BENJAMIN MUMBA KATEULE
Solwezi
Summary
Highly skilled and hardworking Welder with expertise in MIG, Oxy-acetylene Gas welding, and MMAW. Proven ability to deliver exceptional results as a team player and when working independently. Possessing a take-charge attitude, self-motivation, and unwavering commitment to achieving excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Barrick
Lumwana, Zambia
06.2024 - Current
- Welded structures for pre-assembled trailers.
- Carrying out tray, chassis and main frame repairs on mining haul trucks(EH 3500 & EH 5000 HITACHI).
- Blade repairs on Bull Dozers and Graders(Komatsu D375A and Cat 834H)
- Structural repairs on graders(Komatsu GD825 and Cat 16H)
- Welding components in flat, vertical or overhead positions using electric arc-welding equipment.
- Grinding off excess weld material from joints using portable grinders or buffers.
- Cleaning work area after each shift is completed to maintain a safe working environment.
- Building up bores for line boring.
- Bolt extraction
Geotechnical Technician
Barrick Lumwana
Lumwana , Zambia
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisting with the preparation of geotechnical reports summarizing findings from field investigations and laboratory tests.
- Conducting laboratory tests on samples to determine physical properties of soils and rocks.
- Testing, inspecting, and repair equipment to keep laboratory apparatus operating and correctly calibrated.
- Maintaining records of field activities including test results, observations, photographs and any other relevant information.
- Operating laboratory devices and testing equipment to assess characteristics of samples.
Welder
First quantum minerals Roads department.
Kalumbila , Zambia
10.2012 - 06.2023
- Blade repairs and refurbishment on Bull Dozers and Graders(Komatsu D375A and Cat 834H)
- Structural repairs on graders(Komatsu GD825 and Cat 16H)
- Welding components in flat, vertical or overhead positions using electric arc-welding equipment.
- Constructing and assembled structural metal components and products.
- Grinding off excess weld material from joints using portable grinders or buffers.
- Analyzing engineering drawings to determine required materials and task sequences.
- Cleaning work area after each shift is completed to maintain a safe working environment.
- Reading blueprints and diagrams to determine the specified dimensions, tolerances, and materials necessary for fabrication.
- Building up bores for line boring.
- Maintening good house keeping.
- Bolt extraction.
Welder
Buildcon Kansanshi mine Project
Solwezi, Zambia
01.2011 - 10.2012
• Repairing cracks on boom, stick and main frame of excators.
• bucket repairs and refurbishment on excavators and shovels.
- Constructing templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
• Carrying out inspections and write report on all defects on the equipment.
• Foot panel and walkway fabrication.
• Building up bores for line boring.
- Maintening good house keeping.
- Bolt extraction.
Education
Craft Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Kabwe Institute of Technology
Kabwe08.2011
G5 Trade Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Luanshya Trades
Luanshya11.2008
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Kabompo Secondary School
Kapompo2007
Grade 9 School Certificate -
Mutanda Secondary School
Kaulumbila District2002
Skills
- Metal Fabrication and welding
- Safety conscious
- Quick learner and motivated
- Able to read and interpret drawings
- Computer literate
- Forklift operation
- Soil mechanics
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Manual Inert Gass welding(MIG Welding)
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Housekeeping maintenance
- Quick learner
- Critical thinking
- Engineering drawing
- Structural repairs
- Initiative
- Pipe welding
- Manufacturing
- Project planning
- Quality assurance
- Grinding
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Lunda
Upper Intermediate
B2
Bemba
Advanced
C1
Kaonde
Advanced
C1
Objective
I seek challenging opportunities where I can fully use my skills for the succes of the organization.
Other Qualifications
- SADC Driving license class C.E
- Geology Certificate.
- General First Aid Certificate.
- Dangerous driving Certificate.
- Introduction to geomechanics and environment certificate.
- Project management certificate.
Reference
Evans Kuzoraunye - Superintendent- project civil FQM 0967686371.
Frank lupoka - Course Lecturer Kabwe institute of technology +260977891500.
Akim Chanda - Supervisor Iron horse +260979088613.
Eniya Banda - Head of mechanical department Kabwe institute of technology +260966768817.
Moses Mbikitu - Geotechnical Supervisor Barrick Lumwana site mosesmbilitu@gmail.com.
+260977388228 Jairos Mwangala - Director Stealth Engineering 0964611740.
Timeline
Welder
Barrick
06.2024 - Current
Geotechnical Technician
Barrick Lumwana
07.2023 - 05.2024
Welder
First quantum minerals Roads department.
10.2012 - 06.2023
Welder
Buildcon Kansanshi mine Project
01.2011 - 10.2012
Craft Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Kabwe Institute of Technology
G5 Trade Certificate - Metal Fabrication
Luanshya Trades
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Kabompo Secondary School
Grade 9 School Certificate -
Mutanda Secondary School