VIDA BOAMAH
NKAWKAW
Summary
Accomplished Process Plant Operator and Emergency Response Team Member at Newmont Akyem, adept in Hazmat Response and demonstrating exceptional leadership in high-stress situations. Streamlined operations to enhance production efficiency by 20%, while ensuring stringent adherence to safety and environmental protocols. Expert in forklift operation, showcasing a commitment to operational excellence and team safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Plant Operator
Newmont Akyem
Akyem
03.2023 - Current
- Operate, monitor, and control processing plant equipment including crushers, mills, conveyors, floatation cells, and other related equipment.
- Adjust equipment settings and parameters to maintain optimal production rates and quality standards.
- Monitor process indicators, instruments, and alarms to ensure smooth and efficient plant operations.
- Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
- Identify and diagnose equipment malfunctions and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Participate in safety training sessions and emergency drills.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies
- Collect and analyze samples from various stages of the process to ensure quality control
- Followed plant safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
Emergency Response Team Member
Newmont Akyem
Akyem
11.2011 - 03.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and alarms within the mine site
- Assessed emergency situation and determine the appropriate response measures.
- Performed rescue operations in hazardous conditions, including confined spaces and high-risk areas.
- Provided immediate first aid and medical care to injured personnel.
- Stabilized patients and prepared them for transport to medical facilities if necessary.
- Maintained and restocked first aid kits and emergency medical supplies.
- Extinguished fires using appropriate firefighting techniques and equipment.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses, extinguishers, and breathing apparatus.
- conducted fire risk assessment and implemented fire prevention measures.
- Participated in regular emergency drills and simulations to ensure preparedness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Adiembra SHS
Takoradi06.2005
Skills
- Rope Rescue
- Hazmat Response
- Firefighting
- Forklift Operating
- Telehandler Operating
- JLG Operating
- Kawasaki Operating
- Loader Operating
Certification
Senior First Aid Certificate (Ghana Redcross Society)
Mine Rescue Certificate (MINCOM)
Certificate of Competency-Process Operations (Newmont)
Timeline
Process Plant Operator
Newmont Akyem
03.2023 - Current
Emergency Response Team Member
Newmont Akyem
11.2011 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Adiembra SHS