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Work History
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Skills
Training
Affiliations
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Major installations and projects worked
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Stephen Ofosu-Asare

Kumasi

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD, excelling in team leadership and technical expertise in air systems. Proven track record in optimizing operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Adept at training and developing talent, ensuring safety compliance, and driving efficiency in high-pressure environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Manager

RIKAIR CO. LIMITED
04.2023 - Current

1. Team Leadership & Supervision

  • Lead and supervise technical teams, ensuring efficient task allocation and performance.
  • Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to engineers and technicians.

2. Project Management

  • Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects within scope, time, and budget.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional departments to align technical efforts with organizational goals.

3. Technical Oversight

  • Evaluate and approve engineering designs, systems, or technologies.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

4. Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

  • Resolve technical issues by diagnosing faults and recommending corrective actions.
  • Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

5. Resource & Budget Management

  • Manage technical resources (equipment, tools, software) efficiently.
  • Develop and monitor technical budgets, procurement needs, and cost-saving strategies.

6. Reporting and Documentation.

  • Prepare and present regular reports on technical performance, KPIs, and project progress.
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

7. Innovation and Development.

  • Drive innovation by researching and implementing new technologies or processes.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

8. Stakeholder Communication

  • Act as a liaison between technical teams and senior management, or clients.
  • Communicate complex technical information in a clear, actionable way.

9. Quality and Safety Assurance.

  • Ensure systems and outputs meet quality standards and safety regulations.
  • Conduct audits, risk assessments, and enforce health and safety protocols.

PSA On-Site Engineer (Operations) @ Newmont Ghana Gold Ltd. Ahafo Site

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
10.2014 - 03.2016
  • Develop/train newly hired plant trainees.
  • Commissioning of plant equipment
  • Report checking and troubleshooting plant equipment (units)
  • Ensure plant operators adhere to the safety environment.
  • Supervised preventive /routine maintenance
  • Device schedule for shift
  • Supervised process deviation and performed root cause correction action

PSA On-Site Operator (Owere Mines Konongo E/R)

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
01.2013 - 10.2014
  • Documented production data accurately for compliance and reporting purposes.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during operations.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Sales Representative/Sales Executive (Obuasi Area) and PSA On-site Technician

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
01.2006 - 01.2013
  • Responding to incoming emails and phone inquiries
  • Negotiating the terms of agreement and closing sales
  • Sell all kinds of goods and services of my company, gathering market and customer information.
  • Winning new business as well as keeping good relationships with clients
  • Making repeat sales to existing customers
  • Reviewing sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets.
  • Making correct, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations.
  • PSA repairs Operations and Maintenance

Oxygen plant Conductor

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
Kumasi
08.1999 - 01.2006
  • Monitored operations and ensured safety compliance across the facility.
  • Executed cylinder filling processes with precision.
  • Maintained equipment through regular inspections and prompt repairs.
  • I responded quickly to oxygen leakages and plant trips to help reduce the risks.
  • Managed record keeping and reporting for operational transparency.
  • Coordinate communication with incoming conductors regarding shift changes and plant status.
  • Oversaw housekeeping efforts to maintain clean zone standards.
  • Implemented emergency response protocols to enhance safety measures.

Production Supervisor (Trainee)

TEMA STEEL COMPANY LTD. GH.
08.1998 - 07.1999
  • Plan, Direct, and coordinate work activities and obtain resources necessary for production success.
  • Review processing schedules and production orders
  • Ensure smooth running of production processes.
  • Ensure good communication is given either verbally or in writing to all team members.
  • Maintain a high housekeeping standard to ensure a clean and safe workplace.

Education

Advanced Diplomas - Business Administration and Strategic Management

Institute for Professional and Executive Development-United Kingdom (IPED-UK)
01.2013

Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Technical University
Kumasi
01.1997

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Koforidua Secondary Technical School
01.1993

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Team leadership
  • Stress tolerance
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Adaptability
  • Computer proficiency
  • Technical expertise in air systems
  • Class D driver’s license
  • Self-motivation
  • Quick learning
  • Team collaboration

Training

  • September,2016 Proper Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of AirSep Corporation AS Series PSA Oxygen Generators. AirSep Corporation @ USA
  • March, 2014 Light and medium-duty defensive driving training By Air Liquide Gh. Ltd. @ ACCRA
  • September, 2008 Project Management Training By Air Liquide Gh. Ltd. @ ACCRA
  • June,2005 Conflict Handling and Negotiation Skills By Capital Group Ltd/Air Liquide Gh. Ltd
  • November,2000 Factories, Offices and Shops Act of Ghana (Act 328), Hazards Identification and control, PPEs, Industry and Diseases, Workers Compensation Act, and Safety Committees Formation and Function By The Department of Factories Inspectorate (Ministry of Employment and Social Welfare) KUMASI

Affiliations

Leadership and volunteering

• Team Leader, Community Clean-Up Drives – Led monthly neighborhood clean-up events

Professional development

  • Completed 'Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems' - Alison
  • Product development using AutoCAD - Coursera
  • Regular participant in plant safety audits and toolbox meetings

Sports and wellness

  • Amateur football player – engages in weekly matches for stress relief and fitness

Creative and cultural interests

• Photography enthusiast – Document industrial landscapes and travel.

Languages

Akan(Ghanaian Language)
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Major installations and projects worked


ANGLO GOLD ASHANTI-OBUASI- 3Tpd PSA Installation- Sept 1999

GOLDEN STAR RESOURCES 4Tpd PSA Oxygen plant Molecular sieve change and general refurbishment- May 2016

SMD NORDGOLD-GUINEA W/A – 10Tpd PSA Duplex Oxygen Plant Installation
– March,2017

GOLDFIELDS GH.LTD-DAMANG MINE-3Tpd PSA Oxygen
plant Molecular sieve change and general refurbishment- March 2021

WEST AFRICAN RESOURCES W/R Burkina Faso – 6Tpd PSA Oxygen Plant Installation
September. 2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Technical Manager

RIKAIR CO. LIMITED
04.2023 - Current

PSA On-Site Engineer (Operations) @ Newmont Ghana Gold Ltd. Ahafo Site

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
10.2014 - 03.2016

PSA On-Site Operator (Owere Mines Konongo E/R)

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
01.2013 - 10.2014

Sales Representative/Sales Executive (Obuasi Area) and PSA On-site Technician

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
01.2006 - 01.2013

Oxygen plant Conductor

AIR LIQUIDE GH LTD
08.1999 - 01.2006

Production Supervisor (Trainee)

TEMA STEEL COMPANY LTD. GH.
08.1998 - 07.1999

Advanced Diplomas - Business Administration and Strategic Management

Institute for Professional and Executive Development-United Kingdom (IPED-UK)

Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Technical University

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Koforidua Secondary Technical School
Stephen Ofosu-Asare