Isaac Owusu Akuffo
Kumasi
Summary
Professional with proven track record in maintaining and overseeing facility operations, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and coordinating team efforts to achieve operational goals. Known for adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and fostering collaborative work environment to meet evolving needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Foreman
Boart Longyear DRC
Democratic Republic Of Congo
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored and enforced adherence to company policies and OSHA regulations during all maintenance operations.
- Compiled weekly project management forecasts for all assets.
- Oversaw KPI reporting on equipment availability, reliability, and cost metrics.
- Established and maintained min/max inventory levels for critical spare parts.
- Executed maintenance and operational tasks on underground and surface rigs to support project objectives.
- Supervised maintenance team to ensure adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Orchestrated preventive maintenance schedules to optimize equipment reliability and minimize operational downtime.
- Developed and enforced maintenance procedures, resulting in increased compliance with industry regulations.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies, optimizing resource allocation for maintenance tasks.
- Led root cause analysis initiatives, identifying solutions that minimized recurring equipment failures.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate innovative technologies into maintenance processes for enhanced productivity and meet new drilling standards.
- Reduced downtime with thorough troubleshooting and timely repair of machinery malfunctions.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback to encourage professional growth within the department.
- Worked on the below listed equipments:
- LF160
- LF90D
- LX16
- LM110 Dci
- MDR700 Dci
Maintenance Foreman
Major Drilling Group International
Mongolia
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Actively worked on both surface and underground rigs
- Ensured timely completion of projects by allocating resources appropriately based on priority levels.
- Reduced downtime with thorough troubleshooting and timely repair of machinery malfunctions.
- Improved equipment uptime by implementing preventive maintenance programs and schedules.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards proactively.
Maintenance Manager/Coordinator
Boart Longyear EWA
Ghana
02.2018 - 06.2023
- Oversaw KPI reporting on equipment availability, reliability, and cost metrics.
- Attended to field breakdowns to ensure equipments turnaround time is reduced
- Improve on supervisory actions to improve root cause analysis and troubleshooting works
- Liaise with contractors and OEM service agreements and coordinating with the planning and SC team
- Proactive in the planning of the maintenance personnel to ensure their rotations and leave days are all up to date
- Ensure that parts required for the upkeep of all our machinery are ordered(min/max) and kept in stock
- Track the operating cost of each machinery and make an informed request to management as to which of the assets are worth keeping for production purposes
- Provide field assistance, when necessary, with knowledge on ET, CAT SIS and other diagnostic tools
- Directed maintenance operations to ensure adherence to safety regulations and industry best practices.
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
AMC Drilling Mali
Mali
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Executed comprehensive maintenance on drill rigs and supporting equipment, addressing both scheduled and unscheduled issues.
- Executed proactive maintenance and management of equipment at remote work sites.
- Ensured workspace cleanliness and organization to enhance operational efficiency and minimize hazards.
- Conducted comprehensive field-level risk assessments to enhance safety protocols and ensure compliance.
- Carries out equipment auditing and crack inspections.
- Executed spare parts requisition process, ensuring accurate part number documentation.
- Compiled daily maintenance reports and coordinated with planner to ensure timely completion.
- Executed schematic diagrams and verbal descriptions to resolve maintenance-related challenges.
- Monitored field reports and addressed outstanding issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed electrical and welding tasks on various job sites.
- Worked on the below equipments:
- UDR 1200 multi-purpose drill
- UDR 1000 multi-purpose drill
- UDR 650 multi-purpose drill
- EDS multi-purpose drill
- JKS drill
- Atlas Copco rock L8 Mk II
- Atlas Copco Hurricane Booster
- Sullair compressor 350 and 500 PSI.
- Gen sets
- Light vehicles
- Tower lights
Maintenance Drill Fitter
Boart Longyear Drilling Ghana, Gabon, Mali, Liberia & Ivory Coast
Ghana, Gabon, Mali Liberia And Ivory Coast
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Oversaw maintenance operations on drill rigs and supporting equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Directed daily workshop organization and supervised team members to ensure efficient and safe task execution.
- Led team training sessions on task execution aligned with OEM manual and SWPs.
- Spearheaded field-level risk assessment initiatives to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Assisted in conducting thorough equipment audits and helped perform crack inspections. Supported teams by executing detailed equipment checks and facilitating crack assessments.
- Directed spare parts requisition and optimized inventory control processes.
- Compiled daily maintenance reports and coordinated with planner to ensure timely completion.
- Executed schematic diagrams and verbal descriptions to resolve maintenance-related challenges.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in drilling rigs, enhancing performance reliability.
- Worked on the below listed equipment:
- Longyear LF 230 core drill.
