Specialist Maintenance Drill Rig
Resume:
RESUME OF CHRISTIAN YEBOAH NELSON
PERSONAL DETAILS
Residential Address : Sharp Link House No.12 Tamso Estate.Takwa - Ghana
Date of Birth : 5 June 1971
Telephone : +61-474-***-*** / +233-***-******
E-Mail Address: ************@*****.*** / ****************@*****.***,
Skype id – yeboah. nelson
Profession : Heavy Duty Mechanic – Sandvik U/G & Surface equipment
SUMMARY OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Over Twenty Years Working Experience As A Maintenance Fitter In The Following Mining Industry : Minjar Gold Pty Ltd, Pajingo U/G Operation (Australia) African Underground Mining Service (Aums) Jacrijk Al-Rushaid Cont. & Service Co. Ltd (Saudi Arabia), Aureus Mining Inc.-New Liberty Gold Mine (Liberia) Automotive Management Service (Liberia) Pan Africa Minerals (Burkina Faso), Enor Spa De Mining Ltd (Algeria), Sandvik Mining & Construction (Ghana), Africa Mining Services, Ghana (Tarkwa And Damang Sites), Taywood Mine (Ghana), Drill Sure Exploration (Ghana)
I Am An Expert In Breakdown, Preventive, Periodic And Predictive Maintenance Of Any Heavy-Duty Equipment.
EDUCATION DETAILS
Institution : University of Mines and Technology
Year : 2011
Certificate : Maintenance Management (Preventive, Predictive and Breakdown)
Institution : Nsawam Anglican Middle School
Year : September 1987 - June 1991
Certificate : Middle School Leaving Certificate
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Technical training on Sandvik DP Series Rig, Finland
Technical training on Sandvik U/G equipment’s.
Basic hydraulic certificate
Advance hydraulic certificate
Trouble Shooting Hydraulics
Introduction to tamrock sandvik hydraulic systems.
Introduction to Atlas Copco Roc L8
Proficiency –Maintenance Management
International St. John Ambulance First Aid Certificate
WORKING EXPERIENCE
COMPANY: Minjar Gold Pty Ltd, Pajingo U/G Operation (Australia)
POSITION: Lead U/G Mobile fleet Fitter
YEAR: October 2021 to date
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for U/G Breakdowns, Maintenance, Repairs, etc. on Sandvik underground drills, Trucks, loaders, cable bolter,
Maintain machine availability
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all U/G drills problem.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn_ out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Sandvik U/G equipment’s.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition U/G drills.
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Safety, see to that the co-workers work safe at all times under my supervision.
Fault finding and risk assessment.
Housekeeping at all times at a work place.
Demonstrated good work ethic and willingness/ability to learn and mentor on the job and update skills.
Committed to safety using occupation health and safety, environment standards and procedures.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
COMPANY: African Underground Mining Service (Ghana)
POSITION: U/G Maintenance Fitter
YEAR: April 2017 to October 2021
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for Absolute Technical Support Sandvik underground drills, Trucks, loaders, cable bolter, Rock bolter and Rhino (Breakdowns, Maintenance, Repairs, etc.)
Maintain machine availability
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all U/G drills problem.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn_ out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Sandvik U/G equipment’s.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition U/G drills.
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Safety, see to that the co-workers work safe at all times under my supervision.
Fault finding and risk assessment.
Housekeeping at all times at a work place.
Demonstrated good work ethic and willingness/ability to learn and mentor on the job and update skills.
Committed to safety using occupation health and safety, environment standards and procedures.
COMPANY: Jac Rijk Al-Rushaid Cont. & Service Co. Ltd (Saudi Arabia)
POSITION: Sandvik D Pi Technical Specialist /Trainer
YEAR: April 2016 TO April 2017
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for Absolute Technical Support (Breakdowns, Maintenance, Repairs, Spares, and Coaching & Training Locals etc.)
Maintain machine availability
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepare and submit detailed daily maintenance report to maintenance supervisor
Mechanical pit areas and maintenance work in a safe, clean manage conditions.
