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Theresa Owusu-Sasu

Theresa Owusu-Sasu

Tema,Ghana

Summary

I am a detailed Geotechnical Engineer with comprehensive ten-year background in geotechnical engineering industry. Adept at all phases of engineering operation. Dedicated to staying ahead of schedule and under budget for each project. Expertise includes data interpretation, risk assessment, quality control and field investigations. I am seeking continued career advancement in Geoscience and its application in diverse avenues.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Physical/Concrete Laboratory Supervisor

Continental Blue Investment Ghana Ltd.
Tema, Ghana
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance improvements, enhancing cement grinding processes and operations.
  • Ensuring that the equipment and instruments used in testing the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of cement, sand and aggregates for the concrete laboratory are in good conditions.
  • Following the sampling plan and arranging for full physical and mechanical analysis on individual mill and dispatch cement samples when required.
  • Develop concrete recipe tailor made to suit CBI cement users.
  • Ensuring the timely reporting of test results and the proper functioning and running of deployed staff.
  • In conjunction with production/ process team I strive to achieve and maintain optimum grinding parameters of the mills and take corrective actions or report deviations for immediate remedial actions.
  • Responsible for the identification of workplace OH&S hazards/environmental aspects and risk assessment of all activities carried out at the section.
  • Responsible for determining appropriate controls associated with the identified hazards/aspects and ensure that people working under my care are properly trained and competent in relation to assigned job.
  • Responsible for monthly safe work talks at the department and ensure that safety rules/regulations are followed.
  • Trained production and marketing team on quality control measures to improve product excellence.

Quality Control and Site Engineer

Taysec Construction Limited
Tema, Ghana
04.2017 - 07.2018
  • Used geotechnical engineering knowledge to maximise construction capabilities across specialist areas.
  • Oversaw Quality Control (QC) for construction teams, delivering results in line with project specifications.
  • Supported quality standards by verifying premium quality of on-site construction materials.
  • Reviewed designs, plans and reports to ensure constant compliance with project specifications.
  • Planned, procured and supervised ground investigations for CBI cement grinding Plant and Noguchi Research Centre construction projects.
  • Coordinated contractors, subcontractors and labourers to deliver on projects.
  • Monitored and maintained health and safety standards for site compliance.
  • Conducted laboratory tests of construction materials (concrete, aggregates, fill materials, reinforcement bars etc) to determine the safest and most cost-effective structures for the projects.
  • Supervision pouring and concrete casting, other site works are delivered by standard procedures.

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Betonsa Concrete Limited
Tema, Ghana
11.2015 - 04.2017
  • Prepared raw materials samples (i.e. aggregates, cement, water, additive) and final concrete products for testing and analysis.
  • Tested concrete products and raw materials according to Quality Control (QC) standards. i.e. i.e. Compressive strength test, air content, workability of concrete, setting time etc.
  • Maintained full functionality of laboratory instruments and advised on sources for purchasing new equipment.
  • Analysed test results to identify concrete strength trends and produce accurate diagnoses.
  • Shared ideas with team and management to drive continuous improvement within laboratory environments.
  • Trained junior laboratory technicians in material and concrete laboratory best practices.
  • Performing quality checks and tests for clients at their construction sites.
  • Educating artisans and site workers on the quality and how to effectively utilize concrete produced.
  • Visits to quarry sites to ensure that quality and standard materials are delivered for concrete.

Trainee Materials Engineer

Ghana Highways Authority
Accra, Ghana
09.2013 - 12.2014


  • Geotechnical assessment on base and subbase materials (soils, chippings, binding material i.e., cement or bitumen) intended for on-going roadworks as well as supervision.
  • Performing various Geotechnical laboratory tests on soils and aggregate such as Specific Gravity Test, Concrete Compressive Strength Test, Flakiness and Elongation Indices, Atterberg limits, Compaction etc.
  • Using the Nuclear Densometer to determine the Maximum Dry Density (MDD) of compacted surfaces.
  • Designing cement concrete mix and asphalt concrete.
  • Conducted accurate soil tests such as Atterberg limits, Compaction, Particle Size Distribution, California Bearing Ratio (CBR), and Dynamic Cone Penetration (DCP) on proposed sub base or base material.
  • Maintenance and repairs of the roads and highways.

Education

Master of Science - Engineering Geology

University of Ghana
Ghana
01.2021 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Geological Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Ghana
08.2009 - 06.2013

Skills

  • Ground investigation techniques and programming skills (ArcGIS, Canvas, Surfer)
  • Health and safety management
  • Data analysis
  • Excellent Computer skills; MS Office (MS-word, MS-excel, MS-PowerPoint)
  • Proficiency in the use of XRF (X-Ray Fluorescent), XRD (X-Ray Diffraction) Analyzer
  • Proficiency in ArcMap, ArcGIS, Surfer and AutoCAD software applications
  • Proficiency in GIS (Geographical Information Systems), Numerical Ground Modelling and Simulation

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Elementary

Timeline

Master of Science - Engineering Geology

University of Ghana
01.2021 - 03.2023

Physical/Concrete Laboratory Supervisor

Continental Blue Investment Ghana Ltd.
08.2018 - Current

Quality Control and Site Engineer

Taysec Construction Limited
04.2017 - 07.2018

Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Betonsa Concrete Limited
11.2015 - 04.2017

Trainee Materials Engineer

Ghana Highways Authority
09.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Geological Engineering

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
08.2009 - 06.2013

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