Zitha Sidlayi

Experienced and highly skilled Maintenance Welder with more than 10 years' experience in industrial, manufacturing, and plant environments. Specialised in TIG, MIG, and Argon welding, structural steel fabrication, fitting and turning, boiler-making, and general plant maintenance.

Maintenance Welder (TIG & MIG Welding) - Eveready Brick and Block KZN - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

(2021-01 - 2024-12)

• Performed TIG and MIG welding on production machinery, structural steel, and plant equipment, conducted preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs to reduce downtime.
• Fabricated, installed, and repaired steel components according to engineering drawings
• Maintained conveyors, frames, brackets, piping systems, and production support equipment

Artisan Fitter - Lanxess Energizing Chemistry - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

(2017-06 - 2018-12)

• Executed fitting, welding, and mechanical maintenance tasks in a chemical processing plant, Assisted with plant shutdowns, installations, and routine maintenance
• Worked according to permits, safety procedures, and engineering specifications

Argon Welder / Boiler Maker / Supervisor - Shoreline Beverages - Durban

(2016-05 - 2016-12)

• Performed argon welding and boiler-making on industrial plant equipment
• Supervised welding activities and monitored quality of workmanship, supported maintenance teams during operational and breakdown repairs.

Arc Welder, Fitting & Turning Artisan - Simunye Engineering & Fabrication - Durban Umlilo

(2013-08 - 2013-12)

Reason for Leaving: Contract Completion

• Fabrication and installation of steel structures, Fitting and turning of mechanical components, Welding in accordance with drawings and technical specifications.

Maintenance Artisan - A5 Group and Holdings - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

(2011-08 - 2013-12)

Reason for Leaving: Contract Completion

• General plant maintenance including welding, fitting, and machinery servicing
• Maintenance of conveyors, turning machines, and air-conditioning units

Fitting & Turning Certificate - KZN Coastal FET College (Swinton Campus) (2010-01 - 2010-12)

G.T.A.W – Argon Plate Structural (Professional Qualification) - KZN School of Welding and Training Centre (2014-01 - 2014-12)

Computer Skills & Life Skills Certificate - Deprived Youth Service (2019-01 - 2019-12)