Brandon Rawlings
Perth,Australia
Summary
A highly accomplished, dedicated and disciplined individual recognized as a team player seeking to contribute and grow with a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization. I am a direct and hardworking team leader and always take time to see jobs through, ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shotfirer
SRG Global
Perth, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Recorded details such as hole depth, stem height, type, location, and quantity of explosives used in each blast.
- Conducted Primary and secondary blasting e.g Production, Trims, Flares, Oversize, Pre-split & Sumps shots.
- Loaded explosives into drill holes according to engineers specifications.
- Designed Blast tie in designs using Shotplus software.
- Transported Explosives using correct licensed explosive vehicles.
- Conducted pre and post safety checks on explosives vehicles.
- Supervised drilling operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency of blast holes.
- Communicated with supervisors about the progress of blasting operations and reported any problems or concerns immediately.
- Investigated causes of misfires or other anomalies resulting from blasting operations.
- Assisted in developing new methods for improving safety during the blasting process.
- Calculated the amount of explosives needed for each blast based on geological data and terrain characteristics.
- Ensured all personnel in blast areas were wearing appropriate safety gear.
- Tied specified lengths of Dyno Nobel Nonel surface delay fuses into patterns to time sequences of explosions.
- Provided instructions to crew members on how to safely handle explosives during loading process.
- Conducted post-blast surveys of areas surrounding blast sites to identify potential hazards.
Driller/Shotfirer
Mineral Resources Limited
Perth, WA
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed rig move and drilling operations.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
- Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of Blasting process.
- Monitored drill bit performance and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas after every job was completed.
- Consulted with engineers regarding blast design specifications for each project.
- Adhered strictly to MRL's company policies pertaining to health and safety regulations.
- Loaded explosives into drill holes according to specifications.
- Tied specified lengths of (Ikon III electronic & Orica Nonel) delay fuses into patterns to time sequences of explosions.
- Marked patterns, locations and depths of holes for drilling.
- Placed Yellow Blast delineation & signage around blast areas to alert other workers of explosively charged areas.
- Ensured all personnel in blasting area were wearing appropriate safety gear.
- Conducted Blast hole drilling operations using Epiroc systems (D65 Mark I & II drill rigs).
- Drove site specific light vehicles to transport explosives and blasting equipment to blasting sites.
- Maintained records of all blasting activities including material usage, timing, fragmentation, shot reconciliation, drill QA maps and reports.
- Acted as Safety representative for my co-workers.
Driller/Blast Crew
Ozland Drill & Blast
Perth, Australia
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Operated heavy equipment relative to reclamation and blasting operations, i.e
- Atlas Copco T45 & D65, Epiroc Pit-Viper 235 & 231, Water-cart and Stemming Loader
- Conducted routine pre-start & safety checks
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment
- Direct, assist and perform technical calculations to carry out drilling operations
- Selected and attached drill bits & rods
- Conducted positive communication in workplace to work effectively with others
- Have knowledge of and understand Ozlands health and safety policies & procedures
- Read and understand drill plans
- Assist MPU with loading of explosive material into drill holes
- Stemming of drill holes with loader
- Read and understand charge sheets & tie in plans
- Assisted with blast guard road blockages for blast exclusion zones
- Disassemble, repair and reassemble broken or blocked drill hammers
- Completed daily hazard reports & OCCC's.
Field Technician/Exploration Logistics
Sandfire Resources
Perth, Australia
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Operation and maintenance of light vehicles in remote environments
- Used geological knowledge and expertise while working out in the field to characterize sediments to determine end of hole depths
- Clearing, preparation & rehabilitation of new and old drill sites
- Helped to solve geology-related issues using mapping and assessment techniques
- Conducted heritage surveys and indigenous community relations
- General supervision of AC/RC drill rigs, including rig inspections and weekly emergency stop checks
- Pegging of new drill sites using GPS and RTK GPS operations
- Completed core orientation, meter marking, and recovery
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Ocris
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
- Operation and maintenance of water cart in remote areas
- Forklift & Telehandler operation.
Underground Drilling Offsider/ Driller
SWICK Mining services
Perth, Australia
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Fed Drill rods into drill rig
- Emptied drill rod inner tubes then cleaned, measured and orientated core samples for client
- Conducted routine maintenance on drill rig, such as lubrication and mechanical repairs
- Mix and test drilling fluids
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Operation of underground equipment such as, grout pump shakers and tramming the drill rig
- Operation and maintenance of Light vehicle underground
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time
- Conducted site setup moving drill rig and secondary equipment from site to site, this included the connection of power, water and air supply
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable underground mining standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment for myself and my crew.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mindarie Senior College
WA09-2013
Skills
- Western Australian Certificate of Education
- WA Shotfirers License
- Dangerous goods Card
- C-Class Drivers License
- HR Driver's License
- SL (Scissor Lift Operator)
- Eureka 4WD Training Cert
- Working Safely at Heights
- Senior First Aid & Remote First Aid
- Forklift License
- Telehandler license
- Confined Spaces
- License to Operate a Boom-type Work platform
Details
Perth, Australia, 0407977686, rawlings96@hotmail.com
Personal Information
Title: Driller
References
- Ritchie Ritchards, Programmed Electrical Technologies, 0406404756
- Shea Nelson, Sandfire Resources, 045808550
- Jesse Harvey, SWICK Mining Services, 0419137000
- Ben Englert, Ozland, 0409117100
- Matt Earl, Ozland, 0403860680
Timeline
Shotfirer
SRG Global
09.2023 - Current
Driller/Shotfirer
Mineral Resources Limited
10.2022 - 10.2023
Driller/Blast Crew
Ozland Drill & Blast
09.2021 - 10.2022
Field Technician/Exploration Logistics
Sandfire Resources
02.2019 - 09.2021
Underground Drilling Offsider/ Driller
SWICK Mining services
03.2017 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Mindarie Senior College
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