Phillip Sithole

Recently qualified as an artisan fitter and turner with three years of apprenticeship experience in mechanical engineering. Focused in precision fitting, pump assembly and disassembly, maintenance of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Proven ability to enhance mechanical system performance through effective maintenance practices and workplace safety measures.

Strong technical insights complemented by hands-on training and theoretical knowledge, ready to support maintenance teams in optimizing operations.

Apprentice Fitter And Turner - Department Of Public Works And ainfrastructure

(2025-03 - 2026-03)

• Managed lathe machine operations ensuring high levels of precision.
• Implemented precision grinding techniques on metal parts to secure exact dimensions, improving components, interchangeability and lowering assembly rework.
• Assembling pumps
• Disassembling pumps
• Using chain blocks to heavy pumps
• Removal of pumps to exchange worn elements.
• Submerged arc welding.
• Assembling and managing hydraulic press operations.
• Resolving issues with submersible pump blockages
• Assisting artisans with the removal of pumps from the basement station
• Assisting artisans with maintenance of pumps
• Safety in work environment.

Apprentice fitter and turner - Mayfair gearbox

(2024-10 - 2025-01)

• Assisting with sandblasting for torque convertors
• Assisting with fitting gearboxes (manual and automatic)
• Assisting with removals of gearboxes from specific vehicles
• Cutting torque convertors using lathe machine
• Assisting artisan with CO2 welding

Apprentice - Alpha Technical Training Centre

(2024-04 - 2024-07)

• Ensured operational accuracy by installing and calibrating equipment, while maintaining safety compliance through apprenticeship tasks.
• Enhanced system reliability by testing and troubleshooting effectively minimizing downtime in the learning environment.
• Reduced risks by strictly following safety protocols, ensuring a secure working environment.
• Boosted operational readiness by configuring and troubleshooting mechanical systems during training exercises, decreasing learner error rates.
• Facilitated hands-on skill acquisition by assembling complex mechanical components for training modules that increased learner engagement.
• Improved accuracy of training resources by documenting technical procedures during equipment setup for future apprentices.

Trade - Trade Test Statement - Alpha Technical Training Centre (2026)

Mechanical Engineering - Tshwane South Tvet College (2020 - 2023)

Matric - Grade 12 - Modilati Secondary School (2014 - 2019)