Nothando Mthimunye

Final year Honours Industrial Engineering student at the University of the Witwatersrand, specialising in process improvement, continuous improvement, and operations management. Experienced in applying Lean/Six Sigma principles, statistical quality tools, and engineering software to drive efficiency and solve complex problems. Demonstrated leadership through student governance, mentorship, and academic support roles.

A driven, detail oriented, and collaborative professional committed to delivering measurable impact in dynamic engineering environments.

First Year Experience (FYE) Mentor at University of the Witwatersrand (2026-02 – 2026-10)

• Mentored incoming first year Engineering students, supporting academic transition and improving retention outcomes through structured peer support

Volunteer Tutor – Academic Development Unit (ADU) at Academic Development Unit (ADU), Faculty of Engineering, Wits University (2023 – 2026-10)

• Tutored second year Engineering students across 5 modules in total from February to October 2026, closing learning gaps and improving student performance
• Coordinated tutoring sessions and academic workshops to improve student integration and performance

Part Time Mathematics & Science Tutor at Alex Benjamin Secondary School (2023-01 – 2023-02)

• Delivered one on one and group tutoring in Mathematics and Physical Sciences for Grade 10 to 12 learners, improving exam readiness

School Council Member at University of the Witwatersrand (Present)

• Elected student representative collaborating with faculty and administration to advocate for student interests and drive academic improvements

Netball Team Captain

• Led team coordination, training scheduling, and player motivation in a high performance competitive environment

BSc Honours in Industrial Engineering – University of the Witwatersrand (2021)

National Senior Certificate (Matric) – Kwazamokuhle Secondary School (2020)