About Us

ABOUT US

We Bring The Light

Our Story: Powering Excellence from the Ground Up
​At our core, we believe that electrical work is about more than just wires and circuits—it’s about trust, safety, and human connection. Founded by Zhivago, our journey began with a vision rooted in humble beginnings and refined by a decade of high-stakes experience. With a background spanning from Eskom’s massive distribution networks to the precision-demanding automotive and commercial industries, Zhivago set out to create a company that combined industrial-grade expertise with a deeply personal, "people-first" approach.
​The Standards We Live By
​We aren't just contractors; we are a specialized team that operates like a family.

MEET THE TEAM

Zhivago | The Visionary & Managing Director
  • Experience: A veteran with over 10 years of experience across Eskom distribution, automotive, and construction sectors.
  • Leadership Style: A “lead from the front” mentor who isn’t afraid to get hands-on with tools. He prioritizes daily team motivation and high work standards.
  • Values: Deeply grounded in faith and integrity, he views service as a way to leave every person and site better than he found them.
  • Focus: Building long-term client relationships and maintaining a reputation for excellence.
Tinashe | Team Leader & Head Electrician
  • Technical Expertise: Head Electrician and premier “fault-finder” known for solving complex logical puzzles in wiring.
  • Client Relations: Highly approachable and ethical, earning him a reputation as a “client magnet” who leads with kindness.
  • Signature Style: Obsessed with the “Neat Finish,” ensuring that all electrical installations are as aesthetically organized as they are functional.
  • Mission: To combine high-level precision with fair, honest service.
Kean | Apprentice Electrical Assistant
  • Rapid Learner: Known for his “mind like a sponge,” Kean masters technical details and complex wiring at record speed.
  • Client-Centric: He brings a respectful, polite, and thoughtful approach to working inside clients’ homes.
  • Driven Personality: While easy-going and “soft at heart,” he is deeply motivated and highly efficient on the job.
  • Key Asset: Provides a spark of new energy and high-speed diagnostic troubleshooting to the crew.
Leonard “The Anchor” Vance | Founding Member & Lead Electrical Assistant
  • Foundational Experience: A founding member of the business with deep technical expertise and a focus on building a legacy of quality.
  • Operational Superpower: Acting as the “Human GPS,” he maintains meticulous organization of all tools and materials to keep projects moving efficiently.
  • The “Clean-Site” Standard: He is dedicated to leaving every job site spotless, ensuring homes look better than when he arrived.
  • Team Catalyst: Known for his permanent smile and high energy, he serves as the crew’s morale booster, believing that a happy team produces perfect work.
Tameron Nell | Administrative Coordinator
  • ​Operational Anchor: Responsible for managing core administrative procedures and coordinating workflows, she ensures that daily operations run seamlessly from start to finish.
  • ​Grounding Presence: While naturally quiet and reserved, she has a rare ability to keep the entire team grounded, serving as a steady reminder to pause and recalibrate whenever the workload becomes overwhelming.
  • Deeply Dedicated: Extremely respectful and highly organized, she doesn’t just keep things moving behind the scenes—she holds the team together and ensures everyone has what they need to succeed.
  • ​Key Asset: Bringing an invaluable presence to a fast-paced, demanding industry, her quiet impact speaks volumes and keeps the entire organization balanced.