NGONIDZASHE KAUSIYO
Harare,Zimbabwe
Summary
Experienced Mechanical Engineer specialising in steam and gas turbine installation, assembly, and maintenance. Expertise in precision alignment, balancing, and vibration analysis, along with mechanical fault inspection and troubleshooting. Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings to optimise workflows and coordinating tasks with MS Office and MS Projects. Proven record of leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring nuclear safety compliance.
Overview
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Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Mechanical Technician
Altrad Endel
Abu Dhabi
2025.06 - 2026.10
- Serviced pressurizers, reactor coolant pumps, valves, and actuators to uphold reliability in nuclear operations.
- Maintained and repaired emergency diesel generators to ensure backup power readiness.
- Diagnosed and repaired pumps, valves, compressors, and HVAC systems to minimize downtime and maintain operations.
- Maintained feed water pumps and booster units to support timely outage completion.
- Maintained and repaired intake, service water plants, and bypass systems to ensure reliable water management.
- Conducted specialized testing on PRVs, vacuum breakers and analyzed shaft alignments to ensure mechanical performance.
- Participated in safety briefings, promoted ALARA principles, and collaborated with engineers to optimize system safety and performance.
Technical Field Advisor
General Electric (GE)
Witbank, South Africa
2023.11 - 2025.03
- Diagnosed and resolved WFGD (Wet Flue Gas Desulphurisation) system and steam turbine malfunctions by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective measures, minimising equipment downtime and supporting continuous plant operations.
- Led troubleshooting efforts during critical outages, ensuring timely restoration of systems and minimising impact on plant production schedules.
- Ensured strict compliance with design, operational, and safety requirements by monitoring plant processes, reviewing technical documentation, and advising on corrective actions to meet industry and company standards.
- Advised on plant maintenance and operations, collaborating with engineering teams to optimise performance and ensure reliability.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams, including operations, safety, and engineering, to deliver integrated solutions for complex technical challenges..
- Documented maintenance activities, prepared technical reports, and guided team members to enhance knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices.
Mechanical Supervisor
Rotek Industries
Witbank, South Africa
2013.11 - 2023.11
- Directed inspections, repairs, and overhauls of turbine and rotating equipment, overseeing work to guarantee compliance with strict safety and quality protocols.
- Optimised maintenance schedules and introduced best practices to enhance equipment reliability, reducing downtime through workflow analysis and process improvements.
- Supervised turbine fitter teams across multiple power plant facilities, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and effective task delegation to meet project deadlines and operational targets.
- Coordinated with engineering, safety, and operations to ensure seamless maintenance integration and alignment across the organisation.
- Monitored compliance with regulations and policies to uphold standards. Promoted a culture prioritising safety through training and awareness initiatives. Encouraged ongoing improvement efforts to enhance processes and efficiency.
- Coached team members, resolved conflicts, and conducted performance evaluations to cultivate a high-performing culture and support staff professional development.
- Prepared detailed maintenance reports, tracked project progress, and contributed to planning and budgeting for major outages and upgrade projects.
Mechanical Technician
General Electric (GE)
Witbank, South Africa
2021.07 - 2022.01
- Installed and tested steam turbines and generators, ensuring all equipment met operational specifications and safety standards.
- Conducted field inspections of mechanical systems, identifying potential issues and verifying compliance with design requirements.
- Coordinated installation schedules and resolved technical issues during commissioning in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided technical feedback and assisted with root cause analysis, participating in corrective action implementation to optimise plant performance.
Turbine Fitter
Rotek Industries
Witbank, South Africa
2009.01 - 2013.07
- Improved turbine reliability by 10% and lifespan by 6 years by conducting inspections and maintenance.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and resolve mechanical issues, minimising downtime and enhancing plant performance.
- Executed alignment, measurement, and refurbishment of mechanical parts to ensure operational standards.
- Supported detailed disassembly and reassembly of turbine rotors and casings during scheduled maintenance and repair activities.
- Monitored lubrication systems consistently and replaced worn bearings and seals to ensure sustained turbine efficiency and prevent potential failures.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols during high-pressure turbine maintenance, ensuring a secure working environment.
Bore Mill Operator
DCD Dorbyl Heavy Engineering
Newcastle, South Africa
2008.10 - 2009.01
- Set up and operated bore mills, ensuring precision and accuracy in machining processes to deliver high-quality components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to determine machining requirements and establish set up parameters for effective production.
- Performed quality checks and measurements to ensure finished parts met strict tolerances and client specifications.
- Conducted machining and maintenance of heavy equipment, enhancing reliability and optimal functionality of critical components.
- Collaborated with maintenance and engineering teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement effective solutions
Apprentice/Mechanical Fitter
Delta Corporation
Harare, Zimbabwe
2003.10 - 2008.09
- Achieved qualification as Fitter and Turner/Machinist Class (1)
- Performed utility plant and boiler maintenance, including system checks, troubleshooting, and repairs to support continuous plant operations and led emergency responses to restore functionality safely.
- Conducted regular inspections and preventative maintenance to identify wear and resolve faults, preventing escalation of issues.
- Maintained and repaired bottling and brewing equipment to ensure optimal functionality, reducing production downtime.
Skills
- Turbine installation
- Mechanical fault inspection and troubleshooting
- Precision alignment, balancing, and vibration analysis
- Feedwater pumps
- Mechanical rotating equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Machinery maintenance
- Proficient with engineering drawings and schematics
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Technical documentation
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Flange handling
- Spare parts management
- Skilled in MS Office and MS Projects
- SAP
- Efficiency enhancement
- Nuclear safety compliance
- Strong communication and organisational abilities
- Project team leadership
- Project coordination
- Engineering team support
- Precision measurement
- Precision decision-making
- Spare parts management
- Machinery management
- SAP
- Machinery maintenance
Certification
- Certificate in Valves: Principles, Operation and Designs — Udemy
- Certificate in Nuclear: Principles of Power Plants and Reactors — Udemy
- Diploma In Quality Management — Alison Academy
- Certificate in Operations Management — University of Cape Town
- Certificate in Advanced Project Management — University of South Africa
- Certificate in Microsoft Projects — Centurion Academy
- Certificate in CNC Programming — Harare Institute of Technology
- Certificate of Apprenticeship in Fitting and Turning, including Machining — Registrar of Apprenticeship and Skilled Manpower
- Skilled Worker Qualification Class 1 (Fitting and Turning) — Registrar of Apprenticeship and Skilled Manpower
- National Certificate in Machine Shop Engineering — Ministry of Higher Education
References
Ernst Basson, Mechanical Technician,
BassonLE@eskom.co.za, +27 832 886 411,
Eskom Rotek Industries.
Tonderai Mathende,
Technical Training Manager,
T.mathende@delta.co.zw, +263 462 0980,
Delta Technical Institute.
Interests
STEM, Sport
Accomplishments
- Plant Safety Regulations Award (2022) — Identified and reported potential plant isolation hazards
- Service Manager Safety Award (2011) — Recognised for outstanding adherence to safe work practices
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Altrad Endel
2025.06 - 2026.10
Technical Field Advisor
General Electric (GE)
2023.11 - 2025.03
Mechanical Technician
General Electric (GE)
2021.07 - 2022.01
Mechanical Supervisor
Rotek Industries
2013.11 - 2023.11
Turbine Fitter
Rotek Industries
2009.01 - 2013.07
Bore Mill Operator
DCD Dorbyl Heavy Engineering
2008.10 - 2009.01
Apprentice/Mechanical Fitter
Delta Corporation
2003.10 - 2008.09