Expert Details
Mining; Mining Methods; Mining Equipment; Mining Projects; Surface Miners; Exploration; Hydrogeology
ID: 727772
Australia
With over 25 years of experience in advisory, consulting, analysis, project management, business development, operations and equipment, he has gained diverse knowledge in the Australian and international mining industry. He has the ability to succeed in new projects and work effectively in unfamiliar environments and circumstances; problem-solving attitude and capability to generate new ideas & business.
MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS
• Managed and completed consulting projects for largest mining companies, contractors and investors resulting in business improvement, project development and acquisition.
• Assisted mining consulting; software and analytics companies in IP development.
• Completed various Market and Commodity Reports; Feasibility Studies and Due Diligence Reviews of Australian and international mining projects and operations.
• Consulted for authorities; other consulting and legal firms.
• Assisted OEMs in marketing; business and product development.
• Developed new market for specialised technology for iron ore and salt mining in Australia leading to a massive business expansion (> $1.5bln) of the OEM businesses.
• Developed market for the largest underground truck and the new generation of underground loaders resulting in an increased market share of the OEM.
Consulted a bank on the trends in particular market for mining equipment.Consulted an investor on a feasibility of development of a particular market of mining equipment.Consulted an investor on a feasibilty of using a particular mining method for a particular deposit.Completed a feasibility study for a large mining company on suitabilty of using a particula mining method for a particular deposit.Consulted a government of an Asian country on current trends in the Australian mining industry.Presented new mining technology to the State Ministers for Natural Resources.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1987 | Degree: MEng (Mining) | Subject: Underground Mining | Institution: Moscow State Mining University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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| Years: 2007 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Managing Director | Department: |
Responsibilities:provides services in:· selection and optimization of mining methods and equipment · mining equipment development and marketing; efficiency trials · risk assessment · due diligence · feasibility studies and business development Completed projects and acted as an advisor for other mining consultancies; mining companies; contractors; OEMs; investors and authorities. Evaluated market potential for various commodities and mining products manufacturers; consulted for investors; banks and large management consultancies. Assisted in IP; database and software development and due diligence. Acted as an Expert Witness. Contributed a number of articles to the international mining media. Was a columnist for the Australian Journal of Mining for 3 years. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2008 to 2009 | Employer: ROCK COGNITION PTY LTD | Title: General Manager Mining | Department: |
Responsibilities:Introduced in Australia a concept of Hydromining of steeply dipping coal seams; presented the concept to the Minister of Natural Resources; applied for exploration licenses; |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2007 to 2008 | Employer: ROCK COGNITION PTY LTD | Title: Managing Director | Department: |
Responsibilities:Evaluated market potential for surface miners in Australian coal and iron oreproduced trial programs and cost estimates for clients; consulted manufacturers of surface miners and cutting tools on product improvement; |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2002 to 2007 | Employer: WIRTGEN AUSTRALIA PTY LTD | Title: Business Development Manager Mining | Department: |
Responsibilities:Implemented new mining methods and technology - Surface Miners for iron ore and salt mining in the Pilbara leading to a massive business expansion ($100 mln +) of the OEM business.Secured the biggest order in the history of Surface Miners leading to development of $2 bln market in Australia. Introduced a new and revolutionary mining method for iron ore and salt mining. Improved rock cutting technology and opened a new market for a partner company. Developed the first industrial salt harvester and secured subsequent orders. Improved products to meet customers’ expectations and compliance standards.Evaluated numerous operations in Australia and overseas. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1997 to 2001 | Employer: ATLAS COPCO CONSTRUCTION & MINING AUSTRALIA | Title: Product Manager - Underground Trucks and Loaders | Department: |
Responsibilities:Participated in design and implementation of the first 50-tonne underground truck and the new generation of underground loaders resulting in an increased market share of the OEM.Coordinated a team developing the largest underground truck and facilitated its successful implementation with sales exceeding $100 mln. Introduced a new generation of underground loaders and improved prototype products. Re-gained market share of the equipment, parts and services by improving products. Prepared and won tenders and secured parts and service business. Designed and implemented efficiency trials enabling to win orders over competitors. Conducted product application studies resulting in gaining new business. Customized equipment to meet compliance requirements of Australian mines. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1996 to 1997 | Employer: | Title: Project Manager - Industrial Construction | Department: |
