Michael Chiposa PE R.Eng BEng MEIZ EngRB

Experience

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  Belgravia Services Limited

  Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

  Mechanical Engineering Intern
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  Wärtsilä

  Feb 2015 - Mar 2018

  • Championed several premature engine failure investigations, provided recommendations that resulted in improved engine performance, and decreased engine failures by 15%.• Demonstrated skill using SCADA/PLC system in the power plant operations.• Ndola Energy Phase 2 US$75 Million Project: - Monitored project activities and ensured project deliverables such as time, cost and performance parameters were met within the stipulated schedule and budgeted cost • Demonstrated skill and detailed knowledge in diesel power plant operations and maintenance.• Developed daily inspection checklists for the auxiliary and engine house to ensure defects are picked on a timely basis for appropriate maintenance actions.

  • Operations Mechanical Engineer

    Jan 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Graduate Mechanical Engineer

    Feb 2015 - Dec 2015
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  ME ELECMETAL

  Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Streamlined operations by scheduling all aspects of maintenance within time frames that kept overtime to a minimum.• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance systems for the factory equipment and work procedures for supervised housekeeping staff.• Implemented and monitored continuous improvement work culture by driving work practices, ensuring high quality products delivered in a safe way.

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  Yalelo Zambia

  Dec 2018 - Jul 2020

  Lake Operations Mechanical Engineer

  • Co-ordinated weekly work orders/project milestone reviews and weekly schedule briefing with the Engineering Manager• Interfaced with executive-level leadership by developing and leading presentations to effectively communicate project goals• Improved preventive and corrective maintenance compliance rate through Fiix CMMS from 75% to 85%• Introduced and implemented program/project management methodologies, including formal milestone-based plans, clear definition of deliverables, budgets, priorities and tracking of engineering Labor. Show less

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  National Milling Corporation Limited

  Jul 2020 - now

  Maintenance Planning Engineer

  • Analyzed and identified maintenance workflow issues and developed vigilant preventive maintenance protocols for regular maintenance, inspection, and service which optimized machinery performance reducing annual maintenance and repair costs by 25%.• Prepared and controlled CAPEX and activity based OPEX engineering budgets.• Developed detailed job plans with all work sequences involved to adequately complete repairs, including equipment downtime and man-hours required.• Managed spare parts inventory to guarantee quick response to equipment breakdowns.• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA)/ Failure Mode and Effects analysis (FMEA) on new installations and all downtime as per department set trigger criteria.• Analysed and interpreted manufacturing data, such as engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, etc. for day today problem solving.• Design jigs and fixtures necessary to carry out manufacturing processes efficiently.• Achieved an 100% audit success rate on the electrical and mechanical safety audit for 3 consecutive years through meticulous documentation and adherence to engineering regulations and standards. Show less