Craig Harris
George Town,TAS
Summary
24yrs in the mining industry various skillsets obtain through-out this time from production through to process Smelting Operations ,Process supervisor roles transition into Mobile equipment operator Currently operating D65 drill rigs and also MD 6250 platform rigs within drill and blast crew, I have operated at McArthur river mine Darwin on cat 789 c/d models currently at mineral resources 777/785/793 cats Komatsu 1500 830-e
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Drill and Blast Operator
Mineral Resources
09.2020 - 01.2025
- Executed drilling and blasting operations to produce accurately placed holes in rock formations
- 5 years
- Operated mining equipment following Mineral Resources safety procedures.
- Completed pre-start inspections on plant and mobile machinery.
- Monitored production areas and reported equipment faults promptly.
D65 driller/MD6250 platform
Mineral Resources
05.2020 - 01.2025
- Operated drilling equipment at BHP Area C to support efficient mining operations
- Executed drill and blast operations safely, ensuring compliance with safety protocols
- Gained five years of hands-on experience in mining, contributing to team knowledge and operations
Experienced Dump Truck Operator-777/785/789/793and komatsu 830e-1500
Mrl mount Marion
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Completed a total of 2 years and 3 months of service in the industry.
- Operated dump trucks safely on Mount Marion haul roads, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Completed pre-start inspections, identifying and reporting mechanical faults to minimize downtime.
- Hauled ore and waste materials efficiently between pit, stockpiles, and processing areas, supporting continuous operations.
Dump Truck Operator/789
McArthur
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated FIFO inventory system to ensure timely access to materials
- Served as dump truck operator for 1 year 8 months
- Inspected dump truck equipment before each shift.
- Conducted thorough inspections of dump truck equipment prior to each shift to ensure safety and reliability.
- Maintained position for 1 year 8 months
Mobile Plant Operator
Liberty
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Developed for approval and implemented a weekly production schedule by resourcing shift rosters to meet production schedules and reported on the production schedule to the Business Coordinator.
- Monitored weekly production schedules to identify gaps and recommended adjustments using the RPM system.
- Communicating daily production plans to the crew, operations services, and metallurgists.
- Recommended improvements to Production Business Plan, focusing on budget considerations, furnace processes, and asset management.
- Gained experience over two years and one month in production management.
Dump Truck Operator
Mineral Resources
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated dump truck across McArthur site haul roads and loading areas.
- Completed one year and six months as dump truck operator.
- Inspected truck controls, tires, lights, and fluid levels before shifts.
- Conducted inspections of truck controls, tires, lights, and fluid levels to ensure operational safety.
- Loaded and transported materials while adhering to site safety and traffic regulations.
Dump Truck Operator
McArthur
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed FIFO inventory system for optimal stock rotation and availability.
- Monitored load levels to maintain safe truck operation.
- Completed pre-operational inspections on dump truck systems and controls.
- Monitored load levels to ensure safe operation and compliance with safety standards.
mobile equipment Supervisor
Liberty GFG
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Facilitated toolbox meetings to enhance safety communication and team engagement.
- Executed safe act observations and area inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted weekly RPM meetings to discuss project progress and alignment.
- Oversaw the furnace process to maintain operational efficiency and safety.
- Addressed out-of-specification alloy issues to maintain product quality and compliance.
- Monitored furnace operations to identify and address abnormalities promptly.
- Provided technical support to metallurgist for material analysis and issue resolution.
- Implement methods for continuous process improvement.
- Facilitated and participated in team meetings to enhance collaboration.
- Implemented continuous process improvement methods to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Achieved established goals and KPIs to drive operational success..
- Utilized working knowledge of risk register to assess and manage project risks.
- 2 years 2 months
Production Supervisor
BHP
01.2014 - 02.2020
- 6 years 2 months
- Supervised BHP production crews during shift handovers and execution of daily work plans, ensuring seamless operations.
- Enforced safety and compliance standards, fostering a culture of safety and adherence to fatigue management protocols.
