DANIEL SARKWAH OWUSU
Mining Engineer | Operations | People Management | Drill & Blast Engineering
Accra,AA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Summary
Professional mining engineer with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in mining lpad and haul operations, drill and blast engineering, safety management, and resource extraction. Adaptable to changing project needs and reliable in delivering effective solutions. Known for analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to operational excellence.
Work History
Mining Engineer
LOCOMS Mining - Heath Gold Fields
Bogoso Prestea
09.2025 - Current
- Mentoring junior engineers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Leading project planning sessions to align objectives with stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluating equipment performance, recommending upgrades to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
- Enhancing mine productivity, optimizing drill patterns and blasting methods for maximum ore recovery.
- Implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall mine performance and achieve production targets consistently.
Product Applications Engineer
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
09.2024 - Current
- Led over 5 drill site performance assessments and identified inefficiencies that improved penetration rates by 18%.
- Trained 20+ operators and supervisors on tool handling for Top Hammer, DTH, and Rotary rigs, resulting in a 12% increase in lifespan.
- Diagnosed fragmentation and drilling challenges, reducing unplanned downtime by 15% through tailored technical recommendations.
- Collaborated with procurement and global supply teams to maintain >95% rock tool availability across client sites, avoiding costly project delays.
- Assisted in drill tools trials, performance modeling and continuous optimization based on varying rock conditions.
Technical Sales and Support Engineer
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked closely with clients' drill & blast teams across 12 mining projects to optimize tool selection and blasting patterns.
- Coordinated delivery of rock tools worth $500K+ in a month, ensuring 100% availability without impacting production.
- Conducted site-based trials and proposed technical enhancements, contributing to more controlled fragmentation and reduced secondary blasting.
Graduate Mining Engineer (National Service Person)
Rocksure International
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Designed and implemented daily blast tie-ups using ShotPlus, aligning execution with mine schedules.
- Performed QA/QC for drill and blast operations and ensured compliance with HSE and explosive handling protocols.
- Improved fragmentation through analysis of drill patterns and bench conditions in collaboration with the Geotechnical team.
- Supported reconciliation reporting and data logging for powder factor optimization.
Project Researcher
University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa-Ghana
Tarkwa, Ghana
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Established strong relationships with external partners, fostering collaboration on joint research initiatives.
- Utilized various research methodologies to gather accurate and relevant information for projects.
- Presented research findings to stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, maintaining consistent progress towards established goals while balancing competing priorities.
Education
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Mines and Technology
06.2026
BSc - Mining Engineering
University of Mines and Technology
10.2021
Skills
- Blast Design & Analysis
- ShotPlus
- Wipfrag
- Split Desktop
- Blast Videos
- Drilling Technologies
- Top Hammer
- DTH
- Rotary Rigs
- Mine Software
- Surpac
- DataMine
- MineSched
- Data Tools
- MS Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Regulatory Knowledge
- LI 2177
- LI 2182
- Duty of Care Standards
Websites
Certification
- Blast Certificate Competence Training, Ongoing, Minerals Commission
- Certified Management Professional Course, Ongoing, Graduate Institute of Management
- First Aid at Work, St. John's Ambulance Ghana
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt, ASQ
- Valid Class B Driving License, DVLA Ghana
Affiliations
- Graduate Member, West African Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (WAIMM)
- Graduate Member, Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM)
- Member, Accra Mining Network (AMN)
- Member, International Association of Engineers (IAENG)
Leadership And Attributes
- Effective team trainer and mentor
- Strong safety culture and situational risk awareness
- Analytical and process improvement mindset
- Resilient under pressure; adaptable to remote, high-volume work environments
Personal Information
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Driving License: Valid Class B Driving License - DVLA Ghana
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline
Mining Engineer
LOCOMS Mining - Heath Gold Fields
09.2025 - Current
Product Applications Engineer
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
09.2024 - Current
Technical Sales and Support Engineer
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology
07.2023 - 08.2024
Graduate Mining Engineer (National Service Person)
Rocksure International
09.2021 - 08.2022
Project Researcher
University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa-Ghana
01.2021 - 08.2021
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Mines and Technology
BSc - Mining Engineering
University of Mines and Technology