Sello Lekwatsipa

Qualified Fitter and Turner with hands-on experience in the pump and manufacturing industry. Skilled in installation, maintenance, stripping, rebuilding, and repair of submersible pumps, rotating equipment, shafts, bearings, and mechanical components. Experienced in precision fitting, fault finding, preventive maintenance, and production line operations.

Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, lathes, and workshop equipment. Strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, minimizing downtime, and maintaining 5S workplace standards.

Pump Fitter | Fitter and Turner Apprentice - Goodwin Submersible Pumps - Edenvale

(2022-09)

• Completed apprenticeship and qualified as a Fitter and Turner
• Install, maintain, and repair submersible pump systems (ANZE, HNZD, DWH NZE models)
• Strip and rebuild pump shafts and rotating equipment
• Assemble and build rotating shafts and pump components to precise tolerances
• Fit, remove, inspect, and replace different types of bearings
• Perform bearing alignment and mechanical fitting work
• Work extensively with hand tools and power tools for fitting and maintenance tasks
• Install, inspect, and replace bearings, seals, and mechanical components
• Perform cable building, AMPCOs, and pump cable setups
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to reduce downtime
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs
• Perform pressure testing (flow, voltage, kilowatt measurements)
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and perform basic rigging
• Operate lathes and carry out precision fitting work
• Complete job cards, maintenance reports, and service documentation
• Follow strict safety procedures and apply 5S workplace organization principles

Replenishment Learner - Givaudan

(2022-05 - 2022-08)

• Supplied raw materials to the production line using SAP systems
• Pumped raw materials into farm tanks for processing
• Maintained continuous production flow through efficient replenishment
• Followed strict food safety, hygiene, and quality control standards
• Maintained clean and organized workspaces using 5S principles

General Assembler - Ferre

(2022-01 - 2022-03)

• Worked on a production line assembling gas and electric stoves
• Used hand and power tools for assembly and adjustments
• Ensured products met quality standards and production targets
• Assisted with general workshop and manufacturing duties

Qualified Fitter and Turner - Trade Test - ATTC (2024)

N2 - Electrical Engineering & Industrial Electronics - Denver College (2024)

N1–N5 - Mechanical Engineering (Fitting & Turning) - Tshwane North College (2018)

Matric - Grade 12 - Ramoshidi Technical High School (2016)