Alex Kalima
Kitwe,Zambia
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in rigging and heavy lifting operations, focusing on critical and tandem lifts, lift planning, and method statements. Expertise in job safety analysis and compliance with HSE, OSHA, and OH&S standards. Proficient in banksman and slinger operations, rigging equipment inspection, and certification, with a strong emphasis on load calculation and centre of gravity identification. Proven ability to lead teams and provide crane support across various types of cranes, committed to improving operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Rigger and lifting supervisor
Rubaco Sarl
Kolwezi, Congo DRC
2023.04 - Current
- Supervised rigging operations for 20 crews on large-scale industrial and mining projects.
- Planned and executed critical tandem lifts in high-risk environments.
- Performed load calculations and selected appropriate lifting accessories.
- Coordinated lifting operations with crane operators, engineers, and HSE teams.
- Conducted toolbox talks and mentored junior riggers to enhance skillsets.
- Enforced PTW systems and site HSE requirements to ensure compliance.
- Inspected gear pre-lift to maintain optimal machinery condition.
- Secured heavy loads for transportation, ensuring stability during transit.
Safety Officer
Syfenk Engineering Ltd
Mufurila, Zambia
2022.07 - 2023.04
- Mopani copper mine
- Ensured compliance with OH&S regulations
- Conducted risk assessments, JSAs, and safety audits
- Delivered safety inductions and toolbox talks
- Monitored lifting operations to prevent incidents
- Maintained records accurately which facilitated efficient tracking of incidents and improvements.
- Enhanced staff understanding of health and safety protocols by conducting training sessions.
- Coordinated first aid training sessions, increasing staff competency in managing medical emergencies.
- Facilitated regular site inspections, ensuring rigorous adherence to safety standards.
- Delivered training sessions to improve staff awareness of health and safety procedures.
- Conducted risk assessments for workplace safety improvements.
Rigger / Overhead Crane operator
Zambia Sugar Plc
Mazabuka, Zambia
2018.12 - 2022.04
- Operated overhead cranes in industrial environments
- Installed, dismantled, and relocated heavy machinery
- Inspected slings, shackles, hooks, and lifting gear
- Maintained safe lifting practices aligned with international standards
- Operated hoisting cranes to lift heavy loads, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Assembled rigging to lift and move equipment or material, reducing downtime.
- Inspected rigging to detect damages or faults before use, preventing accidents on site.
- Facilitated efficient material transport using overhead cranes and hoists.
- Operated hoists for heavy lifting tasks on construction sites.
- Assisted in staff training sessions to enhance overall performance standards.
- Maintained operational logs accurately for better record keeping.
- Followed all company policies and procedures diligently to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Executed dismantling of structures using rigging tools, aiding project completion timelines.
Rigger
Kalumbila Minerals KML
Northwestern Province, Kalumbila
2017.02 - 2018.11
- Executed rigging and lifting operations in mining projects
- Supported crane setup and lift execution
- Worked at height and in confined spaces
- Facilitated smoother workflow by maintaining clean and organised workspace.
- Utilised different types of slings to handle various materials safely.
- Managed inventory of all rigging equipment, ensuring availability when needed.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy materials for construction projects.
- Performed visual inspections on hardware and slings before each shift-identified potential issues early.
- Assembled rigging to lift and move equipment or material, reducing downtime.
- Followed all company policies and procedures diligently to ensure compliance with regulations.
Education
Crafts certificate - Rigging
Northern technical college
Zambia 2015.01 - 2016.12
Certificate of Higher Education - Occupational health and safety
Handsworth institute of science and technology
Zambia 2021.01 - 2022.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Overhead crane operator
Industrial training center
Zambia 2023.02 - 2023.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Mining First Aid Certificate
Chamber of Mines
Zambia 2022.03 - 2022.03
Skills
- Rigging and heavy lifting operations
- Critical and tandem lifts
- Lift planning and method statements
- Job safety analysis and permit to work systems
- Banksman and slinger operations
- Rigging equipment inspection and certification
- HSE, OSHA, and OH&S compliance
- Team supervision and leadership
- Load calculation and centre of gravity identification
- Crane support (mobile, overhead, tower, crawler)
- Computer literacy
Languages
English, Swahili and French (basics)
Work availability
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Timeline
Rigger and lifting supervisor
Rubaco Sarl
2023.04 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Overhead crane operator
Industrial training center
2023.02 - 2023.02
Safety Officer
Syfenk Engineering Ltd
2022.07 - 2023.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Mining First Aid Certificate
Chamber of Mines
2022.03 - 2022.03
Certificate of Higher Education - Occupational health and safety
Handsworth institute of science and technology
2021.01 - 2022.07
Rigger / Overhead Crane operator
Zambia Sugar Plc
2018.12 - 2022.04
Rigger
Kalumbila Minerals KML
2017.02 - 2018.11
Crafts certificate - Rigging
Northern technical college
2015.01 - 2016.12