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Avhapfani Nekhavhambe

@avhapfaninekhavhambe

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Experienced water plant operator and chemical engineering technician focused on safe, efficient water treatment.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek operational roles in water treatment where I can apply SCADA/process control, ensure safety and compliance, grow technical skills, and contribute to reliable plant performance.

I am a motivated Water Plant Operator and Chemical Engineering technician with an NQF Level 6 (N6) qualification and hands-on experience in municipal and mining water treatment operations.

I have operated and maintained treatment equipment, managed chemical dosing and stock, performed laboratory sampling, and run SCADA/PLC systems to ensure compliant water quality and reliable production.

My background includes assistant process controller and plant operator roles where I led routine inspections, troubleshooting, first-line maintenance, RO/CIP procedures, and emergency response to minimize downtime and risk.

I hold multiple safety and operational certifications including confined space, working at heights, chemical handling, and water/wastewater supervision, and I prioritize safety, accurate data capture, and continuous operational improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Water Plant Operator

Current

Watercare Mining Innovation

May 2025 - Present (6 months)

Operate and maintain water treatment equipment at Mponeng Harmony Gold (Tautona shaft), perform SCADA-controlled operations, sampling and lab work, and manage chemical offloading to ensure safe, compliant plant performance.

SCADA RO CIP Process Control Troubleshooting

Assistant Process Controller

Vhembe District Municipality

Aug 2023 - Apr 2025 (1 year 8 months)

Oversaw daily water treatment operations including water quality analysis, chemical dosing, routine maintenance and inspections, and ensured compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Maintenance Troubleshooting Health & Safety

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Modibe Training

Water and Wastewater Treatment Supervision (NQF Level 4), Water and Wastewater Treatment

Completed water and wastewater treatment supervision training (NQF Level 4) to support supervisory duties in treatment plants.

Cora Well

Confined Space and Working at Heights Training Certificates, Health and Safety / Plant Operations

Completed certified training in confined space entry and working at heights relevant to water and plant operations.

NOSA College

Chemical Handling Training Certificate, Chemical Handling / Safety

Completed chemical handling training focused on safe handling, storage, and disposal of process chemicals.

Vhembe TVET College

National Certificate in Chemical Engineering (NQF Level 6), Chemical Engineering

Completed a National Certificate in Chemical Engineering (NQF Level 6/N6) focused on chemical engineering fundamentals and water treatment principles.