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Cesar Segovia

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dedicated lithium pool supervisor with a strong focus on safety compliance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams and implement effective safety training programs.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lithium pool supervisor

SQM SALAR
Salar de Atacama, Antofagasta , Chile
03.2015 - 09.2021
  • Supervised operations in lithium brine pools to ensure availability of necessary
    machinery for operational continuity
    Led the team and made decisions regarding daily work assignments
    Ensured compliance with safety activities in the area, adhering to regulations
    and mitigating risks
    Coordinated safety training and provided necessary training for operations
    Managed the transfer of materials from brine pools to the Li2CO3 plant,
    conducting preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain equipment in
    optimal conditions
    Delivered supplies to the Li2CO3 plant as per established conditions
    Coordinated machinery availability and timing for each operation
    Oversaw preventive maintenance of equipment to maximize availability during
    operations
    Participated in proposing improvements to address process deviations.

Lithium pool foreman

SQM SALAR
Salar de atacama , Antofagasta , Chile
09.2012 - 03.2015
  • I served as a lithium pond foreman at SQM Salar. My job focused on managing and supervising personnel and operations at the brine evaporation ponds, ensuring compliance with work schedules and safety instructions, and ensuring that staff performed their daily tasks and responsibilities. It was also essential to have the technical knowledge and leadership skills to coordinate the team and ensure the safety and efficiency of the lithium extraction process.
    Key Responsibilities:
    Operations Supervision:
    Ensure that the personnel under your supervision comply with daily activities and established schedules.
    Personnel Management:
    Distribute work among the team, provide clear instructions, and monitor the performance of each member.
    Safety and Compliance:
    Implement and ensure compliance with safety instructions, protocols, and field control measures.
    Task Coordination:
    Authorize maintenance tasks and ensure operational testing of equipment before its return to operation.
    Reports:
    Verify that staff reports, such as Work Orders (WO), are completed correctly and on time.

Leading lithium pool operator

SQM SALAR
Salar de Atacama , Antofagasta , Chile
08.2010 - 09.2012
  • I served as Lead Lithium Pond Operator at SQM Salar. This role involved supervision and execution in the field, responsible for executing scheduled activities in the lithium extraction process from the Salar de Atacama, ensuring compliance with the company's established safety, quality, and environmental procedures. My daily duties included monitoring and operating equipment in the ponds, gathering information, and coordinating tasks with the team.
    Main Responsibilities
    Execution of Operational Activities:
    I carried out the defined daily tasks for the extraction and initial processing of lithium in the ponds, following established schedules.
    Equipment Monitoring:
    I oversaw the operation of the leaching equipment and other systems used in the pond process.
    Safety and Quality:
    I ensured that all activities were carried out in accordance with quality and safety procedures and current regulations.
    Team Coordination:
    Work in the field, coordinating and executing the team's activity program.
    Information Gathering:
    Obtain relevant data on production and process results to deliver to management.
    Equipment Maintenance:
    Participate in the maintenance of equipment in the well area, including replacement of parts.

Lithium pool operator

SQM SALAR
Salar de atacama , Antofagasta, Chile
08.2007 - 08.2010
  • I worked as a Lithium Pool Operator at SQM Salar in the Salar de Atacama, responsible for carrying out daily operational activities in the evaporation pools, where lithium-rich brine is concentrated using solar energy. My duties include monitoring the process, operating pumping systems, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality procedures to optimize lithium concentration.
    Main Responsibilities:
    Perform operational activities:
    Perform daily tasks required for the operation of the pools, following established company procedures.
    Monitor brine concentration:
    Supervise solar evaporation and the brine concentration process to ensure product quality.
    Operate pumping systems:
    Control the movement of brine between the different pools through the channel and pump system.
    Perform maintenance:
    Perform basic maintenance tasks on the pool equipment, such as cleaning and servicing components.
    Ensure safety and quality:
    Comply with established safety and quality protocols and standards for all field operations.
    Record information:
    Collect data and provide information on the quantities of brine processed and other relevant operating parameters.

Education

ILSC English Collegue
Melbourne, VIC
02-2024

Higher-Level Technician in Mining Operations

Universidad Arturo Prat
Antofagasta, Chile
09-2021

Skills

  • Equipment monitoring
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Process knowledge

Certification

Driver license

Languages

English
Limited
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Lithium pool supervisor

SQM SALAR
03.2015 - 09.2021

Lithium pool foreman

SQM SALAR
09.2012 - 03.2015

Leading lithium pool operator

SQM SALAR
08.2010 - 09.2012

Lithium pool operator

SQM SALAR
08.2007 - 08.2010

ILSC English Collegue

Higher-Level Technician in Mining Operations

Universidad Arturo Prat

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