Ralf Schommarz
Swakopmund
Summary
- Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance.
- Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
- Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Exploration Manager (Namibia)
Andrada Mining (Pty) Ltd
Swakopmund
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated potential risks associated with proposed exploration sites prior to commencing work.
- Interpreted geological mapping results to determine areas of interest for further investigation or development activity.
- Managed vendor relationships related to core logging services, laboratory testing services.
- Reviewed drill logs and technical reports to assess the viability of prospective sites for further development or exploitation.
- Assisted with the preparation of detailed exploration plans including work programs, budgets, equipment requirements, and manpower allocations.
- Analyzed geological data including core samples, aerial photographs, and seismic surveys to identify potential sites for exploration.
- Performed quality assurance and quality control checks on collected data sets prior to submitting them for analysis.
- Supervised field crews during drilling operations in accordance with safety regulations.
Mine Manager
Andrada Mining (Pty) Ltd
Swakopmund
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Conducted regular inspections of mining sites to identify potential safety hazards.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for essential goods or services required by the mine.
- Ensured that all employees followed company policies regarding health and safety standards.
- Prepared reports summarizing progress on various projects at the mine site for management review.
- Investigated accidents or incidents that occurred at the mine site and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored production levels and made adjustments as needed to meet targets.
- Managed budgets allocated for capital improvements within the mine site.
- Implemented strategies to increase efficiency and reduce costs associated with mining operations.
- Established and enforced mining regulations to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Directed mine construction, infrastructure development, and equipment installation.
- Analyzed geotechnical data to support mine designs and plans.
- Optimized mining processes to maximize resource recovery rates.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Management - Management Science
University of Cape Town
Cape Town SA12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Cape Town
Cape Town SA12-1983
Skills
- Safety Management
- Drilling Operations
- Continuous Improvement
- Decision-Making
- Technical expertise
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Training Management
Timeline
Exploration Manager (Namibia)
Andrada Mining (Pty) Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Mine Manager
Andrada Mining (Pty) Ltd
08.2018 - 12.2021
Postgraduate Diploma in Management - Management Science
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Cape Town
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