Lifa Vilane

Technically experienced electrical and maintenance professional with 10+ years of practical experience in industrial, production and electrical environments. Experienced in preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment inspections, breakdown support, electrical fault finding, testing and commissioning. Strong practical knowledge of electrical equipment, industrial machinery, hand tools, testing equipment, equipment isolation and safe maintenance practices.

Experienced working with maintenance teams and artisans to identify equipment problems, restore equipment availability and minimise downtime. Safety-conscious, reliable and adaptable, with experience working in operational environments and supporting multidisciplinary technical teams.

Service Technician – Test Department - NERM APPLICATION AND TESTING

(2019-08)

• Perform electrical testing, inspection and maintenance-related activities on electrical equipment.
• Inspect equipment to identify defects, abnormal conditions and potential failures.
• Conduct fault finding and technical investigations to determine equipment problems.
• Record test results, defects, observations and technical findings accurately.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation following testing and inspection activities.
• Support technical teams in resolving equipment-related problems and returning equipment to service.

Test Technician – Distribution Division - IMBAWULA TECHNICAL SERVICES

(2016-07 - 2019-07)

• Performed testing and inspection of electrical distribution equipment.
• Assisted with electrical fault finding, troubleshooting and equipment investigations.
• Supported planned and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assisted technical teams with electrical testing, maintenance and commissioning.
• Identified equipment defects and abnormal operating conditions and reported corrective requirements.
• Assisted with equipment restoration following maintenance and testing.
• Maintained technical records and test documentation.
• Followed safety, isolation and housekeeping requirements.

Technician in Training – Distribution - CITY POWER JOHANNESBURG

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

• Supported electrical maintenance and distribution activities under supervision.
• Assisted with inspections, testing, fault finding and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Gained practical exposure to transformers, substations, switchgear, cables and distribution networks.
• Supported planned and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assisted technical teams during breakdowns and electrical restoration activities.
• Applied electrical safety, isolation and safe-working procedures.
• Assisted with testing, commissioning and maintenance documentation.

In-Service Trainee P1/P2 – Energy - CITY POWER JOHANNESBURG

(2012-04 - 2013-07)

• Assisted technical personnel with electrical inspections, testing and maintenance.
• Supported equipment checks and basic fault identification.
• Gained practical exposure to electrical systems and equipment in a utility environment.
• Assisted with technical documentation and maintenance activities.
• Followed workplace safety and operational procedures.

Mechanician – Engineering - CONSOL GLASS

(2011-09 - 2012-04)

• Supported engineering and maintenance activities in a production environment.
• Assisted with production equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Participated in equipment inspections and identification of abnormal conditions.
• Supported maintenance personnel during breakdown and corrective maintenance.
• Assisted with routine maintenance activities.
• Followed safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Worked as part of a multidisciplinary engineering and maintenance team.

National Diploma - Electrical Engineering - Tshwane University of Technology (2013)

Engineering Studies - NQF Level 4 - Ekurhuleni East College (2011)

Grade 12 / Matric - Springs Boys High School (2004)