Responsibilities:Found and completed new projects; conducted feasibility studies and due diligence; supervised contractors. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1993 to 1996 | Employer: | Title: Regional Manager - CIS | Department: |
Responsibilities:Opened an office and developed a market for mining equipment in the former USSR. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1991 to 1993 | Employer: | Title: Senior Design Engineer | Department: |
Responsibilities:Supervised design of underground works; supervised field works and implementation; conducted compliance control and project coordination. |
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International Experience
| Years | Country / Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Years: 1987 to 1997 | Country / Region: Russia; Ukraine; Kazakhstan; Uzbekistan. | Summary: Various mining engineering and commercial experience operating in the countries of the former USSR. |
| Years: 1994 to 2007 | Country / Region: USA/Canada | Summary: Various types of work with the US and Canadian mining equipment manufacturers. Multiple trips to minesites. |
| Years: 2002 to 2008 | Country / Region: India | Summary: Interaction with Indian mining equipment manufacturers. Multiple trips to minesites. |
| Years: 1996 to 2006 | Country / Region: Europe | Summary: Various work with European manufacturers of mining and construction products. Various training and site visits. |
| Years: 2006 to 2008 | Country / Region: New Zealand; New Caledonia | Summary: Talks with a few companies operating in the region. Site visits. |
Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| FAusIMM (Fellow if the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy |
| Licenses / Certifications |
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| Holds various training certificates. |
| Professional Appointments |
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| Managing Director; Gemeral Manager; Business Development Manager. |
| Awards / Recognition |
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| Distinction for a Master's Degree Project. |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Has more than 50 publications in Australian and international mining media. |
Additional Experience
| Expert Witness Experience |
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| Acted as an expert witness in a patent dispute and won the case. Here is the officially endorsed testimonial from the client: "Freehills Patent Attorneys engaged Expert as an expert witness for a patent dispute. We were impressed with Expert's knowledge of the subject matter and his ability to provide comprehensive information on the topics requested enabling us to gain a detailed insight into the field. Such patent disputes have short timeframes and Expert worked well under the time pressures and always met our deadlines." Tracey Hendy, Special Counsel, Freehills Patent Attorneys, Australia. In addition - I have been involved in another legal dispute (a financial claim) and have familiarised myself with some other specifics of legal work (e.g. prepared Statutory Declarations; etc.). The details are confidential. |
| Training / Seminars |
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| Conducted workshops and seminars; conducted equipment training. Specialized Training Mining Economics; Managing & Marketing; Business Communication; Sales & Marketing; Ongoing mining equipment product training; on-site training and inductions. |
| Vendor Selection |
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| Located and purchased many types of components for mining equipment, i.e. engines; tyres; coatings; switches; tools; etc. Well familiar with the components and consulted manufacturers of components. |
| Marketing Experience |
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| Very knowledgeable about trends in mining industry. Consulted investors, governments, community. Wrote many articles for international mining media. Writes a regular mining consulting column in the Australian Journal of Mining. |
| Other Relevant Experience |
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| Extensive knowledge of various mining operations, methods and equipment. Knowledge of key projects and people. 20+ years of experience in operations, technology, consulting and business development worldwide. Ability to succeed in new projects. Ability to work effectively in unfamiliar environment and circumstances. Capability to generate new ideas and business. Problem-solving attitude. Familiar with boutique and unique mining methods. Capable of finding the right answer in many complex situations. Computer Applications MS Office; Excel; Access; Developed applications for mining equipment; Assisted in IP development for RungePincockMinarco and AME Mineral Economics; Trained in XERAS; XACT; XPAC; Ventsim; SAP |
Language Skills
| Language | Proficiency |
|---|---|
| Russian | Mother tongue. Capable of writing technical articles. |
| German | Studied at School and University and was capable of translating technical articles, however mostly forgot the language. Still can read some basic texts with a dictionary. |
| English |