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lebogang Malesa

@lebogangmalesa

Fire systems draughtsperson and draughtsman, creating precise 2D/3D drawings and compliant installations for commercial projects.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can produce accurate 2D/3D technical drawings, support compliance to ASIB/SANS/SABS, and collaborate with engineers on projects. I want room to grow into stronger project execution and continuous improvement.

I build accurate technical drawings and documentation that move smoothly from approval to construction. I’m known for producing detailed sprinkler and related system drawings, adding tolerances, and delivering signed approval PDFs and CAD files.

In my draughtsman roles, I design sprinkler systems (piping), hose reels, pump house and valve chambers, and create cutting lists for site use. I also complete site visits to confirm installations, take measurements and mark-ups for as-built drawings, and resolve on-site queries.

Beyond drafting, I handle the administrative backbone of projects—tracking schedules, invoices, spreadsheet reporting, redlines, and project planning support. I collaborate closely with engineers, fabricators, installers, and internal configuration teams to refine designs and keep revisions controlled.

I’m also building business capability through my Operations Management diploma and Project Management Fundamentals certificate, with coursework including OEE, quality management, supply chain management, and lean production systems. I bring a disciplined, improvement-focused mindset to every job—clear communication, stakeholder awareness, and consistent delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Draughtsman (Antennas)

Alaris Antennas

Jun 2025 - Present (11 months)

Prepared 2D and 3D antenna drawings, including internal/external revisions and detailed section views, using SolidWorks per ECP requests. Managed drawing library and revision control, collaborated with configuration teams via Microsoft Teams/Outlook/SharePoint, and supported BOM/item card creation using Dynamic NAV.

WP

Fire Systems Draughtsman

Whip Fire Projects

Nov 2023 - Apr 2025 (1 year 5 months)

Created ASIB/SANS/SABS-compliant technical drawings for sprinkler systems (piping) for approval and construction, coordinating with engineers, fabricators, and installers to refine design concepts. Developed detailed drawings with section views/elevations, added tolerances and generated approval CAD/PDF outputs, and performed site mark-ups for as-built updates.

SC

Administrative Assistant

Shitshwane General Construction

Jun 2023 - Jul 2023 (1 month)

Scheduled client appointments and handled inquiries and complaints. Processed insurance claims, prepared quotations, invoices, and reports using QuickBooks, and completed site assessments with photographic proof for insurers.

KD

Fire Draughtsperson

Kgabo Fixed Fire Systems Designs

May 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 10 months)

Designed sprinkler system layouts (piping), hose reels, pump houses, and valve chambers for commercial sites. Produced cutting lists, conducted site visits to confirm installation, and handled administration including tracking schedules, invoices, and spreadsheet reporting.

FI

Design Draughtsperson

Fireco

Oct 2023 - Present (2 years 7 months)

Produced sprinkler system designs including piping, hose reels, pump houses, and valve chambers. Created cutting lists, supported site visits to resolve installation queries, and completed related administration such as tracking schedules and invoices.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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ALISON

Diploma in Operations Management (OPS), Operations Management

2024 -

Activities and societies: Modules: Introduction to OM; Operations Management and decision making; Managing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); Quality management; Supply chain management; Managing lean production systems.

Completed a Diploma in Operations Management (OPS), focusing on operations management concepts and decision-making. Covered topics including OEE, quality management, supply chain management, and lean production systems.

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MANCOSA

Certificate in Project Management Fundamentals (Skillme), Project Management

2024 -

Activities and societies: Modules: project management context & concepts; projects/programmes & management; project team management; project management cycle; project initiation; project planning phase 1 & 2; project implementation phase 1 & 2.

Completed a Certificate in Project Management Fundamentals (Skillme). Topics included the project management cycle, project initiation and planning, team management, and implementation phases.

TC

The CAD Corporation

AutoCAD Essentials, Advanced & 3D Drawing and Modelling, Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD)

2019 -

Activities and societies: Essentials: tools for creating/editing 2D drawings; annotations (text, hatching, dimensions, tables), blocks, and layouts. Advanced: dynamic blocks & attributes, sheet sets, layers, productivity customization, macros/routines. 3D: solids/surfaces, 3D editing/visualisation, UCS, drawing from 3D models.

Completed AutoCAD training across Essentials, Advanced, and 3D drawing and modelling. Covered core 2D drawing, annotations, dynamic blocks, sheet sets, and 3D solids, surfaces, editing, and visualization.

DC

Denver Technical College

N6 Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering

2018 - 2019

Activities and societies: Modules: Building Administration; Quantity Survey; Building Structural and Construction; Building Structural Surveying. Practical: Safety in working environment; L-shaped & T-junction one brick wall; Soldier course arch; Plastering & jointing; Plumbing & drainage; Concrete test-slump test.

Completed N6 Civil Engineering studies, covering building administration, quantity surveying, structural and construction topics, and building structural surveying. Completed practical modules in areas such as safety and basic brick wall, arch, plastering, plumbing and drainage, and concrete testing.

TS

Tom Naude Technical High School

National Senior Certificate (NSC), General Education (NSC)

2017 -

Grade: Grade 12

Activities and societies: Modules: English (HL), Afrikaans (FAL), Mathematics, Physical science, Civil Technology, Engineering Graphic and Designs, Life orientation.

Completed Grade 12 and obtained the National Senior Certificate (NSC). Studied subjects including English (HL), Afrikaans (FAL), Mathematics, Physical Science, Civil Technology, Engineering Graphics and Design, and Life Orientation.

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