Tshepo Mpatlanyane
Bridgwater,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in engineering technology and production management. Strong critical thinking and judgment skills complemented by advanced non-destructive testing and quality control analysis capabilities. Proven leadership in team management, informed decision-making, and complex problem-solving. Committed to driving innovation and excellence in the engineering sector through effective project completion and time management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
NDT Level III Controller
ACEPP UK
Bridgwater, United Kingdom (UK)
2025.12 - Current
- Seconded to MEH Alliance as ad hoc NDT Subject Matter Expert and NDE Coordinator.
- Engaging with NDT service provider to schedule and execute NDT activities according to construction project timelines.
- Create production request and nominate inspection methods based on RCC-M, ASME and ISO standards for NDT subcontractor.
- Review and audit final NDT inspection reports submitted by NDT service provider.
- Input NDT data into Welding Management Control Software (Weld Eye).
- Interface with Construction, Welding Department, Quality Department and Document Control team.
- Analyse and interpret PAUT data scans to validate and review results captured by subcontractor.
- Prepare Feasibility Study Report (FSR) and technical justification papers to meet project specifications.
- Prepare daily surveillance reports. Verify and sign-off construction ITP’s and resolve NCR issues in a timeous manner.
- Witness and command critical NDT inspections on construction site.
- Initiate and resolve technical disagreements through NDT arbitration processes.
- Review and audit NDT subcontractor procedures and techniques.
Acting NDT Level III
Eskom Rotek Industries
Rosherville Cleveland Gauteng
2023.06 - 2025.11
- Verified NDT inspection reports completed by technicians and checked report accuracy daily.
- Executed audits and maintained compliance with procedures, techniques, and specifications at sites.
- Developed and reviewed inspection procedures and techniques to align with international standards.
- Controlled and maintained NDE assets for reliable inspection readiness across projects.
- Liaised with Eskom system engineers to clarify scope and coordinate execution plans.
- Designated NDT methods for each task based on inspection requirements.
- Used CIVA modelling software to support planning and execution of inspections.
- Evaluated and interpreted NDT results against specifications and work instructions for acceptance.
- Acted as Level 3 responsible for NDT activities for Eskom Rotek Industries at Tutuka, Medupi, and Matla power stations.
- Led site teams to execute outage scope of work safely and on schedule.
- Witnessed critical turbine rotor blade inspections to confirm condition before recommissioning.
NDT Level II/III Technician
Eskom Rotek Industries
Rosherville Cleveland Gauteng
2015.05 - 2023.05
- Perform MT PT and UT inspections on steam turbine components at Eskom plants.
- Perform MT PT and UT inspections on non-Eskom turbine rotors for Sasol and mines.
- Report non-compliance findings to clients at work sites promptly.
- Produce quality and timely reports following international standards and codes.
- Develop inspection techniques for steam turbine components using international codes.
- Act as Health and Safety Representative for NDT services department (2018).
- Act as First Aider for NDT services department (2021-current).
- Perform MT PT and UT inspections at Koeberg during outages 123 124 126 224 225.
- Interpret codes and standards to match client specifications accurately.
- Research new NDT technologies to improve inspection techniques and procedures.
- Lead technicians for various projects at Eskom plants and non-Eskom sites.
NDT Level II Technician
DCD WindTowers
Port Elizabeth
2015.01 - 2015.04
- Perform Magnetic Particle Testing inspections on welds and wind tower components.
- Perform Ultrasonic inspections on circumferential and longitudinal welds of wind tower structures.
- Produce quality and timely reports.
- Interpretation and understand isometric drawings.
NDT Level II Technician
Eskom Research, Testing and Development
Coega IDC Eastern Cape
2012.03 - 2014.11
- Failure investigation inspections with various NDT methods on turbine blades, boiler tubes and other various components from power stations.
- Conducting magnetic particle testing on mainsteam pipes, weld preps, new welds, and pressure vessels.
- Conduct Ultrasonic Tube-Solo measurement audits on NDT sub-contractors at various Eskom Power Stations.
- Ultrasonic examination on main steam pipework and material bonding.
- Create reports in accordance with established or recognised techniques and international standards.
- Selection of the correct tools and equipment needed to work safely and efficiently.
- Calibration of Ultrasonic and Magnetic particle instruments according to international standards.
NDT Trainee
NDT Inspection
Sappi Tugela and Ngodwana Shut Down
2011.10 - 2011.12
- Ultrasonic wall thickness inspection on boiler tubes including reheaters, superheaters and main steam pipe work.
- Magnetic particle inspections on new fabrication welds and chemical tanks.
- Liquid penetrant inspections on pressure vessels, welds, and sooth blower assemblies.
- Magnetic particle inspections on steams drums, pressure vessels and coal silo welds.
Education
High School -
Highveld Park High School
South Africa 01/2003 - 12/2007
Diploma - Non-Destructive Testing
Vaal University of Technology
South Africa 01/2009 - 12/2011
Skills
- Critical thinking and judgment
- Engineering technology
- Production management
- Active listening
- Non-destructive testing
- Decision-making and leadership
- Complex problem solving
- Time management
- Quality control analysis
Certification
- Magnetic Particle Testing Level III – ISO 9712
- Liquid Penetrant Testing Level III – ISO 9712
- Magnetic Particle Testing Level II – PCN ISO 9712
- Liquid Penetrant Testing Level II – PCN ISO 9712
- Ultrasonic Testing Level II – ISO 9712
- Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Level II – PCN ISO 9712
- Radiation Safety (Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University)
References
- Dion, Agostinho, Eskom Rotek NDT Level III, 082 905 7057
- Ike, Sikakane, HOD of Applied and Computer Sciences, ike@vut.ac.za, 016 950 9321
Affiliations
- Playing soccer, Playing Tennis and Reading Books.
Accomplishments
Held position for Honorary Secretary for the South African Institute for Non-Destructive Testing and served as an Executive Board Member for 1 year.
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Afrikaans
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
NDT Level III Controller
ACEPP UK
2025.12 - Current
Acting NDT Level III
Eskom Rotek Industries
2023.06 - 2025.11
NDT Level II/III Technician
Eskom Rotek Industries
2015.05 - 2023.05
NDT Level II Technician
DCD WindTowers
2015.01 - 2015.04
NDT Level II Technician
Eskom Research, Testing and Development
2012.03 - 2014.11
NDT Trainee
NDT Inspection
2011.10 - 2011.12
High School -
Highveld Park High School
01/2003 - 12/2007
Diploma - Non-Destructive Testing
Vaal University of Technology
01/2009 - 12/2011