Titus Kasonde Musoka
Solwezi
Summary
Proven leader at First Quantum Minerals Ltd, adept in optimizing mining operations and enhancing team performance. Excelled in process control and emergency strategies, demonstrating innovative problem-solving and effective communication. Achieved significant improvements in production efficiency and safety compliance, showcasing technical competence and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Supervisor
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
02.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Kansanshi Mining Plc/Cobre Minera Panama
- To maintain the concentrator's integrity, I optimized the flotation and reagent plants and assisted in executing the production plan
- I conducted shift inspections to reduce breakdown times and documented defect reports, while also implementing process control measures for optimal performance
- During my secondment in Panama, I collaborated with metallurgists and superintendents to prepare for the S3 project in Zambia
- I provided training to new staff and ensured compliance with safety regulations and start-up/shutdown procedures
- Kansanshi Mining Plc/Cobre Minera Panama
Control Room Operator/ Mineralogy Metallurgical Technician
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
05.2014 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Kansanshi Mining Plc
- Process control knowledge is required for control room functioning
- Responsible for initiating and stopping the process safely, selecting process set points and other operational parameters, and conducting the process to obtain the desired results
- Technically directs and guides other operators to maintain satisfactory process performance and troubleshoot difficulties
- To play a key role in the beneficiation plant's emergency reaction strategy
- Assist in the completion of the production plan under the supervision of the area Supervisor
- To support metallurgical engineers with day-to-day lab activities including collecting daily mineralogical samples for plant optimization
- Routine technical duties include operating and maintaining equipment, and of course, conducting analyses and tests
- Supervises and trains sample prep operators, in addition to maintaining equipment
- Sample preparation, report creation, and presentation
- Data analysis and quality assurance/control on mineralogy sample blocks
- Kansanshi Mining Plc
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Degree - Metallurgical Engineering
The Copperbelt University
Kitwe01.2013
Skills
- Quickly Adjusting to New Situations
- Innovative Problem Solving
- Effective Troubleshooting Skills
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork Experience
- Technical Competence
Affiliations
Engineering Institute of Zambia
References
- Mr. Crosby Chongo, Metallurgical Manager, Kansanshi Mining Plc, P.O. Box 110385, +260966995978
- Mr. Barnabas Ng’ambi, Concentrator Manager, Kansanshi Mining Plc, P.O. Box 110385, +260965521883
- Mr. Allan Mwaba, Finance Superintendent, Kansanshi Mining Plc, P.O. Box 110385, +260966906601
Attributes
- Sober
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Industrious
- Goal-oriented
- Strong analytical abilities
- Team builder
- Honest
- Ethical
- Driven to bring people together
- Community organizer
- Willingness to learn new things
Leadership Experience
- A great leader envisions the future, establishing clear goals and inspiring others to attain them.
- As a catholic small Christian community treasurer: Transparency and efficient communication promote trust among members of a team or community.
- Morale Booster as ANT-AIDS treasurer: A leader unites rather than divides, realizing the importance of morale in achieving success.
- Strategic Decision-Making as a Shift Supervisor: The ability to make strategic decisions ensures the organization's or team's success and efficiency.
- Team Collaboration secondment in Cobre Panama: It is critical to promote collaboration and maintain excellent relationships with members or team members, especially outside your comfort zone.
Timeline
Shift Supervisor
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
02.2021 - Current
Control Room Operator/ Mineralogy Metallurgical Technician
First Quantum Minerals Ltd
05.2014 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Engineering Degree - Metallurgical Engineering
The Copperbelt University
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