JOSHUA MAHLONGA

Experience

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  National Railways of Zimbabwe

  Nov 2007 - Jul 2023

  Plans maintenance programmes (e.g. for track, houses) and construction projects. Controls the implementation of work programmes, by directing subordinates in the modus operandi and techniques determined, allocating duties, giving advice and guidance and resolving disciplinary and staff problems within limits of authority.Ensures, maintenance of progress, adherence to laid down standards and practices, co-ordination of specialist services, control over expenditure, rectification of errors, and adequacy of stocks, by inspecting and obtaining reports subordinates. Holds discussions with superiors and (during project construction) with user and specialist (e.g. Signal) Branches, Statutory Bodies to obtain and provide advice related to functional aims, deadlines, Town Planning coordination of activities, etc. Compiles letters and technical reports (e.g. on completion of a project after an inspection); prepares the Section’s annual budget requirements for Maintenance Programmes and Proposed New Works. Discusses technical matters with representatives of private enterprise (contractors, consultants, technical equipment suppliers, etc.) both giving and receiving advice. Conducts research by arranging site surveys, specific investigations and tests, prior to preparing or revising. Show less Supervises and directs the work of several artisans to accomplish projects and assist in their training. Keeps current with new construction and maintenance techniques, materials, equipment, standards and codes. Scheduling deliveries from suppliers Prepare cost estimates for construction, maintenance, replacement and installation project. Writes progress reports weekly, fortnightly, monthly and annually as per project.Assists with the coordination of work performed by contractors Performs inventory checks of tools, equipment and materials Show less Studying drawings and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation proceduresBuilds, installs and maintains furniture, cabinets, storage units and fixturesOrdering and selecting timbers and materials, and preparing layoutsMaintains, repairs and installs locks and components.Cutting materials, and assembling and nailing cut and shaped partsBuilds, installs and maintains on-track transit facilities such as passenger shelters, comfort stations and railway furniture.Erecting framework and roof framing, laying sub-flooring and floorboards and verifying trueness of structuresCover roofs with tiles, sheets and shingles to form a waterproof surfaceBuilds, installs and maintains entire structures and individual structural elements such as walls, windows, doors, roofs, floors, interior trimwork, etc.Performs other related duties consistent with the classification. Show less

  • Civil Engineering Technician

    Sept 2021 - Jul 2023

  • Trainee Civil Engineering Technician/ Lead Carpenter

    Jan 2018 - Aug 2021

  • Artisian CARPENTER/JOINER

    Nov 2011 - Jan 2018

  • Apprentice CARPENTER/JOINER

    Nov 2007 - Nov 2011
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  Tradestaff

  Jul 2023 - now

  Carpenter

  Repairing, constructing and renovating commercial and residential buildingsConstruct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materialsCut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings as required on an assignment basis.Apply and fix plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic tiles and composite wall linings to buildings and similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.Measuring, marking and cutting plasterboard, lifting and positioning panels and securing them to walls, ceilings and battens.Setting out, cutting and fixing the aluminum framework to support the new ceiling.Studying drawings and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation proceduresNailing fascia panels, sheathing roofs, and fitting exterior wall cladding and door and window frames Show less