Lucky Nyandu

Over 20 years of experience in mechanical engineering, facilities management, technical operations, and vocational education.

Qualified

Fitter and Turner with extensive exposure to HVAC systems, steam boilers, pumps, generators, CNC machining, and manufacturing processes. Strong experience in project management, tender administration, contractor supervision, maintenance planning, and compliance inspections. Experienced facilitator and technical trainer within the TVET education sector.

Sound understanding of occupational health and safety standards, SAMTRAC, labour legislation, and technical compliance. Excellent communication, leadership, administration, and problem-solving skills.

Facilitator – Fitter and Turner - Northlink TVET College – Wingfield Campus

(2025-06)

• Facilitate technical learning and practical workshop training for engineering students.
• Create and maintain a disciplined and conducive learning environment.
• Assess student performance and provide academic support.
• Deliver technical knowledge using modern teaching methodologies and technology.
• Support departmental administration and reporting requirements.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of workshop machinery and equipment.
• Mentor and guide students in practical engineering applications.

Chief Works Manager / Mechanical - National Department of Public Works

(2006-04 - 2017-05)

• Conducted inspections and condition assessments on freezer rooms and cold rooms, HVAC systems and air-conditioning units, steam boilers and calorifiers, centrifugal, submersible, and borehole pumps, standby generators and fire protection systems.
• Ensured statutory compliance and maintenance standards.
• Prepared Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and tender documentation.
• Managed contractor performance and project execution.
• Verified and certified contractor invoices within stipulated timelines.
• Conducted site inspections focusing on quality, budgets, and project compliance.
• Coordinated emergency maintenance responses for infrastructure failures.
• Monitored utility meter readings and maintenance priorities.
• Successfully managed multiple infrastructure maintenance projects.
• Improved contractor accountability and project turnaround times.
• Maintained compliance with safety and operational standards.

Fitter and Turner - Columbus Stainless

(2005-09 - 2006-03)

• Manufactured and refurbished mechanical components including shafts, couplings, and flanges.
• Performed breakdown maintenance and shutdown support.
• Assisted maintenance planning teams with tooling and spare part preparation.
• Replaced defective mechanical components during scheduled maintenance.

Aluminium Extrusions Die Corrector - Hydro Extrusions

(2003-09 - 2005-08)

• Conducted pre-inspections on new dies according to engineering drawings.
• Coordinated die-off trials and liaised with press supervisors.
• Ensured dies underwent proper processing and storage procedures.
• Participated in weekly safety meetings and incident reporting.
• Investigated defects and implemented mitigation strategies.
• Compiled monthly rejection reports and quality analyses.

CNC Machinist - Denel Aviation

(1999-09 - 2002-08)

• Set up CNC turret machinery according to engineering specifications.
• Created and adjusted CNC machine programs.
• Performed offset settings, radius compensation, and dimensional programming.
• Conducted first-off inspections for aircraft components.
• Modified cutting tools for specialized machining operations.
• Maintained high precision and quality standards in aerospace manufacturing.

Army Reserve Force Member - South African Army Reserve Force

(1997-05 - 2002)

• Participated in defence and peace support operations.
• Assisted civil authorities when required.
• Participated in fishery protection operations.
• Executed additional duties assigned by government authorities.

National Technical Certificate (N.T.C.) - Mechanical Engineering N5 - College of Cape Town (2026-04)

Assessor Course (2026-02)

Trade Test Certificate - Fitter & Turner (1999-08)

Business Management Diploma (2007-01)

SAMTRAC Certificate (2007-11)

Basic Labour Certificate (2007-11)

Facilities Management Qualification (2016-01)

Basic Military Training - Phase 1 to 3, Group 41 - Atlas Commando (1997 - 1999)