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Lesetja Rabopape

Electrical Project Manager | Electrical Consultant | Smart Metering Specialist

Gauteng, Gauteng

ABOUT

Results-driven Electrical Engineering professional with 8+ years of experience in electrical project management, smart metering systems, and engineering consulting. Proven ability to manage end-to-end project lifecycles, including BOQ development, contractor supervision, cost control, and technical commissioning of AMI/AMR and bulk metering systems. Strong background in OHS Act compliance, LOTO procedures, utility standards, and stakeholder coordination. Adept at delivering projects on time, within budget, and to regulatory standards.

SKILLS

Project PlanningSchedulingCost ControlBOQ PreparationRisk Management
Smart Metering (AMI/AMR)Bulk MeteringMeter ConfigurationFault Finding
CommissioningLoad ProfilingData AnalysisTechnical Reporting
OHS ActLOTO ProceduresQuality AssuranceElectrical Inspections
ContractorsVendorsUtilitiesClients

EXPERIENCE

Metering Technician

2022-05 - Present

Alunamda Technical Services • Gauteng, South Africa

Installed, configured, and commissioned bulk smart meters and communication modems. Monitored AMI/AMR systems to analyze energy usage, load profiles, and system performance. Diagnosed and resolved communication and metering faults to improve system reliability.

Project Manager / Electrical Consultant

2017-01 - 2022-04

Med-Tech Engineers • Gauteng, South Africa

Planned and managed electrical infrastructure projects from initiation to close-out. Prepared detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and technical documentation. Supervised contractors, ensured adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets. Conducted electrical inspections and ensured compliance with utility and safety standards.

Lecturer – Electrical Engineering

2011-07 - 2017-05

Department of Higher Education & Training • South Africa

Delivered theoretical and practical training in Electrical Trade Theory, Industrial Electronics, and Electrotechnology. Facilitated, assessed, and moderated learner and lecturer assessments. Supervised laboratory sessions and ensured compliance with safety standards. Served as Acting Senior Lecturer, coordinating academic activities and supporting junior lecturers.

Technician in Training

2009-03 - 2010-12

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd • South Africa

Gained hands-on experience in metering systems, network planning, SCADA, and DC systems. Assisted senior technicians with inspections, testing, and technical reporting.

EDUCATION

Tshwane University of Technology

- Present

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Mashao Secondary School

- Present

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)