Chemical Engineer
GODWIN MOOBA BEENE
First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML)
Lusaka,Lusaka
46
Years of experience
Experienced chemical engineer, metallurgist and mining-sector executive with extensive experience in process control, mineral processing, metallurgical plant operations, project execution, safety, environmental protection, quality systems, government relations and mining-sector policy. Career experience spans ZCCM, KCM, Mopani Copper Mines, government service, consulting and First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML), including senior leadership responsibility and Board-level service.
Work History
Country Manager, Zambia
3 Years 8 Months- Country-level leadership and management responsibility.
- Zambia Companies
Board Director
7 Years 8 Months- Board-level governance and oversight responsibility.
- Zambia Companies
Specialist Government Relations
3 Years- Government relations responsibilities within the mining sector.
Consultant
8 Years- Assessed the performance of Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining and developed a roadmap for the Development Minerals Sector for Zambia under UNECA and UNDP respectively.
- Mining & Metallurgy; Safety & Environment; Quality Control Systems
Permanent Secretary
2 Years- Directed execution of existing mining regulations; developed policies for uranium mining and hydrocarbons; revised the Mining Act of 2008; and promoted investment in the sector, contributing to completion of large mining projects, creation of new projects and revival of exploration.
- Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development
Consultant
2 Years- Turned around operations of a privately owned copper and cobalt concentrator.
- Metallurgy; Safety; Environment
Superintendent Projects
2 Years- Designed process plant; supervised construction teams; commissioned the Copper Leach, Solvent Extraction and Electrowinning Plant; trained operatives.
Manager Technical Services
5 Years- Responsible for process development, contracts, safety and quality control, and environmental matters.
Manager Metallurgy
4 Years- Managed the Concentrator, Smelter, Refinery, Cobalt Plants, Acid Plants, Analytical Services and Environmental Protection; drove production efficiencies, administration and project execution; implemented company and mining policies and regulations.
- Nkana Mine
Plant Superintendent
3 Years- Administered mine regulations; supervised and trained personnel in metallurgical plants, including concentrator and smelter operations; and oversaw environmental protection.
- Luanshya and Nchanga Concentrators
Assistant Plant Superintendent
3 Years- Led process improvement projects, supported efficient operations, and maintained safety, quality control and environmental protection.
- Nchanga Tailings Leach Plant
Researcher / PhD Programme
4 Years- Undertook PhD research in Colloids and Minerals System.
- University of Wales, University College, Swansea
Graduate Under Training
3 Years- Training and practical experience in process control, safety and environment, with a focus on efficient and safe plant operations, pollution control and safety.
- Nchanga Tailings Leach Plant
Education
PhD - Chemical Engineering (PhD Programme in Colloids and Minerals System)
Skills
Chemical Engineering & Metallurgy
Mineral Processing & Concentrator Operations
Process Plant Design & Commissioning
Process Development & Improvement
Mining & Minerals Sector Policy
Government & Stakeholder Relations
Project Execution & Construction Supervision
Safety
Health & Environmental Protection
Quality Control Systems
Production Efficiency & Operational Management
Mining Regulation & Compliance
Artisanal & Small-Scale Mining / Development Minerals
Accomplishments
- More than four decades of progressive experience across mining, metallurgy, chemical engineering, consulting and public-sector leadership.
- Led and supported major metallurgical and mineral-processing operations involving concentrators, smelters, refineries, cobalt and acid plants.
- Played a senior role in the development and execution of Zambia's mining-sector regulatory and policy framework, including work associated with the Mining Act of 2008.
- Contributed to the promotion of investment in Zambia's mining sector and the advancement of uranium and hydrocarbons policy.
- Designed, supervised construction of, and commissioned a Copper Leach, Solvent Extraction and Electrowinning Plant.
- Provided technical and strategic input on artisanal and small-scale mining and development minerals in Zambia.
Timeline
Country Manager, Zambia
First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML)
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
Board Director
First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML)
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Specialist Government Relations
First Quantum Minerals Limited (FQML)
01.2019 - 01.2022Read More
Consultant
GRZ
01.2011 - 01.2019Read More
Permanent Secretary
Government of the Republic of Zambia
01.2009 - 01.2011Read More
Consultant
GRZ
01.2007 - 01.2009Read More
Superintendent Projects
Mopani Copper Mines Limited
01.2005 - 01.2007Read More
Manager Technical Services
KCM Limited
01.2000 - 01.2005Read More
Manager Metallurgy
ZCCM Limited
01.1996 - 01.2000Read More
Plant Superintendent
ZCCM Limited
01.1992 - 01.1995Read More
Assistant Plant Superintendent
ZCCM Limited
01.1988 - 01.1991Read More
Researcher / PhD Programme
BEIT Trust
01.1984 - 01.1988Read More
Graduate Under Training
ZCCM Limited
01.1981 - 01.1984Read More
University of Wales, Swansea
PhD from Chemical Engineering (PhD Programme in Colloids and Minerals System)
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Professional designation: Chemical Engineer / Metallurgist Citizenship: Zambian Note: This CV has been professionally reformatted and the career information has been presented substantially as supplied in the source CV.
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract Work
Minimum Desired Compensation
ZK45000/yr