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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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VIGILANT SHAKUMBILA

VIGILANT SHAKUMBILA

Kalulushi

Summary

I am a Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I have 6 years’ experience as a SHEQ Manager, 13 years’ overall experience working as a safety and health professional. I have proven track record of hard working, exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SHEQ Manager

Redpath Mining Contractors Limited
Kitwe
01.2018 - Current
  • Overseeing the safety, health environment, and quality assurance side of the business.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Develop, manage, supervise and coordinate work systems to ensure that the production or services of the company meet the highest quality standards and that the working practices of the company are delivered.
  • Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance
  • Evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments.
  • Planning, implementing, and conducting preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs.
  • Conducting high level risk assessments with line management, identifying unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
  • Facilitate and Initiate all incident/accident investigations
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.

Safety Officer

Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
Zambia
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
  • Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
  • Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.
  • Developed safety programs in accordance with OSHA standards and company policies.
  • Assisted in the development of new safety protocols for plant operations based on changes in regulations or industry best practices
  • Ensured that all employees had proper personal protective equipment available at their workstations.
  • Participated in incident investigations by interviewing witnesses, taking photographs of the scene, collecting evidence, preparing written reports and making recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
  • Facilitated hazard communication meetings between management personnel and front-line workers to discuss potential risks associated with particular tasks or processes.
  • Analyzed data from audits and inspections to identify trends in unsafe working conditions or behaviors.
  • Skills Acquired: Attention to detail, safety system implementation, team player, communication skills.

Safety Coordinator

Mopani copper Mines
Zambia
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
  • Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
  • Investigated employee accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop preventive measures.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Coordinated the development of emergency response plans for hazardous materials incidents.
  • Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
  • Analyzed data from safety audits and investigations to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors.
  • Maintained records related to OSHA compliance such as accident reports, safety inspection logs.
  • Monitored contractor activities onsite to ensure adherence to company standards for safety.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of job hazard analyses, recommending changes as necessary.
  • Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
  • Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
  • Responded to emergency situations in most efficient, effective ways possible.
  • Skills Acquired: Training and Education, computer skills, safety skills and so forth.

Safety Officer

Grinaker-LTA Contractors
Zambia
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action.
  • Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
  • Investigated workplace accidents and provided recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
  • Consulted with medical professionals regarding employee injuries sustained while on duty.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
  • Supervised safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Enforced regulatory policies and procedures across different teams and programs.
  • Investigated reported and identified compliance issues against accepted standards.
  • Produced reports outlining assessments completed and follow-up recommendations.

Person In Charge

Grinaker-LTA Contractors
Zambia
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed daily operations of the department, including scheduling staff and assigning duties.
  • Monitored performance of employees to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Provided guidance and support for personnel as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted daily five minutes safety talk with the crews
  • Ensured that each task given for the day is performed safely
  • Managed the use and storage of explosives underground

Jackhammer Operator

Mpelembe Drilling Company
Luanshya
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Drilled on line as marked by the PIC/Miner
  • Ensured that the face before drilling is cleaned, sockets/Miss-fires pumped out.
  • Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.

General Worker

Mpelembe Drilling Company
Luanshya
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved materials within the workplace.
  • Cleaned tools, machines, and work areas after each use.
  • Followed all safety protocols while performing tasks assigned by supervisors.
  • assisted erecting scaffolding for workers doing working at heights.
  • Ensured that all tools were returned to their proper locations after use.

Education

Currently Studying National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)
01.2021

Diploma in Occupational Safety, Health and Environment -

Coppertone University
01.2013

Grade 12 -

Rusangu Secondary School

Skills

  • Staff Development
  • Employee Coaching and motivation
  • Communication Skills
  • Managing operations and efficiency
  • Team Building
  • Coaching
  • Motivation
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Decision Making
  • Goal Setting
  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team Management
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Played a key role as member of a team in ensuring that target of 1,185 days of no injuries were reached that resulted in better productivity from workers (Grinaker LTA Sinking and Construction KDMP) (2013)
  • Played a key role as member of the team ensuring that Konkola Copper Mine (KCM) prevailed in obtaining 3 Stars for safety that was done through external audit of the British Safety Council (BSC) Protocol
  • Played a key role as member of a team in obtaining the OSHAS 18001 Certification for observing best safety standards at Mopani Copper Mine PLC (2014)
  • Played a key role during External ISO 19001, 14001 and 45001 audit when Redpath Mining returned the certificate in (2019)

Certification

  • General First Aid Certificate- Chamber of Mines
  • All Mining Operation Blasting License- Mines Safety Department
  • Workplace Risk Assessment- KCM Training School
  • Risk Behavior Coaching Process- Grinaker in house training
  • Basic Fire Fighting Certificate

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

SHEQ Manager

Redpath Mining Contractors Limited
01.2018 - Current

Safety Officer

Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
01.2017 - 01.2018

Safety Coordinator

Mopani copper Mines
01.2013 - 01.2015

Safety Officer

Grinaker-LTA Contractors
01.2010 - 01.2013

Person In Charge

Grinaker-LTA Contractors
01.2008 - 01.2010

Jackhammer Operator

Mpelembe Drilling Company
01.2004 - 01.2006

General Worker

Mpelembe Drilling Company
01.2003 - 01.2004

Currently Studying National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)

Diploma in Occupational Safety, Health and Environment -

Coppertone University

Grade 12 -

Rusangu Secondary School

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