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Vuvu Ruing

Chemist
Mount Hagen,Western Highlands

Summary

Dedicated, ambitious professional with excellent attention to detail and a thirst for learning, seeking a career opportunity in the resource sector to leverage experience as a chemist and supervisor. Results-driven and safety-focused, committed to driving productivity in alignment with objectives. Confident in making a valuable contribution to a team with strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, along with a hands-on approach. Capable of working in remote areas and challenging conditions with limited supervision, possessing strong leadership skills to manage teams, promote a safety culture, and actively contribute to achieving zero harm.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Chemist

New Porgera Limited
08.2024 - Current
  • Supporting the Laboratory Superintendent in executing continuous improvement initiatives for cost reduction, production enhancement, safety, and maintenance systems.
  • Train and mentor employees to maximize team performance.
  • Prepare a range of written communications, documents, and reports.
  • Assume extra responsibilities to enhance team performance.

Development Chemist

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Supported Laboratory Superintendent in driving enhancements to operational systems and procedures.
  • Collaborated with regulatory bodies to comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Managed laboratory inventory, procuring chemicals and equipment, ensuring smooth laboratory operations.
  • Developed and validated analytical methods for laboratory use.
  • Executed preventative and breakdown maintenance on lab instruments.

Shift Supervisor

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
10.2017 - 01.2024
  • Coordinated and motivated Laboratory Services Team members to ensure safe delivery of timely assay results.
  • Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits to ensure compliance.
  • Ensured QA/QC compliance, updated laboratory database, and maintained equipment functionality.
  • Monitored inventory levels, placing orders as necessary to avoid stock shortages.
  • Coordinated training and mentoring for team members, maintaining a skilled and well-performing group.
  • Facilitated employee development through mentoring, coaching, and participation in relevant training.

Senior Chemist Shipment & Quality Systems

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Promote a safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
  • Conducted product analysis to facilitate the Marketing department's regulatory compliance.
  • Verified assays for copper, gold, silver, and fluorine in copper concentrate to facilitate payment processes.
  • Compiled shipment sample data into report format, satisfying quality control requirements.
  • Implemented ISO Quality Assurance standards to ensure export concentrate met specifications.
  • Developed analytical methods and procedures for laboratory integration into the Quality System.


Laboratory Technician/Chemist

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
02.2014 - 01.2017
  • Enforced quality control procedures and health and safety guidelines.
  • Managed the disposal of hazardous materials, adhering to environmental regulations and promoting sustainability.
  • Contributed to quality assurance audits, identifying and rectifying procedural discrepancies to uphold standards.
  • Executed a range of chemical analyses and physical tests on samples provided by Mine, Mill, and Shipment teams.
  • Ensured timely and quality analysis for Mining, Milling, and Marketing teams with a focus on safety.
  • Ensured laboratory activities conformed to operational plans and work instructions.
  • Collaborated with team members to implement measures ensuring productivity standards.
  • Supported supervisor in verifying assay results adhered to QA/QC protocols.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology and Chemistry

The University of Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby, NCD
05.2007 - 11.2010

High School Diploma -

Highland Lutheran International School
Wapenamanda, Enga Province
05.2001 - 11.2006

Skills

Safety compliance

Accomplishments

  • Achieved certification through the National Institute of Standards & Industrial Technology.
  • Updated and implemented radiation policies for continued company compliance with PNG Radiation guidelines.
  • Collaborated with SAP Master Data team to upload all laboratory instruments and equipment in SAP.
  • Planned and coordinated equipment upgrade projects resulting in increased assay turnaround time and assay quality.

Interests

  • Volunteering and community involvement
  • Photography
  • Travel
  • Sports
  • Reading
  • Listening to Music

Timeline

Senior Chemist

New Porgera Limited
08.2024 - Current

Development Chemist

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
01.2024 - 06.2024

Shift Supervisor

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
10.2017 - 01.2024

Senior Chemist Shipment & Quality Systems

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
01.2017 - 06.2017

Laboratory Technician/Chemist

Ok Tedi Mining Limited
02.2014 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biology and Chemistry

The University of Papua New Guinea
05.2007 - 11.2010

High School Diploma -

Highland Lutheran International School
05.2001 - 11.2006
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