Vikrant Verma
Ajmer
Summary
Dynamic mining professional with extensive experience at Hindustan Zinc Limited, excelling in resource management and operational efficiency. Proven track record in enhancing productivity through lean methodology and effective communication. Successfully led projects that improved performance metrics and ensured compliance with safety regulations, driving significant operational improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Manager
Hindustan Zinc Limited
Ajmer
07.2018 - 02.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring safety measures and production goals were met.
- Led team in short-term mine planning, equipment scheduling, and resource management for optimal efficiency.
- Adopted best practices across mining operations to improve performance metrics.
- Revised operational SOPs and implemented Operate for Reliability Asset optimization module to reduce damages and enhance productivity.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations and environmental standards for sustainability.
Assistant Manager
Hindustan Zinc Limited
Ajmer
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted hazard, near-miss, and incident investigations using RCA and risk analysis tools.
- Supervised workforce and equipment deployment, resolving issues in real time.
- Maximized productivity in LHD through lean tools while achieving hauling targets with limited resources.
Mining Engineer
Hindustan ZInc Limited
Ajmer
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed operations in Kayad Lead Zinc Mine, focusing on drilling, blasting, and ore extraction for 1.2 million MT/year capacity.
- Implemented targeted projects to achieve overbreak reduction and improve pull-per-blast efficiency.
- Developed strong practical knowledge in highly mechanized underground mining practices.
Education
Executive MBA -
Indian Institute of Management
Udaipur, India05-2026
Bachelor of Technology - Mining Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)
Dhanbad, India05-2018
Senior Secondary Education -
SR Public School
Kota, India05-2014
Higher Secondary Education -
Jawahar Navodaya VIdhyalaya
Jagdalpur, Chhattishgarh05-2012
Skills
- Resource management
- Regulatory compliance
- Lean methodology
- Operational efficiency
- Production planning
- Risk assessment
- Lean management
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Data analysis
Project
- Productivity improvement of the transportation system in underground coal mines by OEE measurement.
- Utilization improvement of 21-ton capacity Load Haul Dumper using Lean Six Sigma concepts.
- Overbreak reduction in development drives to reduce the overall cost of production.
- Analysis of drill and blast variables on pull per blast using multivariate regression analysis
Certification
- First Class Manager Competency Certificate (Unrestricted), MMR 1961- Issued by DGMS, India
- National Cadet Corps: Senior Division 'C' Certificate
Accomplishments
- Technical STAR for FY 2024-25 (Technical and behavioural competency assessment program to identify high-potential candidates across the organization, organized by Korn Ferry)
- Secured 1st position in INNOVARE, a mining-based case study competition in Khanan 2016 (Tech Fest of IIT(ISM) Dhanbad.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Hindustan Zinc Limited
07.2022 - 03.2023
Associate Manager
Hindustan Zinc Limited
07.2018 - 02.2025
Mining Engineer
Hindustan ZInc Limited
07.2018 - 06.2022
Executive MBA -
Indian Institute of Management
Bachelor of Technology - Mining Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM)
Senior Secondary Education -
SR Public School
Higher Secondary Education -
Jawahar Navodaya VIdhyalaya
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