Mitchell Tapuwa Mbotshana
Summary
Experienced in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, contributing to enhanced fleet performance and minimized operational downtime. Led a team of technicians in executing routine maintenance, which improved workflow efficiency and upheld safety standards. Proficient in utilizing advanced diagnostic tools for troubleshooting mechanical issues, resulting in expedited repair processes and increased equipment reliability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Diesel Technician
ABC Auctions
Hwange, Zimbabwe
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime for fleet operations.
- Led a team of technicians in routine maintenance, enhancing workflow efficiency and promoting safety standards.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to troubleshoot mechanical issues, resulting in expedited repairs.
Field Service Technician
AUTECH SERVICES ZIMBABWE
Hwange, Zimbabwe
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues in the field, improving equipment reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on various machinery, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective troubleshooting procedures, enhancing service response times and efficiency.
Shift Lead
AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL POWER PROJECTS
Chitungwiza, Harare
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Coordinated resource allocation and scheduling, optimizing manpower utilization to meet project requirements effectively on a 200MW Diesel Powered Power Station
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
SERVICE CREW
AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL POWER PROJECTS
Chitungwiza, Harare
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, improving service speed and reducing wait times for Generator readiness
- Implemented best practices for safety and hygiene standards, contributing to a compliant and risk-free work environment.
Field Service Technician
AUTECH SERVICES ZIMBABWE
Hwange, Zimbabwe
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues in the field, improving equipment reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Disassembled defective machines for repair or replacement of parts.
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of equipment, including pumps, motors, valves, and other components.
Education
MOTOR VEHICLE MECHANICS CLASS ONE -
ZIMPLATS MINES
C.O.C. - Smart Crane Electro-Hydro-Pneumatics Operation
Zimplats Mines
06.2011 - 06.2011
NC DIESEL/PETROL MOTOR MECHANICS -
HARARE POLYTECH
O'LEVELS - 7 Subjects
Skills
- Diesel engine diagnostics
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Resource allocation
- Equipment reliability
- Diagnostic tools usage
- Generator maintenance
- Parts replacement
Personal Information
- ID Number: 08-837105-Y29
- Date of Birth: 04/22/87
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: ZIMBABWEAN
Academic Qualifications
7 O'Level Subjects
Other Certificates Skills
- LIEBHERR CRANE MAINTENANCE
- LIEBHERR CRANE OPERATION
- COUNTERBALANCE FORKLIFT LICENCE
- HEAVY TRUCK DRIVERS LICENCE (CLASS TWO)
- BELL DUMP TRUCK & LOADER OPERATION
- BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY (WORD, EXCEL ETC)
Exposure
Mining Industry/Power Generation Industry/Public Service/Private Sector
With the following:
- BOMAG COMPACTOR
- GROVE 40 TONNE CRANE
- HUSQVARNA LAWN MOWERS
- MASSEY FERGUSON TRACTORS
- NOBLE FORKLIFTS
- LIEBHERR LTM 1090-4.1 CRANE
- CUMMINS QSK60
- KTA50 G3 GENERATORS
- PERKINS GENERATORS
- JCB 540 FORKLIFT/LOADER
- LIEBHERR CRANE OPERATION/MAINTENANCE
- HEAVY TRUCK DRIVERS LICENCE
- VARIOUS MID SIZED TUCKS/BUSSES AND CARS
- BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY (WORD, EXCEL ETC)
- ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS
- MECHANICAL/HYDRAULIC/ELECTRICAL/PNEUMATIC TROUBLESHOOTING
- PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
- TEAM LEADERSHIP
References
Upon request
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Lead Diesel Technician
ABC Auctions
01.2020 - 10.2025
Field Service Technician
AUTECH SERVICES ZIMBABWE
11.2018 - 12.2019
Shift Lead
AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL POWER PROJECTS
01.2017 - 10.2018
SERVICE CREW
AGGREKO INTERNATIONAL POWER PROJECTS
06.2016 - 01.2017
Field Service Technician
AUTECH SERVICES ZIMBABWE
02.2015 - 06.2016
C.O.C. - Smart Crane Electro-Hydro-Pneumatics Operation
Zimplats Mines
06.2011 - 06.2011
MOTOR VEHICLE MECHANICS CLASS ONE -
ZIMPLATS MINES
NC DIESEL/PETROL MOTOR MECHANICS -
HARARE POLYTECH