Effective mechanical maintenance on sandvik DPi
Supervise workshop and field activities
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Tamrock/sandvik surface drill rigs.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Adhered to the safety standard and procedures of Jac Rijk Cont.& Service Co. Ltd
COMPANY: Aureus Mining Inc.-New Liberty Gold Mine (Liberia)
POSITION: Drill Technician/Trainer
YEAR: Dec 2015 to November 2016
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain machine availability DR560, DR540, DE810, DP1500i.
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepare and submit detailed daily maintenance report to maintenance supervisor
Mechanical pit areas and maintenance work in a safe, clean manage conditions.
Effective mechanical maintenance on caterpillar
Supervise workshop and field activities
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Tamrock drill rigs.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Carryout break downs and all preventive maintenance services
Troubleshooting machine breakdowns
Undertake safety and environmental planned inspection, safety audit, critical and planned task observation and other related duties
Perform oil prevention, containment, and/or clean up in accordance with set environmental standards on site
COMPANY: Automotive management service (Liberia)
POSITION: Field Service Technician (Drill & Shovels)
CLIENT: Aureus Mining Inc.-New Liberty Gold Mine (Liberia)
YEAR: Dec 2014 to Dec 2015
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for Absolute Technical Support (Breakdowns, Maintenance, Repairs, Spares, and Coaching & Training Locals etc.)
Testing of machines pressures and mechanical.
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn_ out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain sandvik DP1500i series.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Maintain machine availability
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepare and submit detailed daily maintenance report to maintenance supervisor
Mechanical pit areas and maintenance work in a safe, clean manage conditions.
Effective mechanical maintenance on caterpillar
Supervise workshop and field activities
Troubleshooting machine breakdowns
Undertake safety and environmental planned inspection, safety audit, critical and planned task observation and other related duties
Perform oil prevention, containment, and/or clean up in accordance with set environmental standards on site
COMPANY: Power Edge Equipment, Burkina Faso SARL
POSITION: Equipment Engineer (Drill & Shovels)
YEAR: February 2014 to Date – Dec 2014
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attending to major breakdowns on site
Complete daily report
Complete failure report
Using CAT SIS and ET as well as VOLVO computer (MATIS or Electronic Technician)
Doing standby / shifts
Ability to work extra hours if needed
Overhauling under carriage on dozers fleets and rebuild engines 3306, 3406.
Provide support to reporting staff with regards to safety and health in the delivery of specialist maintenance services;
Compliance with Statutory, Company ’s site specific requirements
Resolve safety matters within the area of his responsibility as they arise
Attend regular safety meetings with employees to discuss safety issues;
Maintain continuous contact with other shift supervisors to enable quick response to complaints on equipment to minimize downtime;
Providing leadership and a job plan to shift supervisor based on the overall maintenance plan;
Report and investigate all accidents that occur in his area of responsibility;
Providing direction to reporting Foremen/Leading hands on equipment repair priorities;
Active promotion of the safety, wellbeing and personal development of all employees;
Report on all accidents/incidents and review investigations to ensure all corrective actions are being implemented;
Promote health and safety in the workplace;
Upward reporting as required;
Carry out daily inspections of housekeeping standards and report accordingly;
Direct and share tasks to personnel at the beginning of shift and convey the Superintendent’s instructions to the shift;
Prepare shift hand-over notes for incoming Shift Supervisor notifying them of issues about mechanical fleet and any hazards;
Record all training on timesheets and daily training forms;
Report all matters involving disciplinary action to the Maintenance Superintendent.
COMPANY: Pan Africa Minerals, Burkina Faso
POSITION: Drill Maintenance Supervisor (Atlas Copco /sandvik Equipment)
YEAR: 2013 – 2014
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To troubleshoot, overhaul repairs, servicing, breakdowns, maintained and Train nationals to meet my competencies, capabilities, skills, education and experiences in L8 MK-1, L8 MK-2, DM25, Cubex DR 560, Pantera Dp1500i, etc.
Carried out monthly machine inspections
Attend and accurately report event at daily production meeting as required
Training nationals on fault finding and repair on hydraulics, compressors (pneumatic system)
Testing of machines pressures and mechanical.
