BERNARD ASARE
Obuasi
Summary
Dynamic Safety Officer with a proven track record in the mining and construction industry, adept at identifying hazards and implementing effective controls. Recognized for excellent communication and leadership skills, I foster a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with occupational health standards while enhancing workforce engagement and risk management strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAFETY OFFICER,UNDERGROUND
TESLA ELECTRICAL AND AUTOMATION-.LTD
ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI,OBUASI MINE
04.2021 - 10.2025
- Identified and corrected unsafe work practices through regular inspections and workforce engagement.
- Conducted inductions for new employees to promote safety awareness.
- Implemented engineering and administrative controls based on monitoring results to mitigate risks.
- Evaluated hazards associated with tasks, establishing control measures and monitoring systems using JHA templates.
- Performed planned inspections and audits using checklists to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured adherence to statutory requirements related to occupational health and safety.
SAFETY OFFICER
GIG.ENGINEERING SERVICE
NEWMONT MINE, AHARFO
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Identifying and correcting unsafe work practices or conditions before accidents occur, through regular inspection and fostering the safety attitude among the workforce during visits.
- Conducting inductions for newly employees.
- Implementation of feasible engineering and administrative controls as deemed necessary by monitoring results.
- Identifying hazards from tasks, evaluating risk associated with it, putting proper control measures, and effective monitoring system using the JHA template.
- Conducting planned inspection & audits using checklists periodically, aimed at evaluating compliance with standards and checking the state of safety of all equipment.
- Ensuring that all the statutory requirements that have a bearing on occupational health and Safety are adhered to.
- Conducting formal risk assessment of the surface activities and ensure that all significant risks identified from the risk assessment as well as all other sources, such as audit reports, are captured and that appropriate corrective actions are planned and implemented.
Education
BSc. - Mechanical Engineering-Automotive
KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
10.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety Management
NEBOSH-NATIONAL EXAMINATION BOARD IN OCCUPATIONAL
UK02-2023
Advanced Diploma - Safety and Health Management
IMPERIAL COLLAGE OF MINES AND SAFETY
Accra,Ghana01.2018
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accountancy
Koforidua Technical University
01.2016
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) -
Kumasi Senior High Technical School (KSHTS)
01.2012
Skills
Driving proficiency in mining environments(Underground & Surface Mine)
Health, safety, and environmental compliance
Audit participation
First aid and emergency response skills
Oral and written communication
Leadership and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Project management
Supervisory skills
Time management
Analytical skills
Microsoft Office proficiency
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/17/92
- Nationality: Ghanaian
Practical Training
- 2025, First Aid at Work Course Certification - Theoretical and Practical competency, St. John Ghana
- 09/03/19, Certificate of Competency for Fire Fighting and Safety, AngloGold Ashanti Mine-Obuasi, EMS Department
- 01/06/20, PAB-Driving School, Obuasi, Republic of Ghana, Driving License BE
Certification
- Inspectorate Division of Minerals Commission, Ghana
for Occupational Health and Safety Offficer
References
- Mr. Richard Boadu, Safety Manger, Tesla Electricals Company-Obuasi Mine, 0559399394
- Mr. Micheal Nyatefe, Project Manager, GIG Engineering Services, 0542675137
- Mr.David Ampotey, Safety Superintendent, AngloGold Ashanti,Obuasi mine-0242189720
Timeline
SAFETY OFFICER,UNDERGROUND
TESLA ELECTRICAL AND AUTOMATION-.LTD
04.2021 - 10.2025
SAFETY OFFICER
GIG.ENGINEERING SERVICE
01.2019 - 01.2021
BSc. - Mechanical Engineering-Automotive
KUMASI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety Management
NEBOSH-NATIONAL EXAMINATION BOARD IN OCCUPATIONAL
Advanced Diploma - Safety and Health Management
IMPERIAL COLLAGE OF MINES AND SAFETY
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Accountancy
Koforidua Technical University
West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) -
Kumasi Senior High Technical School (KSHTS)