Joseph Ndandula
Kafue, Zambia
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Long-Hole Driller at Mabiza Resources Limited, excelling in drill plan interpretation and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and operational efficiency. Skilled in electrical installations and maintenance, demonstrating strong problem-solving and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-Hole Driller
Mabiza Resources Limited
Mazabuka
07.2021 - Current
- Worked with Epiroc DCS Simba 1354 and RCS Simba M6c
- Able to Read and interpret drill plans, layouts, and geological maps
- Adhered strictly to company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
- Operated mechanized long-hole drilling equipment to drill blast holes to engineering specifications
- Provided technical advice when needed regarding appropriate tools and techniques used in drilling operations.
- Ensured drill patterns and depth are completed safely and efficiently
- Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
- Set up rigs for various types of drills including directional, horizontal and vertical wells.
Electrician
Zambia Sugar PLC
Mazabuka
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls regarding electrical malfunctions.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
Motor servicing
Trouble shooting
Installation of electrical equipment
Maintenances of electrical equipment
Installation of VSDs
Carrying out electrical tests
Circuit continuity tests
Maintenance scheduling
Carrying out inspections
Installation of Actuators
PLC I/O wiring
Education
Certification - Simba M6c
Epiroc Zambia
Mazabuka05-2024
Craft Certificate - Electrical Engineering
St Mawaggali Trades Training Institute
Choma02-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced First Aid Certificate
Chamber Of Mines
MazabukaSome College (No Degree) - Mine Rescue Initial Course
Mopani Central Training Center
MufuliraSkills
- Long-hole drilling (RCS and DCS)
- Drill plan interpretation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Rig setup
- Safety compliance
- Electrical installation
- Maintenance scheduling
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Underground cable installation
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Safety trained
- Emergency procedures
- Written communication
- Continuous improvement
- Motor servicing
- Electrical maintenance
- Problem-solving
- Electrical repairs
- Conversant With Microsoft Package
Certification
- Driving Licence Class C1
- Advanced First Aid Certificate
- Confined Space Certificate
- Certificate Of Safety Recognition
Accomplishments
- Recognition to the excellent and. Outstanding Support installation standards in the Mine
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Long-Hole Driller
Mabiza Resources Limited
07.2021 - Current
Electrician
Zambia Sugar PLC
12.2020 - 04.2021
Certification - Simba M6c
Epiroc Zambia
Craft Certificate - Electrical Engineering
St Mawaggali Trades Training Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced First Aid Certificate
Chamber Of Mines
Some College (No Degree) - Mine Rescue Initial Course
Mopani Central Training Center