Edna Bembele

Mineral Processing Engineer with several years of experience in mineral processing, plant operations, process control and Dense Media Separation (DMS). Experienced in control room operations, monitoring and adjusting process parameters, plant start-up and shutdown, recovery monitoring, ferro-silicon management, operational reporting and process troubleshooting. Progressed from Process Engineer to Senior Process Engineer at Fura Mozambique, while also gaining hands-on experience as a DMS Control Room Operator.

Additional experience in site supervision, process operations and, more recently, logistics and route planning. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to operational efficiency, resource optimization and continuous improvement. Motivated to build an international career and relocate to Luxembourg or another European country.

Logistics & Route Planning - Águas de Namaacha - Mozambique

(2026-01)

• Plan and monitor distribution routes for delivery vehicles.
• Monitor vehicle movements and route execution using Quatenus and Google Earth.
• Analyse routes to identify unnecessary crossings, overlapping areas and opportunities for improved route allocation.
• Support operational decisions aimed at improving efficiency and reducing unnecessary fuel consumption.
• Coordinate route information and operational requirements with different teams.
• Prepare reports and recommendations based on route and delivery analysis.

Senior Process Engineer / Process Engineer / Control Room Operator - Fura Mozambique - Mozambique

(2021-01 - 2025-12)

Worked in mineral processing plant operations, with a strong focus on Dense Media Separation (DMS). Progressed from Process Engineer to Senior Process Engineer. Worked as a Control Room Operator, monitoring plant performance and process parameters.

• Monitored and adjusted DMS operating parameters to support stable plant performance and recovery.
• Participated in plant start-up, operation and shutdown procedures.
• Monitored and managed ferro-silicon-related process requirements.
• Analysed operational data and identified deviations affecting plant performance.
• Supported troubleshooting and corrective actions during operational problems.
• Monitored recovery and other key process indicators.
• Prepared operational and production reports.
• Worked closely with plant operators and other technical teams to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Supported compliance with operational and safety procedures.
• Contributed to continuous improvement and optimization of plant operations.

Construction Supervisor - CCH Construções - Mozambique

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Supervised daily site activities and coordinated operational teams.
• Monitored work progress and compliance with safety and operational requirements.
• Coordinated resources and activities to meet planned targets.
• Prepared reports and communicated operational progress to management.
• Supported problem-solving and decision-making in field operations.

Process Operator - Twigg Mining - Mozambique

(2018-01 - 2018-12)

• Supported mineral processing plant operations.
• Monitored equipment and process conditions.
• Followed operational and safety procedures.
• Reported process deviations and operational issues to the responsible teams.

Master's Degree - Industrial Engineering - Universidad Internacional Iberoamericana (UNINI) (2021-01)

Postgraduate Diploma - Mathematics Teaching Methodology - Universidade Pedagógica (2021-01 - 2021-12)

Bachelor's Degree - Mineral Processing Engineering - Universidade Católica de Moçambique (2013-01 - 2017-12)