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Wapale Kalla

Wapale Kalla

Windhoek

Summary

Senior Electrical Engineer and Project Manager with over 10 years of technical work ecperience in the renewable energy sector of Namibia. Always willing to learn. Ability to coordinate, implement and execute projects of various sizes. Capability of producing ingenious solutions in high tech environments and possess the ability to design, inspect, initiate, cost as well as close out projects. Experienced overseeing diverse teams across or on projects to meet the end goal. Ability to manage stakeholders well. Solid understanding of electrical engineering, sound renewable energy practices as well as project management principles. Project Management degree holder and professional and with knowledge in agile methodology. Seasoned Electrical Engineer and renewable energy consultant offering many years of experience developing designs, management and installations for industrial and commerical projects. Strong project management background involving domestic and international teams, able to work in within agile environments. Multi-talented Project Manager offering many years of experience orchestrating operations activities, financial support, and resource management to achieve project objectives. Able to drive stakeholder meetings to determine estimates and build financial forecasts using available software. Determined and motivated professional recognized for fostering positive morale among project contributors, regardless of project size or scope.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Electrical Engineer Project Manager

Sunrise Solar Solutions
Ondangwa
01.2018 - Current
  • Senior Electrical Engineeer Project Manager and Consulting Engineer (PHOTOVOLTAIC Sites), Electrical Engineering (Planning, Organising Costing and Leading)
  • Business and Natural Resource Management Strategist, Quality Assurance, and Business development.
  • Monitored budgeting and tracked project costs to ensure financial success of projects.
  • Established relationships with external partners, clients who may provide services, products needed for successful completion of a project.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members when needed to meet project objectives.

Executive Chairman

Oranjemund Social Football Club
Windhoek
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Managed logistics related to uniforms, equipment supplies and other resources required by the team.
  • Established rules regarding conduct both on and off the field for players and coaches alike.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance.
  • Organized fundraising events to support team activities or equipment purchases.

Class Representative/ Leader

Namibia Business School
Windhoek
03.2018 - 11.2022
  • Provided support to fellow students in academic, social, or personal matters.
  • Maintained an open dialogue with classmates about their concerns and issues faced by them.
  • Advocated for student rights in administrative forums.

PV System Designer/ Engineer

Orujaveze Solar cc
Windhoek
09.2014 - 12.2017
  • Designed and implemented development projects for clients.
  • Provided technical leadership in the resolution of complex system issues and performance bottlenecks.
  • Costing and Estimations Design Solar PV systems
  • Relationship Manager (Stakeholder), Organize Meetings and brief potential clients
  • Research Enthusiast, Registered at NEI and REIAoN as Energy Trader and Approved Installer
  • Conducted Energy Audits on buildings and delivered cost-saving energy solutions to clients

Intern Electrical Engineer

NamPower Corporation: Van Eck Coal Power
Windhoek
12.2012 - 12.2013
  • Project executor and electrical maintenance, Unit generator refurbishment project participant, Soot-blower motor replacement project
  • Assisted in the development of engineering projects and plans of national importance
  • Fault-finding and motor replacement
  • Conducted regular inspections of engineering equipment and systems in Power Stations.

Faculty Council Chairperson (SRC)

Cape Peninsula University
Cape Town
01.2012 - 12.2013
  • Represented student interest at Management level
  • Resolved conflicts between students and academic staff members in a professional manner.
  • Attended disciplinary proceedings involving university legal team and students facing disciplinary hearings to defend students.
  • Established relationships with external partners or vendors as needed for events and functions.

Intern Electrical Engineer

NamPower Corporation: Ruacana Hydro Power Station
Ruacana
06.2012 - 07.2012
  • Project execution and electrical maintenance
  • Ruacana O-ring replacement project team member
  • Diversion Weir (Angola) clean-up project
  • Ruacana: Waterfall sluice gate alignment
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.

Education

MBA - Management Strategy

Namibia Business School (UNAM)
Windhoek
01-2025

Post Graduate Diploma: Business Administration - Management Strategy

Namibia Business School (UNAM)
Windhoek
01.2019

BTech: Project Management - Cum Laude

Cape Peninsula University
Cape Town
12-2017

BTech: Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

Cape Peninsula University
Cape Town
12-2014

ND: Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

Cape Peninsula University
Cape Town
12-2013

National Senior Secondary Certificate -

Delta Secondary School Windhoek
Windhoek
12-2008

Junior Secondary Certificate -

Delta Secondary School
Windhoek
12-2006

Skills

  • AutoCAD, DIGSilent
  • Microsoft Office Project
  • PVSyst, MATLab
  • HYBRID, SKELION
  • SAM : System Advisor
  • RETScreen (CAN), HOMER Legacy

Personal Information

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Date of Birth: 11 October 1990
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Namibian
  • Driving License: Code B- First Issue 23 December 2008

Certification

  • Victron Energy Training Certificate: Advanced Training & Programming of ESS Systems (Victron Product Update)
  • Kafue Gorge Regional Training Center: Distribution Line Design and Construction
  • Wiremans License: Installation Rules Paper 1 - 50%
  • Wiremans License: Installation Rules Paper 2 - 60%

Languages

English
First Language
German
Beginner
A1
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Oshindonga (Oshiwambo)
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

Leonard Haulofu

Sunrise Solar Solutions

+26461260338

Gokulan Thambipilai

Trinity Transactionary Advisory

+264811284242

Louwrenzo Louw

NamPower Corporation Pty Ltd

+264612052588

Timeline

Executive Chairman

Oranjemund Social Football Club
01.2022 - 12.2023

Class Representative/ Leader

Namibia Business School
03.2018 - 11.2022

Senior Electrical Engineer Project Manager

Sunrise Solar Solutions
01.2018 - Current

PV System Designer/ Engineer

Orujaveze Solar cc
09.2014 - 12.2017

Intern Electrical Engineer

NamPower Corporation: Van Eck Coal Power
12.2012 - 12.2013

Intern Electrical Engineer

NamPower Corporation: Ruacana Hydro Power Station
06.2012 - 07.2012

Faculty Council Chairperson (SRC)

Cape Peninsula University
01.2012 - 12.2013

MBA - Management Strategy

Namibia Business School (UNAM)

Post Graduate Diploma: Business Administration - Management Strategy

Namibia Business School (UNAM)

BTech: Project Management - Cum Laude

Cape Peninsula University

BTech: Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

Cape Peninsula University

ND: Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

Cape Peninsula University

National Senior Secondary Certificate -

Delta Secondary School Windhoek

Junior Secondary Certificate -

Delta Secondary School
Wapale Kalla