Construction of Selibe Phikwe 50MW, Solar Power Plant; Electrical Quality Inspector,•Perform comprehensive inspections of electrical installations, including construction of cable trenches, LV and MV cable pulling, ensuring strict adherence to project specifications, industry standards, and quality assurance protocols.•Oversee the quality control process for the installation, termination, and commissioning of electrical systems, including inverters, power transformers, instrument transformers, and or substation primary & secondary equipment. •Supervise the construction and commissioning of the BPC(Utility) & IPP Control room, ensuring the correct installation and proper termination of 220kV control and IPP switchgear panels, with a focus on functionality, quality, reliability, and safety.

•Led energy efficiency initiatives for clients, including conducting over 5 energy audits for industrial facilities, identifying an average inefficiency of over 30%, and recommending cost-saving measures that resulted in a 20% reduction in energy consumption, translating to estimated annual savings of over 20% in utility costs while meeting production targets.•Leveraged strong communication skills to deliver presentations on energy management systems to over 50 potential customers. Effectively translated complex energy audit findings into actionable insights and recommendations for optimizing energy efficiency, resulting in enhanced energy monitoring and control capabilities.•Investigated and addressed discrepancies in client utility bills, assisting them in recovering funds by implementing effective revenue protection strategies to ensure accurate metering and billing practices.

•Conducted routine tests on secondary equipment, I.e meters, relays, & breakers, verifying functionality and performance through various tests including Insulation Resistance Tests, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA), Open & Closed Circuit Tests and Winding Resistance Tests.•Installed modern SEL digital protection relays and power meters at multiple BPC substations, upgrading the old system into smart technology for improved performance.•Generated comprehensive reports and documentation of testing, maintenance, and commissioning activities, providing valuable insights and recommendations for clients.

•Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance within the power plant, proactively promoting a culture of safety and risk mitigation across all operational activities.•Acquired hands-on experience in the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of critical power plant instrumentation, including sensors, transducers, valves, actuators, PLCs, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and SCADA systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.•Programmed and wired IEDs, integrating them with SCADA systems for real-time monitoring and automation of the auxiliary plant operations, optimizing system efficiency and performance.•Gained comprehensive on-site experience by conducting routine site visits, performing in-depth troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues to minimize downtime and enhance system reliability.