- Longyear LF 90D core drill.
- Schramm 685 air drill.
- Schramm T450GT air drill.
- KWL 1600H multi-purpose drill.
- Cat Max drill.
- Cubex drill.
- Sonic multi-purpose drill
- Sullair compressor 350 and 500 PSI.
- Atlas Copco hurricane air compressor
- Prinoth GT3000 Carrier
- Light vehicles
- Tower lights
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
Major Drilling International Mongolia
Mongolia
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Maintained strong communication with supervisors, updating them regularly on equipment status and potential issues impacting project timelines or budgets.
- Facilitated spare parts requisition process for planner and supply chain management.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to resolve mechanical failures promptly, minimizing downtime during operations..
- Monitored and documented major component hours, ensuring accurate tracking for timely changeouts and mid-life repairs.
- Executed maintenance procedures on all drills and supporting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Documented maintenance activities and communicated findings through daily reports to management.
- Conducted follow-ups on field reports to identify and resolve outstanding issues, enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated with planning and management to achieve set targets.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Executed welding operations and resolved electrical issues across all equipment.
- Worked on the following equipment:
- UDR 5000 multipurpose drill.
- UDR 1500 multipurpose drill.
- UDR 1000 multipurpose drill.
- Schramm T450 Air drill.
- Schramm 685 Air drill.
- KWL 1600H multipurpose drill.
- LM 90 Underground core drill.
- CMG Loader.
- FMC water pumps.
- Gardner Denver pumps.
- Light vehicles.
- Light towers.
- Gen sets.
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
Australasian Independent Diamond Drilling (AIDD) Mongolia & Kazakhstan
Mongolia And Kazakhstan
07.2012 - 11.2012
- Facilitated spare parts requisition process for planner.
- Executed repairs on defective components in workshop to ensure operational efficiency.
- Oversaw recording and tracking of major component hours, planning for change-outs or mid-life repairs.
- Performed maintenance on all drills and supporting equipment.
- Compiled and submitted daily maintenance reports to management.
- Monitored field reports and addressed outstanding issues to ensure operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with planning and management to achieve set targets.
- Trained junior fitters in equipment handling, safety protocols, and maintenance best practices.
- Worked on the below listed equipments:
- Coretech CMR 1000 drill.
- Coretech CS 3000 drill.
- Coretech CS 1000 drill.
- Schramm 685 air drill.
- Alton drill.
- Sullair compressor.
- Atlas Copco hurricane booster.
- FMC water pumps.
- Gardner Denver mud pumps.
- Light vehicles.
- Light plants.
- Gen sets.
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
DrillCorp Sahara Mauritania
Mauritania
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Conducted thorough pre-PM inspections to facilitate planning section in acquiring required parts and resolving existing problems.
- Facilitated spare parts requisition process for planner and supply chain management.
- Diagnosed and repaired defective components in workshop, enhancing reliability of spare parts supply.
- Tracked and maintained detailed records of major component hours, supporting proactive scheduling of changeouts and mid-life repairs.
- Supervised subordinates to adhere to safety and environmental standards.
- Inspected assignments for completeness.
- Executed maintenance procedures on all drills and supporting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Compiled and submitted daily maintenance reports to management.
- Reviewed field reports and systematically resolved outstanding issues to enhance team performance.
- Coordinated with planning and management to achieve set targets.
- Worked on the below listed equipments:
- EDM 2000.
- EDM 150.
- Schramm 685.
- Atlas Copco rock L8.
- Sullair compressor.
- Atlas Copco hurricane booster.
- Light vehicle
- Combination swivels.
- FMC Water pumps
Senior Technician
Tayssi Drilling as Mauritania
Mauritania
10.2010 - 12.2011
- Performed pre-PM inspections and collaborated with planning section to obtain essential components and rectify outstanding concerns.
- Executed repairs on defective components in workshop to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supervised subordinates to adhere to safety and environmental standards.
- Reviewed assignments to ensure all requirements were met and standards upheld.
- Oversaw routine maintenance and repairs of all drilling machinery and supporting tools to maintain efficiency and safety standards.
- Documented maintenance activities and communicated findings through daily reports to management.
- Followed up on field reports and resolved outstanding issues.
- Executed welding operations and resolved electrical issues across all equipment.
- Worked on the below listed equipments:
- Golden Bear 1500 Nm drill
- Silver Bear drill.
- Discovery EF 50 drill.
- FMC water pumps.
- 4 Speed funk transmission.
- Boyles and Christensen Chucks.
- Light vehicles.
- Light plants.
Drill and Shovel Maintenance Supervisor
Newmont Ghana Gold Ahafo
Ghana
07.2007 - 10.2010
- Executed pre-project management inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Managed opening and closing of work orders to ensure efficient workflow.
