Donald Jonker

Background

About Donald Jonker

I’m a Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience across defence, mining, HVAC & R, and TVET education. I began my career in the SAAF, where I mananged mechanical design and testing projects. I later gained hands-on experience in the mining sector and currently works as an HVAC & R Technical Support Engineer in support of industrial and commercial refrigeration systems. In parallel, I’ve dedicated six years to shaping future artisans and engineers as a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer in the TVET college sector, developing workshops and curricula for refrigeration and mechanical systems. I hold a B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering (UP), B.Eng Honours ETM (UP), Advance Diploma in Technical & Vocational Education & Training (NMU), a Diploma in HVAC & R (ACRA), a Certificate in Project Management PPM (UP) and am currently pursuing an Electrical Engineering Diploma (N2 - N6)(Denver). I’m passionate about sustainable engineering practices, digital maintenance systems such as IIoT-enabled PdM & PHM, as well as assisting future technical talents.