Jean Claude Blignaut

I worked on the following machines doing Breakdown repairs and mini rebuilts:

EPIROC > Minetruck MT65, Scooptram ST18, Boomer 282/M2C

SANDVIK>Louder 621I, Dumptruck TH663I,

NORMET>Spraymec, Charmec, Utilift, Multimec

• Developed and implemented specialized procedures for customer service operations.
• My work included: Repairs to minor frame damage
• Repair major frame damage
• Design and fabricate brackets and mountings
• Boom repairs Bucket repairs/Replacements
• Bucket Lip replacements
• Osoilation weldmans replacements
• Boom repair/Replacements
• Major Frame Repairs
• Engen Replacements
• Replacements
• Transmission Replacements
• Radiator Replacements
• Pumps and motor repairs/replacements
• Fault finding with qualified artisans (Electrical and Hydraulic)
• Development and fabricating of better deigns to make parts more operator/artisan friendly.
• Conducted regular assessments of employee performance to identify areas needing improvement.
• Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
• Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
• Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
• Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
• Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
• Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
• Provided training and mentoring support to junior level personnel when needed.

• I worked on the following machines doing rebuilds, repairs and PDI’s: DM 30, Pit Viper 351, Pit Viper 271, D65, T50, T45, ST 7B LP, BOOMER S1L, BOLTER SL, Minetruck MT42, ST1030, BOOMER 282, Minetruck MT65, ST 14 LP, Minetruck MT436B
• My work included: Repairs to minor frame damage
• Repair major frame damage
• Design and fabricate brackets and mountings
• Bucket repairs and replacements
• Boom repairs
• Development and fabricating of better designs to make parts more operator/artisan friendly.
• Pre Delivery Inspections on all machines.
• Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
• Replaced defective components or parts as needed.

• I worked on the following machines doing rebuilds, repairs and PDI’s: DM 30, Pit Viper 351, Pit Viper 271, D65, T50, T45, ST 7B LP, BOOMER S1L, BOLTER SL, Minetruck MT42, ST1030, BOOMER 282, Minetruck MT65, ST 14 LP, Minetruck MT436B
• My work included: Repairs to minor frame damage
• Repair major frame damage
• Design and fabricate brackets and mountings
• Bucket repairs and replacements
• Boom repairs
• Development and fabricating of better designs to make parts more operator/artisan friendly.

• I worked on the following machines:Epiroc> ST 600 LP, ST 7B LP, BOOMER S1L, BOLTER SL
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
• Assembled parts into complete units by welding them together.
• Inspected welds visually for defects such as cracks or porosity.
• Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
• I worked underground for 4 months with the service crew
• My responsibilities were: repairing all metal work on service machines and minor breakdowns
• Repairs to minor frame damage
• Safety system compartments
• Replacing drifters, turning devices, pumps, etc
• I was moved to surface where my responsibilities were major repairs, replacements and installations on our machines
• Bucket repairs/Replacements
• Bucket Lip replacements
• Oscillation weldments replacements
• Boom repair/Replacements
• Major Frame Repairs
• Engen Replacements
• Diff replacements
• Transmission Replacements
• Radiator Replacements
• Pumps and motor repairs/replacements
• Fault finding with qualified artisans (Electrical and Hydraulic)
• Development and fabricating of better deigns to make parts more operator/artisan friendly.

• Plants: Nitric Acid 1-2, FBG, Nitrophos, Liquid CN, Granulation, Supers, ANCN, Aqua Ammonia (plant built)
• Responsible for fabricating of structures and platework
• Installation and erection of structural steelwork
• Pipe work from ½” upwards
• Levelling and aligning of equipment and steelwork
• Developing and assembling of ninety-degree bends, flange and drilling of holes according to drawings
• Manufacturing and installation of bucket elevators and conveyor structures.
• Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Assembled parts into complete units by welding them together.
• Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
• Followed safety procedures when working around high-pressure systems.
• Constructed steel structures according to blueprints provided by engineers.
• Used oxyacetylene torch to cut through steel plate for fabrication purposes.
• Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
• Conducted tests on welds to ensure strength requirements were met.
• Operated cranes and hoists to move large objects during repair projects.
• Identified issues and brought to attention of foreman.
• Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
• Studied blueprints to determine locations, relationships and dimensions of parts.
• Read and understood drawings and used mathematical calculations for accurate results.

• Plants: Nitric Acid 1-2, FBG, Nitrophos, Liquid CN, Granulation, Supers, ANCN, Aqua Ammonia (plant built), Rustenburg Plant
• Gained experience with spot welds and working with manual metal arc equipment
• Planned future works with the senior Boilermakers to ensure all jobs were delivered on time
• Undertook training in first aid and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Performed repairs and maintenance on boilers, tanks, pressure vessels, and other industrial equipment.
• Fabricated parts to exact specifications using various tools such as cutting torches, grinders, and drill presses.
• Installed new piping systems in accordance with safety regulations.
• Operated forklifts and cranes to move heavy materials into place for fabrication or installation.
• Followed blueprints and schematics when constructing or repairing components.
• Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing any job duties.
• Used hoist to load structural parts of boilers, pressure vessels and tanks on pallets.
• Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
• Shaped seams, joints and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts to attain specified fit of parts.

• Worked at different companies and plants on shutdowns and pressure vessel testing
• Company includes Omnia, Safripol and AEL.
• Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
• Installed piping systems for water, gas, steam and other liquids according to blueprints.
• Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
• Cleaned machine parts with solvents before assembly or installation.
• Ensured all safety protocols were followed when handling hazardous materials.
• Provided technical support to colleagues when required.
• Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
• Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
• Calibrated instruments used in measuring temperature, pressure, flow rate.

• Gained experience in technical and engineering skills, like bench work, basic lifting techniques, basic drawing, coupling and drives
• Operating power and hand tools on a regular basis
• Performed welding processes using gas and arc welding processes.
• Read blueprints and drawings to determine dimensions of the parts to be fabricated or assembled.
• Carry out basic machining operations such as drilling, tapping, reaming, and countersinking.
• Check completed workpieces for accuracy and conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators.
• Troubleshoot problems that arise during the fabrication process.
• Clean up work area after each job is completed.

• Assist in installing electrical systems
• Install lighting, electrical outlets, and circuit breakers
• Thread conduit ends and connect couplings and conduit fittings using wrench
• Secure brackets to bulkheads with screws and bolts and pull wires through conduit leading to connection boxes, switch panels, and other terminals
• Use tools such as conduit benders, screwdrivers, pliers, knives, hacksaws, and wire strippers
• Hook up appliances for power
• Install new lighting and ceiling fans
• Rewire homes and businesses
• Assist in home inspections.