Onesmus Chisanga
Mining Engineer
Solwezi,06
Summary
Accomplished supervisor with a proven track record at First Quantum Minerals, adept in staff management and workplace safety. Excelled in mentoring and training, enhancing team productivity and reducing turnover significantly. Skilled in cash handling and conflict resolution, achieving operational excellence and fostering professional growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor
Fqml Kansanshi Mining Plc
12.2024 - Current
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
Area Supervisor
First Quantum Minerals
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided ongoing coaching to staff members, promoting skill development and career progression.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by mediating discussions that led to mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace, minimizing accidents and incidents.
Shift Boss
First Quantum Minerals
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Developed training programs to ensure team members were proficient in necessary skills and techniques.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing effective communication strategies and daily task delegation.
- Identified operational inefficiencies throughout the course of each project cycle leading towards proactive solutions implementation that significantly increased overall productivity levels.
Operations Foreman
Bulk Mining Explosives Limited BME
06.2015 - 04.2021
- Achieved consistent on-time project completion with effective resource allocation and schedule management.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry best practices and leading employee training sessions as necessary.
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives that contributed to environmental sustainability efforts within the organization.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with outside service providers to support continued growth while reducing costs where possible.
Student Mining Engineer
Bulk Mining Explosives Limited BME
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Enhanced mine productivity, optimizing drill patterns and blasting methods for maximum ore recovery.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall mine performance and achieve production targets consistently.
- Streamlined communication between various departments involved in mining operations, fostering cohesive teamwork toward shared goals across disciplines.
- Organized safe, cost-effective completion methods of projects to exceed stakeholder and company expectations.
Intern Student Mining Engineer
Mopani Copper Mines PLC
02.2010 - 10.2011
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mining Engineering
The University Of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia08-2012
Skills
- Cash handling
- Employee training
- Workplace safety
- Staff management
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
Fqml Kansanshi Mining Plc
12.2024 - Current
Area Supervisor
First Quantum Minerals
08.2023 - 12.2024
Shift Boss
First Quantum Minerals
04.2021 - 08.2023
Operations Foreman
Bulk Mining Explosives Limited BME
06.2015 - 04.2021
Student Mining Engineer
Bulk Mining Explosives Limited BME
09.2014 - 05.2015
Intern Student Mining Engineer
Mopani Copper Mines PLC
02.2010 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mining Engineering
The University Of Zambia
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