Quiwin Nortje

Performed routine inspections and functional tests on fire safety equipment to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborated with safety officers and facility management to develop fire safety protocols and emergency response plans. Driving to sites to service hosereels, fire extinguishers and hydrants

SAQCC Fire Technician at Bayteck (2025-08 – Present)

• Performed routine inspections and functional tests on fire safety equipment to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborated with safety officers and facility management to develop fire safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Driving to sites to service hosereels, fire extinguishers and hydrants
• Completing fire registers
• Ensured accurate documentation and reporting of all fire safety inspections and maintenance activities in compliance with SAQCC standards
• Regular tools inspections
• Regular vehicle inspections
• Installation of new fire extinguishers hose reels and signage
• Organised and maintained stock inventory of fire safety equipment, ensuring timely availability for installations and replacements.
• Trained site personnel on proper use and basic maintenance of fire safety equipment to improve emergency preparedness across client locations.

Groundsmen at Observatory Forensic Pathology institute (2022-12 – 2024-03)

• Maintained grounds to a high standard across various sites in Cape Town, including mowing, trimming, and landscaping tasks.
• Operated and maintained groundskeeping equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems efficiently and safely.
• Conducted regular inspections of grounds for hazards, reporting and addressing maintenance issues promptly.
• Assisted with planting and nurturing of trees, shrubs, and flower beds to enhance aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability.
• Collaborated with property managers to schedule and prioritise maintenance tasks around site-specific requirements and weather conditions.
• Managed waste disposal and recycling related to grounds maintenance activities to support environmental sustainability initiatives.

National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 – Cape Town college (2017-01 – 2019-11)