GRACIOUS AKPENE AKU DANKU
Accra
Summary
A Geomatic Engineer with years of experience in geospatial data processing. Proficient in drone-based aerial photography, LiDAR, and advanced geospatial data interpretation. Passionate about environmental sustainability and safety, leveraging technology to ensure efficient and eco-friendly solutions. Recognized for delivering precise, timely results and fostering operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
GIS Specialist
Rocketmine Ghana
Accra
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Organized and processed Photogrammetry and LiDAR datasets, with a 90% - 95% accuracy rate leading to faster project delivery and a 95% client satisfaction rating.
- Formatted data to client specifications, ensuring seamless integration, significant operational efficiency, and notable client retention.
- Collaborated with 4 drone pilots for on-site dataset verification, enhancing data accuracy and project reliability.
- Liaised with 3 software manufacturers in refining data handling procedures, increasing productivity, and enhancing data quality.
- Managed all incoming and outgoing datasets ensuring data integrity.
- Managed drone data collection, performed on-site checks, and maintained quality assurance and control (QA/QC) to deliver client submissions in the desired format
Geomatic Engineer
Joeamah Geomatics Consult Limited
Accra
11.2015 - 01.2023
- Executed Enhanced Asset Mapping for ECG, covering districts in 9 regions in Ghana.
- Integrated GIS and CAD data for detailed asset visualization and database optimization.
- Utilized GPS and Total Station for topographic surveys, ensuring precise elevation mapping.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Geomatic Engineer
Ghana National Petroleum Corporation
Accra
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Supported onshore pipeline route planning using spatial analysis in ArcGIS.
- Created comprehensive geospatial maps for various operational and planning activities.
- Managed data entry and enhanced geographic data accuracy in the Voltaian Basin project.
- Contributed to mapping and planning activities ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geomatic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology
Tarkwa, Ghana07-2014
Skills
- Aerial imagery
- Image processing
- Environmental assessment
- LiDAR data processing
- Data collection and analysis
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Regulations and Compliance
- Environment and Safety
Certification
- NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (2022)
- Google Trained Map Maker Certificate (2012)
- Member, Ghana Institute of Surveyors (MGHIS) (2019)
Languages
Ewe
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Twi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Software Proficiency
- Global Mapper
- YellowScan CloudStation
- PosPAC
- TerraSolid
- QBase 3D
- ESRI ArcGIS
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Earth
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
GIS Specialist
Rocketmine Ghana
02.2023 - 01.2024
Geomatic Engineer
Joeamah Geomatics Consult Limited
11.2015 - 01.2023
Geomatic Engineer
Ghana National Petroleum Corporation
10.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Geomatic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology
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