EPAPHRAS LARBI SARPONG
ACCRA
Summary
Driven Mechanical Engineer with three years of experience in plant Surface and Underground mining maintenance, planning reliability engineering.Expertise in reducing downtime and increase availability of machinery and equipment
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planning Engineer
Setters Investment Limited(Golden Star Wassa site
Wassa Akyempim
11.2023 - Current
- PLAN MAINTENANCE SHCEDULE FOR 14 EPIROC EQUIPMENT( 3 BOOMER 282s, 6 MINETRUCK -54s , 4 SCOOPTRAM-18s 1 SIMBA-1354) , 9 AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT( 2 ITs, 2 EXCAVATORS,4 NORMETS ,1 FORKLIFT ) AND 6 LVS
- ESTABLISH, MAINTAIN AND IMPROVE THE MAINTENANCE PLANNING AND SCHEDULING BUSINESS FLOW PROCESS
- RECORD ALL DOWNTIME AND BREAKDOWNS OF EQUIPMENT
- EQUIPMENT WEEKLY AND HOUR PM FORECAST MONTHLY REPORTS
- WEEKLY EQUIPMENT DATA STATISTICS REPORT (AVAILABILITY, DOWNTIME,UTILIZATION)
- PREPARE MONTHLY SPAREPARTS PLAN FOR ALL EQUIPMENT
- ENSURE KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS ARE CAPTURED AND REPORTED FOR EQUIPMENT RELIABILITY
- CHECKING ,INSPECTING RECORDING EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST DAILY
Plant Technician(National Service)
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
TARKWA
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Performed routine inspections of the production equipment and identified potential problems.
- Conducted maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, and replacing parts on machines.
- Monitored plant operations to ensure optimal performance levels and safety protocols were met.
- Operate and maintain crusher equipment including conveyors, feeders, and screens.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while operating crushing equipment.
- Perform pre-start checks to ensure machines are ready for use.
- Inspect material for size consistency prior to feeding into crusher.
- Monitor the performance of crushers by regularly checking output and adjusting settings as required.
- Performed routine maintenance, repair and installation of pumps and pump systems.
- Repaired hydraulic systems, valves, fittings and seals.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts on pumps and related components.
- Checked and adjusted belt tensions, monitored conveyor operations, and cleared jams.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment to ensure safety standards.
Welder Trainee
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
TARKWA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
Heavy Duty Mechanic(University Internship)
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
TARKWA
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed maintenance and repairs on heavy duty trucks, trailers, and other related equipment.
- Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues to determine the necessary repairs or replacements needed.
- Repaired components such as brakes, engines, transmissions, differentials, suspensions, steering systems and electrical systems.
- Inspected, diagnosed and repaired hydraulic hoses for various equipment.
- Installed new hoses as needed with appropriate fittings.
- Performed preventive maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
- Replaced brake pads, shock absorbers and mufflers.
- Diagnosed issues with vehicles by conducting visual inspections and test drives.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected vehicle engines to diagnose mechanical problems.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and proper functioning of machines.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Maintained records of inventory, production output, downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
GHANA SECONDARY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
TAKORADI 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
SUNYANI 10.2021
HEALTH AND SAFETY
THE KNIGHT OF SAFETY ACADEMY
08.2023
Skills
- Work Order Interpretation
- Microsoft Office
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Monitoring
- Safety Protocols
- Research
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Verbal Communication
- Workplace Safety
- Leadership
Languages
english
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Maintenance Planning Engineer
Setters Investment Limited(Golden Star Wassa site
11.2023 - Current
Plant Technician(National Service)
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
08.2021 - 12.2022
Welder Trainee
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
08.2021 - 12.2021
Heavy Duty Mechanic(University Internship)
GHANA MANGANESE COMPANY
06.2019 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
GHANA SECONDARY TECHNICAL SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
HEALTH AND SAFETY
THE KNIGHT OF SAFETY ACADEMY