Katlego Phala

I am a qualified Mechanical fitter Artisan/Semi-skilled Toolmaker who is eager for success and willing to go an extra mile for my career. I have experience in OEM automotive manufacturing and Power Station industry. My aim is to gain as much knowledge as I possibly can within the industry, to enhance my planning and implementation of skills to grow my career and align my goals to that of the organization.

By bringing in new energy, commitment, dedication and discipline in completing the task assigned to me with efficiency and accuracy will definitely be a great asset to the organization.

Mechanical Technician (Fitter) at Cox Abangoa KHI_SOLAR ONE (2024-08 – Present)

• Service, Maintenance optimum availability and reliability, Troubleshoot Compressors
• Overhaul different types of pumps
• Assemble
• Set float
• Alignment and commissioning
• Vibration tests
• Maintenance
• Overhaul different types of valves
• Set mechanical stop
• Stroke check

Turbine Fitter at Eskom Rotek Industries, Arnot Power Station (2024-01 – 2024-07)

• Assembled and installed components of gas turbines, ensuring precise alignment and efficient operation of equipment.
• Conducted routine inspections and performed preventative maintenance on turbines to identify and address potential issues, resulting in improved reliability and extended equipment lifespan.
• Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex turbine problems, utilizing technical expertise and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Assisted in the commissioning and testing of newly installed turbines, conducting comprehensive performance evaluations to verify compliance with design specifications and industry standards.

Assistant Toolmaker at Mssl Global RSA (2019-11 – 2023-09)

• Strip and assemble Injection Moulds according to PM plan.
• Provide input and support to ensure all preventative, predictive, breakdown maintenance in all molding, production and tooling department.
• Assist engineering changes where TIG welding and grinding is necessary.
• Able to do Arch welding and CO2.
• Able to operate a centre lathe and milling machine.
• Dismantling any type of tool with regards to its drawings and specifications.
• Have sound knowledge injection molding machines. Core programming and safe tool removal or insert changes.
• Concept of Hydraulic and Pneumatic on sequential gates.
• Maintaining tools to relevant intervals and caring for each individual mold needs and requirements.
• Assist production in the molding department on improvement ideas and on breakdowns.
• Tracking all mold maintenance schedules for relevant PM's
• Using overhead cranes and rigging equipment to open molds up to 50 TONS.
• Check and verify assembled parts.
• Ensure that parts are assembled in accordance to safe work instructions.
• Kaizen and 5S initive.

Semi-skilled Fitter and Welder at Mssl Global RSA (2019-01 – 2019-10)

• Coupling Alignments.
• Maintenance on Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
• Assemblies.
• Maintenance on lubrication systems.
• Mechanical maintenance of compressed air distribution systems.
• Fabricating and Modifying jigs.
• Maintenance on welding equipment's.
• General work as a team member

Trade Test in Mechanical Fitter – Automotive Industry Development Trade Test Center (2023 – 2023)

NQF Level 2 in Mechanical Fitting – Automotive Industry Development Center (2018 – 2018)

N2 in Mechanical Fitting and Maching Theory – Tshwane South Tvet College (2017 – 2017)

N1 in Mechanical Fitting and Maching Theory – Tshwane South Tvet College (2015 – 2015)

Matric in Grade 12 – Pretoria Technical High School (2014 – 2014)