AGGREY NG’ANDU

Mining Engineer

About Me

I am a diligent and self-motivated engineer holding a

Bachelor of Mineral Sciences degree in Mining

Engineering. With a strong work ethic, I bring a wealth of experience in mining operations, encompassing diverse skills such as mine planning, designing, drilling and blasting, resource optimization, materials handling, and maintenance. My expertise extends to equipment

coordination involving load, haul, and dump processes, alongside proficiency in Short- and Long-Term

Production and equipment schedules, machine

utilization, fuel consumption analysis, post-blast assessments, and dewatering techniques. My

adaptability as a fast learner and my collaborative spirit as a positive team player drive me to consistently pursue the highest standards of achievement. Grounded in

reliability, self-determination, goal orientation, and an eye for detail, I approach my work confidently and creatively. Operating adeptly with minimal supervision, my ultimate goal is to contribute effectively to an organization's efficiency, effectiveness, and overall success.

Skill & Expertise

Problem Solving

Time and Priority

Management

Critical Thinking

Resourceful

Interpersonal

Critical Resolution

Leadership

Microsoft Office Package

Geovia Surpac

Education Background

The University of Zambia

B. Min.Sc-Mining Engineering

2012-2018

Kalonga High School

Grade 12 GCSE Certificate

2008-2010

My Contact

ad0449@r.postjobfree.com

Lusaka, Zambia

076*******/077*******

Work Expericence

Jvchantete Earthworks Ltd - First Quantum

Minerals

Plc, Enterprise pit kalumbila mine Mine Captain

Nov 2022 – April 2023

Take charge of overseeing all aspects of pit operations to ensure they are carried out in alignment with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Monitor the daily activities within the mining pit, including excavation, hauling, drilling, and blasting, to maintain efficiency and productivity.

Key responsibilities:

Jvchantete Earthworks Ltd - First Quantum Minerals Plc, Enterprise pit kalumbila mine Shift Supervisor July 2022 – Nov 2022

PROFESSIONAL

MEMBERSHIP & BOARD

REPRESENTATIONS

• Engineering Institute of Zambia

(EIZ)

• Blasting license

• First Aid certificate

Prioritize and enforce strict safety protocols and practices to ensure the well-being of all personnel working within the mine and the safe operation of equipment.

Conduct regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification to proactively mitigate potential safety risks.

Manage the maintenance and operation of heavy

machinery, trucks, excavators, and other equipment used in pit operations, ensuring they are in proper working condition.

Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule routine servicing, repairs, and equipment upgrades as needed. Assume the responsibilities of the superintendent during their absence, ensuring seamless management of the entire mining operation.

Ensure that safety protocols, procedures, and best practices are rigorously adhered to, minimizing risk and promoting a safe work environment.

Uphold a commitment to quality workmanship, driving the team to consistently deliver work that meets or exceeds established standards.

Coordinate and collaborate with various support functions such as maintenance, logistics, and engineering to ensure smooth operations.

Facilitate effective communication between departments, fostering a cohesive and well-coordinated effort towards achieving operational goals.

Implement quality control measures to verify the integrity of work completed, ensuring that it meets specified standards and requirements.

Spearheading safe quality of work

Ensure that all activities adhere to environmental regulations and sustainability standards.

Insuring production targets are achieved in every shift General house keeping

Key responsibilities:

REFERENCES

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KEY COMPETENCIES

Shift Operations Management

Maintenance Reporting and

Follow-up

Team Delegation and

Leadership

Machinery Coordination

Safety and Environmental

Compliance

Crisis Management

Performance Monitoring and

Enhancement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

AGGREY NG’ANDU

Jvchantete Earthworks Ltd - First Quantum Minerals Plc, Enterprise pit kalumbila mine Person in Charge

(PIC)

Sept 2021 – June 2022:

Orchestrated and managed day-to-day shift operations, ensuring seamless production and adherence to quality standards.

Collaborated closely with maintenance teams, promptly reporting any equipment breakdowns, and facilitating necessary repairs. Diligently followed up on planned maintenance schedules to minimize operational disruptions. Delegated tasks and responsibilities to a diverse workforce, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. Streamlined machinery coordination for daily operations, optimizing resource utilization and minimizing downtime. Maintained accurate and comprehensive documentation of shift operations, maintenance activities, safety incidents, and production metrics.

Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, safety goals, and sustainable practices Key responsibilities:

AGGREY NG’ANDU

Cooperative Muratori Cementitsi DI’Ravenna - Konkola Copper Mine

Person in Charge (PIC)/Acting Shift Boss

June 2019 – Nov 2019

Supervision of Development, Long Hole and Services (pipe laying, ventilation installations and welded Wire Mesh) Supervion of support, drilling and Blasting,Lashing, Dewatering and Services.

Key responsibilities:

Glencore Limeco Resources Trainee Mining Engineer Sept 2021 – June 2022:

Carried out a study on SLOPE STABILITY AND ACCURATE BLASTING ON THE FINAL PIT LIMITS IN NON-HOMOGENEOUS FORMATIONS, a case study of Limeco resources.

Successfully oriented in the following departments: Pumping systems, reservoir and head losses study

Dewatering to optimize drilling, blasting and achievement of good rock fragmentation.

Connecting detonator electrical wires to blasting machines. Reporting any sort of sink and outbursts around the mine and the pit to have a safe working environment.

Working closely with the magazine so as to ensure proper storage of explosives.

Safety by ensuring no personnel or machinery presence in the pit during the blasting times.

Investigation of blast intensities through seismography and calculation of powder factors.

Bench preparation, stemming and charging of blast holes. Post blast analysis

Checking mine equipment for proficiency, inspections on mine tires to avoid tire bursts and wear and tear.

Carried out other duties as was reasonably assigned by the Mining Captain

Key responsibilities:

- Geology - Roads and Dumps

- Geotechnical Engineering

- Drilling and Blasting

-Long/Short Range Planning

-Loading and Hauling

-Productivity - Grade Control

-Survey

-Dewatering

AGGREY NG’ANDU

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