Augustine Simusokwe
Nkana East,Zambia
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in human resource management, cost management, and operations management. Proficient in information management and project management, with a strong emphasis on environmental management and strategic planning. Expertise in budget preparation, process optimization, and forecasting techniques. Committed to enhancing organizational success through effective strategic planning and continuous process improvement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Operational Manager
Chambishi Metals Plc
Chambishi, Zambia
2024.07 - 2026.03
- Assisted in developing key performance goals and supported the management of staff performance.
- Contributed to the creation and implementation of strategies aimed at plant and business growth.
- Helped manage recruitment, hiring, and training processes for new employees.
- Ensured departments delivered quality offerings to clients.
- Collaborated with finance managers and senior staff to support efficiency improvements.
- Aided in improving internal processes to enhance productivity.
- Supported the oversight of large projects and the interpretation of performance reports.
- Assisted in managing the budget and monitoring financial health of business units.
President
Chambishi Football Club
Chambishi, Zambia
2018.07 - 2022.01
- Facilitated club administration, resulting in streamlined operations.
Developed a successful youth programme that transformed unproven players into competitive talents.
Secured promotion from Division One to Premier League, marking a significant milestone for the club.
Plant manager
Chambishi Metals Plc
2007.05 - 2020.01
- BSI internationally recognized quality management system and maintenance certification, with direct control of 200 production and engineering personnel.
- Responsible for a primary plant that was critical to both Cobalt and Copper feed for production of quality Sulphuric acid, Cobalt and Copper cathodes.
- In charge of budget formulation and execution, with the annual budget of US12 Million.
- Increased plant efficiency (Copper and Cobalt recovery) from 86 to 94%.
- Developed plant audits that reduced accidents by 80%.
- Increased productivity by 30%. This was achieved by modifying the furnace bed profile hence increasing Copper and Cobalt input/recovery.
- Effectively controlled costs and developed operating budgets.
- Identified inefficiencies and made recommendations for process recovery.
- Successfully handled incident free annual plant shutdowns and startups.
- Improved plant availability from 83 to 98% by ensuring adequate planning and equipment redundancy.
- Successfully modified the Sulphuric acid circulation circuit, replacing the problematic cast iron pipes with SX alloy pipes and reducing the number of flanges/pipes by almost 60%. This completely eliminated Sulphuric acid leaks, consequently improving the plant production/availability.
Process Controller
Chambishi Metals Plc
2001.03 - 2007.01
- Supervised operations and maintenance team to support departmental goals through effective delegation.
- Provided feedback and motivation to enhance team performance.
- Assisted with process management for 50 personnel in day and back shifts to ensure production targets were met safely.
- Supported plant manager in establishing team and individual objectives aligned with business goals.
- Facilitated training and coaching sessions for team members to achieve objectives.
- Contributed expert knowledge to implement business unit strategy and deliver plans effectively.
- Conducted regular meetings and one-on-one sessions to maintain communication across the team.
- Ensured plant assets and equipment were available and fit for use when needed.
- Prepared work control permits for operations.
- Optimised process parameters to reduce reagent consumption by 35%.
Assistant Metallurgical engineer
Zambia Consolidated Copper mines
2000.01 - 2001.01
- Assisted in performing critical tests and providing recommendations on process operations changes.
- Contributed to a team that reduced high lead impurity in finished cobalt metal through identification of bent cathodes and supervision of new cathode assembly.
- Supported re-evaluation of anode pretreatment using correct acid concentration in cobalt tank house.
Education
Master of Degree of Business Administration -
Skills
- Human resource management
- Cost management
- Operations management
- Information management
- Project management
- Environmental management
- Budget preparation and presentation
- Process optimization
- Forecasting techniques
- Strategic planning
Languages
English
Fluent
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
Nyanja
Upper intermediate
Mambwe
Upper intermediate
Affiliations
- Playing and watching soccer
- Playing pool
- Reading books
Referees
- Chama, Kapambwe, Manager operations, +260 977 741703, Frontier mine- Congo
- Robert, Minango, Manager research, +260 977 741716, Chambishi metals plc, P.O Box 21151
- Bernard, Chasaya, Director of Operations, +260 765 933 331, Orica explosives-Zambia
Key Deliverables
- Responsible for monitoring and supervising the overall operation of the Process facilities including all support systems and infrastructure.
- Monitor and analyze process performance in order to maximize production, while identifying opportunities for research projects, new technologies and plant improvements.
- Participate in business improvement initiatives and implement strategies designed to deliver improved production performance.
- Develop and review training programs and evaluate procedures.
- Develop, implement and monitor compliance with operational standards to achieve cost effective and high-quality metal recovery.
- Provide technical support, guidance and direction to Process Operations Personnel.
- Review, develop, implement and lead compliance standards necessary for safe and efficient achievement of the budgeted Copper, Cobalt and Sulphuric acid production.
- Supervise compliance to Safety, Health and Environmental system and display leadership in driving incident free operations.
- Interface with cross functional groups to develop production targets for forecasts and budgets, as well as coordinate the above activities with Mine Operations, Engineering, Human Resources, Environmental and Safety and Health.
- Drive compliance standards required to achieve acceptable levels of copper concentrate quality.
- Oversee mentoring / development of Zambian staff to international standards of experience, training and performance.
- Provide sound direction to Plant Operations teams to achieve desired outcomes.
Timeline
Operational Manager
Chambishi Metals Plc
2024.07 - 2026.03
President
Chambishi Football Club
2018.07 - 2022.01
Plant manager
Chambishi Metals Plc
2007.05 - 2020.01
Process Controller
Chambishi Metals Plc
2001.03 - 2007.01
Assistant Metallurgical engineer
Zambia Consolidated Copper mines
2000.01 - 2001.01