KELVIN S. KYISSIMA
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Highly motivated Mechanical Engineering professional with strong hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance, industrial inspections, and production support across cement, beverage, and power-generation industries. Skilled in 2D/3D modelling, computer-aided engineering, and industrial safety practices. Experienced in equipment servicing, troubleshooting, and field maintenance as a technician/maintenance executor during multiple industrial training programs. Committed to delivering reliable engineering and maintenance solutions through strong technical ability, teamwork, and attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer Intern - Inspection Engineer
Tanzania Portland Cement PLC (TWIGA CEMENT)
10.2025 - Current
- Conduct inspections on mechanical systems and components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Use precision tools and checklists to evaluate equipment performance.
- Assist engineers with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintenance coordination.
- Support preventive and corrective maintenance planning and tasks.
- Participate in root cause analysis and follow-up actions.
Industrial Trainee – Technician / Maintenance Executor
Tanzania Portland Cement PLC (TWIGA CEMENT)
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Performed field maintenance tasks on rotary and auxiliary equipment.
- Conducted lubrication, alignment, bolt tightening, inspections, and component replacements.
- Supported shutdown operations through dismantling and installation tasks.
- Identified defects and reported abnormalities.
- Maintained safety and updated maintenance logs.
Industrial Trainee – Mechanical Technician Assistant
Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL)
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted artisans in servicing, adjustments, and repairs of production machinery.
- Monitored machine behavior to detect faults early.
- Participated in troubleshooting conveyors, and packaging machines.
- Followed SOPs and safety rules.
- Supported workflow improvements.
Industrial Trainee – Mechanical Garage Technician
TANESCO 60 MW Nyakato Power Plant
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Conduct inspections on mechanical systems and components to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Use precision tools and checklists to evaluate equipment performance.
- Assist engineers with troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintenance coordination.
- Support preventive and corrective maintenance planning and tasks.
- Participate in root cause analysis and follow-up actions.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.) -
Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)
Dar Es Salaam07.2025
Advanced Level - PCM
Bwiru Boys Technical Secondary School
06.2020
Ordinary Level - undefined
St. Joseph Seminary – SANU
11.2017
Skills
Design & Engineering Tools: 2D/3D Modelling, CAD, CAM, Engineering drafting, Design modification
Accomplishments
- Best student for the academic year 2021-2022, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT).
- Best student for the academic year 2022-2023, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT).
- Best student for the academic year 2023-2024, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT).
- Best student for the academic year 2024-2025, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT).
Certification
- Best Student Award for the academic year 2022-2023, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)
- Best Student Award for the academic year 2023-2024, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)
- Best Student Award for the academic year 2024-2025, Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)
LANGUAGES
English (B2)
Advanced (C1)
Swahili (C2)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
REFEREE
Eng. James Mwangesyenge
Mechanical Manager at Tanzania Portland Cement Public Limited Company (TWIGA CEMENT), available via phone 0748501233,
Email: james.mwangesyenge@twigacement.com
Address: Tegeta - Dar es Salaam
Mrs. Catherine Morrice
VPO Manager at Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL), available via phone 0759330413,
Email: Catherine.Morrice@tz.ab-inbev.com
Address Kiseke - Mwanza
Eng. Asaph Kagina
Mechanical Engineer at AP TECH COMPANY, available via phone 0710713789592
Email kagina.asaph@gmail.com
Address Ilala - Dar es Salaam
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer Intern - Inspection Engineer
Tanzania Portland Cement PLC (TWIGA CEMENT)
10.2025 - Current
Industrial Trainee – Technician / Maintenance Executor
Tanzania Portland Cement PLC (TWIGA CEMENT)
08.2024 - 10.2024
Industrial Trainee – Mechanical Technician Assistant
Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL)
07.2023 - 10.2023
Industrial Trainee – Mechanical Garage Technician
TANESCO 60 MW Nyakato Power Plant
07.2022 - 10.2022
Advanced Level - PCM
Bwiru Boys Technical Secondary School
Ordinary Level - undefined
St. Joseph Seminary – SANU
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.) -
Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT)