RICHARD DZIKITI

Plot 195 Waterval Pyramid Pretoria

Mobile: 0739747727
E-mail: richarddzikiti@yahoo.co.uk

OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging Electrical, Electronics and or Plant Maintenance role in any sector
where I can fully utilize acquired skills and broaden my scope of knowledge.
ELECTRICIAN PROFILE
10 years of proven experience as an Electrician
Proven ability to identify, plan, implement and develop operational strategies relating
to (electrical) technical support.
Organisational skills and ability to prioritise requests and to work on own initiative
and as part of a team.
Proven leadership skills involving managing, developing and provision of technical
guidance and mentorship to subordinates
Dedicated to maintain high quality standards and possess first class analytical and
problem solving skills.
Conversant with safety in general workshop practice and areas of referred profession.
Experience on high-speed process plant, motion, pressure, temperature, time, flow
and count control.
Computer literacy and exposure to a LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
Strong achievement orientation and results driven.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Installation and commissioning of new plant machinery and equipment.
Supervision of artisans, apprentices, semi-skilled workers and assistants.
Implementation of projects and modifications.
Inspection, maintenance and repair of process monitoring and control equipment.
Interpretation and use of electrical diagrams
Fault finding to component level and repair on electrical process equipment and
printed circuit boards.
Experience in integration, installation and testing of electrical, electronic and
computer systems.
Routing of trunking, conduits, trays, and cabling.
Wiring of control panels.
Experience in electrical aspects of the battery manufacturing, sugar milling and
jewellery manufacturing industries.
Working knowledge of and experience in installation and, or maintenance of the
following: HV/LV transformers, distribution boards switchgear, power generators,
standby power supplies, security systems, air compressors, refrigeration plants,
AC/DC drives and motors overhauling, laboratory equipment and appliances, air

conditioners, steam boilers, industrial furnaces, electronic meters, hoists and cranes,
lighting, gas (hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen) generators, rectifiers, catering equipment.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
National Certificate (Electrical Power Engineering)
Electronics Servicing Part 1 (City & Guilds)
Micro Computer Technology Part 1 (City & Guilds)
Micro computer Technology Part 2 (City & Guilds)
Micro Computer Technology Part 3 (City & Guilds
Cambridge O Level
SAQA Evaluation- NQF Level 4
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1. NIST Control Systems
Electronic Technician ( 05-01-2009 current)
Duties
Panel building
Preparing quotations for panels to prospective customers
Drawing schematic diagrams for panels
Responsible for spares stock level control and replacements.
Last on-line inspection and testing of electronic control units
Repairs to component level of electronic control units and report writing
Execution of all electrical operational requirements received.
2. Aurex (Pvt) Ltd
Maintenance Charge hand ( 2001 current)
Electrician 1997 2001
Duties
Effectively manage and co-ordinate the electrical resources, in order to
achieve the optimum availability of plant and equipment, particularly;
Overseeing maintenance scheduling and updating maintenance database.
Co-ordinating and successfully implementing new projects.
Installation, commissioning, planned maintenance, inspecting, fault finding,
repair and overhauling of all Plant electrical equipment
Responsible for spares stock level control and replacements.
Installation, maintenance and routine servicing of security and Building
Management Systems and networks; (CCTV, perimeter intrusion detection,
fire alarm, access control, metal detection, x-ray screening).
Periodic checking and calibration of instruments used in industrial process.
Investigating and diagnosing problems and breakdowns to determine resource
requirements and order spares
Maintaining housekeeping standards

Provide apprentices with on the job training relevant to the trade, as and when
required.
Execution of all operational requirements received.

3. Kariba Battery Manufacturers

Electrical Controller 1995 - 1997

Duties
Reporting to Engineering Manager through daily meetings and providing
relevant feedback reports and ensuring safety and quality standards are
maintained.
Management, training and motivation of subordinates to ensure a steady and
effective compliment of technical support.
Delegation of work to subordinates and monitoring their performance.
Ensure adherence to all workplace health and safety regulations as laid down
by KBM.
Demonstrate a responsible attitude in relationship to time keeping, work
organisation and quality control.
Carry out fault finding activities to identify necessary repair work.
Implementation of new projects, modifications and developing standards for
and performing preventive and routine maintenance of all equipment and
infrastructure.
Carry out maintenance and repairs on machinery, instrumentation, control,
power systems and miscellaneous equipment through the utilisation of skills
acquired through the electrical engineering trade.
Attachment During Apprenticeship (Hippo Valley Estates)
Apprenticeship Training (Kariba Battery Manufacturers)
OTHER COURSES ATTENDED
Diagnostic Skills for Technical Personnel (Organisational Training Development)
Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (Semitic S5) (Part 1 of 3) (2001)
Reliability Centred Maintenance Training
LANGUAGES
Shona (Native language); English (Native level, 28 years spoken, written and
listening);
COMPUTER LITERACY
Skills in Microsoft packages (Excel, word, PowerPoint, Project Management,
etc), Eager to learn new skills and knowledge to carry out my expected duties.
HOBBIES
Electronics, internet, reading novels and magazines

REFEREES
Available upon request.