From senior engineer to surveyor team leader at Old Mutual

The newly-appointed team leader: surveyor at Old Mutual, Awonke Mwellie, stepped into his new position seven months ago with hopes of having an impactful effect on the industry.With a multitude of qualifications, such as a Bachelor of Technology (Btech) in Electrical Engineering, a Btech in Mechanical Engineering, a Btech in Electronic Engineering, a Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honours in Civil Engineering, and a Postgraduate in Engineering Management, Mwellie aims to infiltrate the industry with his knowledge and expertise.He explained that before his latest career move, he had worked as a project engineer in various industries such as telecommunications, engineering consultancies, construction and financial institutions over a span of more than eight years in both the United Kingdom and Namibia.“I applied for this position at Old Mutual because of their great corporate culture and their reputable standing in the corporate world,” said Mwellie.ResponsibilitiesAccording to Mwellie, an engineering surveyor is responsible for assessing and evaluating the risks associated with engineering and building environment-related insurance policies.This includes inspecting machinery, equipment and other engineering assets to determine their condition, safety and compliance with relevant standards and legislation.Mwellie said this is, however, not the full extent of an engineering surveyor's responsibilities. The responsibilities extend to providing detailed reports and recommendations to insurance companies to help them make informed decisions regarding coverage and risk management.The list of duties and responsibilities for an engineering survey is vast, but Mwellie is confident in his ability to maximise his expertise in the field.PlansThe engineer said that in his current position, he hopes to contribute to industry knowledge. He plans on accomplishing this by publishing articles, presenting at conferences or participating in industry associations.“I want to share my expertise and contribute to the advancement of the field,” he said.Mwellie also hopes to continue achieving professional certifications, including from the Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa, or specifications specific to engineering inspection and insurance assessment, to enhance his credibility and expertise.“While in my current position, I would like to continue obtaining relevant industry-related certifications.”He concluded by saying that he also aims to focus on establishing and maintaining a positive relationship with his clients so that he may understand their needs and provide excellent service.When asked what his motto in life was, Mwellie provided a quote that he lives by: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." - Aristotle.

From senior engineer to surveyor team leader at Old Mutual

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