Friday Chula Chilufya
Electrical technologist
Luanshya,Copperbelt
Summary
self-motivated, focused and innovative Electrical Technologist with a vast experience in mining electrical installation, telecommunication, electrical circuit designing, interpretation and wiring. Good understanding of high voltage and low voltage switching as well as switch gear installation. Successful at applying electronics, electrical circuitry expertise to different practical issues. Skilled in investigating and diagnosing problems and completing root cause analysis. Understands technical information and devises forward-thinking effective solutions that help achieve operational and safety targets.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Technologist
Luanshya Copper Mines
Luanshya, Copperbelt
01.2019 - Current
- Provided on-site engineering and technical services during installation and fielding processes
- Proposed electrical product and system modifications to improve quality and efficiency
- Performed maintenance procedures and repairs on existing electrical products and systems
- Evaluated electrical installations and systems to isolate faults and implement corrective actions
- Reduced electrical construction hazards with upgraded safety policies and stringent enforcement
- Evaluated power needs for various systems
- Identified specific cables, fuses and circuit breakers required for assigned installations
- Calibrated and repaired existing systems to maintain functionality
- Installed ABB variable speed drives/soft starters
- Programmed ABB variable speed drives/ soft starters
- Repaired 10 ton double beam crane
- Installed and wired 500 steam boilers control panels
- Performed maintenance on sag mill, ball mil and compressors
Head Of Technical
Sun FM
Ndola, Copperbelt
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
- Improved backup systems for station and transmitter sites.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Operated and maintained electronic transmitting and receiving equipment.
- Modified, maintained, or repaired electronics equipment or systems to achieve proper functioning.
Electrical Intern
Zamefa
Luanshya, Copperbelt
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Did isolations by following company insolation procedure
- Installed P.L.C
- Repair and install closed and open loop systems in extruders and heaters
- Worked on air compresses
- Helped wire electrical circuits to improve reliability of electrical equipment
- Did preventive maintenance on wire drawing machines, extruders and substations
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring and lighting systems.
- Gained successful experience with electrical systems, surveillance systems and structured cabling.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
Student Trainee
Ndola Lime Company
Ndola, Copperbelt
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Worked on 550 Volts equipment
- Did isolations by following company insolation procedure
- Made sure automated packaging machine was working efficiently
- Worked on company lighting
- Ensure that all Safety and substation logbooks are checked and signed
- Overhaul transformers
- Carry out duties under very minimal Supervision
- Did maintenance work on trip switches of conveyer belts
- Did preventive maintenance on electrical panels and substations.
- Abided by company's policies and procedures
- Worked under supervision of management and helped plan and organize daily work tasks
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry
Student Trainee
LUANSHYA COPPER MINES
Luanshya, Copperbelt
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Did preventive maintenance on shaft lifts
- Did Maintenance on air compresses that supply air underground
- Did isolations by following company insolation procedure
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards
- Took part in making of a substation
- Worked on both oil and air circuit breakers
- Maintenance works on conveyer belt including trip switches
- Worked in power control room where power utilization is monitored
- Checked all substation trip batteries.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Copperbelt university - Electrical and electronics
Copperbelt University
Kitwe 01.2019 - Current
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Northern Technical College
Ndola 01.2013 - 01.2016
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Luanshya Boys High School
Luanshya 01.2009 - 01.2011
Skills
Valid class C1 Zambian driving licenseComputer literate, with full knowledge in Microsoft office
Extensive knowledge in Variable speed drives (VSDs), soft starters, star-delta
Basic knowledge of planning and scheduling jobsNatural ability to mentor, develop, inspire and lead groups
Achieve the objective set by the organization
Electrical layouts
Electrical circuits
Electrical systems installation
Electrical system rewiring
Electrical and mechanical schematics
Repairing electrical systems
Electrical diagrams
Electrical distribution systems
Electrical systems understanding
Affiliations
Member of the Engineering institution of Zambia
Additional Information
- At CLM, Wired and Installed 500 control panels for electrical steam boilers which include 5 Siemen’s simatic s7-300 plcs, 5 ats22 softer starters At CLM, Installed and wired 11KV overland grasshoppers At CLM, repaired 20 tone overhead crane and became specialized At CLM, performed cable terminations of LV At Sun FM installed and commissioned 10KVA Hybrid inverter
Accomplishments
At CLM, Wired and Installed 500 control panels for electrical steam boilers which include 5 Siemen’s simatic s7-300 plcs, 5 ats22 softer starters
At CLM, Installed and wired 11KV overland grasshoppers
At CLM, repaired 20 tone overhead crane and became specialized
At CLM, performed cable terminations of LV
At Sun FM installed and commissioned 10KVA Hybrid inverter
Timeline
Electrical Technologist
Luanshya Copper Mines
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering Copperbelt university - Electrical and electronics
Copperbelt University
01.2019 - Current
Head Of Technical
Sun FM
01.2018 - 01.2019
Electrical Intern
Zamefa
01.2017 - 01.2018
Student Trainee
Ndola Lime Company
01.2014 - 01.2015
Student Trainee
LUANSHYA COPPER MINES
01.2013 - 01.2014
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Northern Technical College
01.2013 - 01.2016
Grade 12 School Certificate -
Luanshya Boys High School
01.2009 - 01.2011