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Frank Kabwata
Laboratory Analyst
Luanshya,Zambia
Summary
Skilled Laboratory Analyst proficient in testing natural and synthetic minerals from internal and external sources using instrumental analysis and wet chemistry methods. Exhibits strong analytical skills and expertise in wide technique to excel in laboratory settings. Routinely performs laboratory procedures requiring advanced technical skills and sound judgment in chemistry and microbiology. after gaining hands-on experience for 9 year in analytical laboratory
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Laboratory Analyst
Jubilee Metals Limited
Kabwe
02.2023 - Current
- Determination of total copper and acid soluble copper percentage in concentrator samples and geological samples using AAS.
- Analysis of GPL Copper in electrolytes Solutions from SX-EW by short iodide.
- Analysis of free acids in leach plant samples by titration.
- Determination of total copper in final concentrates using AAS.
- Analysis of environmental waters ( TSS, TDS,PH)
- Determination of total Cobalt and acid soluble Cobalt in in third part samples and concentrator control samples using AAS.
- Determination of monthly trace elements in plant control sample using AAS.
- Assists plant metallurgist with Max load analysis in SX-EW. samples.
- Conduct routine Calibrating and troubleshooting of laboratory machine and instruments.
- Analysis of moisture in shipment final concentrate samples.
- Prepare and standardize chemical solutions for use in the laboratory.
- Immense ability to efficiently organize workload and maintain proper documentation.
- Performs testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintains safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Laboratory Analyst
CNMC-Luanshya Copper Mines Plc
Luanshya
05.2014 - 05.2022
- Determination of total copper and acid soluble copper in two hourly control samples and geological samples using AAS/ XRF machines.
- Determination of total copper in final concentrates by electrogravimetry and short iodide titration.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation, reference materials, duplicates and blanks.
- Preparing and standardizing of chemical solutions for use In the laboratory.
- Tested and analyzed total copper% in both electrolytes Solutions and concentrates by short iodide.
- Analysis of pure Cu by the use of OES machine.
- Performed analysis of free acid in leach plant samples.
- Tested and analyzed INSOL by titration and sulphur In concentrates by use of tube furnace.
- Analyzed weekly and monthly trace elements in control samples by AAS.
- Prepared and standardized chemical solutions for use In the laboratory.
- Performed Physical, Biological and Chemical Analysis in boilers, Stream, effluents and Domestic waters (TSS,TDS,PH,Sulphates,Total Hardness,Total Alkalinity etc).
- Conducted routine Calibrating and troubleshooting of laboratory machine and instruments.
- Supervised back shifts in lab and sample preparation, ensured adequate safety of the area in order to prevent any possible accident.
- Maintained lab equipment in proper condition arranged for perfuming experiments.
- Looked after the usage of lab resources and ensure steady supply of materials needed through maintained Records.
- Wide knowledge of standard chemistry lab procedures such as weighing, liquid transfer and dilutions.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Levy Mwanawasa Medical University
Lusaka, Zambia 04.2001 -
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory Management Systems
Alison Online
UK12.2023
ISO 14001:2015 Enviromental Management System
The Nights of Safety Academy
UK05.2023
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Foundation
The Nights of Safety Academy
UK09.2021
General Certificate in Mining First Aid
Chamber of Mines of Zambia Council For First Aid
Kitwe, Zambia 04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, Zambia 04.2001 -
Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Result oriented, honest and determined
Extreme ability to work with different instruments like AAS,XRF,OES
Wide knowledge of standard chemistry lab procedures such as weighing, liquid transfer and dilutions
Proficient in the use of word and excel window and MS office and report preparation
Proficient in using laboratory metrology (volumetric labware, analytical balance micrometer etc)
Great interpersonal quality assurance/tool, methods and concept of quality assurance/relevant regulatory standards / quality control standards and testing
Work Planning and Prioritization
Quality Control Monitoring
Software
Microsoft office excel
Google Spreed Sheet
Wordpad, Windows Fax and Scan
Timeline
Laboratory Analyst
Jubilee Metals Limited
02.2023 - Current
Laboratory Analyst
CNMC-Luanshya Copper Mines Plc
05.2014 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Levy Mwanawasa Medical University
04.2001 -
General Certificate in Mining First Aid
Chamber of Mines of Zambia Council For First Aid
04.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology
Evelyn Hone College
04.2001 -
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Laboratory Management Systems
Alison Online
ISO 14001:2015 Enviromental Management System
The Nights of Safety Academy
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Foundation
The Nights of Safety Academy