Experience

Terra Mining Pty Ltd

• Australia
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HSET Superintendent

  • Feb 2023 - Present



Karora Resources

• Canada
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Work Health Safety and Training Manager

  • May 2021 - Feb 2023

  WHST Manager at Karora Resources Higginsville Operations Responsibilities include (but not limited to):- >Lead & execute the Company’s Safety Management System (SMS) on site to ensure effectiveness and compliance including input to develop and improve overall safety systems & processes >Draft, review and maintain all site-based OSH documentation in accordance with the company’s document preparation and control standards to ensure adequacy and compliance >Remain abreast of all relevant OSH legislation and codes of practice and provide advice and guidance to Line Managers on health and safety matters, establishing objectives and targets with leadership >Ensure OSH records and data is maintained in INX and system integrity is ensured >Facilitate and maintain site-based Risk Assessment Register >Oversee and facilitate incident investigations, ensuring efficacy and integrity of the process >Produce monthly OSH reports for Executive Management and site management as required >Ensure the site’s emergency preparedness and response resources are adequately maintained – including mutual-aid agreements and training to deal with identified emergencies. >Manage site access and security systems/processes as appropriate in relation to the level of risk



Matsa Resources Limited

• Australia
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Health & Safety Manager

  • Sep 2020 - May 2021

  Health and Safety Manager at the Red October UG Gold Mine Employed to develop, implement and manage safety, health, medical and training systems at the Red October Gold Mine. Responsibilities include (but not limited to):- • Develop and implement Project Work Health & Safety Management Plan • Develop and implement Health & Hygiene Management Plan in consultation with external Health & Hygiene provider • Conduct operational risks assessments and update/maintain the site risk register • Conduct incident / ICAM investigations and provide reports to management • Develop, review and deliver employee competency training programs, inductions and safety training programs, including conducting training needs analysis and assessments • Development and reviewing of procedures • Provide and maintain first aid and emergency response, including equipment and facilities • Develop and implement site emergency management plan



AngloGold Ashanti

• South Africa
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Underground Safety & Training Superintendent

  • Jan 2019 - Jun 2020

  Employed to lead the HST Team and provide ongoing Health, Safety, Training support and technical expertise to Anglo Gold Ashanti and site contractors for the underground and processing operations at the Sunrise Dam Gold Operation. Responsibilities covered a range of activities including (but not limited to): - • Provide leadership support to a team of HST team members including contractor teams • Maintain positive working relationships with key internal stakeholders and site contractors. • Conduct operational risks assessments & audit Safety Management System elements for effectiveness and compliance. • Ensure the delivery & quality of site inductions & operational safety/skills training in accordance with the site training plan. • Conducting ICAM investigations and submissions of SIR reports. • Undertake compliance and statutory audits and deliver reports to senior management



Barminco

• Australia
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior HSET Coordinator

  • Jul 2017 - Jan 2019

  Accountable for leading a team of Underground HSET Coordinators and Trainers at the Anglo Gold Ashanti / Barminco Alliance Project at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine. Accountable for leading a team of Underground HSET Coordinators and Trainers at the Anglo Gold Ashanti / Barminco Alliance Project at the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine.



Shere Consulting Services - Norseman Gold

• HSEQ & Training Professional (consultant)

  • Mar 2017 - Jul 2017

  Providing HSEQ & Training consulting support for Gold mining company . Scope of work included conducting and reporting high level ICAM investigations, statutory compliance audits, developed positive working relationships with state regulatory authorities (DMP & DER), specific mining HSET project planning, management systems development and implementation. Providing HSEQ & Training consulting support for Gold mining company . Scope of work included conducting and reporting high level ICAM investigations, statutory compliance audits, developed positive working relationships with state regulatory authorities (DMP & DER), specific mining HSET project planning, management systems development and implementation.



Barminco

• Australia
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior HSE&T Coordinator

  • Oct 2016 - Mar 2017



Panoramic Resources Limited

• Australia
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HST Professional

  • Jul 2015 - Aug 2016

  Employed on-site to provide specialist Health, Safety and Training support and technical expertise to line supervisors and managers. Undertook position as Alt HST Manager as required Responsibilities covered a range of activities including (but not limited to):- Review of operational emergency response and readiness capabilities and provision of recommendations. Management, coaching and support of direct departmental OHS team members. Development and implementation of Bowtie Risk Assessments, TARP's and of Principal Hazard Management Plans. Review of operational risks and audit risk register controls for effectiveness and compliance. SMS development and implementation across the business. Conduct HST & sustainability planning and leading of ICAM investigations. Conducted WA Mines Department “High Impact Frequency” audit and reported results to management. Maintaining and reviewing INX InControl corrective actions and incident management. Monitored and reviewed current Workers Compensation Claims and Injury Management with internal and external stakeholders. Provide site medical / emergency support as required



IGO Ltd

• Australia
• Mining
• 400 - 500 Employee

• HSET Manager

  • Aug 2014 - Jul 2015

  Engaged on a temporary contract basis to handle a range of HSET management activities at an underground copper mining operation including:- Reviewed site Risk Register and audit of mitigated risk controls for compliance and effectiveness. Led and coached the HSET team to enhance their safety performance. Performed OHSAS 18001 audit of existing management system and provided recommendations. Conducted training needs analysis and developed training plan. Reviewed operational emergency response/readiness capabilities and provided recommendations. Reviewed annual HSET Plan and identified key areas for improvement based upon audit report. Developed a monthly Dashboard for the operations safety and health “leading and lagging” performance. Conducted a WA Mines Department “High Impact Frequency” audit and reported results to management. Coached and mentored Safety Committee to improve its effectiveness and functionality. Maintaining and reviewing INX InControl corrective actions and incident management.