Maintain machine availability
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns
Supervise workshop and field activities
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn_ out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain sandvik DP1500i series.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Daily toolbox meetings with a team of eleven (40) personnel to promote safety awareness
Trouble shooting of hydraulic systems.
Carrying out repair works on all Drill Rigs.
Long and Short hour services, 250hrs, 500, 1000, 2000 hrs services.
Safety, see to that the co-workers work safe at all times under my supervision.
Fault finding and risk assessment.
Housekeeping at all times at a work place.
Demonstrated good work ethic and willingness/ability to learn and mentor on the job and update skills.
Committed to safety using occupation health and safety, environment standards and procedures.
COMPANY: Enor Spa De Mining, Algeria (Sandvik Specialist)
POSITION: Drill Maintenance supervisor
YEAR: 2011 – 2013
RESPONSIBILITIES:
To organize, lead, develop and monitor a team of people to maintain Sandvik equipment services to optimize mechanical fleet availability
Supervision and Safety of maintenance personnel
Carried out earthmoving equipment rebuilds, services and maintenance.
Carry out failure analysis and condition monitoring.
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and basic electric faults
Analysis and plot of equipment availability and utilization.
Carried out component rebuild task
Feedback, First Aid, Height safety (Fall Arrest). Comfortable with any working conditions.
Attending to major breakdowns
Will be assessing the local artisans
Train local nationals
fault-finding on equipment
Complete daily report
Complete failure report
Doing standby / shifts
Ability to work extra hours if needed
Provide support to reporting staff with regards to safety and health in the delivery of specialist maintenance services;
Compliance with Statutory, Company ’s site specific requirements
Resolve safety matters within the area of his responsibility as they arise
Attend regular safety meetings with employees to discuss safety issues;
Maintain continuous contact with other shift supervisors to enable quick response to complaints on equipment to minimize downtime;
Providing leadership and a job plan to shift supervisor based on the overall maintenance plan.
COMPANY: Sandvik Mining & Construction, Tarkwa – Ghana
POSITION: Service engineer (product support)
YEAR: 2006 –2011
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leading workflow on site and solve all breakdowns on. Pantera DP1500, DP1500i and DrillTech D45SK, D25SK, D90KS, D55SP, D50KS, D7SKS, DR560, DE710, DE110, DE880.
To perform Preventive Maintenance, repair machine component and trouble shoot on machine i.e.; also organize Maintenance activity an Unscheduled Breakdown.
Performing service maintenance repairs and assembles new sandvik Drill Rigs on a wide range of equipment.
Expect and able to do Preventive, Corrective and Predictive Maintenance
Carried out intensive repairs and maintenance on undercarriage
Undertaking diagnostic work.
Providing timely customer service.
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Tamrock drill rigs.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Doing physical Inspection around the Machine to check for any obvious Mechanical fault
Prepare Preventive Maintenance (PM)
Safety, see to that the co-workers work safe at all times under my supervision.
Housekeeping at all times at a work place
Safety, see to that the co-workers work safe at all times under my supervision.
Committed to safety using occupation health and safety, environment standards and procedure
Arrange and organize Mechanics for daily working
Maintain, diagnose, and repair auto-electric system to achieve acceptable maintenance availability
Ensure work is carried out in keeping with daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance planning activities
Be involved in assessment of National Employees development and recommendation for additional training
Carry out general mechanical and electrical duties including maintenance, repairs and fault diagnosis working on open pit mining Drill equipment, maintaining high availability of equipment and minimizing cost from equipment downtime.
Holding of warranties.
Troubleshooting, maintenance, servicing and repairs all Sandvik Drill rigs on site.
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
attend and accurately report event at daily production meeting as required
Training nationals on fault finding and repair on hydraulics, compressors (pneumatic system)
Setting of machines pressures and mechanical.
maintain machine availability
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepares and submits detailed daily maintenance report to Maintenance Supervisor.
