Leon Du Plessis
LIFTING MACHINE INSPECTOR
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About
Qualified and Experienced Lifting Machine Inspector (LMI) with a strong background in servicing, repairing, inspecting, and load testing overhead cranes, lifting tackle, chain blocks, lever hoists and heavy-duty Lifting equipment. Skilled in applying DMR 18, SANS10375:2018, and SANS 500:2023 requirements. Over 40 years of Mechanical, Fitting, Turbine, Compressor and Crane Experience across PowerStation, Engineering Facilities, and Industrial sites
Experience
Lifting Machine Inspector - Mpumalanga Crane Services
(2016)
- Performed servicing, repairs, thorough inspections, and load testing of overhead cranes according to DMR 18 and SANS 10375:2018
- Conducted inspections, servicing, repairs, and load testing of chain blocks and lever hoists according to SANS 500:2023
- Identified defects, structural issues, and non-conformances and recommended corrective actions
- Completed inspection reports, load test certificates, and compliance documentation
- Ensured all lifting equipment met statutory and safety requirements
- Worked across industrial plants, workshops, and high-risk operational environments
Maintenance Fitter → Crane Technician → LMI - Rotek Engineering – Rosherville (ESKOM Group) - Rosherville
(1985 - 2016)
- Started as a maintenance turbine fitter, working at multiple power stations until 1993
- Transitioned to servicing and maintaining air compressors across all power stations (1993–1999)
- Joined the newly formed Rotek Crane Department in 1999, beginning long-term crane specialization
- Registered as an LMI in 2008
- Refurbished major lifting equipment, including:
- Four 75/15-ton overhead cranes
- Two 15-ton cranes
- One 325-ton crane
- Performed inspections, repairs, upgrades, and functional testing on heavy-duty lifting machinery
- Supervised semi-skilled contractors during refurbishment and repair projects
- Took early retirement in 2016
Apprentice → Qualified Fitter & Turner - Vecor Engineering/ISCOR
(1974 - 1985-07)
I’ve built a strong foundational experience in mechanical fitting, maintenance, and engineering operations
- Began apprenticeship in 1973
- Completed compulsory military service and annual 3-month camps for ten years
- Qualified as a Fitter and Turner in 1978
- Worked at Vecor until 1981, then moved to ISCOR until July 1985
Education
Std 7 ( today’s grade 9 ) - TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL CAREL DE WET (1971 - 1974)
National Technical Certficate- Part 1 - VAAL TRIANGLE COLLEGE
