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Michael  Matundu

Michael Matundu

Swakopmund,Namibia

Education

Project Management - Business Administration

Stadio Namibia
Windhoek
01-2026

Higher Certificate in Management - Business Administration

Stadio Namibia
Windhoek
09-2022

National Vocational Certificate (N3) - Diesel Mechanic

NIMT
Arandis, Erongo
01.2010

GCSE - English, Physical Science, Biology, Mathematics, History, Geography

St Joseph's RC High School Dobra
Windhoek, Khomas
10.2005

Summary

Experienced QA/QC inspector, dedicated to accurate, efficient servicing, repair and maintenance. Providing a positive, team-orientated work ethic with meticulous attention to accuracy and quality standards. Excellent time management and multi-tasking abilities.

Proven Diesel Mechanic & Quality Control Inspector with background in conducting detailed inspections, testing products, and ensuring compliance with standards. Experience includes developing quality control systems, good communication skills, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions. Strengths lie in analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and deep understanding of inspection methods and tools. Previous work has resulted in improved product quality and efficiency in operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Inspector

Swakop Uranium
Swakopmund, Namibia
08.2020 - Current
  • Handle routine checks on products and processes, ensuring quality requirements are consistently adhered to.
  • Collate data for supplier feedback, reporting quality control issues, and negotiating possible solutions.
  • Consistently met specifications, through thorough testing and assessment.
  • Carried out inspections within allotted timeframes to best maintain progress and productivity.
  • Supervised, trained, and mentored a team of subordinates to consistently meet and exceed quality targets.
  • Worked closely with a team to report issues and problems for swift resolution.
  • Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
  • Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
  • Analyzed data from process control systems to identify trends in product quality.
  • Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
  • Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
  • Generated reports summarizing inspection results, defect trends, and other statistical data.
  • Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.

Senior Mechanical Technician

Swakop Uranium
Swakopmund
06.2017 - 08.2020
  • Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on mechanical systems, equipment, and components.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop solutions for complex problems.
  • Assisted in the design of prototypes based on customer specifications.
  • Identified cost-saving measures related to repairs and replacements.
  • Implemented quality control procedures to ensure high-quality service is achieved efficiently and safely.
  • Trained junior technicians on proper maintenance techniques for various machines.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding service issues or concerns.

Field Service Technician

Komatsu Mining Equipment
Swakopmund, Namibia
10.2012 - 06.2017
  • Worked with all OEM equipment on-site for Komatsu.
  • Conducted tests to guarantee optimal performance of systems.
  • Quality maintenance of equipment at different sites.
  • Execution of planned jobs in a specified timeframe.
  • Execution of breakdowns and unplanned jobs.

Field Service, General Mechanic

Barloworld Equipment, CAT
Windhoek, Namibia
03.2012 - 09.2012
  • General Mechanic for all CAT equipment.
  • Worked with underground CAT equipment at Rosh Pinah Mine.

Field Service Mechanic

Rotary Engineering Services, Rotary Engineering Namibia
Swakopmund, Namibia
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Worked on Komatsu Equipment, PC800 excavator, PC5500 super shovels, GD Drill Techs, and Atlas Pit Viper Drills, Komatsu 730 E Haul Trucks at Rössing Uranium Limited.
  • Worked on Caterpillar front loader 988G, Caterpillar Grader 14H, Komatsu HD 465, Komatsu HD 785, Hydraulic Liebherr Excavator R984 - C, Komatsu Grader G825A, and Assemble PC2000 with Rotary Engineering Services at Langer Heinrich Mine.
  • Complete undercarriage overhaul on Komatsu 27-5 dozers, Overhauls on all Final Drives of Komatsu HD 785-5 damp trucks, for Karibib Mining Construction Company (KMCC).

Diesel Mechanic (Internship)

Autohaus Commercial Vehicles
Windhoek, Namibia
09.2007 - 02.2008
  • 2nd year apprenticeship.

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Namibian Ports of Authority
Walvis Bay, Namibia
09.2006 - 02.2008
  • 1st year apprenticeship.

Skills

  • Code C Driver's License
  • SAP
  • NOSA
  • ISO 45001, 9001, 14001
  • Project management
  • MS Suite (Excel,Word,etc)
  • OEM Training

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Quality Control Inspector

Swakop Uranium
08.2020 - Current

Senior Mechanical Technician

Swakop Uranium
06.2017 - 08.2020

Field Service Technician

Komatsu Mining Equipment
10.2012 - 06.2017

Field Service, General Mechanic

Barloworld Equipment, CAT
03.2012 - 09.2012

Field Service Mechanic

Rotary Engineering Services, Rotary Engineering Namibia
01.2008 - 01.2012

Diesel Mechanic (Internship)

Autohaus Commercial Vehicles
09.2007 - 02.2008

Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

Namibian Ports of Authority
09.2006 - 02.2008

Project Management - Business Administration

Stadio Namibia

Higher Certificate in Management - Business Administration

Stadio Namibia

National Vocational Certificate (N3) - Diesel Mechanic

NIMT

GCSE - English, Physical Science, Biology, Mathematics, History, Geography

St Joseph's RC High School Dobra

References

  • Josia Hangula

+264812012229

Senior Reliability Engineer, Swakop Uranium

  • Petrus Aula

+2648 12550570

Superintendent, Swakop Uranium

  • Frikkie Ferreira

+264816422491

Komatsu Operational Manager

Michael Matundu