COMPANY: Africa Mining Services, Damang Site– Ghana
POSITION: Drill Rig Mechanic
YEAR: 2004-2006
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Doing lock-out and tag-out for safety purposes and safely working conditions
Testing of machines pressures and mechanical.
Maintain machine availability
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Mechanical pit areas and maintenance work in a safe, clean manage conditions
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepares and submits detailed daily maintenance report to maintenance manager.
Effective mechanical maintenance on tam rock Pantera1500i,CHA1100
Leading workshop and field activities in absents of supervisor
Train line mechanics on planned maintenance.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Tamrock drill rigs.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Doing physical Inspection around the Machine to check for any obvious Mechanical fault
I did break downs and repairs to all machines
Planned preventive maintenance
Carrying out all component repair and change out valve, motors, pumps, cylinders and undercarriage Diagnosis.
COMPANY: Africa Mining Services, Tarkwa Site – Ghana
POSITION: Caterpillar Mechanics
YEAR: 2001-2004
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition Cat equipment
Performing scheduled maintenance on equipment, performing basic component removal, replacement or repairs on equipment, performing trouble shooting diagnostics on equipment, performing electronic diagnostic testing on equipment, performing component repair/rebuilding on equipment as required
Attending to major breakdowns
Breakdown repairs, maintenance and Troubleshooting of engine, transmissions, hydraulic pumps and heavy equipment CAT 777/Dump Truck, Cat 345DL/345B/,Excavator, CAT 826C Wheel loader, CAT 424E/424B B/Soil Compactors, Dozer, D8R,D7R,D6,
Repairs & Overhauls of all models CAT Hydraulic Pumps.
Trouble shooting & Maintenance.
Parts Planning & Scheduling.
Preventive Maintenance
Major Brands Worked On Caterpillar, Cummins engines.
Overhauling under carriages CAT
Prepare and submit daily report to HME supervisor
Overhauling under carriage on dozers fleets and rebuild engines
Daily toolbox meetings with a team of fifty (50) personnel to promote safety awareness
Trouble shooting hydraulic systems.
Component change out
COMPANY: Taywood Mining Services, Tarkwa– Ghana
POSITION: Drill Rigs Mechanic
YEAR: 1998 – 2000
RESPONSIBILITIES:
solve all drills breakdowns on site
Establishing and maintaining high performance and cohesive teamwork
Planned maintenance, fault finding, repair of component, breakdown and preventive maintenance on caterpillar.
Carried out monthly machine inspections
Testing of machines pressures and mechanical.
Maintain machine availability
General trouble shooting, identifying and repairing mechanical defects and faults
Solve all hydraulics and air systems problem with the help of schematic.
Ensures that all maintenance procedures are strictly adhered to.
Conduct weekly and monthly rig auditing to help prevent future breakdowns.
Prepare and submit detailed daily maintenance report to maintenance supervisor
Mechanical pit areas and maintenance work in a safe, clean manage conditions.
Hand on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Troubleshoot, repair, services and maintain Tamrock drill rigs.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Undertake safety and environmental planned inspection, safety audit, critical and planned task observation and other related duties
COMPANY: Drill Sure Exploration, Ghana
POSITION: Exploration Drill Mechanic
YEAR: 1996 –1998
REPONSIBLITIES:
Hands on approach in solving all rig problems.
Disassembly and assembly of rigs to replace worn out parts.
Testing and adjusting to maintain good working condition drill rigs.
Adhered to the safety standard of Drill Sure exploration.
REFEREES
ROBERT BAFFOUR-AWUAH
Service Manager – Workshop, Rebuilds & Warranty (West Africa)
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology -Kumasi-Ghana
Mobile: +233-*********
Email: ******.*******-*****@*******.*** mailto:*******.*****@*******.***
Hendrik Meyer (Hennie)
Service Manager – Surface Customers (West Africa)
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Mobile: +233-********
Email: *******.*****@*******.***
JASON MORRISON
Workshop Superintendent
African Mining Services
Ghana: +233-*********
Email: *********@*****.***
TOM COLLINS
Workshop Manager
African Mining Service
Burkina Faso
Email: ********@*****.***
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