Roelof Crafford

Experience

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  ArcelorMittal

  May 1989 - Jan 2007

  Maintenance Operator

  • Assisting artisans • Stock control• Inspection/repairs on lubrication systems • Installation/repairs on moulds and benders • Alignment of gearboxes • Assemble/disassemble of segments

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  ArcelorMittal

  May 2007 - Sept 2020

  Mechanical Fitter

  • Specialist in alignment, shim work of mechanical equipment/problem solving • Experience in installing/maintaining mechanical equipment/problem solving • Building and repair Lubrication systems/ Hydraulic systems/Pneumatic systems and Water-cooling systems • Experience in all pipe fitting work on systems• Disassemble and assembling of structural components of various mechanical systems • Experience in the assembly/refurbishment and testing of aviation refueling hose and couplings • Assemble/disassemble and install new flexible pipe hoses as required• Maintenance/repairs on malfunctioning mechanical systems • Specialist in Fault finding• Specialist on alignment/shim work • Keep accurate records of all maintenance done • Solid arc welding experience(G1-G6) (6000Hours) • MIG /Max Co2 (all positions) (1000Hours)• Tig Welding (Root Run) on pipework (850Hours) • Aluminium welding (400Hours)• Experience in fabrication• Can read drawings/blueprints• Measuring• Inside micrometer • Outside micrometer • Depth micrometer • Vernier• DTI (clock gauge) • Telescopic Gauges• Excellent tool working knowledge• Pneumatic/power tools• Hand/electric operated presses• Cutting torches/power saws/grinders/bench grinders/hand drill/drill press/power shears• Drill for tap size • Can sharpen drill-bits by hand• Setting up/adjusting machine tools/equipment• Using a variety of tools• Identifying/rectifying faults during inspections • Daily/weekly/periodic maintenance• Excellent engineering practices• Technical ability• Enjoy technical work• Define company direction• Increase productivity• Design/implementation of strategies • Using proven methods/cutting-edge technology• Mechanical process optimization • Review/analyze the performance• Ability to do Emergency repairs• Developing safe work practices • Strictly adhere to all health and safety policies/ procedures/PPE• Variety/developing/implementing a practical solution Show less

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  ArcelorMittal

  Mar 2021 - now

  Maintenance Fitter