
Tsholofelo Jane Sithole
Trade Tested Electrician
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About
I am a qualified and trade-tested electrician with a strong technical foundation in electrical installations, maintenance, and fault-finding across project-based environments. I am detail-oriented, ambitious, and approach all tasks with professionalism, responsibility, and a strong commitment to safety and quality standards. I work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing positively to project execution and meeting deadlines with precision.
With a proactive, solutions-driven mindset, I apply my practical skills and technical knowledge to support efficient project delivery. I am eager to grow within an engineering-focused organisation, where I can further develop my expertise while contributing meaningfully to high-quality electrical solutions.
Experience
Electrical Assistant at Mellow Electrical and Projects (2024-04 – 2025-04)
Assisted in identifying electrical faults, troubleshooting, and installation of electrical systems.
- Assist in identifying electrical faults and troubleshooting
- Observe and learn testing procedures (continuity, insulation, earth leakage)
- Help replace faulty electrical components under supervision
- Report any faults or unsafe conditions to the supervisor
- Assist qualified electricians with electrical installations on site
- Help with conduit bending, trunking, cable tray installation, and cable pulling
- Support installation of switches, sockets, light fittings, and DB boards
- Assist with basic cable terminations under supervision
Electrical Apprentice at Agricultural Research Council (2022-03 – 2023-03)
Assisted in the installation of electrical systems in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings and performed maintenance tasks.
- Assist in the installation of electrical systems in residential, commercial, or industrial buildings
- Help with wiring outlets, light fixtures, circuit breakers, transformers, and electrical control systems
- Follow diagrams and blueprints to install electrical systems accurately
- Perform maintenance tasks on existing electrical systems, identifying and repairing faulty components such as breakers, fuses, switches, and wiring
- Learn how to troubleshoot electrical problems by diagnosing issues with wiring, circuits, and electrical equipment
Learnership as Assistant Electrician at DPI Plastics (2017-01 – 2018-03)
Assisted with the installation of electrical systems, components, and equipment within the manufacturing facility.
- Help with the installation of electrical systems, components, and equipment, such as wiring, conduits, lighting, and circuit breakers within the DPI Plastics facility
- Follow blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure accurate installation
- Assist in conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems, machinery, and equipment
- Identify potential issues in wiring, circuits, and equipment, and report them to the supervising electrician for further action
- Help in the laying and installation of electrical cables and conduit systems within the manufacturing plant
- Assist in the proper organisation and routing of wiring to ensure a safe and efficient electrical setup
Education
Trade Test (Electrician) RED SEAL in Electrical – Nomanzi Trade College (2024 – 2024)
L1-L3 Electrical (HEAVY CURRENT) in Electrical – Tshwane South College (2022 – 2022)
N3-N5 in Electrical Engineering – Orbit FET College (2013 – 2013)
Certificate in Cooperative Development – University of Pretoria (2014 – 2014)
Matric in General Education – Soshanguve High School (2010 – 2010)

