Steven Owusu
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Enthusiastic and dependable professional with proven expertise in mining surveying, GIS, and construction surveys, complemented by a strong commitment to teamwork and safety. Proficient in Trimble Business Center, Deswik (Knowledge), Civil 3D, Faro Scanners, and RTK GNSS, with significant hands-on experience in drone-mounted LiDAR, as-built surveys, and volumetric calculations. Dedicated to achieving high-quality outcomes through precision, problem-solving, and adherence to industry standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mining Survey Technologist
K+S Potash Canada
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted underground as-built surveys and volumetric calculations, ensuring accurate reconciliation of mined materials
- Utilized Trimble SX10, RTK GNSS systems, and 3D laser scanners for high-precision surveys
- Performed weekly drone-mounted LiDAR surveys, processing data in Trimble Business Center to update excavation models
- Developed and issued driving layouts and staking plans to support development crews
- Maintained adherence to survey quality plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with project specifications
- Collaborated with technical teams to monitor underground safety conditions and update spatial databases
Land Surveyor
BEIGE
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Ghana
- Performed layout and pickups for blast holes, enhancing operational efficiency in open-pit mining
- Conducted weekly volumetric surveys for pits and dumps using drones and GNSS systems
- Monitored wall stability and communicated scaling needs to improve safety in mining operations
- Delivered precise staking and layouts for pits, dumps, and infrastructure development projects
- Ghana
Survey Engineer
China Geo-Engineering Corporation
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Executed industrial and heavy civil surveys, including foundations, steel structures, and roadways, with minimal supervision
- Collaborated with clients and project managers to resolve design conflicts and manage project data
- Produced detailed as-built drawings and maintained field notes and survey logs
Education
Master of Engineering (MEng) - Geomatics Engineering
University of Calgary
04.2025
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Geomatic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology, Tarkwa
06-2010
Skills
- Proficient in Trimble Business Center
- Proficient in ArcGIS and QGIS
- Proficient in Civil 3D and Calson
- Hands-on experience with FARO Scanners
- Hands-on experience with drone-mounted LiDAR
- Advanced knowledge of Deswick
- Skilled in data processing and reconciliation for underground and surface mining
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ms Project and Ghantt Project software for
Certification
- Advanced RPAS Certificate, Transport Canada, 09/30/34
- WHMIS Canada, 03/31/34
- Class 5 Driver’s License
References
Blaine Sentes, K+S Potash Canada, (306) 531-2315, blaine.sentes@ks-potashcanada.com
owususteven86@gmail.com, personal
Timeline
Mining Survey Technologist
K+S Potash Canada
05.2024 - 08.2024
Land Surveyor
BEIGE
01.2018 - 07.2023
Survey Engineer
China Geo-Engineering Corporation
08.2015 - 12.2017
Master of Engineering (MEng) - Geomatics Engineering
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Geomatic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology, Tarkwa
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