- Coordinated production schedules with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
Furnace coordinator
Liberty gfg
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Recommended improvements to Production Business Plan, including budget considerations and Furnace process enhancements, to optimize production outcomes.
- Developed for approval and implemented a weekly production schedule by resourcing shift rosters to meet production schedules and reported on the production schedule to the Business Coordinator.
- Monitored weekly production schedules to identify gaps and recommended adjustments using the RPM system.
- Communicating daily production plans to the crew, operations services, and metallurgists.
- Developed for approval and implemented a weekly production schedule by resourcing shift rosters to meet production schedules and reported on the production schedule to the Business Coordinator.
- Communicating daily production plans to the crew, operations services, and metallurgists.
- Communicating daily production plans to the crew, operations services, and metallurgists.
- Accumulated 3 years and 1 month of experience in production management.
Production Operator
TEMCO
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Boiler and Turbine Operations.
- Executed equipment start-up procedures for safe and efficient operations.
- Monitored operations to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Performed controlled shutdowns to maintain safety and compliance.
- Responded to alarms and trips to maintain system integrity and prevent downtime.
- Identified and resolved equipment issues to maintain operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate documentation and recording of operational data.
- Facilitated shift handovers to ensure continuity of operations.
- Monitored quality control processes to ensure product standards.
- Participated in and facilitated meetings to discuss operational updates.
- Achieve agreed goals and KPIs.
- Worked towards meeting established goals and key performance indicators.
- Directed team efforts and collaborated with members to achieve targets.
- Managed scheduling and organization of production tasks to ensure efficiency.
- 10 years 1 month
Education
Certificate - Management
Star of the Sea College
Skills
- Computing, SAP Business One, Safety Management, Safety Awareness, Mechanical Aptitude, Loader Operation, Moxy Dump Truck, Excavation, Forklift Operation, Mechanical Maintenance, Bobcat Operation, Processing Plant Duties, Process Safety, Process Systems, Process Control, Haul Truck Driving, Team Work, Team Bonding
- Drill operations
- Blast loading
- Heavy equipment operation
- Drilling Operations
Certification
- National recognised ticket Issued by Skill set Western Australia Current Safety operate crawler drill rigs
- Rll excavator Current Operate hydraulic excavator
- Water Cart Licence Issued by my solution training RIIMPO206D-Haul Truck Water Cart Operations
- Haul Truck Ticket Issued by my solution training RIIPO3388E-Haul Truck Operations
- National Employment Police Check Issued by cv check 2022-06 - Current police clearance done an completed
- Bridge and Gantry Crane Licence Issued by RTO Expired 2023-12
- LF Forklift Licence Issued by Tasmanian Govenment Expired 2023-12
- Work Safety At Heights Ticket Issued by RTO 2019-09 - Current
- MSIC Card 2018-06 - 2026-06
- Evidence of Full Covid-19 Vaccination Plus Booster
- Cranes and Hoists High Risk Work Licence Current
- High risk confined space Current
- Pressure Equipment High Risk Work Licence
- High Risk Forklift Licence Issued by Tasmania 2009-01 - Current
Timeline
Experienced Dump Truck Operator-777/785/789/793and komatsu 830e-1500
Mrl mount Marion
09.2021 - 11.2023
Dump Truck Operator/789
McArthur
01.2021 - 08.2022
Drill and Blast Operator
Mineral Resources
09.2020 - 01.2025
Dump Truck Operator
Mineral Resources
08.2020 - 01.2022
Dump Truck Operator
McArthur
07.2020 - 09.2020
D65 driller/MD6250 platform
Mineral Resources
05.2020 - 01.2025
Mobile Plant Operator
Liberty
02.2020 - 02.2022
mobile equipment Supervisor
Liberty GFG
01.2018 - 02.2020
Furnace coordinator
Liberty gfg
01.2017 - 01.2020
Production Supervisor
BHP
01.2014 - 02.2020
Production Operator
TEMCO
01.2000 - 01.2010
Certificate - Management
Star of the Sea College