Mount Gibson Iron

• Australia
• Mining
• 100 - 200 Employee

• HST Superintendent

  • Jun 2008 - Aug 2014

  Provided leadership and support for the operation on all safety, emergency and training requirements. Ensure the implementation and effectiveness of AS/NZS 4801 Safety Management Systems at operational level. Facilitate the timely reporting of safety and training matters. Reviewed and maintained the operation’s cyclone management plan and readiness capability. Monitored audit close outs to ensure recommendations and actions were closed out in a timely manner. Performance managed own team and personnel in the field. Coached and mentored Managers and Supervisors on inspections, investigations and audits for safety. Evaluated all safety specific procedures and monitored their implementation. Monitored and reviewed the operational risk register, TARP's with all key stakeholders. Reviewed and delivered the annual HST operational and CAPEX budget. Led and managed high level incident investigations onsite and review all reports to ensure root cause identified and corrective actions were effective. Maintaining and reviewing INX InControl corrective actions and incident management.



India Resources Limited

• HSE & TRG Manager

  • May 2007 - Apr 2008

  Duties involved the development and implementation of key HSET management systems, risk management strategies and training plans for underground mining and milling / processing operations. Other responsibilities included working with local Indian employees to develop and improve mining safety skills set and developing / training mine rescue capability. Duties involved the development and implementation of key HSET management systems, risk management strategies and training plans for underground mining and milling / processing operations. Other responsibilities included working with local Indian employees to develop and improve mining safety skills set and developing / training mine rescue capability.



SRG Global

• Australia
• Construction
• 700 & Above Employee

• Corporate HSEQ Manager

  • Nov 2001 - May 2007

  Responsible for management, development and implementation of Civil Engineering and UG & OP Mining & Drilling QSE & HR systems, education, training and overall risk, safety and industrial health services. Identified and analysed business safety risks; developed and implemented safety strategies and programs. Managed workers compensation issues and provided expert advice on Risk, Safety and Health, Human Resources and Quality Assurance. Responsible for management, development and implementation of Civil Engineering and UG & OP Mining & Drilling QSE & HR systems, education, training and overall risk, safety and industrial health services. Identified and analysed business safety risks; developed and implemented safety strategies and programs. Managed workers compensation issues and provided expert advice on Risk, Safety and Health, Human Resources and Quality Assurance.



Normandy Mining Jundee

• OHS Specialist

  • Jul 2001 - Oct 2001

  Responsible for development and implementation a high level permit and isolation process and system. Responsible for development and implementation a high level permit and isolation process and system.



Rio Tinto

• United Kingdom
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• OHS Coordinator / OHN

  • Jan 1999 - Jun 2001

  Based at the Ranger /Jabiluka UG Uranium Mine in the Northern Territory where responsible for maintenance of the Rio Tinto Safety Management Systems and ensuring that the medical and emergency resource capabilities were fully functioning. Also provided site occupational health services and successfully delivered the company’s indigenous training program. Based at the Ranger /Jabiluka UG Uranium Mine in the Northern Territory where responsible for maintenance of the Rio Tinto Safety Management Systems and ensuring that the medical and emergency resource capabilities were fully functioning. Also provided site occupational health services and successfully delivered the company’s indigenous training program.



Smiths Snackfoods

• HSQ & HR Coordinator

  • Jul 1997 - Dec 1998

  Maintain OHS, HACCP, QA and HR activities at the Canningvale manufacturing facility. Maintain OHS, HACCP, QA and HR activities at the Canningvale manufacturing facility.



Keywest Construction

• Project HSEQT Manager

  • Feb 1996 - Jun 1997

  Responsible for the development and implementation of Australian safety / environment and quality systems and standards for a high profile construction project in Manila. Responsible for the development and implementation of Australian safety / environment and quality systems and standards for a high profile construction project in Manila.



Bradken

• Australia
• Mining
• 700 & Above Employee

• HSQ & HR Manager

  • Feb 1995 - Feb 1996

  Responsible for the development and implementation of OHS, QA & HR systems and processes for a foundry operation. Achievements included the Worksafe WA Gold Safety Award and functional Human Resource Management System (HRMS) for the business. Responsible for the development and implementation of OHS, QA & HR systems and processes for a foundry operation. Achievements included the Worksafe WA Gold Safety Award and functional Human Resource Management System (HRMS) for the business.



Roche Mining

• Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer

  • Mar 1994 - Mar 1995

  Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer



Henry Walker Eltin

• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer

  • Feb 1993 - Feb 1994

  Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer Safety Co-ordinator / Occupational Health Nurse / Trainer



Australian Army

• Australia
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regular Army Medic

  • Jan 1985 - Dec 1989

  Royal Australian Army Medical Corps - Field Medic / 2nd Military Hospital. Royal Australian Army Medical Corps - Field Medic / 2nd Military Hospital.