Riaan B.
Mid-Level Electrical Technician
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About
Riaan J. is a qualified Electrical Technician from South Africa with an extensive background in electrical maintenance and installation. With a career beginning as an apprentice at Highveld Steel, Riaan gained hands-on experience in electrical components and operations, progressing to roles at Koornfontein Collieries and Remote Metering Solutions. His responsibilities have included electrical maintenance on LV and MV systems, power distribution installations, and fault-finding on electrical operations. Riaan has worked extensively within the solar energy sector, joining Solarxact to design and install solar and PV systems, demonstrating his adeptness in renewable energy solutions. His technical skills include the utilization of medium voltage systems and the operation of SAP with proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Riaan's experience spans multiple industries, including steel, coal mining, and solar energy, showcasing his adaptability and technical expertise.
Experience
Electrical Technician
@JS Workshop · 2024 — 2026Managed the installation of electrical systems, including cables, fans, motors, and control panels. Designed and constructed electrical control systems while performing fault finding on a variety of electrical installations.Electrician
Solarxact · 2026 — PresentFocused on designing and installing solar and PV systems, performing maintenance on existing systems and electrical infrastructure across commercial and residential buildings.Electrical Technician
Goedehoop South Collieries · 2022 — 2024Oversaw maintenance and installation of various mechanical and electrical devices, addressed breakdowns, and reported on maintenance activities using software tools. Also facilitated procurement processes and acted as Site Manager during absences.Electrical Technician
Enprotec, Greenside Collieries · 2021 — 2022Responsible for maintaining and installing mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation devices on filter presses, along with attending to equipment breakdowns and performing standby duties.Electrical Technician
Metronomic (Previously Remote Metering Solutions) · 2016 — 2021Installed and maintained electrical meters in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Handled the installation of communication devices for electrical meters and conducted tests for meter calibration.Shift Electrician
Koornfontein Collieries · 2008 — 2016Executed maintenance on plant equipment such as pumps, screens, conveyors, thickeners, and feeders. Provided standby and shift support, and assisted with breakdowns. Gained experience in maintenance planning while acting as planner during absences.Apprentice in the electrical trade
Highveld Steel and Vanadium Corporation Ltd · 2005 — 2008Performed duties applicable to the electrical trade as an apprentice while undergoing training.Furnace Operator/Electrical Mechanician
Highveld Steel and Vanadium Corporation Ltd · 2008 — 2008Conducted electrical maintenance on furnace electrical components and operated the furnace during shifts, including fault finding and repairs on related installations.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Electro technology N4Nkangala Technical College · 2011 — Present
- Mathematics N4Techron Training Private College · 2011 — Present
- Mathematics N3Nkangala Technical College · 2006 — Present
- Physics N3Nkangala Technical College · 2006 — Present
- Electro Technology N3Nkangala Technical College · 2006 — Present
- Engineering Drawings N3Nkangala Technical College · 2006 — Present
- Mechanical Draughting N4Nkangala Technical College · 2006 — Present
- Higher Grade MatricWitbank Technical High School · 2000 — 2004