RICHARD KWAKU OWUSU-ADJEI
New Abirem
Summary
Skilled professional with expertise in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence outcomes through effective written and verbal communication. Proficient in MS Office applications, demonstrating a commitment to safety and a flexible work approach. Results-driven with a track record of independent task completion and team collaboration, aiming to leverage adaptability for impactful results in dynamic environments.
Overview
1
1
Language
5
5
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Zidjin Golden Ridge Limited
New Abirem
2013.09 - 2026.07
- Acting supervisor/lead hand
- Interpretation of Electrical drawings and schematics
- Working with contractors to complete projects, mobilizing of Materials for work and commissioning of projects
- Isolation of Low voltage and high voltage power lines and switchgears and using Electrical schematic drawing in troubleshooting
- Test Performance on newly installed Electrical devices and equipment’s
- Earth Resistance testing and earth Leakage Testing (RCD Test)
- Slip Ring Motor Brush Maintenance, Conveyor Belt calibration, Instrument Calibration, Industrial wiring, Liquid Resistance Starter maintenance and overhead power lines (415v to 11kv) maintenance.
Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor
Lycopodium Mineral pty
New Abirem
2012.12 - 2013.01
- Supervision of Electrical Construction Works
- Electrical Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
- Interpretation of Electrical drawings and schematics
- Working with contractors to complete punch list
- Mobilizing of Materials for work
- Commissioning
- Isolation of Low voltage and high voltage power lines and switchgears
- Use of Electrical schematic drawing in troubleshooting
- Test Performance on newly installed Electrical devices and equipment’s
Electrical Engineer HND (service man)
Newmont Ghana Gold Limited
Brong Ahafo
2011.10 - 2012.01
- Infrastructural wiring (industrial and domestic)
- Installation of dewatering pumps
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Accra, Ghana 2014.10 - 2017.01
Higher National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Takoradi, Ghana 2008.10 - 2011.01
Practical First Aid - undefined
New Abirem, GhanaSkills
- Excellent communication skills
- Good human relation
- Computer literacy
- Problem solving
- Lateral thinking
- Flexible in the approach to work
- Follow through on tasks
- Results orientated
- Safety conscious
- Independent
- Influential
- Strong decision-making skills
- Ability to use
- Well-developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy skills - MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Problem-solving
Languages
Language: TWI AND ENGLISH
Referees
Will be made available upon request.
On Work Education
- Inspecting Engineer Certificate of competency (MINCOM)
- Maintenance planning tools (i.e. SAP)
- High voltage switching and isolation
- Working at Height Training (Lycopodium Ghana Limited)
- Low voltage isolation program (Lycopodium Ghana Limited)
- Knowledge of the statutory regulations relevant to safety and the environment for the mining industry
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools
- Knowledge of planning and scheduling maintenance activities
- Knowledge of High voltage electrical reticulation systems
- Knowledge of industrial work management processes
- Knowledge of mining industry maintenance practices, principles and standards
Timeline
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
2014.10 - 2017.01
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Zidjin Golden Ridge Limited
2013.09 - 2026.07
Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor
Lycopodium Mineral pty
2012.12 - 2013.01
Electrical Engineer HND (service man)
Newmont Ghana Gold Limited
2011.10 - 2012.01
Higher National Diploma - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
2008.10 - 2011.01