Richard Harden Smith

Richard Harden Smith is an accomplished Environment, Health and Safety Manager with extensive experience in the construction and mining sectors. Currently serving SFTP Mining and Group Five, Richard is responsible for formulating and implementing safety policies, procedures, and programs, while regularly reviewing and reporting on HSE goals. As Managing Director at Blistrans Group of Companies, Richard oversees operational SHE risks and develops training plans for direct reports. Previous roles include OHS Supervisor at SGRL and safety positions at Eastern Quarries and Plammis Ghana Limited. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Organizational Human Resource Management from the University of Ghana-Legon, along with Nebosh qualifications.