Francis Mensah
Kumasi,AH
Summary
Experienced Technical Services Manager with top-notch implementation and mine planning management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams.
Well-versed in - Short Term, Medium Term and Long-Term Planning:
- Production and Reserves Scheduling
- Cut-Off grade and Cost’s calculations
- Mining Budget Preparation
- Life of Mine Costs Forecasting
- Life of Mine Whittle Optimization
- Life of Mine Block Modelling, Pit and Dump Designs, planning and deployment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Surveyor
Gerald Group, Marampa Mining Ltd
10.2021 - Current
- Improved safety protocols for fieldwork activities, minimizing risks to staff and equipment during challenging site conditions.
- Developed comprehensive reports for stakeholders, providing detailed insights into project progress and outcomes.
- Standardized procedures for data collection and processing, increasing accuracy and consistency across projects.
- Introduced innovative solutions to overcome site-specific challenges, ensuring successful project completion.
- Provided expert testimony in legal disputes, leveraging extensive knowledge of land surveying and boundary laws to support clients'' cases.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining high standards in land surveying practices.
- Managed team of surveyors for accurate data collection and analysis, ensuring timely completion of projects.
- Reviewed and updated existing policies to incorporate new industry advancements, keeping the company at the forefront of land surveying practices.
- Resolved complex boundary disputes using expert knowledge of land laws and property rights.
- Actively participated in professional organizations to stay current with industry trends and maintain a network of contacts within the field.
- Reviewed and checked survey, subdivision and parcel maps to verify compliance with laws.
- Applied training and mathematical abilities to calculate heights, depths and relative positions of terrain.
Chief Operating Officer
Groups Rubuye SA – Mining & Construction
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
- Guided teams through periods of significant change by providing clear communication and decisive leadership during transitions.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
- Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
- Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Championed the adoption of new technology solutions to streamline operations, automate manual tasks, and improve overall efficiency levels.
- Drove revenue growth with the successful launch of new products and services to meet customer needs.
- Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders.
3. Group Project /Mining Operations Manager
Chemaf S.A, Lubumbashi & Mutoshi Projects
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Streamlined project processes by implementing agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and faster completion times.
- Supported and executed simultaneous delivery of various e-commerce and mobile projects.
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
- Identified risks early in the project lifecycle, developing mitigation plans to prevent schedule delays or cost overruns.
- Established clear lines of communication between stakeholders by creating detailed status updates that kept everyone apprised of critical milestones throughout each stage of the project.
- Successfully delivered multiple high-profile projects on time, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.
- Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines, and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
- Ensured all projects adhered to quality standards by implementing rigorous testing procedures and closely monitoring progress reports.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by effectively managing diverse teams and maintaining high levels of motivation, even during challenging periods of significant change or tight deadlines.
- Reduced project costs with diligent budget management and resource allocation strategies, enabling the completion of projects under budget.
- Served as technical liaison, supporting engineering, management, procurement, sales, and marketing, quality assurance and supply base.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
4. Technical Services Manager
Chemaf S.A, Lubumbashi Projects
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Proactively addressed potential bottlenecks in the workflow enabling smoother project execution from start to finish.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement, resulting in significant time and cost savings.
- Delivered high-quality technical support services that consistently exceeded customer expectations under tight deadlines.
- Managed a team of IT professionals, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues and maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Facilitated clear communication between technical services team members and other departments, fostering strong working relationships across the organization.
- Championed adherence to industry standards ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for staff, increasing overall technical proficiency and productivity.
- Developed technical services strategies based upon clients' goals and implemented processes to achieve objectives.
6. Technical Services Manager
Twangiza Mining SA, Banro Corporation
10.2010 - 12.2016
- Improved technical support efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing new software tools.
- Proactively addressed potential bottlenecks in the workflow enabling smoother project execution from start to finish.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and best practices, ensuring optimal performance of technical services department.
- Championed adherence to industry standards ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively prioritizing projects based on business needs and available resources.
- Delivered high-quality technical support services that consistently exceeded customer expectations under tight deadlines.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for staff, increasing overall technical proficiency and productivity.
- Identified key metrics for tracking departmental success, and adjusted strategies accordingly to improve results over time.
- Developed technical services strategies based upon clients' goals and implemented processes to achieve objectives.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for team members, identifying opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.
Survey Manager - Open Pit Mining
Gold Fields Ghana Limited
04.1999 - 09.2010
- Implemented safety protocols for fieldwork, reducing the occurrence of accidents or injuries among team members.
- Established standard operating procedures for consistent documentation across all projects within the company portfolio.
- Conducted quality control checks on fieldwork to maintain high standards of accuracy and precision.
- Enhanced project efficiency by implementing advanced surveying technology and techniques.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on emerging trends in surveying practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved team productivity and project completion rates.
- Evaluated new equipment and software, recommending cost-effective solutions for company-wide adoption.
- Cultivated a strong reputation as subject matter expert in land surveying practices through ongoing education and training, contributing to the overall credibility of the company.
- Analyzed complex data sets, providing clients with actionable insights for informed decision making.
Education
Ph.D. - Mining Engineering
University of Mines & Technology
Tarkwa, Ghana06.2025
MBA - Leadership And Sustainability
Robert Kennedy College
Zurich, Switzerland06.2015
Master of Science - Mining Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana06.2007
Skills
Topographic mapping
- GPS Technology
- Property Research
- Technical report writing
- Drone surveying
- Project Management
- GPS knowledge
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved 15% drilling cost reduction through the implementation of mining model development
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Affiliations
- • Member, Australian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy (MAusIMM) • Member, Ghana Institution of Surveyors (MGhIS) • Academic member, Federation of International Surveyors (MFIG) • Member, National Society of Black Engineers (MNSBE)
Certification
Blasting certification
Shift Boss Certificate of Competency
Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate of Competency
ST Johns Red Cross Certification
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Chief Surveyor
Gerald Group, Marampa Mining Ltd
10.2021 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Groups Rubuye SA – Mining & Construction
11.2020 - 10.2021
3. Group Project /Mining Operations Manager
Chemaf S.A, Lubumbashi & Mutoshi Projects
08.2018 - 09.2020
4. Technical Services Manager
Chemaf S.A, Lubumbashi Projects
10.2017 - 07.2018
6. Technical Services Manager
Twangiza Mining SA, Banro Corporation
10.2010 - 12.2016
Survey Manager - Open Pit Mining
Gold Fields Ghana Limited
04.1999 - 09.2010
Ph.D. - Mining Engineering
University of Mines & Technology
MBA - Leadership And Sustainability
Robert Kennedy College
Master of Science - Mining Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Blasting certification
Shift Boss Certificate of Competency
Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate of Competency
ST Johns Red Cross Certification
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