Available for Mechanical Engineering Opportunities
Ishmeal Damptey
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer with hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, workshop operations, mechanical diagnostics, and heavy-duty mining equipment servicing.
Professional Summary
Mechanical Engineer with hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, workshop operations, diagnostics, and servicing of heavy-duty mining equipment. Skilled in preventive maintenance, hydraulic systems, inspections, troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Committed to continuous learning and improving equipment reliability in engineering environments.
About
Mechanical Engineering Excellence Through Practical Experience
Hands-on experience in heavy equipment maintenance, workshop operations, troubleshooting, inspections, and safety compliance gained through training and industrial attachments in Ghana's mining sector.
Career Summary
- Assisted in reducing equipment downtime through preventive maintenance activities.
- Experienced in servicing heavy-duty mining equipment and light vehicles.
- Strong understanding of safety compliance and workshop operations.
2+
Industrial Training
2
Mining Companies
10+
Engineering Skills
Skills
Technical Competencies and Engineering Skills
Skills developed through academic training, mining industry exposure, workshop operations, and equipment maintenance.
Mechanical Maintenance
Diagnostics
Engineering Systems
Technical Skills
Tools
Engineering Work
Industrial Training and Engineering Activities
Practical experience gained through maintenance operations, equipment inspections, workshop activities, and mining industry training.
Preventive Maintenance Operations
Performed greasing, oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication activities on heavy-duty mining equipment at AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine.
Equipment Inspection & Diagnostics
Conducted inspections on excavators, dozers, haul trucks and other mining machinery.
Heavy Equipment Repairs
Assisted with repairs and replacement of machine components including brake linings, clutch plates and hydraulic cylinders.
Workshop Operations & Safety
Ensured proper workshop organization, maintenance documentation and compliance with site HSE standards.
Experience
Timeline of roles, responsibilities, and outcomes.
A concise career history with enough structure to show scope, ownership, and measurable impact.
Mechanical Maintenance Trainee (National Service)
Ramoth Services Limited - AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine
Feb 2025 - Dec 2025
- Performed preventive maintenance including greasing, oil changes and filter replacements.
- Assisted in repairs involving brake linings, clutch plates and hydraulic cylinders.
- Conducted inspections on excavators, dozers and haul trucks.
- Recorded maintenance activities and inspection outcomes.
- Maintained workshop organization and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with engineers and technicians on service operations.
- Contributed to a 20% reduction in equipment downtime.
- Supported maintenance operations on Volvo and Sino trucks.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Sandvik Mining & Construction Ghana
Oct 2023 - Dec 2023
- Supported maintenance and repairs of mobile mining equipment.
- Observed diagnostic procedures for drive trains and braking systems.
- Participated in gearbox and axle assembly repairs.
- Reviewed technical manuals and service documentation.
- Applied engineering theory to practical maintenance operations.
- Followed workshop safety regulations and procedures.
- Improved understanding of heavy-duty equipment maintenance.
- Developed practical workshop and diagnostic skills.
Achievements
Key Contributions and Leadership Roles
Highlights from engineering training, leadership activities, and industrial experience.
Reduced Equipment Downtime
Assisted with maintenance and troubleshooting of Volvo and Sino trucks contributing to a 20% reduction in downtime at AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine.
Service Crew Excellence
Supported oil changes, inspections and maintenance documentation improving workflow efficiency.
GhIE Student Leadership
Served as Publicity Head for the Ghana Institution of Engineering Student Chapter, increasing member engagement.
Academic & Industrial Balance
Successfully combined SRC leadership responsibilities with technical assignments during national service.
Education
Education, Certifications and Professional Memberships.
Academic background, engineering certifications, and professional memberships supporting continuous development.
BSc Mechanical Engineering
University of Energy and Natural Resources
2020 - 2024
Studied mechanical engineering principles, maintenance systems, thermodynamics, mechanics, and engineering design.
MATLAB Onramp
MathWorks
2024
Technician for the World
Caterpillar
2024
Graduate Member
Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE)
2025
Affiliate Member
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
2025