Musonda Mutale
Summary
A dedicated and skilled Environmental Engineer, with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering from the Copperbelt University, I excel in Environmental Management Systems (EMS), supported by a strong foundation in Environmental Law and Compliance. Known for exceptional teamwork abilities, adaptability, and a proactive approach, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring efficiency and compliance with all professional ethical standards. My expertise is complemented by robust time management and communication skills, making me a valuable addition to any team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health, Safety and Environment Intern
Lafarge Zambia Plc
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Dust discharge monitoring to ensure compliance
- Monitoring water treatment and effluent discharge
- Ensuring high standard of Health and Safety is maintained through engagements with employees, risk assessments and monitoring of health and safety devices including personal protective equipment
- Conducting safety inductions for visitors and employees in the plant
- Ensuring training for key areas for Health and Safety such as first aid and firefighting
- Handling of regulatory permits and licenses for Environmental management
- Preparation and facilitating of tool box talk (safety talk) weekly.
Enumerator
Zambia Statistics Agency
- Financial scoping survey
- Carried out survey to determine people's use of financial services, financial literacy, knowledge on climate change as well as impact of Covid-19 on financial inclusion.
Environmental Officer (intern)
Konkola Copper Mines
- Inspection of effluent discharge and ensuring legal compliance
- Laboratory testing for various physical, chemical and biological parameters in surface and groundwater within the plant and surrounding areas and comparing them with set legal standards
- Writing incident reports after carrying out risk assessments and survey to prevent incidents and promote health, safety and environmental protection
- Ensuring workers safety and suitable work environment by monitoring ventilation, personal protective equipment and safety talks
- Inspection of oil traps, clinical waste, hazardous and non-hazardous waste and ensuring compliance with set legal standards
- Practicing Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA) and compliance with Environmental Management systems according to ISO 14001.
Intern Engineer
Chambeshi Water and Sewerage Company
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Ensuring water quality standards were met by sampling and laboratory testing of chemical, biological and physical parameters e.g
- To determine fecal contamination
- Carrying out chlorine dosing and testing Chlorine levels after water distribution
- Monitoring sedimentation tank cleaning and maintenance of filtering and purifying material
- Working with the technical, water supply and sanitation departments in the field to ensure household connection to the company sewerage system as well as customer satisfaction
- Maintenance of equipment such as pumps and pipes essential for water supply.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering (Distinction) -
The Copperbelt University
Full Grade Twelve Certificate -
Ituna High School
Skills
- Fieldwork experience
- Planning and coordination
- Supervisory skills
- Interview techniques
Research
Carried out a final year project that involved finding alternatives to treated final effluent wastewater and therefore its effect on soil quality over a period of time. This research required application of data collection and analysis skills.
Educational Skills Summary
- Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Solid Waste Management
- Water Resources Management
- Cleaner Production
- Environmental Statistics
- Energy and the environment
- Air Pollution Control and Monitoring
- Biotechnology
- Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics
- Ecotoxicology
- Environmental Law and Policy
- Environmental Impact Assessment
Personal Information
- NRC Number: 343062/43/1
- Date of Birth: 03/15/96
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
Technological Skills
- Microsoft Office Word
- Excel and PowerPoint
- ArcGIS
Professional Bodies
- Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ)
- Copperbelt University Environmental Engineering Society (CUEES)
References
- Dr Jhonnah Mundike, Lecturer Environmental Engineering Department, Copperbelt University, jhomu@cbu.ac.zm, 0975222297
- Ms Meldrine Kasonde, Maintenance Officer, Chambeshi Water and Sewerage Company, 0977194378/ 0966111238
- Mr Paul Beza, Environmental Engineer, Konkola Copper Mines Chingola, paul.beza@kcm.co.zm, 0979897636
- Mr Sinkamba Robson, Regional Statistician, Copperbelt Province, sinkambar@yahoo.com, 0977474645
- Mr Ronald Mwanza, Manager Health and Safety Ndola, Lafarge Zambia, rokinswa2@gmail.com, 0979642634
Hobbies and Interests
Reading books
Timeline
Health, Safety and Environment Intern
Lafarge Zambia Plc
04.2021 - 09.2021
Intern Engineer
Chambeshi Water and Sewerage Company
06.2017 - 07.2017
Enumerator
Zambia Statistics Agency
Environmental Officer (intern)
Konkola Copper Mines
Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering (Distinction) -
The Copperbelt University
Full Grade Twelve Certificate -
Ituna High School
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