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Developed and organized project management plans for field crews utilizing Gantt chart methodology.
- Oversaw monitoring and tracking of critical components for timely change-outs or mid-life repairs.
- Facilitated preparation of safe work procedures for executing preventive maintenance on drill rigs and excavators.
- Attended daily maintenance meeting and coordinated with field supervisors.
- Monitored implementation of project management and major component change-out plans to ensure adherence to deadlines.
- Conducted comprehensive oil sampling analysis to monitor machinery health and prevent potential failures.
- Summary of Roles Drill and Maintenance Supervisor
- Managed shift crew to perform routine maintenance tasks, enhancing operational reliability and team performance.
- Supervised shift crew to adhere to safety and environmental standards.
- Reported accident or incident issues to management.
- Coordinated with planner to meet deadlines.
- Reviewed field reports and implemented solutions to rectify identified issues effectively.
- Mentored trainees on field as per training program.
- Summary of Roles Technician
- Performed daily maintenance task assigned by supervisor.
- Attended to field break downs.
- Writes daily maintenance reports.
- Performed pm at the workshop.
- Rebuilt parts for spare.
- Ensured housekeeping after every task.
Technician
African Mining Services Ghana - Damang
Ghana
11.2006 - 06.2007
- Oversaw preventive maintenance tasks on drill equipment under guidance of lead hands.
- Oversaw resolution of field breakdowns in collaboration with lead hands.
- Compiled and documented daily maintenance reports to ensure operational efficiency.
- Rebuilt spare parts for spare.
- Assisted in operating various equipment. Supported team members in managing equipment usage. Contributed to the maintenance of multiple equipment types.
- Sandvik Drilltech 245KS air drill.
- Sandvik Pantera 1500 Rock pilot drill.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
Apprenticeship Program
AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Ghana
Ghana
04.2002 - 05.2005
- Achieved certifications following two years of apprenticeship program, demonstrating proficiency in various courses. Acquired extensive knowledge through rigorous training across multiple certified disciplines.
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Diesel engines
- Transmissions – automatic and manual
- Auto electrics
- Pumps
- Mechanical Fitting
- Engineering Principles
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Conveyors
- Basic Welding
- Programmable Logic Controls
- Trained in First Aid and took part in National First Aid Competition
- Trained and worked on the following equipment:
- Sandvik Pantera 1100 drill
- Sandvik Drilltech 245KS drill
- Toro 007 Scoop tram
- Jumbo drill
Education
Motor Vehicle Technician III -
St. Paul Technical School
Kukurantumi01-2002
Motor Vehicle Technician II - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Kukurantumi01-2001
Motor Vehicle Technician I - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Kukurantumi01-2000
Motor Vehicle Mechanic - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Kukurantumi01-1999
Skills
- Effective time management
- Proven leadership abilities
- Analytical skills with attention to detail
- Collaborative team player
- Effective written and verbal communication in English
- Experienced with Oracle software
- Experienced in hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting techniques
- Welding and electrical skills
- Adaptable in challenging environments
- Intermediate French comprehension
- Experience with surface and underground drilling rigs
- OSHA regulations
- Environmental compliance
Certification
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Certified First Aid – Boart Longyear
- Six Sigma – Lean Belt – Newmont Ghana Gold
- Manager of Others – Leadership training – Newmont Ghana Gold
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Maintenance Foreman
Boart Longyear DRC
06.2024 - Current
Maintenance Foreman
Major Drilling Group International
02.2023 - 02.2024
Maintenance Manager/Coordinator
Boart Longyear EWA
02.2018 - 06.2023
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
AMC Drilling Mali
02.2017 - 02.2018
Maintenance Drill Fitter
Boart Longyear Drilling Ghana, Gabon, Mali, Liberia & Ivory Coast
04.2014 - 02.2017
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
Major Drilling International Mongolia
01.2013 - 06.2013
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
Australasian Independent Diamond Drilling (AIDD) Mongolia & Kazakhstan
07.2012 - 11.2012
Senior Maintenance Drill Fitter
DrillCorp Sahara Mauritania
12.2011 - 05.2012
Senior Technician
Tayssi Drilling as Mauritania
10.2010 - 12.2011
Drill and Shovel Maintenance Supervisor
Newmont Ghana Gold Ahafo
07.2007 - 10.2010
Technician
African Mining Services Ghana - Damang
11.2006 - 06.2007
Apprenticeship Program
AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Ghana
04.2002 - 05.2005
Motor Vehicle Technician II - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Motor Vehicle Technician I - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Motor Vehicle Mechanic - undefined
St. Paul Technical School
Motor Vehicle Technician III -
St. Paul Technical School