform thoroughly monthly and weekly inspections to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
Examine drive train components to prevent mechanical failures and guarantee reliable equipment operation.
Analyse failed components meticulously to identify failure causes and develop comprehensive guideline reports for future prevention measures.
Train and induct trainees and apprentices properly and up to standard ensuring growth and continuous monitoring.
Undertake tools inspection, PPE inspection and equipment inspection in a timely manner.
Adhere to workshop rules and regulations and ensure management of emergency preparedness equipment.
Mimosa Mine: Underground mine PGM

Heavy vehicle fitter

FC Platinum Holdings

07.2016 - 09.2023

I worked as a heavy vehicle fitter on site at: Mimosa Mine: Underground mine PGM
Managing breakdowns in an underground mining environment.
Focused on keeping equipment up and running.
Quick breakdown response management.
Driving mining production cycle by ensuring machinery availability
Reason for leaving: Career advancement

Attachee [Heavy vehicle fitter]

National Railways of Zimbabwe

01.2014 - 12.2014

I worked under the guidance of senior heavy vehicle fitters on a vocational training programme of one year.
Reasons for leaving: Attachment completed.

Education

High School Diploma - Automotive Engineering

Bulawayo Polytechnic College

Bulawayo

11.2015

Skills

MS Word and Excel [Basic]

Eclipse CMMS

Maintenance and repair

Hydraulics

Transmission and final drive repair

Fuel system maintenance

Brake system proficiency

Meticulous Attention to detail

Intake and Exhaust system maintenance

Collaborative

Oil Analysis

Problem solving

Critical decision making

Pro-active

Certification

Certificate III: Engineering: Mobile plant technology TRA [VETASSESS] 2025
Certificate number: T24SH70453 Results: Successful
Nominated Occupation: Diesel motor mechanic[Mobile plant] 321212
Pearson English Training Pearson English Institute
Test Taker ID: PTE004088262 Average score: 66
Valid until: 2027-07-25
Trade Test: Diesel Plant Fitting [Class 1] Ministry of Manpower
Skilled worker number: 1605160167-L
National Certificate: Diesel Plant Fitting [Red Seal] Bulawayo Polytechnic
Certificate Number: 130385

References

Available upon request.

Technology And It Literacy

MS Word and Excel [Basic]
Eclipse CMMS

Self Assessment

Admore is a specialist heavy vehicle fitter with 9 years underground mining experience., Completed vocational training at the national railways of Zimbabwe in 2014., Gained depth experience on Sandvik, CAT, and Epiroc drill rigs, loaders and other heavy vehicles., Assessed by VETASSESS on behalf of Trades Recognition Australia [TRA] in 2025., Declared competent for the nominated occupation of Diesel motor mechanic [mobile plant]., Issued the Australian Qualification: Certificate III: Mobile Plant Technology [AUR31220]., Maintenance and repair on Sandvik, CAT, and Epiroc equipment., Drill Rig and Drifter experience, including rebuild, service, repair, and maintenance., Intermediate experience on the Epiroc MT65 Truck., Intermediate experience on Caterpillar's R2900 Loader., Solid experience on Epiroc's MT430 Articulated UGmine truck and Epiroc's ST1030 UG Loader/scooptram., Good experience on ancillary equipment., Expert on Mine Master drill rigs FLP14001B, Mine Machines equipment.

Machines Covered And Maintained

Sandvik D421
Sandvik 115L
J Deere8225R
Mercedes&Benz
Sandvik D320
Sandvik LH208
M Fergusson
VW & MAN
Sandvik DD210L
Sandvik LH 208
Ford
Volvo& MACK
Sandvik DD211L
Sandvik LH571i
Freightliner
Sandvik DS211L
CAT R2900
Sandvik TH63i
Mine Master
CAT 920G
UD& DAF
GHH SLP 5.5
HOWO
GHH SLP 6
SHACMAN
GHH SLP 8
AARD 4.4&5.6

Achievements And Projects

Driter Daily Component Inspection, Initiated a programme to mitigate high failure rates and component destruction in drill rig drifters., Piston, Steel bushing, Bronze drivers, Shank, Shank stopper, Seal housing, Inserts, Flushing head, Gaskets, O rings, Water seals, Eliminated drifter failures, preventing costly component replacements., Saved significant expenses on pistons valued at $6000 each., Improved operational reliability and minimized downtime.
Oil Leak Arrest, Initiated a programme to reduce high oil consumption and its destructive effects., Hydraulic pumps, Hydraulic motors, Directional valves, Valves, Wheel motors, Heat Exchangers, Cylinders, Seals, Hydraulic hoses, Oils, Identified cavitation and oil contamination as the main culprit for premature component failure., Reduced oil consumption by 10% and was highly acclaimed by Management.

Personal Information

Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Languages

English

Advanced (C1)

Shona