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Work History
Education
Skills
References
Hobbies and Interests
Affiliations
Training
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Lilian George Kaskazi

Lilian George Kaskazi

Dar es Salaam

Summary

BSc. Electrical Engineering graduate from the University of Dar es salaam with over 7 years experience in construction industry gained in Tanzania, as MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) site Engineer, Electrical designer and Electromechanical Inspector. Passionate about the effective management of people and resources as well as the improvement of health and safety in construction projects.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Electrical Inspector at Julius Nyerere Hydro PP

Tanroads Engineering Consulting Unit
Rufiji
04.2023 - Current
  • Performing visual inspections, dimensional tests and material for connections
  • Testing, pre- commissioning and commission of HPP subjects
  • Attend and assist client in undertaking factory inspection tests of key equipment in accordance with inspection plan
  • Monitoring progress of the project against plan
  • Certifying progress payments.
  • Ensuring adherence to project safety plan
  • Ensuring adequacy of operation and maintenance manuals
  • Instruments calibration and installation checks
  • Checking conformity with the quality control plan, obtain the relevant documentation, checking procedures and equipments to be used
  • Noting recurrent issues and working with contractors to prevent re-occurrence.
  • Conducting site pre-inspections and coordinate post-construction audits.
  • Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
  • Reviewing technical documentation before inspections in order to learn about individual cases.
  • Attending regular meetings with contractor to discuss progress updates on jobsites.
  • Monitoring safety protocols while working around energized circuits or equipment.
  • Inspecting wiring installations for proper grounding, overcurrent protection, continuity of circuits, polarity, size of conductors, insulation resistance values.

Design Electrical Engineer

Mechelec Consultancy Company Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Designing electrical systems including lighting, power, fire alarm and evacuation systems
  • Prepared cost estimates for customers according to services rendered.
  • Ensured projects adhered to environmental regulations and sustainability practices.
  • Suggest modification during the construction process to enhance quality of the project
  • Provided technical support for the installation and maintenance of various systems.
  • Developed and implemented electrical engineering strategies, plans and designs.
  • Performed troubleshooting of complex electrical systems to identify root cause of issues.
  • Collaborated with other engineers on design projects to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
  • Designed automated control systems using computer aided software tools such as AutoCAD and PLCs.
  • Evaluated existing systems to determine their efficiency and make recommendations for improvement where necessary.
  • Inspected completed installations or repairs prior to finalizing them in order to ensure they meet applicable codes.
  • Provided troubleshooting and analysis for discovered electrical faults, offering potential solutions.
  • Analyzed customer needs and provided technical solutions to meet those requirements.
  • Developed and maintained project documentation, including design notes, calculations, and reports.
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting for electrical issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing system functionality.

Projects i worked on include:

• Design of commercial market building at Kibaha and Tarime.

• Design of Mount Soury school buildings in Kabuku Tanga.

• Design of Mwanga tower building at Makumbusho, Dar es Salaam.

• Design of Shungi hotel in Zanzibar.

• Rehabilitation of ministry of finance and planning at Morogoro and Kigoma .

Site MEP Engineer

Estim Construction Company Ltd
06.2017 - 12.2021
  • Studying Drawings and to ensure the works are carried out as per the specifications
  • Responsible for MEP works at site and ensure timely completion of works as per project plan
  • Quality Control on site
  • Ensuring Client specifications are met
  • Site Inspection with the Consultants
  • Coordination of service drawings
  • Preparing work program
  • Liaising with Specialized Service Contractors to ensure timely completion of the project
  • Ensuring that Health and safety Policy are observed
  • Responsible to convey any deviation from original drawings to design team on time
  • Identifying potential risks and develop mitigation plan
  • Keeping records of all MEP tests
  • Responsible for planning tools and equipments proactively
  • Carried out detailed testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of electrical equipment's installed at site.
  • Attended meetings with clients, architects and contractors regarding MEP related issues.
  • Performed preventive maintenance checks on various electrical equipments installed at site.

Projects i worked on included;

  • Design and Build of CRDB headquarter
  • Lighting and power design for TPA (Tanzania Ports Authority)
  • Design and Build of Chang'ombe showrooms and ware house

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Dar es salaam, Collage of Engineering and Technology (COET)
Dar es Salaam
01.2017

Advance Certificate of Secondary Education - physics,chemistry,Advanced mathematics

St. Mary Mazinde Juu Secondary School
Tanga
01.2013

Certificate of Ordinary Level Education -

St. Mary Mazinde Juu Secondary School
Tanga
01.2010

Skills

  • Team working Working efficiently with a team of designers, consultants, subcontractor and colleagues to successfully design and construct
  • Working in groups during academic projects and participated in workshop on teamwork, leadership and communication
  • Enable competence development and capability building within the team
  • Leadership and Organizational skills
  • Supervising a team of people to ensure that target work plan is achieved in the project
  • Planning the work program for project
  • Responsible for manpower planning, selecting, and retaining competitive manpower
  • Responsible for performance management of the team
  • Responsible for encouraging a culture of rewards and recognition hence fostering better employee engagement and employee motivation

COMPUTER SKILLS

  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • Electrical designing and drafting
  • DIALUX
  • Ms word
  • Ms excel
  • REVIT

References

  • Justus Mtolera, Head of electromechanical Department - TECU, j.mtolera@yahoo.com +255784361047, Rufiji
  • Anna, Mrema, Assistant project manager, a.mrema@estimconstruction.com, +255716999938, ESTIM CONSTRUCTION LTD, Dar es Salaam, 75772
  • Felix, Majura, Managing Director, majura tz@yahoo.com, +255713402813, MECHELEC CONSULTANCY

Hobbies and Interests

Exploring, singing, playing volley ball

Affiliations

Engineers Registration Board

Training

  • July - Sept 2016: MECHELEC CONSULTANCY LIMITED designing electrical installations both residential and nonresidential buildings using AutoCAD as well as preparing BOQ using Microsoft excel.
  • July - Sept 2015 & June - Sept 2014: TANESCO TANGA distribution center and Hale hydro power station for plant operation

Languages

kiswahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Electrical Inspector at Julius Nyerere Hydro PP

Tanroads Engineering Consulting Unit
04.2023 - Current

Design Electrical Engineer

Mechelec Consultancy Company Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2023

Site MEP Engineer

Estim Construction Company Ltd
06.2017 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Dar es salaam, Collage of Engineering and Technology (COET)

Advance Certificate of Secondary Education - physics,chemistry,Advanced mathematics

St. Mary Mazinde Juu Secondary School

Certificate of Ordinary Level Education -

St. Mary Mazinde Juu Secondary School
Lilian George Kaskazi