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Aminga Machoka

Mombasa

Summary

Highly skilled Network operations supervisor with over a year of experience at KOKO Networks Limited, specializing in deploying and maintaining technical systems, including KOKO Points and other network hardware. Proven track record in planning, coordinating, and ensuring adherence to installation, calibration, and maintenance schedules, with a strong focus on quality and regulatory compliance. Adept at driving continuous improvement in calibration and maintenance methods to enhance accuracy and throughput in a rapid-growth environment. Demonstrated ability to manage departmental inventory, interface with procurement, and maintain customer satisfaction through professional conduct and effective communication. Committed to developing and retaining high-performing teams through effective selection, training, coaching, and performance management, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Network Operations Supervisor

KOKO Networks
12.2022 - Current
  • Identify and deploy appropriate resource levels, technical skill sets, and systems to install, test, calibrate and commission KOKO Points in neighborhood shops and other network hardware. Ensure planning and adherence to all installation, calibration, and maintenance schedules and activities against set metrics
  • Ensure all deployed network hardware conforms to the respective quality and regulatory requirements
  • Plan and coordinate respective maintenance activities in the field including analyzing equipment needs, and reliability issues and developing preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
  • Analyze and investigate reported quality and maintenance issues from the network while interfacing with relevant support functions to ensure closure in accordance with design, engineering, company guidelines, and external regulatory requirements
  • Drive improvement to the latest calibration and maintenance methods, ensuring accuracy, and throughput in a rapid-growth environment
  • Monitor departmental inventory and interface with stores and procurement to place orders when necessary combined with a strategy to manage usage/expenditure
  • Ensure the development and retention of a high-performing team to meet the current and evolving needs of the business through the effective selection, training, coaching/mentoring, and performance management. Act as the contact point for all Network Operations activities in Mombasa back to the central office
  • Maintain customer satisfaction through professional conduct and engagements. Ensure an effective interface with other departmental staff is maintained.
  • Ensure that the function operates in accordance with any Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures

Quality Assurance Lead

KOKO Networks
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Ensure planning and adherence to all calibration schedules and activities against set metrics.
  • Develop and implement standardized metrics that guide actions and promote continuous

improvement.

  • Drive improvement to latest calibration methods, ensuring accuracy, and throughput in a

rapid growth environment.

  • Ensure the development and retention of a high performing team to meet the current and

evolving needs of the business through effective selection, training, coaching/mentoring,

and performance management.

  • Manage workload to achieve production schedules and ensure completion within the target timeframe
  • Develop calibration certificates as part of the quality assurance process.

Final Assembly Technician

KOKO Networks
11.2018 - 11.2021
  • Adjust KOKO point metering devices to ensure the volume of fuel dispensed and volume indicated by the meter are within tolerances set by the Kenya Department of Weights & Measures
  • Inspect and calibrate all equipment with help of electronic and pressure measurement tools and ensure accuracy
  • Maintain tools and equipment in line with established standards
  • Document calibration process and data and prepare progress reports
  • Approve products and accessories that meet tolerances and product specifications
  • Manage workload to achieve production schedules and ensure completion within the target timeframe
  • Develop calibration certificates as part of the quality assurance process
  • Ensure work areas are safe and well organize

Electrical Technician

AQUASCOPE SERVICES LIMITED
09.2016 - 11.2018


  • 11kv switchgear premset installation, assembling and commissioning
  • Substation equipment installation, commissioning and cable termination

Projects; Queensway, mutundwe and lugogo substations in Kampala Uganda

  • Fox installation and commissioning [communication systems
  • Fiber optical terminations and testing


Project: lake Turkana wind power

  • Substation commissioning
  • Fiber optical terminations and commissioning
  • On site motor and transformer tests.
  • Relayed Protection circuit simulation.
  • Motor control circuit troubleshooting
  • Electrical repair, troubleshooting and testing

Electrical Technician

FABEC KENYA LIMITED
05.2015 - 12.2015

Projects: 33/11 kV capacitance substation in Rivertex Eldoret (KPLC)

