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Summary
Dedicated Plant Maintenance Engineer with over 6 years of experience specializing in plant maintenance, reliability engineering, and project management. Proven track record of enhancing plant efficiency and implementing robust maintenance strategies, seeking to contribute to operational excellence and reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Maintenance and Projects Engineer
ZFC Limited
09.2019 - Current
- Oversaw new plant installation and maintenance projects for my designated factory
- Gained extensive experience in maintenance management and reliability engineering
- Appointed Responsible person for machinery at Aspindale and Msasa
- Mechanical Engineering Design in AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS
- Oversaw compliance with safety standards as the designated Responsible Person for Msasa Factory, enhancing operational safety protocols
- Participated in capital projects from concept to completion, providing reliability expertise during design reviews and equipment selection processes.
- Conducted regular reviews of maintenance procedures and practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Increased equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance strategies and root cause analysis techniques.
- Improved asset availability through effective use of predictive maintenance tools and methodologies.
- Led a team of 15 maintenance professionals, achieving a 20% improvement in mean time between failure (MTBF) and a 10% reduction in mean time to repair (MTTR) over a 12-month period
- Ensured plant meets all government, legal and statutory requirements
- Implemented Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify potential failure modes, resulting in a 30% reduction in unscheduled downtime
- Applied vibration analysis and thermography as part of condition monitoring techniques, enhancing early detection of equipment issues, and improving asset reliability
- Leveraged advanced statistical analysis to interpret equipment performance data, which informed the development of a predictive maintenance program that reduced downtime by 40%
- Drove Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment within the engineering section ensuring ZERO harm culture is maintained and sustained
- Collaborated with production and quality control teams to streamline maintenance processes, resulting in a 15% increase in overall equipment effectiveness.
- Mentored junior engineers in industry best practices to enhance their skills and contribute to overall team success.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members by organizing workshops focused on cutting-edge engineering trends and technologies.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations for recurring issues in completed projects; implemented corrective actions to prevent recurrence moving forward.
- Reduced downtime by optimizing spare parts inventory management and streamlining procurement processes.
- Enhanced plant performance with thorough risk assessments, identifying potential failures and mitigating their impacts.
- Optimized equipment life cycles by performing regular inspections, monitoring performance trends, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
- Developed engineering solutions for complex technical problems, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.
Graduate Trainee Mechanical Engineer
ZFC Limited
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Completed a structured 24-month graduate development program that saw me get exposure to all facets of fertilizer manufacturing, primarily in the maintenance and projects section in the manufacturing department
- Undertook several projects including various plant modifications that improved overall plant efficiency
- Designed a control system for the fertilizer plant that was left off at the implementation stage
- Actively involved in the planning, execution, and supervision of the Msasa Plant engineering teams in the execution of maintenance work and projects, while in the planning office
- Worked on designing out spillages incurred via material handling machinery, the intention is to eliminate all forms of material spillage that occur during production, boosting manufacturing efficiency
- Designed and installed material handling systems that reduced excessive dust creation within the plant at transfer points, obtaining a 20% reduction in observable dust at points
- Assisted in the running of the maintenance section via planning, resourcing, and doing research projects for the department
- Participated in various plant condition monitoring exercises, such as tribology, vibration analysis, and thermography for mobile and fixed plants
- Used Root cause analysis, 5why, fishbone analysis/ 5M1D (Man, method, machine, material, and design) to fish out plant problems and effectively remove failure modes from equipment
- Developed an excel-based maintenance management system that improved maintenance management, increasing mean time between failures by at least 50% plant-wide
- Determined standard times for processes, downtime, and scheduled preventive maintenance to keep production lines operational, hence achieving daily production targets.
- Developed strong analytical skills through conducting research and analyzing data for various projects.
- Strengthened presentation capabilities by delivering informative project updates to supervisors and peers.
- Enhanced communication skills through frequent interactions with colleagues, supervisors, and clients across various departments.
- Expanded technical expertise by attending workshops, seminars, and networking events relevant to the industry.
Apprentice Boilermaker
Mimosa Mining Company
08.2008 - 12.2012
- Worked as a trainee boilermaker at Mimosa Mining Company, one of the largest platinum mining companies in Zimbabwe
- Gained invaluable exposure to engineering in a mining setup, working in various sections of the mine including the main processing plant and underground
- Carried out processing plant maintenance, repair of structural steel, and pipe work
- Undertook conveyor structure fabrication and installation for underground material handling systems
- Carried out fabrication and maintenance work on crushing plant material handling equipment
- Worked extensively in all sections of the mine in the engineering department, learning and applying practical fabrication engineering concepts
- Worked on various maintenance and new installation projects under mentorship and subsequently undertook tasks independently.
- Sharpened skills in welding techniques for stronger boiler structures and improved durability.
- Gained proficiency in various cutting methods, streamlining fabrication processes for timely project completion.
- Collaborated with experienced boilermakers, absorbing knowledge and refining technical skills for future job opportunities.
- Completed required classroom training as part of apprenticeship program, enhancing theoretical knowledge of the trade.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on diverse projects within the industrial sector throughout the apprenticeship period.
Education
Master Of Technology - Industrial Automation
Harare Institute of Technology
Harare, Zimbabwe06.2025
Bachelor of Technology Honors Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering -
Harare Institute of Technology
Harare, Zimbabwe01.2017
National Certificate in Fabrication Engineering -
Masvingo Polytechnic college
Masvingo, Zimbabwe01.2010
Skills
- Mechanical Engineering Design in AUTOCAD, SOLIDWORKS
- Design codes, EN 13445, ASME BPV, PD 5500
- Failure analysis and corrective actions
- Reliability analysis and modelling
- Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
- Statistical analysis and data interpretation
- Asset management and lifecycle analysis
- Quality control and process improvement
- Failure reporting and tracking systems
- Project management using Microsoft projects
- Willingness to learn
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork
- Self-starter
- Resilient
- Engineering Design
- Scope Definition
- Stakeholder Management
- Asset Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Vibration analysis
- Condition Monitoring
- Reliability Centered Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Failure Mode Analysis
- Automation tools
- Prototype Development
- FEA and failure analysis
Communityexperience
- Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers, Harare, Zimbabwe, 08/2019, Present
- St David's Anglican Church Nketa, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 01/2006, 08/2008
References
Referees available on request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Rugby
- Soccer
- Cricket
Certification
- Positive Skill assessment for Production or Plant Engineer ANZSCO 233513 Engineers Australia June 2024
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsAffiliations
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- Engineers Australia
- Engineering New Zealand
- Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers
Software
Soliworks
Matlab
SAP PM
Microsoft Dynamics Nav
Office 365
Microsoft Projects
Timeline
Assistant Maintenance and Projects Engineer
ZFC Limited
09.2019 - Current
Graduate Trainee Mechanical Engineer
ZFC Limited
08.2017 - 08.2019
Apprentice Boilermaker
Mimosa Mining Company
08.2008 - 12.2012
Master Of Technology - Industrial Automation
Harare Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Technology Honors Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering -
Harare Institute of Technology
National Certificate in Fabrication Engineering -
Masvingo Polytechnic college
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