Daniel Lombaard
Heavy duty equipment mechanic
Tumbler Ridge,BC
Summary
Heavy Duty Mechanic with 20 years’ experience in mining industry.
Professional technician with solid background in heavy equipment maintenance and repair. Adept at identifying and resolving mechanical failures to enhance operational efficiency. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering consistent results. Skilled in hydraulic systems, electrical troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy duty equipment technician
Conuma resources
04.2023 - Current
- Heavy duty equipment technician (+/-600 hours)
- Tools and equipment
- Preventive maintenance
- Running repairs and breakdowns
- Fault finding
- Planning of tasks
- Inspections on machines
- Mine rescue
- Jan van der Schyff, 250 242 3764, Maintenance lead hand.
- Diagnosed and repaired heavy-duty equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, enhancing problem-solving efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment repair techniques, fostering skill development within the team.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote efficiency, safety, and professionalism within the shop environment.
Site Mechanic
Andru Mining
10.2016 - 03.2023
- Foreman Duties (4000 hours)
- Tools and equipment
- Service parts availability
- Lifting equipment
- Workshop maintenance
- Assistants managed
- Help manager with duties
- Heavy Duty Mechanic Duties (10000 hours)
- Service
- Preventive maintenance
- Breakdowns
- Inspections
- Planning of tasks
- Fault finding
- Painting of machines
- Welding and Gas cutting
- Andru.co.za
- Jonathan Angessen ,083 785 9624, 011 395 0200, jonathan@andru.co.za . Plant manager
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance on mining machinery, extending equipment lifespan and reducing downtime.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Upheld quality control standards for all completed work, ensuring each vehicle left the shop operating at peak performance.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Led team to improve repair turnaround times, coordinating tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Enhanced team morale and productivity by establishing positive work environment.
Manager/ Mechanic
Jar-Oil
01.2010 - 10.2016
- Heavy Duty Mechanic Duties (3000 hours)
- Service of trucks and LDV’s
- Breakdowns
- Inspections
- Maintenance
- Repairs on tanks and pumps
- Manager duties (8000 hours)
- Manage staff and collections planned and customer relations.
- Scheduled maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and kept equipment service records.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through proper disposal of hazardous waste materials and adherence to environmental standards.
- Evaluated and recommended upgrades for machinery, driving improvements in operational capabilities.
- Contributed to cost savings by accurately identifying necessary replacement parts and negotiating favorable pricing from suppliers.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
Site Mechanic
MCC Group
10.2008 - 01.2010
- Heavy Duty Mechanic Duties (2300 hours)
- Service of excavators
- Maintenance
- Breakdowns
- Fault finding
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery, extending equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Mentored junior mechanics on best practices in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
- Maintained a clean work environment that promoted safety while enhancing overall productivity.
- Leveraged diagnostic tools such as multimeters and pressure gauges to accurately identify malfunctions in electrical systems.
Apprentice and Heavy Duty mechanic
Liebherr Africa
01.2004 - 10.2008
- Apprentice and Heavy Duty mechanic Duties (8600 hours)
- Service
- Breakdowns
- Components rebuild
- Engine rebuilds
- Warranty repairs
- Field service
- Special tools used
- Fault finding
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Exhibited strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, completing tasks diligently.
- Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment.
Education
National Certificate N3-N6 - Mechanical engineering
Springs Ekurhuleni College
Apprentice Mechanic - undefined
Liebherr Africa
01.2008
Red Seal Diesel Mechanic - undefined
IFTA Training academy
01.2008
Skills
- Mining Shovels
- Overburden Drills: Sandvick DP1500i,D75
- Excavators: Hitachi 870,270,8000, CAT 320,349,390,395,336, Komatsu PC300,PC1250,2000,7000, Liebherr R900-R996
- Haul Trucks (off High Way): Cat 773E,773F,793F,785,789
- Graders: Komatsu GD 655, GD675, Cat m18,m24
- Loaders: Komatsu WA430, WA480,WA900, Cat992
- TLB: JCB 3cx
- Tamping Roller
- Dump Trucks and Articulated Dump Trucks: Bell (B30D,B30E,B40E)
- Bulldozer: Cat D8R, D9,D10, Komatsu D65
- Various Trucks: Hino 500, Nissan CM 14, Mercedes
- LDV’s: Toyota, Ford, Hyundai, Nissan NP 200
- Hydraulic systems
- Diagnostic expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Professional Working
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Heavy duty equipment technician
Conuma resources
04.2023 - Current
Site Mechanic
Andru Mining
10.2016 - 03.2023
Manager/ Mechanic
Jar-Oil
01.2010 - 10.2016
Site Mechanic
MCC Group
10.2008 - 01.2010
Apprentice and Heavy Duty mechanic
Liebherr Africa
01.2004 - 10.2008
Apprentice Mechanic - undefined
Liebherr Africa
Red Seal Diesel Mechanic - undefined
IFTA Training academy
National Certificate N3-N6 - Mechanical engineering
Springs Ekurhuleni College
Other Courses
- Basic slingman functions and duties
- Novice learner telescopic boom handler
- Novice learner truck mounted crane
- Basic rigging
- Sustainable small business development
- Liebherr R934 to R984 service course
- Liebherr R9250 to R9350 training