Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Accomplishments
Certification
About Me
Timeline
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Siyabonga Maphumulo

Siyabonga Maphumulo

Velsen-Noord

Summary

Mechanical Technician with extensive experience in equipment maintenance and repair. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and reliability across diverse mechanical systems. Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving, with a strong commitment to safety and precision.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical technician rotating

Linde Gas Ijmuiden productie plant
06.2025 - Current
  • Solving malfunctions independently if not carried out by contractors and executing small projects; carrying out emergency repairs
  • I am responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of valves, rotating equipment and static equipment (more extensive repairs at scheduled times (dismantling/assembly, replacing parts, adjusting parts)
  • Guidance of contractors in carrying out work and checking work performed (inspecting work carried out by third parties)
  • Maintenance and troubleshooting of larger rotating machines and pumps is part of my roles: connecting, testing, commissioning and decommissioning equipment as well as assembling and dismantling rotating parts. Testing equipment after replacement
  • I am making suggestions to manager for improvement of technical situations as well as preparing the execution of orders in the workshop, making and processing parts using various hand tools/tool machines
  • Rotating Mechanical Technician in Netherlands, Ijmuiden

Mechanical Fitter

Safripol
12.2022 - 05.2025
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Lubrication on all rotating equipment
  • Conduct mechanical maintenance work on all plant machinery.
  • Complete PPM Schedules as per craft assignment
  • Do fault finding and repairs on mechanical breakdowns.
  • Workshop Mechanical fitter

Mechanical Supervisor

Lovemore Bros (Sappi and Toyota Safripol Contractor)
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Supervising mechanical Assistants on the Field
  • Record and submit time cards and job cards
  • Machinery installation
  • Rigging
  • Machinery Alignment
  • Mechanical Supervisor (At Sappi Ngodwana, Toyota, Safripol)

Rotating Equipment Fitter

Grenaker LTA (Sapref Contractor)
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Reduction Gearbox overhauling
  • PD and Centrifugal Pumps overhauling
  • Turbine Overhauling
  • Rotating Equipment Pressure Testing

Truck Mechanic (Intern)

Chester Meat Wholesale
03.2021 - 04.2021
  • Gearbox overhaul
  • Clutch installation
  • Air Brake System
  • Engine overhaul
  • Mechanical Intern Level position in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, Prospecton

Mechanical Fitter (Apprentice)

Shell and BP SA Petroleum Refinery
02.2017 - 05.2020
  • Use workshop equipment such as milling machines, lathes, etc.
  • Set and adjust machine tools and equipment.
  • Disassemble and/or assemble large rotational mechanical components and equipment to meet required specifications.
  • Position and install mechanical plant and equipment and record measurements using precision measurements equipment.
  • Heat bolts for stretching and record all relevant measurements.
  • Ensure compliance with OFS's & the customer's Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures.
  • Complete necessary Health and Safety Forms.
  • Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures including use of personal protective equipment.
  • Apprenticeship Student / Graduate position in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, Prospecton

Education

N Diploma N2-N6 - Mechanical Engineering

coastal tvet college
11.2016

Certificate - Marketing

Coastal Kzn College
11.2012

Grade 12 / Matric - undefined

Isolemamba Secondary School
11.2008

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
  • SAP specialist
  • BMS capabilities
  • Academic skill enhancement
  • Mathematics and science education
  • Part-time lecturer in mechanical engineering
  • Mechanical fitting training facilitation
  • Technical competencies
  • Maintenance of pumps and compressors
  • Condition monitoring strategies
  • Shaft alignment techniques

Languages

English
Zulu

References

  • Dion, Badenhorst, Former Workshop Engineer At Sapref, +27832924769
  • Sylvia, Nduku, Mechanical Facilitator at Sapref, +27815516862
  • Julie, Nel, Former Mechanical Manager at Lovemore bros, +27781158017

Accomplishments

  • Top Student in Marketing (2010 to 2012)
  • Top Student on N3 Mathematics and Engineering Science N4 (2015-2016)
  • Certificate of Excellence in 2017 Sapref Turnaround

Certification

VCA/VOL European Safety Diploma

About Me

  • Wenchebackstraat, 1, Velsen-Noord, Netherlands, 1951JZ
  • South Africa Citizen, ID 9111145515082
  • C1 – Drivers Licence
  • 33 yrs African Male with no disability

Timeline

Mechanical technician rotating

Linde Gas Ijmuiden productie plant
06.2025 - Current

Mechanical Fitter

Safripol
12.2022 - 05.2025

Mechanical Supervisor

Lovemore Bros (Sappi and Toyota Safripol Contractor)
05.2022 - 10.2022

Rotating Equipment Fitter

Grenaker LTA (Sapref Contractor)
05.2021 - 03.2022

Truck Mechanic (Intern)

Chester Meat Wholesale
03.2021 - 04.2021

Mechanical Fitter (Apprentice)

Shell and BP SA Petroleum Refinery
02.2017 - 05.2020

N Diploma N2-N6 - Mechanical Engineering

coastal tvet college

Certificate - Marketing

Coastal Kzn College

Grade 12 / Matric - undefined

Isolemamba Secondary School

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