Sipho Dinga

Seasoned Fitter and Turner with nearly 30 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing, sugar, and mining industries. Proven expertise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems and components. A dependable and skilled tradesman with a deep understanding of plant operations, equipment safety, and mechanical fault diagnosis.

Highly adaptable and committed to delivering quality workmanship and minimising plant downtime. Now seeking a new opportunity where my extensive technical experience can contribute to operational excellence.

Mechanical Fitter at Assmang Manganese (2006 – 2025-05)

• Performed mechanical maintenance and repair on plant equipment.
• Responded to mechanical breakdowns and participated in scheduled shutdowns.
• Inspected and aligned rotating equipment such as pumps and motors.
• Ensured compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Supported production targets through effective maintenance practices.
• Maintenance and repair of Hydraulics and Pneumatics systems

Fitter Apprentice Fitter and Turner at Illovo Sugar, Eston (1996 – 2006)

• Maintained mechanical systems for sugar processing equipment.
• Carried out plant inspections, alignment, and replacement of worn parts.
• Supported factory operations during crushing seasons and maintenance periods.
• Maintenance and repair Hydraulics and Pneumatics systems
• Repaired pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and other key plant machinery.

Machine operator at Somta Tools, Pietermaritzburg (1995 – 1996)

Completed basic training in fitting and turning operations.

• Gained hands-on experience in machining, grinding, and precision measurements.
• Assisted in maintenance of production tools and small plant equipment.

Certificate in Fitting and Turning – South African Sugar Association (SASA) (1998)