SELINA TANDEKA MASINA
Kitwe
Summary
Dynamic Mining Engineer with over 7 years of experience in the mining sector. Proven expertise in continuous improvement, project management, and safety protocols contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and productivity. Successfully led initiatives improving safety and performance for underground mining operations and developed structured planning systems for budgeting and production activities. Capable of fostering stakeholder relationships and driving team cohesion while optimizing resource allocation. Eager to leverage this experience to advance organizational goals in the mining industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Improvement Coach
Mopani Copper Mines
Kitwe
04.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives within the Mining department, fostering a culture of accountability and performance optimization.
- Championed a proactive safety culture by modelling and enforcing best practices in Safety, Health, and Sustainable Development through rigorous audits on development drilling and stope blasting underground.
- Ensured crews maintained awareness of the relevant safety fatal hazard protocols (FHPs) and lifesaving behaviors (LSBs).
- Conducted audits on underground equipment (loaders, dump trucks, drill rigs, Cubex drill machines, and utility vehicles) while coaching operators on safe operating procedures for equipment underground.
- Investigated enhancements to mining standards, procedures, and processes that achieved improvements in safety, reliability, performance, and productivity.
- Devised and maintained a structured rolling quarterly (4-3-2-1) planning system to support budgeting and prioritize mine production activities, milestones, and key deliverables.
- Managed the preparation, review, and submission of the annual cost Centre budget, ensuring alignment with production targets and approved outputs.
- Coordinated and oversaw day-to-day implementation of project activities, guaranteeing timely delivery of project targets according to the approved work plan and budget.
- Participated in monitoring visits to collect, verify, and analyze data on project activities and outcomes.
- Prepared and submitted regular reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
- Integrated environmental considerations into production planning and execution, advocating responsible and sustainable mining practices.
- Implemented robust contractor and stakeholder engagement practices, ensuring effective collaboration, clear communication, and alignment with mine production goals, thus enhancing operational efficiency and mutual accountability.
- Orchestrated effective contractor and stakeholder engagement strategies to align external partners with production objectives.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to secure support for production objectives.
- Formulated and executed internal communication strategies to ensure clear, timely, and transparent project updates to all stakeholders.
- Organized team building and communication activities to enhance integration and cohesion within the project team.
- Coordinated cross-functional efforts and optimized resource allocation using project management tools to align with strategic production goals.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
Senior Productivity Engineer
Reliant Mining and Construction
Kitwe
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared tender documentation, including bills of quantities.
- Designed comprehensive cost estimates.
- Monitored project schedules and developed documentation and reports to showcase trends in performance.
- Updated site sales reports and verified deductions concerning the contractor's reports.
- Executed cost control for all works to ensure expenditures aligned with the budget, including explosives, diesel, support materials, and rock tools.
- Identified change indicators for upcoming works using historical productivity data.
- Attended site reviews, compiling comprehensive business reviews and findings across all sites.
- Ensured compliance with internal labor regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Standardized operational processes, establishing internal templates and controls based on designated activities.
- Organized data and documentation to support accurate business forecasting.
- Optimized processes to reduce bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and enhance scheduling for business teams.
- Ascertained client needs by observing consumers, collecting surveys, and analyzing client feedback.
Productivity Analyst
Reliant Mining and Construction
Kitwe
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative analyses to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.
- Developed documentation and reports to highlight trends and facilitate informed decision-making.
- Created data visualizations to present easily interpretable reports and documentation.
- Updated and developed standard operating procedures.
- Served as a verifier for site sales reports and deductions related to the contractor's reports.
- Identified change indicators for upcoming works using historical productivity data.
- Produced comprehensive business reviews and findings for all sites regarding costs.
- Ensured compliance with internal labor regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Enhanced monthly and quarterly reporting through innovative data tracking, collection, and sharing strategies.
- Optimized processes to mitigate bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and improve scheduling for business teams.
- Determined client needs by observing consumers, collecting surveys, and analyzing client feedback.
- Forecasted rock drilling tool requirements (weekly, monthly, and annually) and coordinated with suppliers concerning stock needs.
- Conducted root cause analyses (RCA) on drilling consumables failures and recommended solutions.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, tracking against budget targets for rock tools, explosives, support materials, diesel, and tyres to ensure KPI targets were met.
Site Administrator / IMS Coordinator
Reliant Mining and Construction
Chililabombwe
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Transformed raw data into actionable insights for internal teams.
- Identified opportunities to refine data processes and measurement strategies.
