Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
With over 4.5 years of experience at JMAR Electrical, I oversee project execution as a site project manager and supervisor, focusing on medium voltage (MV) electrical installations, field operations, and Certificate of Compliance (COC) assessments. My work includes managing industrial machinery relocation, production line installations, and electrical commissioning for high-profile clients, including Aberdare Cables, Snow Soft, and Lactalis. My career reflects a strong commitment to delivering tailored electrical solutions while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. By leveraging skills in electricity, MV systems, and field operations, I contribute to achieving client goals and driving successful project outcomes.
Oversee project execution at JMar Projects (Pty) Ltd as project manager and site supervisor/manager. Client: Aberdare Cables - orchestrated the relocation and installation of machinery and production lines at their Pietermaritzburg facility while conducting a comprehensive Certificate of Compliance (COC) assessment. Client: Snow Soft - served as the principal electrical installer for the new PM4 tissue plant, encompassing medium voltage (MV) electrical installation from municipal supply, motor control centre (MCC) setup, low voltage (LV) systems, and instrumentation cabling/wiring, while managing the commissioning process. Client: Lactalis - acted as the principal electrical installer for the new PM4 tissue plant, focusing on MV electrical installation and MCC setup, along with LV systems and instrumentation cabling/wiring, significantly contributing to the commissioning phase. Client: SAB (South African Breweries) - conceptualised and executed the design, supply, and field installation of electrical and instrumentation systems for a caustic recovery plant at Lactalis’ Bonnyville facility.
Delivered subcontracted services to consulting engineering firms, heavy industrial and mining sectors, as well as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) such as Siemens. Executed network expansions, maintenance, and repairs across various projects. Engineered the design, manufacture, installation, and erection of substations, successfully transitioning from indoor to outdoor setups. Implemented system upgrades and interfacing. Devised control designs for metal-clad switchgear, ensuring comprehensive wiring to facilitate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT). Managed cold commissioning activities. Maintained a diverse client base, including Anglo American (Gold, Coal, and Platinum divisions), CBI Electric OEM, Consol Glass SA, and Eskom, incorporating major projects at Kusile and Duvha power generation plants as well as several district municipalities.
Pursued new business development initiatives, cultivating relationships with potential clients. Prepared accurate quotes and costings tailored to client specifications. Coordinated job planning and handovers to ensure seamless execution of projects. Managed orders for spares and equipment, ensuring timely procurement for operations. Facilitated production coordination between clients and factory/field services to guarantee prompt delivery of services/equipment. Served clients including Anglo Ashanti Gold, Anglo Ashanti Platinum, Anglo Ashanti Coal, Phalaborwa Municipality, City Power, Eskom, Piet Retief Municipality, RSSC (Royal Swazi Sugar Corporation), Exxaro, Xtrata, PC Coppermine, Foskor, SASOL, and DENEL Aviation.
Led field services operations focused on on-site servicing of medium voltage switchgear. Conducted thorough testing of protection relays, switchgear panels, and circuit breakers. Executed modifications, repairs, and installations for switchgear panels, circuit breakers, mini-subs, and transformers directly on-site. Performed medium voltage Power Factor maintenance, addressing system efficiency. Oversaw programming of protection relays to enhance operational safety. Managed transformer maintenance and installations alongside on-site repairs and switchgear maintenance (MV and LV). Coordinated cable installations (MV and LV) and onsite bus-bar repairs, modifications, and new installations. Directed on-site commissioning activities and upgrades of HV switchgear integration. Tested control circuits on panels and circuit breakers alongside speed and timing tests. Executed various testing protocols including ductor (contract resistance), oil testing (voltage withstand), SF6 gas pressure tests (leaks), and HV pressure tests (up to 75kV on-site). Conducted secondary injection on protection relays and primary current injection (ratio tests) alongside three-phase injection testing. Managed cable joints, terminations, fault location, and earth resistance tests. Served clients including Anglo Ashanti Gold, Anglo Ashanti Platinum, Anglo Ashanti Coal, Phalaborwa Municipality, City Power, Eskom, Piet Retief Municipality, RSSC (Royal Swazi Sugar Corporation), Exxaro, Xtrata, PC Coppermine, Foskor, SASOL, and DENEL Aviation.
Managed project budgeting, ensuring financial efficiency throughout the lifecycle. Oversaw project planning and management activities. Witnessed switchgear Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) to guarantee quality standards. Directed medium voltage/low voltage (MV/LV) site management. Coordinated with key clients such as Trident Steel (2 factories), CONSOL (5 factories), Aberdare Cables (2 factories), Efficient Engineering, Silica Quarts, PFG Building Glass, Nampak Glass, First National Batteries, and NECSA (Nuclear Energy Corporation South Africa).