Brad Malone
Kiama Downs
Summary
To secure a position where my extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and dedication to workplace safety and efficiency can contribute to an organization’s success while providing professional development opportunities to support my young family.
Professional mining specialist with robust experience in extraction and excavation. Adept at utilizing industry-specific machinery and techniques to maximize productivity and ensure safety. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to evolving operational needs. Known for reliability and achieving results in demanding environments.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in mining operations and safety protocols. Proven track record in efficiently extracting and processing minerals while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Demonstrated expertise in operating heavy machinery and conducting thorough geological surveys.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Miner Driver
Nexus Mining
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in emergency response drills to be prepared for any potential incidents or accidents onsite.
- Consistently met production targets by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Maintained excellent communication within the team to ensure smooth coordination of activities across various sections of the mine site.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying issues before they escalated into larger problems while maintaining a safe working environment.
Miner Driver
Greenland Mining
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated Joy 12CM30 in mains drivage
- Managed crew at the face
Miner Driver / Supervisor
Nexus
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Operated Joy 12CM30 in challenging mains drivages and gate roads
- Successfully worked in conditions such as dikes and sills
Operator
Mastermyne
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked on WE/D ventilation crew
- Built and pumped L/W goaf seals
- Constructed and sprayed stoppings
- Conducted general outbye services work and secondary support
Operator
Delta SBD
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Worked for mine services
- Supplies driver for Appin North development panels
- Conducted road maintenance and repairs
Operator
Mastermyne
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Worked in outbye services on weekend night shifts
- Operated LHDs, pneumatic, and hydraulic bolting rigs
- Involved in longwall change-outs as an ED10 operator
- Installed secondary support in challenging conditions
Operator
WDS Mining
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Worked in development panel
- Operated Shuttle Car, LHD, SMV/Driftrunner
- Handled various bolting equipment, including MB670 digital and semi-auto rigs
- Assisted in mine gate road development and longwall installation
Refractory Leading Hand / Supervisor
Andreco Hurll
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Supervised and instructed large crews on shutdown work
- Developed work procedures and JSEA’s
- Conducted regular audits and maintained safety standards
- Managed large projects, ensuring deadlines and budgets were met
Education
NSW School Certificate -
Kanahooka High School
Dapto, NSW01.2001
TAFE Accredited Bricklaying Trade Course - Stage 1, 2, and 3
TAFE Certificate III -
Building and Construction OH&S
Skills
- Development and implementation of JSEA’s and work procedures
- Gas identification and workplace safety procedures
- Isolation and lock-out systems
- Incident and near-miss reporting
- Regular auditing
- Expertise in pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
- Conveyor belt safety procedures
- Strong leadership
- Ability to handle responsibility
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as part of a team
- High attention to detail
- Strong safety-first mindset
- Willingness to learn new tasks
- Undertake further training
- Strong problem-solving attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Underground navigation
- Mining operations
- Quick learner
- Mine safety protocols
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Hazard recognition
- Strong work ethic
- Underground navigation
- Mining operations
- Quick learner
- Mine safety protocols
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Hazard recognition
Qualifications And Certifications
- Mines Rescue Underground Induction
- Self-Contained Rescuer Training
- Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus Training
- Mastermyne Supervisory & Communication Program
- Mastermyne Effective Leadership Program
- Nomination for HSEC Recognition
- Level 1, 2, and 3 Supervisor Accreditation
Timeline
Miner Driver
Nexus Mining
07.2024 - Current
Miner Driver
Greenland Mining
01.2021 - 01.2024
Miner Driver / Supervisor
Nexus
11.2017 - 01.2021
Operator
Mastermyne
06.2016 - 01.2017
Operator
Delta SBD
08.2015 - 06.2016
Operator
Mastermyne
01.2012 - 08.2015
Operator
WDS Mining
01.2011 - 01.2012
Refractory Leading Hand / Supervisor
Andreco Hurll
01.2003 - 01.2011
TAFE Accredited Bricklaying Trade Course - Stage 1, 2, and 3
TAFE Certificate III -
Building and Construction OH&S
NSW School Certificate -
Kanahooka High School
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