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Work History
Education
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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
Ateiku
09-1988

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
Isaac Bonzo