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Lona Refilwe Nkwezane

Senior Advisor
East London

Summary

Dynamic Senior Advisor with extensive experience at Eskom, excelling in relationship building and operational excellence. Skilled in organizational development and risk management, driving successful outcomes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Committed to optimizing processes and empowering teams for success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Advisor

Eskom
03.2025 - Current
  • Monitor and analyses the performance of distribution operations,identifying areas and implementing necessary changes.
  • Established strong partnerships with key stakeholders through consistent communication and collaboration efforts, promoting mutual success.
  • Ensure adherence to safety regulations, company standards and Eskom policies while proactively managing risks associated with distribution operations.
  • Develop and implement operational plans aligned with Eskom's objectives to ensure effective electricity distribution

Senior Supervisor

Eskom
04.2024 - 02.2025
  • Resolved conflicts proactively by facilitating open communication among team members and actively addressing underlying issues.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects through effective scheduling and prioritization of tasks based on urgency and importance.
  • Strengthened cross-functional collaboration, leading to more cohesive teamwork and better overall results.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff and provided ongoing feedback and performance evaluations for development.

Senior Technician Plant

Eskom
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Perform corrective and corrective maintenance on electrical systems in the distribution system.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians.
  • Work with the maintenance team to quickly resolve breakdowns and minimize down time.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities .
  • Ensure proper documentation of work-orders and service reports.

Technician Electrical

Eskom
02.2016 - 02.2023
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Maintained electrical lines and ensure that lines are designed according to standard
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.

Education

Post Graduate - Business Management

Mancosa
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
04.2001 -

B-Tech - Electrical Engineering

Walter Sisulu University
East London, South Africa
04.2001 -

National Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Central University of Technology
Bloemfontein
04.2001 -

Skills

Relationship building and management

Wealth management

Organizational development

Timeline

Senior Advisor

Eskom
03.2025 - Current

Senior Supervisor

Eskom
04.2024 - 02.2025

Senior Technician Plant

Eskom
03.2023 - 03.2024

Technician Electrical

Eskom
02.2016 - 02.2023

Post Graduate - Business Management

Mancosa
04.2001 -

B-Tech - Electrical Engineering

Walter Sisulu University
04.2001 -

National Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Central University of Technology
04.2001 -
Lona Refilwe NkwezaneSenior Advisor