Rajpurohit Pappu Singh

DGM - Mines @ Dangote Cement Plc

About

With over two decades of professional experience, I lead the mining operations team at Dangote Cement Plc , driving the efficient supply of raw materials @20000 TPD and total material handling of 10mMTPA. My expertise lies in mine planning, opencast operations, cost control, and compliance with regulatory standards. I am deeply committed to fostering operational excellence and aligning with the organization's mission of delivering high-quality products through sustainable and efficient practices. I thrive in dynamic environments, bringing innovative solutions and a meticulous approach to achieving key performance indicators. At Dangote Cement, I oversee diverse functions, including mine development planning, quality management, and compliance. Partnering with teams and authorities, I ensure seamless operations through contract management, equipment safety, and cost-effective strategies. My focus on optimizing processes and enhancing team productivity has consistently contributed to achieving operational goals and fostering a culture of excellence.

Country

City

Nigeria

Industry

Mining & Metals

Skill

Communication, Team Coordination, Mining, Procurement, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Commissioning, Coal, Minerals, Operations Management, Project Engineering, Maintenance Management, Contract Management, Project Planning, Safety Management Systems, Microsoft Excel, Management, Negotiation, Mining Engineering, Operations Control

Experience

DGM - Mines

Dangote Cement Plc

2026-5 - Present · 5 mos

Lagos State, Nigeria

Managing Mining Operations

HoD/GM-MINING

SIMBA CEMENT

2019-11 - 2026-4 · 6 yrs 6 mos

Nairobi, Kenya

The main activity of my role involves leading the operational team to supply raw materials required for manufacturing clinker [3.0 MTPA]. My key responsibilities include; • Planning and scheduling mine development, • Opencast mine operations, • Crushing & conveying, • Stock piling & Quality Management. • Cost control, forecasting and budgeting, • Filing returns, Liaison with Govt. authorities. • Reviewing targets, KPI/KRA and machinery performance, • Supervising mine engineers, • Overseeing site and equipment safety, • Contract management, • Identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and productivity, • Ensuring that operations comply with internal and external policy and legislation. • Planning and monitoring of all mines of Devki Group of Companies, Kenya.

Head Of Department - Mines

ARM CEMENT LTD

2013-2 - 2019-10 · 6 yrs 9 mos

Mombasa, Kenya

Worked as Head of Department to control and direct Mining Operations for supply of all Raw Materials required for 1500 TPD clinker production. Projects/Achievements: • Selection of HEMM for new project - Maweni Mines (Tanga), ARM, Tanzania. • Exploration work, Manpower & Machinery optimization in Chauringo Mines of ARM. • Improvised drainage for uninterrupted mining operations during monsoon. • Optimized Load-Haul-Crushing cycle and Achieved Logistics Excellence by improving the truck turnaround time. • Implementation of IMS (ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, BS OHSAS 18001:2007).

Asst Manager (Mines)

Ambuja Cements Limited

2008-3 - 2013-1 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Junagadh, Gujarat, India

Managed Opencast Limestone and Marl Mines & crushing for clinker production of 12000 TPD. Projects/Achievements: • Improvised drainage for uninterrupted mining operations during monsoon. • Mine rehabilitation & Closure of Rampara Limestone Mines, ACL, Kodinar. • Implementation of IMS (ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, BS OHSAS 18001:2007). • Development of Blend plan for achieving desired quality of limestone stockpiles.