Bornface Mushonga
Perth,Australia
Summary
Highly accomplished professional with over 20+ years of experience in providing top-notch services across mining industry. Deep expertise in mining plant equipment maintenance, coupled with a strong commitment to safety and quality. Adept at equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventive measures with an ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and circuit board controllers. Demonstrated track record in fostering team dynamics, ensuring optimal workflow, and enhancing equipment availability. Remarkable efficiency in leading, training, and mentoring cross-functional staff to augment overall performance, attain assigned targets, and deliver best in class services. Proficient in various industry-specific software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite, Fiori/SAP, REMS, MineStar, and Caterpillar SIS. Seeking a challenging role in Mining Maintenance Supervision to leverage a blend of technical knowledge / leadership capabilities.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
WESTRAC Caterpillar
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
Hwange Colliery Company
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
Barzem Caterpillar Enterprises
Advanced Heavy Automotive Mechanical | Truck Workshop 2IC | TSF Workshop 2IC
Fortescue Solomon Mine Site
01.2020 - Current
- Manage weekly plans and major component replacements to ensure safe / efficient operations in a FIFO 7D7N7R role
- Conduct daily quality maintenance tasks on Autonomous 793F haul fleet and 789 manned dump trucks, employing specialised tools and techniques
- Spearhead hazard identification and rectification protocols, reported via Business Management Systems (BMS)
- Collaborate with workmates to ensure stringent adherence to safety measures through peer-on-peer reviews each shift
- Liaise with supervisors to ensure compliance with weekly maintenance schedules for PM services and component replacements
- Prioritised and allocated tasks to optimise operational flow and resource utilisation
- Monitored gap reports for real-time verification and adjustments
- Administered shift handovers using REMS, ensuring seamless operational continuity
- Scrutinised equipment delays via REMS, aimed at pinpointing and addressing inefficiencies
- Authorised notifications and work orders in Fiori/SAP, adhering to organisational standards and procedures
- Ensured 100% team safety, directly contributing to an incident-free workplace through rigorous peer reviews and Take Controls
- Increased maintenance efficiency by adhering to weekly plans and executing planned work in a timely manner
- Reduced work order backlog through proficient use of SAP for streamlined notification and work order approvals
- Elevated team performance metrics through targeted coaching and mentorship
- Achieved near-zero equipment downtime through active troubleshooting of Minestar faults and delays
Step-up Supervisor | Maintenance Coordinator (M1) | Heavy Equipment Diesel Fitter & Auto Electrician (Dual Trade)
BHP Yandi
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Oversaw equipment condition assessments within designated scope to ensure safe, optimal performance
- Orchestrated timely work execution based on equipment risk evaluations, mitigating unplanned failures
- Administered weekly work schedules, also prioritising and facilitating approved break-in tasks
- Allocated resources judiciously in work activity planning to achieve peak maintenance outcomes
- Verified individual maintainer competencies, aiming at guaranteeing safety and skill in duty execution
- Spearheaded timely and accurate event and hazard reporting, fostering a culture of safety and awareness
- Managed condition monitoring tasks as defined by maintenance A&I and CMA guidelines
- Directed daily workshop activities, emphasising a disciplined, productive, and safety-first team environment
- Conducted safety validations including JHA's, Take 5, and Permits to Work, ensuring workshop operational integrity
- Facilitated pre-start and planning meetings, using both Schedule Pre-Read and Video Conferencing platforms
- Executed regular workplace safety audits, identifying and mitigating risks
- Nurtured multi-skilled maintainers through active coaching and mentoring, focused on plan execution
- Liaised with workshop Superintendent, providing essential operational updates
- Collaborated with Mine Control [IROC], Maintenance Supervisors, and Teams to optimise mine operations
- Reduced unplanned equipment failures through timely risk-based work prioritisation
- Enhanced workshop safety metrics by implementing rigorous inspection and reporting protocols
- Increased overall operational efficiency by skilfully coordinating with IROC, Mining Supervisors, and Main Work Centre Supervisors
- Prevented catastrophic equipment failures through proactive monitoring via MineStar
- Streamlined maintenance workloads with effective 1SAP notification creation and monitoring
- Expedited part acquisition and vendor collaboration, improving equipment uptime
- Produced comprehensive equipment reports, contributing to data-driven decision-making
- Ensured 100% compliance with Mining Safety Regulations through vigilant workshop inspections
- Elevated equipment availability in BHP WAIO by adhering to safety protocols and work instructions
- Achieved measurable improvement in breakdown response time via continual engagement with key operational stakeholders
Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter & Automobile Electrician
BHP Billiton
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Served in a FIFO (Fly-In, Fly-Out) capacity, demonstrating adaptability and resilience in remote locations
- Transitioned from Automobile Electrician to Heavy Duty Mechanical Fitter, leveraging dual trade qualifications
- Maintained a diverse range of surface mobile equipment, from Caterpillar Loaders to Komatsu WA1200 and 16M Graders
- Adhered to established work plans and instructions, aiming at optimal maintenance outcomes
- Performed a broad spectrum of diagnostics and preventive maintenance tasks on surface mining equipment
- Undertook mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs on various mobile plants, ensuring reliability and operational efficiency
- Demonstrated flexibility and skill diversification by seamlessly transitioning from an Automobile Electrician role to Heavy Duty Mechanical Fitter
- Improved workshop safety metrics through stringent adherence to JHA’s, Take 5, Permits to Work, and WIN protocols
- Sustained peak operational performance of critical surface mobile equipment, including Caterpillar / Komatsu models
- Streamlined maintenance procedures, achieving greater efficiency and reducing downtimes
- Elevated equipment reliability through meticulous mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs, resulting in fewer breakdowns and unplanned stops
Education
Graduate Diploma Of Maintenance Management -
Central Queensland University
Certificate III in Automobile Mechanical Technology -
Thornlie TAFE
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology -
Barzem Caterpillar Institute
Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Air Conditioning -
Westrac Caterpillar Institute
Skills
- Mining Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Hydraulics
- Pneumatics
- Electrical Systems
- Safety Compliance
- Mining Plant Maintenance
- Diesel Engine Repairs
- Autonomous Mining Trucks
- Leadership & Supervision
- Team Coaching
- Quality Assurance
- Organisational Skills
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Electrical Schematics
- Asset Health Reporting
- Stakeholder Liaison
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Physical Fitness
- Pre-Employment Medicals
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Fiori/SAP
- REMS
- MineStar
- Caterpillar SIS
- Electronic Technician (ET)
- WorkSafe License
- High-Risk Work Licenses (RB, DG, WP, LF)
- Automobile Air Conditioning
- Refrigerant Handling
- Fire Suppression Systems
- Workforce Scheduling
- Process Optimisation
Timeline
Advanced Heavy Automotive Mechanical | Truck Workshop 2IC | TSF Workshop 2IC
Fortescue Solomon Mine Site
01.2020 - Current
Step-up Supervisor | Maintenance Coordinator (M1) | Heavy Equipment Diesel Fitter & Auto Electrician (Dual Trade)
BHP Yandi
01.2016 - 01.2019
Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter & Automobile Electrician
BHP Billiton
01.2011 - 01.2016
Certificate III in Automobile Mechanical Technology -
Thornlie TAFE
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology -
Barzem Caterpillar Institute
Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Air Conditioning -
Westrac Caterpillar Institute
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
WESTRAC Caterpillar
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
Hwange Colliery Company
Heavy Duty Auto Electrician
Barzem Caterpillar Enterprises
Graduate Diploma Of Maintenance Management -
Central Queensland University
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