Chrispen Chekero
56 Raven Road, Greenhills, Randfontein, South Africa
Summary
A qualified and experienced electrician, possessing over 17 years of experience inspecting electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctions, and training personnel. Adept in troubleshooting electrical problems, repair and maintenance, and ensuring that all electrical work is completed safely and according to occupational health and safety regulations. Reads wiring diagrams competently to plan the layout of systems, connect systems to the various power suppliers, and assist with troubleshooting and analysis of system faults. Skilled in reviewing drawings, procedures, and specifications to assure compliance with code requirements. Performs preventive, corrective, and modification maintenance on underground mining up to very high voltage, recognizing urgency and the need to complete assignments in a safe and compliant manner. Collaboration involves the ability to communicate with management about problems or situations within assigned electrical maintenance areas, and to suggest appropriate solutions. Seeking to leverage qualifications, knowledge, and engineering principles to achieve organizational goals, and to attain mutual growth and success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Underground Electrician
Nordgold Mine, Guinea (Expat)
Guinea, Guinea
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Worked on Sandvik machines DD421, DL421.
- Epiroc truck MT6020.
- Normet, Spraymet.
- Worked on ressen machine
- AARD charging machine
Electrical Supervisor
Goldfields South Deep Mine
Gauteng, South Africa
01.2010 - 01.2025
- Skilled in leading teams to implement electrical safety protocols and regulatory compliance within the South Deep Mine environment.
- Proficient in managing electrical projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
- Over inspection of high voltage sub-stations and underground mini - substations.
- Performing switching on HT reticulation on outdoor SF6 breakers and isolators.
- System protection maintenance (Primary Injection Test).
- Planning periodic inspections for power reticulation to improve reliability.
- Analyzing transformer oil samples.
- Adhering to safe maintenance and switch procedures and compliance.
Electrician
South Deep Gold Mine
Gauteng, South Africa
04.2010 - 12.2020
- Installation and maintenance of electrical systems, SF6 and vacuum breakers.
- Testing, repair and replacement of fault electrical systems or components.
- Performing phasing on an RMU power distribution.
- Maintenance of electrical control charging systems.
- Detection of hot-spots using infra - red scanning/camera.
- Performing tap-changing and inspections.
- Inspection of earthing systems, continuity and insulation resistance test.
- Inspection and mainatance of CTs and VTs.
- Maintenance and repair of Sandvik mining machines such as Scoops, LH514, DD321/421 and dump trucks.
- Working on Atlas Copco machines, RB282 Rig, MT436B Dump Truck, SIMBA M6C and S7D, Atlas Copco Rock breakers.
- Maintenance of AARD Machines.
Plant Electrician
Xstrata Rusternburg Pelletizing Plant
South Africa, South Africa
09.2009 - 04.2010
- Proficient in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment vital to plant operations for example Hooper vibrators, conveyors and weigh feeders.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics to ensure accurate electrical installations and repairs.
- Repaired Ball Mills, driers and ID fans, pockets elevators, screw conveyors, lepol grate and kiln heating system.
- Managed planned maintenance systems.
Electrician
Trojan Nickel Mine
Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
02.2008 - 01.2009
- Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing complex electrical systems to ensure safety and efficiency in nickel extraction operations for example maintenance of crushers, de-watering pumps 250Hp.
- Experienced in performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical equipment to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals, facilitating accurate repairs and installations.
Electrical Relieving Foreman
Africa Associated Mines, Gaths Mine
Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
07.2003 - 02.2008
- Proficient in overseeing electrical maintenance and repairs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Expert in diagnosing electrical faults and implementing effective solutions promptly and repairing of underground machinery, Rham machines, Atlas Wagner 2 yard and GHH Scooptrams, electrical LHD's.
- Skilled in leading, training and supervising teams to enhance productivity and technical expertise.
- Overall inspection of standard maintenance, compliance to ISO 14001.
Education
Diploma - National Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering
Ministry of Higher Education And Technology
Zimbabwe12-2002
High School Diploma -
GCE Advanced Level
Zimbabwe11-1996
High School Diploma -
GCE Ordinary Level
Zimbabwe11-1994
Skills
- Following / Interpreting, Manufacturing Guidelines
- Diagnostics
- Independent Performance of installations and Repairs
- Tool and equipment Selection and Use
- drawings, sketches, codes, Leading performance of complex installations and repairs
- Team working abilities
- Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations
- Knowledge of safety policies and procedures and safe work practices
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 Troubleshooting of faults on trackless machines and plant High voltage reticulation HT cable joints
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
2019: Foreman certification - Engineering Foreman Goldfields .
2018: Supervisory management Mccauvlei Academy
2016: Advanced and Electro Hydraulics FESTO
2016: AARD Machines
2016: Hazard identification and Risk assessment (HIRA)
2016: Sandvik Academy (LH 514 Electrical, Auto, Auto electrical, Ac electrical, Basic electro hydraulic and DD421/321 electrical)
2016: Atlas Copco Academy (MT2010/MT436B Trucks, RB 282) 2016: Anglo American Platinum Academy (electrical motor control, medium voltage (1- 44kv) electrical protection and cable units)
2000: Skilled worker class 1 Zimbabwe.
Achievements
• Artisans Upskilling Courses-I) Nominated Best Electrician.
- Assigned as Relief Electrical Foreman.
- Training of Apprentices.
- 2007: Instrumental in the design and budget of Housing Electrification Project at Gaths Mine Zimbabwe
References
Ruam Pretorious - Section Engineering Oversea Goldfields-South Deep Gold Mine South Africa Mobile: +27663026277
Sipho Mgidi - Engineering Oversea Goldfields-South Deep Gold Mine South Africa Mobile: +27720414533
Timeline
Senior Underground Electrician
Nordgold Mine, Guinea (Expat)
02.2025 - 07.2025
Electrician
South Deep Gold Mine
04.2010 - 12.2020
Electrical Supervisor
Goldfields South Deep Mine
01.2010 - 01.2025
Plant Electrician
Xstrata Rusternburg Pelletizing Plant
09.2009 - 04.2010
Electrician
Trojan Nickel Mine
02.2008 - 01.2009
Electrical Relieving Foreman
Africa Associated Mines, Gaths Mine
07.2003 - 02.2008
Diploma - National Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering
Ministry of Higher Education And Technology
High School Diploma -
GCE Advanced Level
High School Diploma -
GCE Ordinary Level
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