C H I L E MBWE P H I R I

Senior Instrumentation Supervisor Instrumentation Technologist

Versatile and seasoned Instrumentation Technologist and Electrical & Electronics Engineer with a proven track record of overseeing plant operations, ensuring optimal efficiency, and leading successful commissioning projects. Proficient in fault analysis, preventive maintenance, and resolving breakdowns with expertise in instrumentation equipment. Skilled in managing resources, coordinating maintenance schedules, and generating comprehensive reports. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining high safety standards. Seeking to leverage extensive experience and technical acumen to contribute effectively to a dynamic organization.

P R O F I L E S N A P S H O T

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in overseeing instrumentation operations, conducting fault analysis, and ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules.

Led successful commissioning processes, directed construction projects, and supervised installation activities, showcasing strong leadership and project management skills.

Upholds strict adherence to safety protocols and mining regulations, ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with industry standards.

Efficiently manages critical spares, control stock levels, and resources within the shift instrumentation team to support business objectives effectively.

Proactively identifies opportunities for process optimization and automation, contributing to enhanced efficiency, cost reduction, and improved operational performance.

Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams, senior supervisors, and technicians to provide comprehensive instrumentation services and support.

Effectively communicates with stakeholders at all levels, facilitating thinkstop-talk sessions, hazard identification, and coordination with engineering teams, ensuring alignment and clarity in objectives.

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C O R E C O M P E T E N C I E S

E M P L O Y M E N T O U T L I N E

Kansanshi Copper and Gold Mine Copper Smelter Mar. 2015 – Present Konkola Copper Mines Copper Smelter - Concentrator and Central Instrumentation 2007 – 2014 Mopani Copper Mines PLC Instrumentation Artisan 2006 – 2007 Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation Technician 2005 – 2006 Key Deliverables:

Plant Operations Oversight and Maintenance: Responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the plant during shifts, promptly addressing breakdowns, installations, and improvement tasks. Conducting thorough fault analysis to prevent recurring issues and submitting Root Cause Analysis Documents for each task.

Instrumentation Expertise and Management: Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of installed instrumentation and staying updated on technological advancements. Coordinating shift maintenance schedules and supervising resources for effective maintenance activities.

Safety Compliance and Resource Management: Ensuring the correct and safe usage of equipment and personal protective gear through daily inspections and hazard identification. Managing critical spares and estimating materials required for projects to maintain operational efficiency.

Team Collaboration and Ethical Leadership: Collaborating with supervisors and technicians to provide comprehensive instrumentation services and support. Upholding good work ethics by effectively managing discipline within the section and ensuring the fulfillment of business objectives.

Maintenance Execution and Reporting: Ensuring prompt attention to breakdowns and maintaining records of instruments slated for replacement. Providing assistance in preventive maintenance activities and delivering comprehensive reports detailing work activities and findings.

Equipment Maintenance and Operation: Performing maintenance tasks on various equipment and ensuring their operational readiness. Managing dosing pumps, emergency diesel water pumps, and conducting maintenance on air blowers and compressors for smooth functioning.

System Management and Automation: Working with DCS and SCADA systems, managing Autotec systems at casting wheels, and enhancing process automation for improved efficiency. Installing instruments and totalizing parameters to optimize plant operations.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with maintenance schedules and performing preventive maintenance on instruments. Gaining experience with PLCs, DCS, and various types of valves while upholding high safety standards and strict adherence to mining regulations.

Instrumentation Installation: Installing new instrumentation while adhering to safety and quality standards set by the company and vendors. Minimizing disruption to processing plant operations and production during installation processes.

Control System Understanding: Understanding control philosophies and high-level data coding into processing plant PLC and SCADA systems. Operating instrumentation and control equipment effectively within the installed systems.

Instrument Calibration: Conducting calibration of all field instrumentation to achieve required resolution and accuracy. Ensuring correct hardwired and/or parameter settings for effective functionality with minimal disruption to plant operations.

Parameter Coding and Display: Coding parameters correctly into PLC and SCADA systems for display on HMI units. Ensuring accurate data representation and system functionality through proper parameter coding.

Maintenance Adherence: Adhering to the company's planned and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for instrumentation. Ensuring optimal performance and longevity of instrumentation through regular maintenance activities. E D U C A T I O N C R E D E N T I A L S

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Electronics Engineering The Copperbelt University 2022

Diploma in Electronics The Copperbelt University – 2004 P E R S O N A L D O S S I E R

Date of Birth: 27th May 1980 Nationality: Zambian Languages Known: English, Bemba, and Nyanja Passport No: ZQ040581; valid till: 21-Jan-2034 VISA Status: Nil

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