132/33 kV Reactor substation in Musaga (KPLC)

132/33 kV Reactor substation in Kiambere (KPLC)


  • Reactor assembly and cable termination
  • Loop tests for all control and power cables
  • Pre-commissioning test i.e. Circuit breaker tripping tests, earthing tests,CTVT tests, Relay tests, surge arrester tests
  • Reactor oil circulation
  • Stringing
  • Isolator alignments

Electrical Technician

Hyundai Engineering Company
08.2013 - 09.2014

Olkaria 4 power plant (140 mw)

  • Transformer assembly and cable termination.
  • Substation electrical equipment installation.
  • On site motor and transformer tests.
  • Relayed Protection circuit simulation.
  • Motor control circuit troubleshooting
  • Electrical repair, troubleshooting and testing

Trainee Technician

Numerical Machining Complex
01.2012 - 03.2012
  • Had experience on routine schedule preventive maintenance service of Computer Numerical Control Machines CNC and Auxiliary equipment.
  • PLC Fault Findings and Diagnosing
  • Repair Work and Networking on Office Equipment
  • Repair work on foundry systems and equipment
  • Mechanical/fabrication and installation works

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Technical Unversity Of Kenya, Nairobi
12.2013

No Degree - KCSE

ST.John's Nyamagwa Boys, Kisii
01.2007 - 08.2007

Skills

  • Customer Support
  • Capacity Planning
  • Incident Management
  • Network Troubleshooting

Technology Enthusiast: Passionate about staying updated with the latest advancements in technology a

As a dedicated technology enthusiast, I am passionate about staying abreast of the latest advancements in technology, which aligns seamlessly with my professional role at KOKO Networks Limited. My interest spans across various domains, including network hardware, calibration methods, and quality assurance systems. Here’s how my enthusiasm for technology enhances my professional contributions:

Continuous Learning and Adaptation:

Regularly engage with tech journals, online courses, and industry conferences to stay informed about emerging trends and innovations in network operations and quality assurance.
Apply the latest technological advancements to improve installation, calibration, and maintenance processes, ensuring they are in line with cutting-edge standards and best practices.
DIY Electronics Projects:

Work on personal projects that involve building and calibrating small-scale devices, which enhances my practical understanding of the equipment and systems used in professional settings.
Experiment with new technologies and methodologies in a controlled environment, gaining insights that can be translated into improved processes at work.
Implementing Advanced Calibration Methods:

Leverage knowledge of the latest calibration techniques to drive improvements in accuracy and throughput within the rapid-growth environment of KOKO Networks.
Develop and implement standardized metrics and advanced calibration certificates, ensuring high-quality and consistent outputs.
Enhancing Network Operations:

Utilize advanced monitoring tools and software to oversee network hardware performance, identifying and addressing potential issues proactively.
Interface with support functions using modern communication and project management tools, ensuring efficient problem resolution and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Team Development and Training:

Share insights from the latest technological trends with team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Conduct training sessions on new technologies and methodologies, ensuring the team is well-equipped to handle current and future challenges.
Optimizing Inventory and Procurement:

Employ advanced inventory management systems to monitor departmental inventory, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of necessary equipment.
Implement strategies that leverage the latest technology to manage usage and expenditure effectively.

Timeline

Network Operations Supervisor - KOKO Networks
12.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Lead - KOKO Networks
11.2021 - 12.2022
Final Assembly Technician - KOKO Networks
11.2018 - 11.2021
Electrical Technician - AQUASCOPE SERVICES LIMITED
09.2016 - 11.2018
Electrical Technician - FABEC KENYA LIMITED
05.2015 - 12.2015
Electrical Technician - Hyundai Engineering Company
08.2013 - 09.2014
Trainee Technician - Numerical Machining Complex
01.2012 - 03.2012
ST.John's Nyamagwa Boys - No Degree, KCSE
01.2007 - 08.2007
Technical Unversity Of Kenya - Bachelor of Science, Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Aminga Machoka