BEN DEELEY
Byford,WA
Summary
Empathetic coach with good understanding of different cultures, perspectives and experiences. Eager to put leadership and problem-solving skills into practice. Personable and dedicated to helping mentees navigate difficult situations and resolve conflicts positively and constructively. Approachable peer worker with solid experience providing guidance, support and mentorship. Collaborative and adept at facilitating workshops and training sessions. Strong communication skills and committed to fostering culture of growth and development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROCESS PLANT OPERATOR
LYNAS
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Fixed plant processing of Rare Earth mineral, Mobile plant operation of Front end loader, Con pad operations, Emptying Filter Bays, Loading tipper truck, Loading bagging plant hopper, Wash down machinery daily, Laying and drying of concentrate to desired moisture level, Manage storage of Con shed stock piles, Filter shed 1 and 2 operations, cloth changes, plate changes, identify filter shed operation issues, monitor filtrate, collect samples and enter plant statistics for density level Ph levels filter cake thickness etc, problem solve and locate issues impeding operation, over head crane operation, Monitoring and House Keeping of De-Watering area, Monitor and maintain desired thickener levels, Follow SOP's, repair/diagnose sump pump issues, Operating mineral bagging plant, bagging mineral to specified weight, Conveyor hopper operations, Reporting daily stats to control room, Work safely with conveyor belts, daily cleaning of horizontal and vertical fixed plant shoots after isolation, personal isolation, effectively maintain ppe daily.
FIELD ENGINEER
MPC Kinetic (Rio Contracting)
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Acquiring and analyzing mineral data for Client, Operating wire-line winch data tools, 4wd Harsh Terrain, Follow strict safety protocol, complete daily operations reports, heavy manual labor, achieve set deadlines, vehicle maintenance, work autonomously
- Tool maintenance and calibration, asset location and surveying
- Filling out daily JSA, applying for permit to work, HV interaction, Wire Line operations in open pit mine
- Autonomous work in isolated resource field
- Interaction with client geologist.
DRILLERS OFFSIDER
Mitchell Services Kalgoorlie
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Day to day operations of a drill rig both underground and surface, overcoming challenges in the grueling work environment, Repetitive heavy lifting, working as a team, rotating roster/shift work
- Water truck operation filling sumps
- Support truck operation including loading and unloading of materials rods etc
- Rig servicing and maintenance
- High pressure water hose cleaning of equipment, Generator servicing, operation of fuel trailer and refueling Rig, Generators, Trucks and LV, Meter marking core, processing and extracting core samples, core delivery and preparation, detailed numbering of core samples, fault finding, mechanical repairs, directional drilling, mixing of muds to desired viscosity, sump lining.
UTILITIES/SAFETY REP
Compass Group (Sino Minesite)
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Warehouse/Cleaning duties, Promoted to Safety Rep responsible for health and well being of a team of 15 utilities employees working in remote and challenging environment
- Industrial warehouse cleaning, operating a hygienic decontamination unit
- Navigation of complete minesite including pit and haul roads
- Managing above and beyond standard duties during shutdowns
- Following safe work procedures carrying out mine site cleaning duties on control room, crusher buildings, processing offices, site ablutions and cribs.
Peer Mentor
Teen Challenge Rehabilitation Centre
WA
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed strategic person centred action plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for participants.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
- Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Served as a role model for fellow students, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced peer understanding by providing one-on-one mentoring and support.
- Connected mentees with academic resources such as tutoring services or workshops when needed to improve performance levels.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
Education
Certificate IV - Family And Community Services
Boarding Training Australia
Esperance 05.2016
Skills
- Goal Setting
- Role Modeling
- Behavior improvements
- Group and individual instruction
- Interpersonal Communication
- Peer Counseling
- Case Management
- Life Skills Development
- Relationship Building
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Activity Planning
- Support Services
Certification
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- HR License
- White Card
- Working at heights
- Confined space
- Gas test atmosphere
- Excavator-Skid steer-Front end loader – High Risk Forklift
- Riot Tinto PRH Essentials for site
References
- Heather Casey, 0421 478 233, Civeo Supervisor
- Matt Simmons, 0458707061, Lynas Process Manager
- Goran Mirosovic, 0438 990 018, Teen Challenge Director
- Ryan King, 0419128652, OCC Supervisor
Timeline
PROCESS PLANT OPERATOR
LYNAS
02.2022 - 03.2024
FIELD ENGINEER
MPC Kinetic (Rio Contracting)
01.2020 - 02.2022
DRILLERS OFFSIDER
Mitchell Services Kalgoorlie
02.2019 - 01.2020
UTILITIES/SAFETY REP
Compass Group (Sino Minesite)
08.2017 - 02.2019
Peer Mentor
Teen Challenge Rehabilitation Centre
11.2015 - 07.2017
Certificate IV - Family And Community Services
Boarding Training Australia