Isaac Bonzo
Tarkwa
Summary
A highly experienced and safety-conscious Heavy Equipment Operator with over 10 years of experience in the mining industry. Expertise in operating a wide range of Caterpillar dump trucks, loaders, and specialized transport systems (Sleipner). Proven track record of efficiency in load-and-haul operations, plant processing, and laboratory support across major Ghanaian mine sites. The type of equipment I can operate includes but is not limited to CAT 777C, 777D, 773E, 777F, 785, 992G and 966H.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Operator
FRIDOUG Limited
Chirano Gold Mine
01.2026 - Current
- Operated dump trucks for ore and waste haulage, consistently meeting production targets while prioritizing safety.
- Perform rigorous pre-shift equipment inspections and report mechanical anomalies to the maintenance team.
- Adhered to safety regulations and protocols during all operations on-site.
- Coordinated with other drivers to optimize route efficiency, enhancing timely arrivals while ensuring safety.
Dump Truck and Loader Operator
Ghana Manganese Company
Nsuta Wassa
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Applied exceptional driving skills to transport ore safely and efficiently.
- Executed duties in compliance with company safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Reported maintenance concerns regarding equipment to support operational efficiency.
- Obtained delivery instructions from authorities, verifying details and routes.
Dump Truck and Loader Operator/Sleipner Transporter
Goldfields Ghana Limited
Damang Mine
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Utilized Sleipner to efficiently relocate excavators to workshop for servicing, minimizing downtime.
- Operated trucks safely and professionally to ensure timely and secure delivery of materials.
- Ensured transported materials met weight limits to maintain safe operations.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections of trucks to ensure vehicle safety and readiness.
- Maintained accurate records in compliance with company regulations to support operational integrity.
Operator (Load and Haul)
African Mining Services
Damang Mine
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Operated haul truck, transporting ore to stockpiles to maintain efficient operations.
- Maintained truck cleanliness, promoting operational readiness and adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks, verifying mechanical function, safety compliance, and emergency equipment availability.
- Adhered to all company policies and OSHA regulations.
- Communicated with the incoming haul truck operator and performed handovers.
Site Laboratory Operator
S.G.S Laboratory Service
Damang Mine
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Sorted, labeled, and stored ore samples for efficient retrieval and analysis.
- Maintained accurate records of samples to support quality control and traceability.
- Stored chemicals and ore under appropriate conditions to ensure safety and integrity.
- Executed bottle rolling tests to evaluate leaching efficiency.
- Resampled ore using devices such as riffle splitter.
- Performed chemical inventory assessments to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Ensured materials are packed in an orderly manner.
- Ensured that each laboratory equipment is cleaned and maintained.
Plant Operator
Tebrebe Goldfields Limited
Tarkwa
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Inspected operations to identify and resolve safety hazards.
- Maintained accurate chemical inventories to support compliance.
- Managed irrigation of heap leach to optimize resource use.
- Completed all needed plant and leach pad operations tasks.
- Operated mobile equipment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Recognized guidance from lead operators and/or supervisors and followed it.
- Read pressure gauges, flowmeters, and other equipment to monitor plant conditions and performance.
Equipment Operator/Crusher Operator
Tebrebe Goldfields Limited
Tarkwa
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Executed daily inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Checked the jaw dies and made sure the bolts are tightly fastened.
- Assessed vibration and impact protection levels of the crusher to maintain safety standards.
- Used a scraper, a poker, clean carriers and clear clogged chutes to remove jammed rocks from conveyors.
- Monitored oil quality to ensure cleanliness and absence of contaminants.
- Worked in compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations.
Education
Middle School Leaving Certificate -
Ateiku District Council
Ateiku09-1988
Class E Driver’s License -
Gracious Pearl Driving Academy
Skills
- GPS Navigation
- Route planning
- Hazard Identification
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Time Management
- Record keeping
- Computer Literacy
- Stock Control
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Pitram Mobile Refresher Training, Goldfields, Damang Mine, 06/10/13
- Dump Truck Operator’s Certificate of Competency, Minerals Commission, Goldfields, Damang Mine, 05/08/13
- Sleipner Transport System Certification, Abosso Goldfields Limited, 09/09/11
Timeline
Dump Truck Operator
FRIDOUG Limited
01.2026 - Current
Dump Truck and Loader Operator
Ghana Manganese Company
01.2018 - 01.2022
Dump Truck and Loader Operator/Sleipner Transporter
Goldfields Ghana Limited
01.2011 - 01.2016
Operator (Load and Haul)
African Mining Services
01.2008 - 01.2011
Site Laboratory Operator
S.G.S Laboratory Service
01.2007 - 01.2008
Plant Operator
Tebrebe Goldfields Limited
01.1994 - 01.1999
Equipment Operator/Crusher Operator
Tebrebe Goldfields Limited
01.1994 - 01.1999
Middle School Leaving Certificate -
Ateiku District Council
Class E Driver’s License -
Gracious Pearl Driving Academy