- Assisted management in prioritizing business and information needs through regular reviews of goals and processes.
- Enhanced the utility of analytical reports (e.g., rock tools control) by closely monitoring RDT and operator performance to establish efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Managed the inventory of support materials (welded mesh, split sets, cable bolts, and cement) to ensure proper usage.
- Oversaw contracts for both the company (LCM) and suppliers (e.g., food and transport) by reconciling invoices.
- Analyzed lost time affecting operations and identified areas for improvement to recover from productivity delays.
- Coordinated with various company departments regarding Integrated Management System (IMS) certification (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001).
- Recommended measures to enhance the Integrated Management System and maintain the company's IMS Certification.
- Conducted IMS audits and evaluated areas and processes of the company to monitor compliance with applicable standards, existing policies, and procedures.
- Monitored machine availability, utilization, MTTR, MTBF, and other efficiency indicators, coordinating with engineering departments for improvements.
- Checked the effectiveness of the IMS and the implementation of existing policies and procedures necessary for achieving company objectives.
- Promoted awareness of IMS standards and other existing policies and procedures within the organization through training and presentations.
- Coordinated with all departments to ensure compliance with the matrix of training needs.
- Managed complex operations with an emphasis on organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Formulated strategies and action plans to achieve objectives and effectively implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Established and maintained sound working relationships with colleagues.
- Ensured compliance among all key personnel with the matrix of training needs, including operator permit, mine captain appointments, first aid and blasting licenses.
Data Entry Clerk
Reliant Mining and Construction
Mufulira
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Monitored production, development, and support drilling meters, reclamation tonnages, and monthly reconciliations for all completed jobs.
- Compared generated data to source documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Verified data accuracy by consistently reconciling works with documentation and producing annual reports.
- Analyzed lost time affecting operations.
- Updated and maintained databases, enhancing record-keeping for fleet and operator performance.
- Ensured proper sign-off on contractors' reports by the client for payment purposes.
Internship
Konkola Copper Mines - Nchanga Open Pit (NOP)
Chingola
02.2015 - 04.2015
- Acquainted with open-pit activities, mining techniques and equipment, production processes, and safety protocols.
- Monitored production activities for both Cut Il and stockpiles, tracking production rates and volumes.
- Identified and reported on production issues to the Mine Manager, analyzing data to optimize production performance.
- Completed an industrial project titled 'Dilution Control for Optimized Recoveries at Nchanga Open Pit.'
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Project Management
Information Communication University
Lusaka12.2024
Diploma - Mining Engineering
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe12.2024
Grade Twelve School Certificate -
Chipembi Secondary School
Chisamba11.2011
Skills
- Commercially aware
- Process Enhancement
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Management
- Continuous Learning
- Leadership
- Performance Optimization
- Collaborative
- Presentation Building
- Report preparation
- Data Analysis with advanced Excel
- Time Management
- Corrective action Planning
- Project scheduling
- Good communication
- Cost Estimation
Affiliations
- Engineering Institute of Zambia, EIZ No. 23501152006924
- Blasting License, MSD No. 010872
Technical Qualifications
- Well versed with MS office suite (Word, Excel, Publisher & PowerPoint)
- MS Projects
Achievements And Recognitions
- Awarded hardworking employee at Reliant Mining and construction (Lubambe Site) - 2019
- Working in a busy environment and able to produce the desired results.
- Awarded hardworking employee at Reliant Mining (Head Office) 2024.
- Improving safety performance through proactive safety culture and auditing practices.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders and contractors
Attributes
- Collaborative
- Continuous learning
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good communication skills (English, Bemba and Nyanja)
- Sober minded
- Ability to work as an individual as well as in a group.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading and watching TV
- Socializing and travelling
- Cooking
Timeline
Continuous Improvement Coach
Mopani Copper Mines
04.2025 - Current
Senior Productivity Engineer
Reliant Mining and Construction
09.2023 - 02.2025
Productivity Analyst
Reliant Mining and Construction
06.2021 - 08.2023
Site Administrator / IMS Coordinator
Reliant Mining and Construction
06.2018 - 05.2021
Data Entry Clerk
Reliant Mining and Construction
09.2016 - 12.2017
Internship
Konkola Copper Mines - Nchanga Open Pit (NOP)
02.2015 - 04.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Project Management
Information Communication University
Diploma - Mining Engineering
The Copperbelt University
Grade Twelve School Certificate -
Chipembi Secondary School