JOSÉ CARLOS SARANGA

• Lead and coach the team of Process Engineers
• Monitor the long and short-term department plant performance indicator and address the exceptions by leading the implementation of action plan.
• Address the plant process and performance deviation by creating action plans and ensuring that the actions are being completed.
• Interface with production, maintenance, and other departments to overcome the varying technical challenges within Mozal operations by reviewing performance, planning, and taking proactive and preventive action to stabilize and turn the process predictable.
• Support the implementation of engineering projects and changes within the department.
• Coach the Production Supervisors on project implementation within the department
• Lead the department governance from guarantying that the procedures, SOPs are revised.
• Lead within the department the internal and external auditees and address the findings and actions from final reports.
• Lead the adherence to operation procedures by production teams, by training, coaching and observation in the field.
• Work with the departmental management team on business plan.
• Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
• Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
• Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
• Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
• Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
• Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
• Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
• Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.

• Managed production and process parameters of GTCs, Bath Plant and Port, ensuring optimal performance.
• Conducted analysis and performance tests of port equipment (Ship Unloaders, Loading stations, Pitch Plant).
• Ensured integrity and efficiency of the Gas Treatment Centre.
• Implemented improvement projects at Mozal Port, resulting in a 15% increase in offloading rate and Bath Plant 50% reduction in downtime.

• Implemented Vale Project Management Model in the Nacala Corridor Project (Railway and Port), enhancing project delivery timelines.
• Conducted internal audits for Check Excellence in Project Management in Nacala Corridor Project.
• Managed Change Management for Nacala Corridor Project, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruptions.
• Conducted Risk Management (HAZOP Study and Integrated Risk Management) for Nacala Corridor Project.
• Planned the “Central Térmica de Moatize” (CTE) project for Vale, optimizing resource allocation.

• Implemented integration between SAP and MES (Manufacturing Execution System), improving data accuracy by adding additional standard order cycle (dispatch).
• Trained operational personnel in production departments on the use of SAP, enhancing user proficiency.
• Supported the Production Department in using SAP, resolving technical issues promptly.
• Operation planner for production Casthouse department, elaborate the production plan (plan order and process orders) on SAP.
• Supported the Production Department in using SAP, resolving technical issues promptly.

• Responsible on Metal Management at Mozal Casthouse – Responsible on data management within the Casthouse Department and Production Reporting, Mass Balance and interface with Finance, Reduction, Harbour, and Marketing
• Casting Line 1 and 4 - Responsible of ensuring that the process parameters are within specification, casting line availability, productivity, maintenance of the Casting line and interface with engineering in the projects that take place in the casting line.
• Quality Management at Casthouse Mozal - Responsible on ensuring that Mozal Casthouse is certified on ISO 9001:2000 and maintenance of the certificate, maintaining all the quality standards within Casthouse on equipment (weigh scales and CTA´s) and documentation (calibration certificates, scale daily checks, laboratory analysis, training evidence).

• Responsible of receiving fuel from BP trucks, control and monitoring of fuel consumption at Casthouse and run projects to ensure reduction of the fuel consumption.
• Responsible for Water Plant and Diesel Plant – responsible on ensuring that all process functional parameters are within specification and monitoring them for correction of deviation with maintenance team.

• Assisting the Teacher at theoretical, practical lecture and laboratory in the Subject of Power Production at Faculty of Engineering at Eduardo Mondlane University.
• Developed a classroom environment that encouraged active participation, collaboration, and respectful dialogue between peers.

• Focused on occupational health and safety standards, risk management, and safety engineering principles.
• Completed a thesis on “Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) study for Vale Nacala Corridor Project”.

Focused on Power System, Industrial installation, and buildings.

Completed with distinction in Mathematics and Chemistry.