Anthony van der Merwe
Martinborough
Summary
Dynamic Senior Mechanic with extensive experience at MTS, excelling in advanced diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Proven track record in cost estimation and fleet management, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and customer satisfaction. Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and committed to quality control, driving efficiency and safety in all operations. Successful professional offers talents in customer relations, vehicle inspections and diagnostics. Trained in wide range of repair and maintenance actions. Works smoothly with team members and flexes easily with changing daily assignments. Skilled professional demonstrates abilities in troubleshooting and fixing problems within all vehicle systems. Adept at working quickly and accurately to repair, replace, or refurbish components. Proficient in maintaining records, updating logs and training employees.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Mechanic
MTS
Martinborough
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle service histories and repair activities.
- Developed cost estimates for various repair jobs based on labor costs, materials used.
- Performed road tests of vehicles after completing major repairs or overhauls.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Performed preventive maintenance procedures, such as oil changes, tune-ups and brake repairs.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Completed maintenance and repair work on components and equipment.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Tested completed repairs for proper performance before returning them to customers.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Maintenance/Technical Manager
J2K Group
08.2023 - Current
- Job scoping for technical decision making as to specialized equipment as per job
- Maintenance on vacuum and uhp equipment
- Manage fleet usage as per job request
- Implementation of new systems of improvement
- On site management for ongoing projects
- Equipment planning, purchasing and system controlled managing
- Direct line of communication to CEO
- Power of authority to run company best interest during absence of CEO
Director
HYDROTEST AND PROFESSIONAL PUMP SOLUTIONS
02.2019 - 05.2023
- Company Overview: The company was established whilst working at SMETJET AFRICA as to assist with all pressure test requirements
- Hydrostatic testing company based on pressure testing of vacuum tankers, gauges, all high-pressure piping including HDPE
- Manufacturing of high pressure units, trailer or skid mounted
- Repairs to vacuum trucks
- Repairs to high pressure/low pressure and centrifugal, self priming pumps
- The company was established whilst working at SMETJET AFRICA as to assist with all pressure test requirements
Workshop Manager
SMETJET AFRICA
06.2015 - 03.2021
- Repairs and maintenance to high pressure pumps
- Rewiring, fault finding
- Servicing and maintaining of fleet vehicles
- Repairs to vacuum units
- Boilermaking and welding on specific jobs
- Building of chemical units
- High pressure inspector (training in Belgium)
- On site supervisory duties
Mechanic
TMS
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Repairs and maintenance to high pressure pumps
- Rewiring, fault finding
- Servicing and maintaining of fleet vehicles
- Repairs to vacuum units
- Boilermaking and welding on specific jobs
Mechanical foreman
ROHR REIN CHEMIE
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Service and maintenance of all RRC fleet as well as trucks and trailers
- Maintenance of and roadworthy preparation of all vehicles: trailers, trucks
- Job planning and execution of work
- Purchasing and installation of spares
- Job card completion / quotations / job estimation
- Repairs / maintenance of HP machines pump and engine as well as manifolds
- Job on-site and off-site repairs / callout's
- Electrical troubleshooting and repairs - rewiring / installation of control boxes
- Job meetings and feedback to management
Sole Mechanical foreman
Mvelaserve cleaning services
03.2009 - 12.2011
- Maintenance and repairs of 12 units (Uhp, suhp and hp machines)
- Wiring of machines with full cut out systems
- Scheduled servicing and maintenance records done on all units
- Daily inspections with checklists created
- Revamps done with complete color changes for client satisfaction
- Using initiatives for repairs for cost effectivity
- 24 hr
- Permanent standby on all units incase of breakdowns
- Damage control on company vehicles and machinery
High pressure pump mechanic
TMS
05.2007 - 02.2009
- Wiring of machines, rewiring, selective wiring issues on trucks, vehicles etc
- Working on specified areas of vacuum trucks
- Working on MAN, Mercedes, Nissan and Toyota
- NLB, WOMA, Jetin, Titan, Kemfied specific pumps
- First aider level 1
Education
Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Biology, Geography, Science
Highveld Park High
Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa01.1999
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Engine rebuilding
- Diagnostic testing
- Preventive maintenance
- Cost estimation
- Customer service
- Fleet management
- Technical documentation
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Computer skills
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Automotive diagnostics
- Hazardous waste management
- Complete work orders
- Advanced diagnostics
- Fabrication techniques
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Diesel engines
- Quality control analysis
- Welding
Languages
- Afrikaans, Fluent
- English, Fluent
Hobbies and Interests
- Technology and developments
- Building up and repairing
- Electronics
- Creative alternative option building
- Active projects within my scope of work
Additional Studies
- A+ Certification, Secunda
- Supervisor/Forman course HDM
- SHERQ awareness certificate, DEKRA
- SHERQ - IRCA
- HIRA - IRCA
- Certified High Pressure Inspector (SIR)
- Red Seal Diesel Mechanic
- Savree Centrifugal Pumps
- Savree Engine Fundamentals
- Udemy Hydraulics Course
Personal Information
- ID Number: 8012275032081
- Dependents: 2
- Date of Birth: 12/27/80
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 08
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Mechanic
MTS
12.2024 - Current
Maintenance/Technical Manager
J2K Group
08.2023 - Current
Director
HYDROTEST AND PROFESSIONAL PUMP SOLUTIONS
02.2019 - 05.2023
Workshop Manager
SMETJET AFRICA
06.2015 - 03.2021
Mechanic
TMS
06.2014 - 07.2015
Mechanical foreman
ROHR REIN CHEMIE
01.2012 - 05.2014
Sole Mechanical foreman
Mvelaserve cleaning services
03.2009 - 12.2011
High pressure pump mechanic
TMS
05.2007 - 02.2009
Grade 12 - English, Afrikaans, Biology, Geography, Science
Highveld Park High
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