Michael Ndlovu
Technical Manager
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About
Accomplished Technical Manager with extensive experience spanning technical support, installation, and senior technical roles within the fire and security sector. Demonstrated expertise in leading teams and driving quality assurance, compliance, and integration of complex systems including HVAC, sprinkler, and access control. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive site surveys, estimate project costings, and ensure adherence to SANS 10139 compliance standards.
Career focus is on delivering operational excellence and technical leadership in professional services environments.
Experience
Technical Director - Celsius Fire and Security - Kempton Park
(2020-01)
Technical Support on various systems listed below. Managing and planning of daily tasks for Technical teams. Ordering equipment and track jobs expenditure and provide reports directly to the CEO. Bridging the gap between senior management and workforce.
Mentoring and training Senior Technicians on programming/installations and/or fault finding. Making sure that installation standards are followed and guiding Technical staff to implement on a daily basis on installations or maintenances. Attend client meetings and provide seamless feedback to management.
Creating SLA works with existing and new clients. Manage a fleet of vehicles and track usage.
- Drax Amx 360 on Advanced and Ziton Systems
- Advanced MXPRO Range
- Ziton Range
- Kidde Excellence
- Bosch FPA 5000/1200
- Aritech FP Range
- ASSD
- FGD UV/IR Detection
- Beam Detection
- Protectowire Linear Heat
- Global Fire
- Patol Transit Detection
- Conventional Systems
- Fire Detection Networking [Fibre and Copper]
- Gas Suppression Systems
Senior Technician - Omega Fire and Security - Ormonde
(2011-01 - 2016-12)
- Managed a group of technicians and provided technical assistance
- Oversee several projects and maintenance contracts
Technical Support - HD Fire - Pretoria
(2017-01 - 2019-08)
- Assisted project managers in programming various types of Fire panels
- Managed installation teams and made sure that project timelines were met
- Commissioning and handing over of completed projects
Installer Technician - Nessfire - Midrand
(2008-01 - 2011-12)
- Led installation of fire detection systems across several commercial sites, ensuring full compliance with safety regulations
Education
Grade 11 - Luhlaza High School (1999-01 - 2004-12)
