Petrus Iipinge Shaanika
Swakopmund,Namibia
Summary
I am interested in profession that will allow me to be active and creative towards contributing in any Organization I serve. I am always interested in learning new techniques and Skills.
Disciplined Enlisted Marine with specialized skills in strategic planning, logistics management, and team leadership. Known for ability to efficiently complete tasks with high productivity, ensuring operational success. Thrives using strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to excel in challenging environments.
Highly disciplined with background as Enlisted Marine. Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, and logistical coordination in past roles. Knowledgeable in risk management and crisis response protocols. Made significant contributions to team efficiency and mission success through exceptional communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine fitter and Turner
Walvis bay marine engineering cc
Walvis bay
10.2025 - Current
- Operated various marine engineering tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in repairing and restoring marine vessels to operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed during operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of marine systems for potential issues and repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of service logs and equipment usage for compliance checks.
- Trained new enlisted personnel on proper tool usage and safety procedures.
- Supported senior engineers in troubleshooting complex mechanical problems on-site.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and operational strategies.
- Repaired damaged structures using hand tools and power tools.
Mechanical Fitter AND Turner
EBH (Namdock)
Walvis Bay, Namibia
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Maintenance and assembly/replacing of vessels and Oil rigs machinery such as Cranes, pumps, engine, thruster, winches, Generators, electrical motors.
- Machining and modification of new parts.
Plant Maintenance Fitter
Wei's Namibia cc
Swakopmund, Namibia
02.2018 - 07.2018
Plant Maintenance Fitter
Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine
Swakopmund, Namibia
06.2015 - 07.2017
- A Member of the Paladin Energy Ltd Group of Companies
Plant Maintenance Fitter and Turner
Niingo Steel & Carpentry cc under ABB (DUNDEE Precious Metals)
, Namibia
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Maintaining, Repair, install and overhauls plant equipment's from crusher to recovery, such as Apron feeders, Crushers, Conveyors, Convertors, Mills, Overheard Plant Cranes, Scrubbers, Screens, Cyclone feed, Thickeners, Gearboxes, Agitators, Valves, Pumps, Mechanical drives and etc.
- Carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance and Running inspection with a proactive approach, to minimal plant shutdown time.
- Knowledge of using computerized Maintenance Management Systems e.g. on -key, SAP and PRONTO.
- Repairing, Maintaining and Faults finding on hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
- Inspect, diagnose, Root cause analysis, service, test, calibrate all machine
- Carrying out Risk Assessment and eliminating Hazards.
Fitter & Turner
Auto Reconditioning Centre
, Namibia
05.2014 - 11.2014
Fitter Trainee
Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine
Swakopmund, Namibia
03.2013 - 02.2014
- A Member of the Paladin Energy Ltd Group of Companies
Fitter & Turner Trainee
ROTARY Mining Namibia (Engineering Workshop)
, Namibia
02.2012 - 08.2012
- Maintaining machinery, assembling, repairing and maintaining Earth moving equipment.
- Overhauls inspect, diagnose, failure analysis, service, test, calibrate earth moving equipment's and machinery
- Read and interpret engineering drawing.
- Polishing and cutting crank shafts.
- Line boring and re-sleeve engine cylinder
- Welding, Machining, Skimming and Milling.
- Operating workshop machinery such as Lathe, Milling, Driller, Shaper, Pipe Cutter etc.
- Ordering spare parts and materials.
- Making up hydraulic, Pneumatic pipes
Education
National Vocational Certificate- Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering - Fitter & Turner
Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT)
Grade 12 -
Shaanika Nashilongo Senior Secondary School
Skills
- I am ambitious therefore do not mind working hard or taking on additional responsibilities I have good communication and interpersonal relationship skills I would like to pursue my career in a direction that enables me to use my skills as a fitter & Turner
Hobbies and Interests
I am an outgoing, motivated person, with a quick learning curve. I have deep interest in the Mechanical Engineering, with diverse passion in Fitter and Turner in Mining Environment to Marine engineering but not limited to Workshop engineering. I enjoy listening to music, meet new people and watching Megastructure Documentaries.
Languages
- Oshiwambo, Good, Good, Good
- English, Good, Good, Good
- Afrikaans, Good, Fair, Fair
References
- Mr. Chris Abbiator, Team Leader, Swakop Uranium Mine, +264 81 142 6158
- Mr. EINO Tangeni, B2Gold Mine, +264 81 7548569
- Mr. Samuel Kaanduka, Engineering workshop, +264 81 3832663
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/24/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Namibian
- Marital Status: Single
- Place of Birth: Onandjila
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Intermediate
B1
Portuguese
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Marine fitter and Turner
Walvis bay marine engineering cc
10.2025 - Current
Mechanical Fitter AND Turner
EBH (Namdock)
08.2018 - 07.2021
Plant Maintenance Fitter
Wei's Namibia cc
02.2018 - 07.2018
Plant Maintenance Fitter
Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine
06.2015 - 07.2017
Plant Maintenance Fitter and Turner
Niingo Steel & Carpentry cc under ABB (DUNDEE Precious Metals)
11.2014 - 05.2015
Fitter & Turner
Auto Reconditioning Centre
05.2014 - 11.2014
Fitter Trainee
Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine
03.2013 - 02.2014
Fitter & Turner Trainee
ROTARY Mining Namibia (Engineering Workshop)
02.2012 - 08.2012
National Vocational Certificate- Level 3 - Mechanical Engineering - Fitter & Turner
Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT)
Grade 12 -
Shaanika Nashilongo Senior Secondary School