1. Stephen Bird
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Tel: +27 793774851 / +27 794712292
Stephenbird63@gmail.com
An experienced Mining Electrician with 34 years experience who has also performed
supervisory duties. Has managed and mentored direct reports and apprentices. Proven to be
a very good problem solver both technically and with people and known to solve
interpersonal conflict in a calm manner. A loyal and dedicated worker who consistently
exceeded his personal objectives in his career. Has demonstrated continuous development
by attending training courses. Proven to be a hard enthusiastic worker with excellent
attendance, and experienced in working in a multi cultured environment. Can work as part of
a team or independently and is ready for a new challenge.
Training Courses
 First aid training
 Trainee Operator Manual course completed
 Alimak Hoist Operation
 First aid First Responder
 PLC - Level 1
 Underground Generator Synchronization Controls and Operation
 Fire Safety Training
 Height & Harness Awareness Course
 Scissor/Boom Mobile Elevated Working Platform
 Interruptible Load Training
 Demand Reduction Dispatch Procedure
 Ddiphoterine Training
 Training to Drive in house Heavy Duty Machinery
 Basic Computer knowledge
 SASOL (Sasdiens) Training
Work Experience
Lisheen Mine, Moyne, Thurles, Co Tipperary, Ireland
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2. February 2000 to Present,
Underground Shift Electrician
• Cable jointing Low voltage to High voltage 110v to 11000v and adhering to strict
procedures
 Checking and daily maintenance on heavy duty pumping system for
underground.
 Responsible for Electrical maintenance of crusher and belt system.
 Maintaining Tunnel Radio System.
 Reading Electrical Drawings.
 Shift work.
 Reporting to Foreman on maintenance and installation of all electrical
equipment.
 Isolating, tagging, testing and trouble shooting all problems in all areas.
 Performing Preventative Maintenance on a weekly basis.
 Undertake Risk assessment on all electrical problems
 Trouble shooting on Telephone system of the mine.
M.R.P.C (Insam), Witbank, South Africa. November 1998 to January 2000,
Underground Electrician
 Shift Supervisor
 Managing performance and developing a team of electricans/mechanics
 Ensuring all work carried out safely and to a high standard
 Performing all electrical maintenance and installations around the mine.
 Daily reports on all jobs performed.
 Maintenance of time sheets
 Counselling team to improve performance
Karee Mine, Rustenburg, South Africa 1995 to November 1998,
Underground Electrician
 Performing all electrical maintenance and installations around the mine.
 Daily reports on all jobs performed.
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3. Sasol Petro-chemical.2 Elecrical & Instrumentation, 1988 to
1995,
Secunda,
South Africa
Maintenance Electrician
 Installation and wiring of Panels for ovens and gasifiers on the plant.
 General Electrical Maintenance and trouble shooting.
 Quality: Accuracy and client satisfaction
 Switchgear Installation
 Panel Wiring
 Re-Wiring of Premises
 Plant Maintenance
Babbington Colliery and Gedling Colliery, 1979 to 1988,
Nottingham,
England
Underground Electrician
Managed district, maintaining machinery, belts and switches
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
 Certificate of Apprenticeship.
Arnold & Carlton College, Nottingham, England
Electrical Tech & Practice (C4)
Associated Studies (C4)
Mathematics Mechanical Tech. & Precut. (C4)
Mining Technology & Practical
 CSE Secondary School Diploma
Player Comprehensive
Nottingham
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4. England
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth: 18
th
July 1963
Citizenship: British (Permanent Residence in South Africa)
Marital Status: Married
Dependants: 2
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
I like reading and walking my dog. Darts is one of my great pass times. Like all sports.
REFERENCES ON REQUEST
One attached form last employer
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