ALOIS KARENGA
Bindura
Summary
Results-oriented mining and operations professional with a proven track record of driving efficiency and productivity in the industry. Overseeing all aspects of mining operations, from planning and scheduling to equipment maintenance and safety protocols. Skilled in optimizing production processes, reducing costs, and maximizing resource utilization. Strong leadership abilities demonstrated through successful team management and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. Committed to delivering exceptional results while adhering to strict regulatory standards and promoting a culture of safety.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Manager
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Ensuring health, safety and environmental activity or culture that strives to prevent harm across the operations, Direction of underground mining operations to ensure development and production performance aligns with short/long term Mine plans, Lead the coordination of underground mine operations, ensuring safe and productive work practices are executed, as well as preparation of planning and scheduling to ensure production targets are achieved in accordance with business expectations, Monitoring progress against plan and optimizing mine activities with a focus on improving efficiencies, Development and preparation of budgets /forecasts, as well as contribution to maintenance of Life of Mine plans, Contractor management
Production Mine Captain
Freda Rebecca mine
01.2010 - 05.2020
- Leading and controlling of Long Hole Drilling, Charging and Blasting operations with the objective of meeting short to medium term plans and schedules, Ore generation for maximum productivity, Overseeing Loading and Hauling of ROM from underground draw points to ROM pad in line with Geology working instruction, Analyzing and reporting on mining operational performance, Implementation of ventilation designs and layouts, Implementation and commissioning of underground construction works, Mine dewatering and service water supply, Upholding the safety culture of the organization with the objective of maintaining a safe operation.
Mine Captain
Mimosa Mining Company
08.2006 - 12.2009
- Safe and efficient execution of mine plans (Developments layouts), Safe and efficient execution of mine plans (Production layouts - gullies, panels, and vent holing), Overseeing mucking and hoisting of ROM material from active production ends to ore transfer points(grizzly level), Logistical work towards resourcing of operations in terms of Mine consumables, Feeding the planning function in terms of equipment performance and activity optimization, Leading and supervising underground Construction works, Sectional mine dewatering and installation of mine services, Enforcing organizational safety culture, Identifying and executing improvements across the operation
Shift Boss
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
04.1994 - 08.2006
- Drilling and Blasting Development Ends, Long Hole Drilling and Charging, Production, Loading and Hauling, Ventilation, Construction work, Pumping, Safety
Learner Miner
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
12.1992 - 12.1993
- Acquired a full blasting license (FBL) and qualified as Hard Rock Miner, Zimbabwe National Employment Council registered
- Certificate of Learnership number: L2617
Assistant Foreman
K W Blasting Specialists
08.1989 - 11.1992
- Supervising Tam rock drilling, Primary and secondary blasting, Supervising charging crew, Open cast and blasting.
Education
Skills
- Mine Planning Design
- Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical engineering
- Underground Mining Methods (Room & pillar, long wall)
- Explosives management
- Drilling and Blasting operations
- Supervisory and Leadership Skills
- Communication
- Contract Management
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Mining
- Negotiation
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Performance Management
- Recruitment and Selection
- SHONA
- Time Management
- Training and Development
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Training and Development
- Operations Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Schedule Preparation
- Budget Control
- Problem-Solving
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
Languages
English
Swahili
Portuguese
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/1968
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Married
References
- S. Sandres, Technical Service Manager, Freda Rebecca Mine, Box 70, Bindura, +263772169414
- C Dube, Human Resources Manager, Ureka Mine, Guruve, Zimbabwe, +263772570083
- T. Muganyi, Acting CEO, Freda Rebecca Gold Mine, Box 70 Bindura, +26378008082
Timeline
Underground Manager
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
05.2020 - 08.2024
Production Mine Captain
Freda Rebecca mine
01.2010 - 05.2020
Mine Captain
Mimosa Mining Company
08.2006 - 12.2009
Shift Boss
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
04.1994 - 08.2006
Learner Miner
Freda Rebecca Gold Mine
12.1992 - 12.1993
Assistant Foreman
K W Blasting Specialists
08.1989 - 11.1992