Santosh Kumar

Certified and result-driven Mining Foreman with a Diploma in Mining Engineering and proven experience in open-cast mechanized iron ore operations. Skilled in boosting ore productivity, overseeing heavy earth-moving machinery, and directing technical operations securely. Strong focus on maintaining rigorous regulatory compliance and optimizing team workflows.

Foreman at Baitarani Iron Ore Mines, Joda (2025-02 – Present)

• Led field teams to streamline excavation and optimize ore run-of-mine output metrics.
• Coordinated precise drilling and blasting operations in strict alignment with safety regulations.
• Utilized heavy earth-moving machinery effectively to maintain high daily operational efficiency.
• Managed waste-dump activities to safely optimize space utilization and truck haulage cycles.
• Supervised overall daily mining production blocks while driving a proactive zero-harm safety culture.

Diploma Engineer Trainee at Tiringpahar Iron Ore Mines, M/S O.M.C. Ltd., Joda (2023-01 – 2024-01)

• Acquired hands-on experience in structural mechanized open-cast iron ore mining methodologies.
• Monitored drilling and blasting technical parameters to safely streamline production workflows.
• Supported field safety supervisors in enforcing risk mitigation protocols across pit shifts.
• Generated operational documentation reports including daily shift outputs and equipment logs.

Diploma in Mining Engineering – Government Polytechnic Jajpur, Odisha (2022)

12th in Higher Secondary – Tetra Heardon H.S. School, Tangi (2019)

10th in Secondary School – A.S.S.V.M. Kendujiani, Mayurbhanj (2017)