Expert Details
Dragline, Phosphate, Pumps, Open Pit mines
ID: 733090
Florida, USA
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year: 2002 | Degree: Bachelor of Science | Subject: Civil Engineer | Institution: University of Florida |
| Year: 1994 | Degree: Bachelor of Science | Subject: Geology | Institution: Carleton University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2012 to 2015 | Employer: Drummond Company | Title: Assitant Mine Superintendent | Department: La Mina Pribbenow |
Responsibilities:Plan, organize, and manage daily activities for overburden/alluvial removal to optimize ore extraction (drill/blast, dragline, load/haul process) per the established engineering mine plans.Apply civil engineering principles to extraction process (geometry, hydrology-storm water control, ground stability, road construction, utility/access corridors) to optimize production process and personnel safety. Leadership role responsible for training, mentoring production supervisors, support personnel and contractors, providing resources, skills and information to safely manage and meet production goals and adhere to safety standards that exceed industry standards and any applicable legislation to achieve Zero Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate. Lead initiative for supporting OHSAS 18001 certification. Actively promote and manage the mining operation in compliance with the Company's Regulations and Health Safety and Environmental site requirements. Review, author, and approve procedures, standards, and policies to foster a safe and productive environment. Control schedules and resource utilization (2570 Bucyrus, Dozer D11, Tire Dozer 834B, Loader 980/938, BH, Komatsu 830e, Caterpillar 793) Responsible for coaching, mentoring, development and annual evaluation of subordinates. Monitors mine production goals, objectives, and costs to ensure targets are being met against budget and plans. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2008 to 2012 | Employer: Mosaic Company | Title: Assistant Mine Superintedent | Department: South Fort Meade Mine |
Responsibilities:Plan, organize, and manage activities of open pit mining operation to optimize utilization of resources and achieve production objectives for open pit mine, leadership role, team of 50.Supervise and coordinate mine operation activities (dragline, excavation, pit dewatering, dredging, emergency management pump systems, and construction) to meet safety and environmental commitments while maximizing production and minimizing costs while complying with all safety and environmental regulations, and adhering to company policy and best-demonstrated practices. Review, evaluate and approve short and long term mine operation plans. Apply engineering principles for ground stability, road construction, dewatering/hydrology, dam construction, utility/access corridor, and site optimization. Coordinate logistics between mine operations, dragline maintenance, pump maintenance and electrical department to execute/optimize the mine plan in order to achieve production and budget targets. Evaluate and supervise contractors to include new contract solicitation. Recommend operational changes to ensure that production quotas and procedures are met, monitor budgets, approve plans and design Develop proposals and cost estimates; estimate operations and project needs including equipment, materials and personnel; schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications. Work with senior management team to determine and execute overall strategy for mine development/expansion. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2006 to 2008 | Employer: PCS Phosphate Corporation | Title: Civil Engineer/ Senior Geologist | Department: Survey |
Responsibilities:Plan, conduct, and manage the construction and operations activities within open pit Mining Operation.Managed phosphate exploration program, supervised contractors, geologists and drilling crews. Direct the planning, cost control and scheduling of operations and construction. Evaluate and manage contractors providing services to the Mining Operation and provide monthly reports and briefs pertaining to all applicable projects. Coordinate with other Engineers and provide technical direction to Mine Operations with various projects requiring engineering analysis, and design. Perform analysis and recommendation regarding: 1) heavy equipment fleet management; 2) mine pump system. Monitor and implement programs to assure compliance with mine related local, state and federal permits. Position requires working with federal and state representatives (through inspections) to ensure federal and state compliance with final topography and hydrology of reclamation programs as well as mine water circulation system. Improve mining operations efficiencies in the field through supervision and audits of field personnel. Biweekly inspection and documentation of mine pit conditions, concentrating on ore geology to maximize recovery. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2005 to 2006 | Employer: North American Coal Corporation | Title: Mine Planning | Department: Production |
Responsibilities:Manage daily production, scheduling, production reporting, load & haul, drill & blast, and other production projects.Prepare drawings and perform engineering calculations/design to optimize plan for efficient ore extraction. Coordinate with Drill and Blast Engineer. Train and mentor technical staff, and personnel in operational procedures, survey equipment, mine software as well as aid with operational improvements at the mines. Ensure long term design assumptions are workable, implemented, and compliant with mine plans. Communicate and implement mine plans with mine operations and maintenance staff. Lead the site based mine production engineering team to implement short and long term mine planning and production schedules. Maintain clear link between short and long term mine plans. Maintain good communication and report writing skills with client and upper management. Knowledgeable in all aspect of the mining operation to include blasting, blasting design, hauling, digging, and planning of mine sequence operationally. Adhered to safety practices and procedures; and able to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2004 to 2005 | Employer: Varnum and Associates | Title: Civil Engineer | Department: Engineering |
Responsibilities:Engineer for land development projects for medium size residential subdivisions and commercial properties. Responsible for site development, storm water management, grading, erosion and sediment control, utility design, from initial project planning through construction phase.Essential Job functions include: 1) engineering analysis and design in support of project manager; 2) perform hydraulic and hydrologic studies to determine engineering solutions for storm drainage and storm water management applications; 3) prepare detailed utility plans and profile engineered plans for water and sewer infrastructure development; 4) prepare preliminary and final vertical and horizontal roadway alignment plans. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2002 to 2004 | Employer: URS Corporation | Title: Civil Engineer | Department: Development |
Responsibilities:Develop advanced knowledge of engineering principles & practices while researching and analyzing information of considerable difficulty to draw reasonable and viable conclusions/solution.Provide support of the transportation group in summarizing traffic data, collecting traffic data in the field when needed and preparing technical reports, interchange modification reports, and concept reports. Create and analyze network simulation system using CORSIM. Specialized data collection using GPS Trimble units for regional model calibration. |
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International Experience
| Years | Country / Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Years: 1991 to 1998 | Country / Region: Honduras, West Africa, Argentina, Nicaragua, and Venezuela | Summary: During this period, Expert worked in a variety of global locations as Project Manager, Senior Geologist, Ore Control Geologist and Exploration Geologist. |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Spanish | Fluent |
| French | intermediate |