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TERENCE MATOLO

TERENCE MATOLO

Lusaka

Summary

Rigger/Linesman with extensive experience in ground tower assembly and rigging operations. Proven track record of high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Expertise in pole climbing and emergency response management, ensuring safety and reliability in all projects.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

SAFETY COORDINATOR /LINESMAN

Elecnor Plc
Lusaka, Zambia
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Inspected safety harnesses and fall arrest systems for regulatory compliance.
  • Managed portable earthlings, isolation gloves, and earth rods through regular inspections.
  • Tested overhead lines and installed portable earthlings to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Conducted working-at-height training sessions to improve team safety awareness.
  • Ensured proper barricading, grounding, and positioning of stringing machine on equipotential mesh.
  • Assisted in implementing safety standards and procedures to promote safe operations.
  • Collaborated with safety team to identify hazards and implement effective mitigation strategies.

RIGGER/LINESMAN

China Jiangxi Corporation For International Economic & Technical Cooperation
Zambia
03.2020 - 06.2023
  • Executed inspections of slings, shackles, chains, and rigging equipment for wear before use.
  • Performed assembly and erection of 330kV towers using Derrick poles.
  • Installed pulleys and insulators to ensure operational readiness.
  • Conducted conductor stringing and sagging with precision.
  • Rigged various loads and equipment, including cranes, hoists, and winches accurately.

RIGGER/LINESMAN

Babcock Nuthuko
Zambia
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Executed 330 kV tower assembly and erection using derrick pole or crane.
  • Performed torqueing and revision of 330 kV towers.
  • Installed pulleys and insulators as part of tower dressing.
  • Conducted pilot wire pulling to facilitate electrical connections.
  • Managed stringing, sagging, and clamping processes effectively.
  • Oversaw installation of OPGW, including stringing, sagging, and damper placement.

RIGGER/LINESMAN

KEC Internation Limited
Zambia
04.2016 - 10.2017
  • Executed assembly and erection of 330kV towers using derrick pole or crane.
  • Installed pulleys, insulators, jumpers, dampers, and spacers using baskets or trolleys.
  • Conducted revision and torqueing of 330kV towers to ensure structural integrity.
  • Fabricated, assembled, and disassembled products for project completion.
  • Signaled directions to enhance safety and communication among coworkers.
  • Trained new employees on rigging techniques in compliance with company standards.
  • Participated in safety meetings to review procedures and implement improvements.
  • Performed post-rigging inspections by breaking down rigging equipment.

Skills

  • Tower member sorting
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Roller block installation
  • Pilot wire stringing
  • Tower torqueing
  • Earth wire clamping
  • Manual tower assembly
  • Mechanical tower assembly
  • Gin pole and pulley setup
  • Conductor handling

Languages

French, First Language

Education And Training Certifications

  • Elecnor - Working at Height Distribution Certificate
  • Elecnor - Electrical Risk Certificate
  • LCL - Power Transmission and Engineering Contractors Certificate
  • CONCO - Consolidated Power Projects Certificate

Personal Information

  • Year of Birth: 1993
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Zambian

Timeline

SAFETY COORDINATOR /LINESMAN

Elecnor Plc
08.2023 - 03.2025

RIGGER/LINESMAN

China Jiangxi Corporation For International Economic & Technical Cooperation
03.2020 - 06.2023

RIGGER/LINESMAN

Babcock Nuthuko
11.2017 - 12.2019

RIGGER/LINESMAN

KEC Internation Limited
04.2016 - 10.2017
TERENCE MATOLO