Edward Nkosi

Dedicated and experienced Mining and Industrial Electrician with practical experience in underground mining, processing plants and industrial maintenance environments. Experienced in electrical fault finding, preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, installations and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems. Practical exposure includes electric motors, pumps, conveyors, screens, crushers, wash plants, gearboxes, generators, switchgear, electrical reticulation, control panels, transformers, PLC systems and variable speed drives.

Experienced in working safely in mining environments and applying risk assessment, toolbox talks and applicable Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with a practical understanding of both electrical and mechanical equipment. A hardworking team player who is able to work under pressure, respond to breakdowns, perform planned maintenance and contribute to safe and reliable operation of mining equipment.

Maintenance Electrician - AFRIMAT

(2022-02)

• Carry out preventative, planned and corrective electrical maintenance.
• Conduct electrical fault finding, diagnosis and repairs.
• Respond to electrical breakdowns and assist in restoring equipment to service.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, replace and install electrical equipment and components.
• Work on electric motors, pumps, control panels, distribution panels and transformers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot conveyor belt electrical systems.
• Work with variable speed drives (VSD/VFD).
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and control circuits.
• Install, connect, disconnect and terminate electrical power and signal cables.
• Conduct inspections of electrical equipment and identify potential faults.
• Assist with maintenance of processing and mining equipment.
• Apply preventative maintenance practices to reduce equipment downtime.
• Participate in toolbox talks and communicate safety requirements.
• Follow risk assessments, safe work procedures and mine safety requirements.
• Work as part of a maintenance team during planned maintenance and breakdowns.

Artisan Electrician - ATOLL MINING

(2020-10-20 - 2021-09-30)

Reason for Leaving: End of Contract

• Performed electrical maintenance and fault finding on mining and processing equipment.
• Conducted preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs.
• Worked on motors, pumps, control panels and distribution systems.
• Assisted with electrical installations and equipment replacement.
• Installed, connected and disconnected electrical cables.

Underground Electrical Maintenance – Contractor - HARMONY GOLD MINE

(2021-01 - 2022-01)

Contract Duration: Approximately 1 year

• Conducted underground electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Installed and maintained electrical switchgear.
• Worked on underground electrical reticulation systems.
• Conducted electrical fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Performed preventative maintenance on underground electrical equipment.
• Worked according to underground mining safety procedures.

Electrical / Plant Maintenance - DRDGOLD MINE – PROCESSING PLANT

(2018-01 - 2020-12)

• Performed electrical maintenance in a mining processing plant environment.
• Worked with pumps, electric motors and screens.
• Conducted preventative maintenance.
• Performed electrical fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Inspected, maintained and repaired electrical and mechanical components.
• Worked safely around rotating machinery and heavy industrial equipment.
• Assisted with maintenance activities to improve plant reliability.
• Gained practical experience with mining and mineral-processing equipment.

Grade 12 - MAGALE HIGH SCHOOL (2011)

N1 – N3 - Engineering Studies - CS BARLOW TVET COLLEGE (2017)