Our Team
DIRECTOR & SHAREHOLDER
SIYABONGA SIKHAKHANE
Qualifications
Trade: Electrician
- Experience in maintenance of transformers, since 2013
- Training certificates obtained: Fire Fighting; Spills Handling; Environmental Awareness; Construction Regulations; Fall Arrest & Working-at-Heights; Hand & Power Tools; Incident
Investigation; Health & Safety Representative; Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (HIRA); ORHVS; Fall Protection Plan; SERGI; Legal Liability - Position at Nishati Maintenance (Pty) Ltd: Senior Supervisor & Managing Director
Employment History:
- Hypower Heavy Current Maintenance (Pty) Ltd as Senior Supervisor: 02/2016-11/2023 Hitech Transformers (Pty) Ltd: 2013 – 2016
DIRECTOR & SHAREHOLDER
RACHEL CLEOPHAS
Qualifications
- National Diploma (Analytical Chemistry) 1994, Project.
- Management Training 1997, 2010 Certificate: Safety Management (UNISA); 2011 Certificate: TQM (UNISA).
- SAIOSH (South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health) registration.
- Training courses completed: Legal Liability; ISO9001:2008; OS HAS18001 Implementation; ISO14001 Implementation; ORHVS (Operating Regulations for High-Voltage Systems); SAGE Accounting; Damelin Introduction to Bookkeeping.
- Position at Nishati Maintenance (Pty) Ltd: Administrator/SHEQ Facilitator
Employment History:
- Eskom: 01/1994-02/2002
- Eskom TSI Laboratory Services (Rosherville, Johannesburg, Witbank & Brackenfell)
- Supervisor-Eskom Transformer Oil lab Brackenfell, chemical technician at Rosherville TSI Transformer Oil laboratory; supervisor of infrared laboratory, including training of staff and research & development projects; vice-safety and proxy quality representative.
- Completed health and safety-related training and assisted in compiling quality manuals to the ISO 9001 and SANS 17025 standards.
- Hypower Heavy Current Maintenance (Pty) Ltd as SHEQ Manager/Director (2004-2020) & Shareholder, where I was involved in the day-to-day operation of the company relating to HR, finance, BEE, SHEQ including audits, customer & supplier interaction, tenders, report writing, transformer oil sample results interpretation & reporting
EMPLOYEE
SPHAMANDLA ZULU
Qualifications
- Trade: Rigger
- National Certificate Level 3: Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Experience in maintenance of transformers, since 2013
- Training certificates obtained: Firefighting; spill handling; Environmental Awareness: Construction
- Regulations; Working-at-Heights; Hand & Power Tools; Incident Investigation; Health & Safety Representative; Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (HIRA)
- Position at Nishati Maintenance (Pty) Ltd: Rigger
Employment History:
- Hypower Heavy Current Maintenance (Pty) Ltd as Rigger: – 11/2023
- Hitech Transformers (Pty) Ltd: – 2013-2016
EMPLOYEE
THEMSILE ALBERT JELWANE
Qualifications
- Grade 9
- Experience in maintenance of transformers since 2013
- Training certificates obtained: Fire Fighting; Spills Handling; Environmental Awareness; Working-at-Heights; Hand & Power Tools; Incident Investigation; Health & Safety Representative; Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (HIRA)
- Position at Nishati Maintenance (Pty) Ltd: Utility Man
Employment History:
- Hypower Heavy Current Maintenance (Pty) Ltd as Utility Man: 2013 – 11/2023
Transformer Manufacturing
Nishati Maintenance provides high-quality solutions for various industries across South Africa. The process is designed to deliver reliable, durable, and efficient equipment that meets modern power demands. Since 2023, the company has strengthened its position by focusing on precision, safety, and consistent performance. In addition, it is carried out in line with strict industry standards to ensure compliance and reliability. Clients trust services that ensure long-term stability and dependable operation in critical environments.
Every stage is carefully controlled to meet operational requirements and reduce the risk of failure. As a result, from Nishati Maintenance delivers consistent quality that supports long-term infrastructure performance. Advanced production techniques are also applied to improve efficiency and output quality. This commitment ensures every unit meets both client expectations and industry benchmarks while maintaining strict engineering integrity. Skilled engineers oversee each phase to maintain technical accuracy and operational safety.
Design and Engineering
It begins with strong design and engineering principles that guide every stage of development. Nishati Maintenance applies advanced methods to ensure efficiency, durability, and optimal performance in every project. We develop each project to match specific client specifications and operational requirements. Moreover, we carefully select materials and components to guarantee long-term strength and stability. The engineering phase ensures safety, accuracy, and structural integrity throughout the entire process.
Through technical expertise, the company delivers tailored power solutions that meet diverse industry needs. Therefore, it remains a core strength of the business and a key driver of reliability. In addition, strict planning ensures every stage runs smoothly from concept to production without unnecessary delays. We integrate quality checks early to reduce risks, improve consistency, and enhance final output. Furthermore, advanced design software enables the team to improve precision and optimise transformer performance.
Production and Quality Control
During the process, we follow strict quality control measures to ensure consistent results. Nishati Maintenance ensures every stage meets global safety standards and industry regulations. We integrate testing throughout the process to guarantee reliability and long-term performance. In addition, we perform performance checks at every stage to maintain full operational integrity. The production side focuses on precision assembly, durability, and strict adherence to technical specifications. We carefully inspect each unit before delivery to ensure it meets all required standards.Consequently, transformer manufacturing results in high-performing and dependable equipment suitable for critical applications.
We carry out final testing under simulated operating conditions to confirm full system readiness before deployment. This ensures every unit performs reliably in real-world environments once installed. We apply continuous improvement feedback to strengthen future performance, consistency, and transformer manufacturing efficiency over time. Our technicians resolve issues before final approval.
Why Choose Nishati Maintenance
Nishati Maintenance is a trusted provider of transformer manufacturing solutions across South Africa. The company combines experience, innovation, and safety in transformer manufacturing processes. Clients benefit from transformer manufacturing that prioritises efficiency and long-term reliability. Furthermore, transformer manufacturing is supported by skilled engineers and modern equipment. Every transformer manufacturing project is completed with attention to detail and consistency.
Choosing Nishati Maintenance ensures reliable transformer manufacturing and durable power solutions. In addition, the company maintains strong communication with clients throughout every project stage. This ensures that all transformer requirements are clearly understood and met without delay. The team also provides tailored solutions that suit different industrial and electrical infrastructure needs. As a result, clients receive dependable transformers that support stable power distribution and long-term operational efficiency.