AARON BROOKS
Mount Isa ,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused Underground Miner with 15 years’ experience across a wide range of mining operations, including the past 18 months specialising in shafts and hoisting. Skilled in rigging, dogging, Frenna operations, and shaft rehabilitation, with proven ability to perform critical tasks efficiently and safely in high-pressure environments. Brings a strong work ethic, hands-on technical expertise, and adaptability developed through long-term industry experience. Currently based in Mount Isa and seeking opportunities in the Coastal region to continue a successful mining career or expand my lifting and crane experience while providing a better lifestyle and more opportunities for our children. I am available for overtime upon request by my employer or with minimal notice. I am safety driven as I am the primary earner for my young family. My 15 year history in mining reflects my safety-driven attitude with no major injuries or safety concerns arising.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Serviceman and Timberman
Ernest Henry Mine
- Actively participate in deployment meetings and cross shift handovers
- High pressure grouting into artesian vein
- Installation of fans
- Ventilation repair and installation
- Building and construction of timber and brick bulkheads
- Competent Air Leg operator
- General service repairs - poly and steel
- Competent Diechi operator
- Competent Manitou operator
- Face prep
- Jumbo offsider
- Construction of underground dams and dam walls
- General service repairs - poly and steel
- Concreting slabs
- Shotcreting
- Construction of ventilation doors
- Construction of underground dams and dam walls
- Form work
Timberman
Glencore Mount Isa
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Actively participate in deployment meetings and cross shift handovers
- Installation of fans
- Ventilation repair and installation
- Building and construction of timber and brick bulkheads
- Wet-fill and paste-fill pipe installation
- MCA ceramic paste fill pipe installation
- Competent Air Leg operator
- Construction of ventilation doors
- Form work
- Concreting slabs
- Shotcreting
- Construction of underground dams and dam walls
- General service repairs - poly and steel
- Competent Getman operator
- Competent Normet operator
- Competent Manitou operator
- Competent Rise and Feed operator
- Face prep
- Jumbo offsider
- Production drill operator offsider
Shafts and Hoisting
Glencore
05.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Maintained rigging equipment to highest standards, ensuring operational readiness.
- Developed a strong understanding of rigging principles, enabling the accurate interpretation of blueprints and diagrams related to load handling activities.
Frenna Operator
Glencore
05.2024 - Current
- Providing exceptional service that exceeded expectations while maintaining strict safety standards throughout crane operations.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by conducting thorough pre-operational checks, identifying potential hazards, and addressing them proactively.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by swiftly diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of operational procedures by sharing insights and recommendations based on personal experiences as a Franna Operator.
Education
High School Diploma -
Keebra Park
Gold Coast 1997
Skills
- New installations
- Power tool operation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- First aid training
- Safety
- Hazardous materials handling
- Lifting techniques
- Heavy machinery operation
- Fall protection
- Hand tools proficiency
- Work with minimal supervision
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy lifting
- Hand tool expertise
- Power tool proficiency
- Incident reporting
Certification
- Certificate III in surface extraction operations
- S1,S2,S3
- MR license
- Fully underground inducted
- Conduct fireteam operations
- First Aid and CPR
- Manual Handling
- Working at Heights
- Isolation Tagging Lockout
- Frenna
- Rigging
- Intermediate rigging
- Forklift
TICKETS
- IT Normet
- Bob cat
- Forklift
- Getman
- Manitou
- Diechi
Hobbies and Interests
Player for QRL Ipswich Jets as a prop, Coached Mount Isa Junior Rugby League team from U10’s - U12’s, North West Queensland Junior Mini Roos 3-5 years age assistant
Accomplishments
Cert 123 supervision
REFERENCES
• Randy Crumblin, Developmental Shift Boss - Glencore Mount Isa mines, 0400 284 583
• Marcus White, Developmental Shift Boss - Ernest Henry Mine, 0438 995 982
Timeline
Shafts and Hoisting
Glencore
05.2024 - Current
Frenna Operator
Glencore
05.2024 - Current
Timberman
Glencore Mount Isa
01.2018 - 05.2024
Serviceman and Timberman
Ernest Henry Mine
High School Diploma -
Keebra Park