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Siboniso Mzimela
Captain: B1900- ATPL/IR
Durban
Summary
Dynamic aviation professional with extensive experience in contract flying with exposure and experience on a number of aircrafts and countries. Two-time Chemical Engineering graduate. Siboniso possess an interesting scape of adaptability, continuous learning and solid relationship building in all environments he has worked and engaged in. Skilled in computer applications and known for a friendly, positive attitude, consistently improving team performance and synergy
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Captain -B1900
Solenta Aviation
03.2020 - Current
- Responsible for safe and efficient conduct of the flight
- Maintaining high standard of discipline and conduct before during after the flight
- Ensure compliance with CAA regulations and technical standards
- Responsible for renewal and issuance of legal documents
- Responsible for all the base manager's duties
- Liaison between the client and head office regarding day to day operational requirements
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Senior First Officer
Solenta Aviation
08.2014 - 02.2020
- Assisting the PIC as requested with administrative duties regarding the flight
- Supporting the PIC in maintaining high standard of crew discipline
- Confirming safe navigation of the aircraft.
- Carrying all duties as allocated by PIC in accordance with SOP
- Compliance and application of Civil Aviation Regulations and Technical standard
- Offer leadership support in cases where it's needed
- In the absence of PIC, delegate duties as necessitated by any situation
- Assist the PIC in the safe and efficient conduct of a flight.
Process Technician
Dunlop Tyres
10.2001 - 04.2005
- Commissioning of new tyre making machinery.
- Quality Control and adherence to technical standards
- Reduction of waste and defects
- ISO compliance
- Six Sigma project leader
- Optimization of tyre making process
- Field evaluation of products
- Cost reduction in tyre making
- Analytical test runs of new products
- Trouble shooting and problem solving
Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Teamwork and Collaboration
Computer Skills
Understanding of Maths and Physics
Thorough understanding of technical aspects of flights
Clear communicator
Strong decision making
Service-focused
Accomplishments
6 Sigma Green Belt- Waste Reduction Project and Tyre Design
Qualified Skills Set Assessor
International Best Operating Practices Course
National Science Olympiad Champion-1999
Obtained A aggregate in Matric( Maths , Physics, Geography and Biology)
Certification
Qualified Assessor
Interests
Running
I have participated in various 42km marathons around the world and aim at attempting a Comrades Marathon
Education
Bachelor of Technology: Chemical Engineering- Durban University of Technology, eThekwini, 2010
Multi-Engine ATPL/IR, 43 Air School, Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, South Africa, 2005-2008
National Diploma : Chemical Engineering- Durban University of Technology, eThekwini, 2003
Flying Experience
Total Flight Time*: 3693
Pilot-In-Command: 1543
Instrument Time: 119
Multi Engine Hours: 3266
FTSD: 513
Night Hours: 142
*Includes Simulator Hours
Aircraft Types Flown
Piper Seneca: 37
Piper Arrow: 56
Piper Cherokee(140,180): 133
Diamond DA42: 22.2
YAK52: 3.4
Caravan: 167
B190: 2730
Total Turbine: 2899
B737*: 20
A319* 36
References
Tony Smith - Former Instructor -Solenta Aviation
Cell: 0833997664
Julian Green-Former LCC - Solenta Aviation
Cell: +44 7960 538943
Franck Rossat-ICRC Airops -ICRC - Operations
Cell: +33 631 587412
Timeline
Captain -B1900
Solenta Aviation
03.2020 - Current
Senior First Officer
Solenta Aviation
08.2014 - 02.2020
Process Technician
Dunlop Tyres
10.2001 - 04.2005
Qualified Assessor
Six Sigma Green Belt
Crew Resource Management
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