Mining/Geotechnical Engineer
Resume:
RESUME – SAMUEL NUNOO
**** ******* ******, *******, ** 86409 •E-mail: ******@***.*** ; Cell 575-***-**** begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 575-***-**** end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Professional Objective
To obtain a position in Mining progressive firm that offers professional advancement and an opportunity to fully utilize my expertise in Mining, Mineral and Geotechnical Studies
Education:
Universities Attended
MS Mineral Engineering -New Mexico Tech, Socorro, USA January 2007 to May 2009
BS Mining Engineering, KNUST School of Mines, Tarkwa/Kumasi, Ghana October 2000 to June 2004
Honors & Professional Affiliation
Research Assistantship to pursue a MS. program at New Mexico Tech
Presentation award at New Mexico Mining Association Conference
ISEE 2007 to date
SME (Society of Mining, Metallurgical and Exploration) 2007 to date
Employment Summary:
Mining/Geotechnical Engineer (New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources) September 2009 to August 2010
Write report and research findings
Compilation of geologic data
Sampling Preparation and Crushing
Perform varieties of geotechnical testing,
Analyses and Interpretation of Geotechnical Data
Perform ABA and Paste pH test on soil samples
Research Assistant (New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources) February 2007 to May 2009
Perform research on shear strength and slope stability of rock piles at the Chevron Questa mine.
Assist in development of a new technique to measure in-situ shear testing at the Chevron Questa mine
Perform in-situ direct shear test to determine in-situ shear strength parameters and analyses results the Chevron Questa mine
Perform a variety of geotechnical laboratory tests (Particle size sieving, Hydrometer test, Atterberg limit test, Laboratory direct shear test, Specific gravity, Point load test, and Slake durability test) and interpret results
Write report and research findings
Mining Engineer, Bio Consult Limited November 2005 to December 2006
Key Projects
Open pit slope stability analysis and design recommendation
Preparation of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) Report and Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) Report for Mining Companies in Ghana .Some of the Reports include;
Environmental Impact Statement for Xtra Gold Mining Corp. on Alluvial Gold Mining Project at Kwabeng and Pameng in Atiwa District; Environmental Impact Statement for Wexford Goldfield Ltd for Wassa Project
Resettlement Action Plan for Akoti and Etwebo Community for Chirano Gold Mines
Preparation of Environmental Management Plan (EMP) Report and Preliminary Environmental Report (PER) for Quarry Mining Companies in Ghana
Mining Engineer, Environmental Protection Agency November 2004 to November 2005
Key Projects
Inspection of Open Pit high walls to make sure to meet design standards
Creation of Database for all Mining Companies using Access database and Ms-Excel
Health, Safety and Environmental Management
Monitoring, and Inspection of Mining Companies and report writing on all Inspection Conducted
Mining Engineer, Anglo Gold Ashanti, Iduapriem Gold Mine, Tarkwa-Ghana December 2003 to November 2004
Key Projects
Mining Planning and Scheduling using excel sheets and Surpac Software
Monitored and supervised excavations, loading and hauling of ore and waste
Monitored fuel consumption and prepared contractor’s equipment accruals.
Supervised blasting operations such as blast pattern mark out, blast hole dipping, charging and stemming.
Monitoring of trucks, excavations and ancillaries on field from a control room
Other Computer Skills
Microsoft Office, Windows Experience, Intro. to Matlab, FORTRAN 77, AUTOCAD, ARCGIS, Minesight Overview, ROCSCIENCE SOFTWARES
Public Service
Judge for 55th Annual New Mexico Science & Engineering Fair
Offered tutorial service in College for colleague course mates
Rendered a community tutorial service to basic school and senior secondary school students in Ghana.
Reference
Mr. Kwaku Boakye
Geotechnical Engineer
Robinson Nevada Mining Company
4232 W. White Pine Co. Rd 44
PO Box 382
Ruth, NV. 89319
***********@************.***
Ph: 775-***-****
Cell: 775-***-****
Dr. Virginia McLemore
New Mexico Bureau of Geology and Mineral Resources
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
801 Leroy Place
Socorro NM 87801-4796
Tel. 575-***-****
******@***.***.***
Mr. Frederick Ennin
Environmental Engineer
Mineral Park Mine
8275 N. Mineral Park Rd.
Golden Valley, AZ 86413
United States of America
Tel. 928-***-****, ext. 262
Mr. Samuel Tachie-Menson
Production Support Department
Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc.
Morenci Operations
4521 N. US Hwy 191
Morenci, AZ 85540
Tel. 928-***-****
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