Mulalo Mutswana

Experience

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  Volkswagen Group South Africa

  Jul 2007 - Dec 2007

  Technician in Training (P1)

  Developed and implemented preventivemaintenance procedures.Training on operating and maintenance of theMachineMillingTurning and CNC Machines and doing basicweldingHydraulicsPneumaticsBasic hand skillsInterpreting of technical drawingsAlignment of mechanical system and safety.

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  Hlalefo Printing and Draughting Services

  Jun 2008 - Sept 2008

  Junior Design Draughtsman

  Developed strong organizational andcommunication skills through coursework andvolunteer activities.Organized and detail-oriented with a strong workethic.Paid attention to detail while completingassignments.Modelling, structural layouts and details of the filterpress steelwork.Incorporate client standards into modeling anddrawing process.Prepare 3D and 2D model for Engineer designprocess.Prepare General arrangement drawings andworkshop details drawings. Show less

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  Steval Engineering

  Sept 2008 - Feb 2012

  Design Draughtsman

  Assisted with day-to-day operations, workingefficiently and productively with all team members. Demonstrated a high level of initiative andcreativity while tackling difficult tasks.Delivered services to customer locations withinspecific timeframes.Carry out site measurements and generateconcept and detail drawings.Perform design calculations. Generate 3D models and general arrangementsusing AutoCAD mainly specialize in structures,pressurized equipment(pressure vessels andpressure piping) bulk handling and storageequipment.Generate project specifications and draftpreliminary design layouts.Perform feasibility studies, cost analysis withtechnical support. Details of various overland and incline conveyorsincluding transfer towers, head and tail frames,impact modules, gantries, horizontal take ups andtake up towers. Interface checking with other disciplines. Show less

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  ArcelorMittal South Africa

  Mar 2012 - Sept 2020

  Specialist (Roll Designer)

  Identify plant continuous improvementopportunities, design and develop project plans interms of CAPEX and ensure implementation withinputs from stakeholders.Identified issues, analyzed information andprovided solutions to problems.Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.Gained strong leadership skills by managingprojects from start to finish.Participated in team projects, demonstrating anability to work collaboratively and effectively.Developed strong communication andorganizational skills through working on groupprojects.Carry out site measurements and generateconcept and detail drawings.Technical scope of work, analysis of bids andmaking procurement recommendations.Part of project meeting to discuss project progress,problem identified and remedial methods.Liaise with contractors and suppliers in obtainingquotes for proposed project work.Forecasting of capital spend on projectsManage contractors and conduct site visitsTechnical support to ensure plant integrity,reliability and availability. Project leader during Roll & Tackle Capital projects. Archive document in SAP DMS databaseRoll pass design for new products. Design of new tackle and rolls. Apply modifications to existing drawingsDevelop and maintain rolling procedures.Generate drawings for manufacturing. Check drawings produced for project work that iswithin my responsibility.Ensures standards of drawings are properlycomplied with and then complied with duringfabrication/ manufacture/ erection (weekly)Initiates drawing revisions resulting from site observations, dimensional errors, etc (as required). Show less

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  CANO FLOWRATE

  Nov 2020 - Oct 2021

  Technical Project Manager

  Partnered with project team members to identifyand quickly address problems.Developed project plans and managed projectscope using methodologies to guide projects fromconceptualization to implementation andmaintenance.Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrotetimelines, and generated initial budgets as part ofproject scope determination.Communicated project plans and progress to keystakeholders and project contributors.Accomplished client goals by providing qualitytechnical projects.Managed design and manufacturing teams tobuild proprietary process equipment withinaggressive cost and time constraints.Negotiated and managed project budgets to meet goals.Communicated project updates to stakeholders atall levels.Monitored and tracked project progress to supporttimely completion.Established and enforced project timelines anddeadlines.Implemented best practices to drive qualitymanufacturing and installation project delivery.Monitoring the drawing between drawing office,workshop and site.Ensure safety on site and compliance to all SHERQrelated requirement.Technical scope of work, analysis of bids andmaking procurement recommendations.Used computer-aided design (CAD) software tocreate detailed drawings and schematics ofmechanical systems. Compile detailed drawing of mechanical,structural and Piping.Liaise with contractors and suppliers in obtainingquotes for proposed project work.Supervisor construction work in workshop and sitework to make sure it is done according toconstruction and required standards.Complies with all engineering and maintenancestandards when undertaking work.Initiates drawing revisions resulting from site observations, dimensional errors, etc (as required) Show less

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  IRONCLAD ENGINEERING LIMITED

  Dec 2021 - Jan 2023

  Mechanical Technician

  Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.Used computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and schematics of mechanical systems.Identify plant continuous improvementopportunities, design and develop project plans interms of CAPEX and ensure implementation withinputs from stakeholders.Project management support to the ProjectManager and Project Engineer.Part of project meeting to discuss project progress,problem identified and remedial methods.Prepared reports and documentation formechanical systems and processes.Detail planning and execution of shutdowns andproject.Ensure safety on site and compliance to all SHERQ rateForecasting of capital spend on projects.Compile Capital Projects scope of work.Delegate technical responsibilities and monitor theprogress of project.Supervisor construction work in workshop and sitework to make sure it is done according toconstruction and required standards.Manages and/or assists with the execution ofvarious workshop and site projects ( as required)that includes design work, cost estimates, placingof orders, managing construction work andcommissioning equipment.Provides a project planning and schedulingservice to project engineers and Project managersCheck drawings produced for project work that iswithin my responsibility.Initiates drawing revisions resulting from site observations, dimensional errors, etc (as required) Show less

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  Pax Divitiae

  May 2023 - now

  Project Manager

  Define project scope, goals and deliverables.Develop and manage project timelines and budgetsCoordinate with stakeholders to ensure clear communication and of project objectivesAssign tasks and responsibilities to project team members.Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary.Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans.Set and enforce project timelines and deadlines.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.Maintain project documentation and communicate updates to stakeholder.Provide leadership and support to team members throughout the lifecycle. Show less