lebogang Malesa
@lebogangmalesa
Fire systems draughtsperson and draughtsman, creating precise 2D/3D drawings and compliant installations for commercial projects.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Deputy Presiding Officer
Electoral Commission of South Africa
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Assisted with voter roll inspection and voter registration, operating a scanner and completing registration forms with accurate reporting to local IEC offices. Safeguarded IEC materials, managed station administration, and counted votes while resolving disputes.
Education
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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