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Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Bright Matiashe

Bright Matiashe

Electrician
Wairoa,HKB

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Electrician with extensive experience at AFFCO Wairoa Freezing Works. Proven track record in electrical troubleshooting and installation, enhancing system safety and reducing downtime. Skilled in wiring installation and mentoring apprentices, fostering a collaborative work environment while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrician

AFFCO Wairoa Freezing Works
01.2025 - Current
  • Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly.
  • Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
  • Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues in industrial machinery.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial electrical systems in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in the development of detailed equipment maintenance schedules that aligned with production timelines and resource availability.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment by adhering to strict safety guidelines and enforcing proper housekeeping practices.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Plcs trouble shooting and interfacing Siemens,Allan Bradley and Schnieder
  • Schematic diagrams reading and analysing
  • Electrical circuits drawing and reading including trouble shooting.
  • Ac and Dc drives installation and trouble shooting.
  • Connection and maintenance of electrical motors and accessories.
  • Temperature controllers and probes installation
  • Direct on line starters and star delta starters

Sequential starting and interlocking

Electrician

Extrastaff
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Assisted in training apprentice electricians, sharing knowledge, techniques, and best practices for success in the trade.
  • Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Conducted comprehensive load calculations to determine appropriate sizing for electrical circuits in residential applications.
  • Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.

Electrician

Lithotech Printing and Office Johannesburg
10.2021 - 10.2023
  • Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
  • Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
  • Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
  • Motor connections and wiring
  • Ac and Dc drives eg Danfoss,ABB,Schneider and Siemens
  • Plc Allan Bradely,Siemens,Schneider

Electrician

Lithotech Manufacturing Pinetown,
10.2018 - 10.2021
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Cable termination and connection
  • Maintenance on printing machines eg Graphas,compressors,pumps,uv drying systems
  • Motors dc and ac including drives
  • Changing bearings
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Planned maintenance

Senior Electrician

AmoPack Can Manufactures
11.2010 - 09.2017
  • Upgraded outdated wiring systems to comply with modern safety standards, preventing potential hazards.
  • Installation of new machines eg the new Crabtree Two Colour printing machine
  • Panel and distribution boards wiring
  • Cable running and termination including cable tray erection
  • Installation of high bay lighting
  • Planned and preventive maintenance
  • Planned and preventive maintenance
  • Training of apprentices and assisting some junior electricians
  • Worked on presses, syndronic side seam welding machines,flangers and seamers including slitters


Electrician

Zimbabwe Leaf Tobacco
01.1996 - 03.2003
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Plc Siemens S5
  • Ac drives eg Torspec
  • Ovens and temperature controllers
  • Coal fired boilers,conveyors,pumps,star delta starters and DOL starters

Education

GED -

Harare Institute Of Technology

Skills

  • Wiring installation
  • Electrical repairs
  • Electrical installation
  • Electrical troubleshooting

Accomplishments

  • Im proud to have been part of the electrical team that worked on the new threshing tobacco line in the year 1997 at the Zimbabwe Leaf Tobacco
  • I installed the the two colour printing machine at AmoPack Can Manufacturing Company
  • Worked at one of the biggest projects in recent years in New Zealand the City Rail Link as an installation electrician.
  • Maintenance/Repair - Repaired AC/DC circuits and multiple volt type 3-phase circuits.
  • Installation - Created documentation for installation process which increased staff efficiency 23%.
  • Managed a team of five to ten electricians.
  • Inspection - Inspected electrical systems, equipment and fixtures to identify safety hazards for replacement or repair.
  • Collaborated with team of ten in the development of Zimbabwe leaf tobacco
  • CRL New Zealand Auckland.
  • Managed a team of 5-10 electricians.

Certification

  • Class One Journeyman Electrician [Zimbabwe]
  • Fully Licensed Electrician [New Zealand]

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences

Timeline

Electrician

AFFCO Wairoa Freezing Works
01.2025 - Current

Electrician

Extrastaff
10.2023 - 01.2025

Electrician

Lithotech Printing and Office Johannesburg
10.2021 - 10.2023

Electrician

Lithotech Manufacturing Pinetown,
10.2018 - 10.2021

Senior Electrician

AmoPack Can Manufactures
11.2010 - 09.2017

Electrician

Zimbabwe Leaf Tobacco
01.1996 - 03.2003

GED -

Harare Institute Of Technology
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