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Craig McCallin

Perth

Summary

Proven leader and safety advocate with 17 years experience with Rio Tinto Iron Ore, excelling in risk management and people development. Achieved significant improvements in operational performance and employee retention through effective mentorship and adherence to safety standards. Skilled in access control and fostering team collaboration, consistently meeting production targets.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Pit Patroller & Step Up Supervisor

Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2020 - Current
  • Conduct daily Pre-Task Risk Assessments and ensure all tasks adhere to RTIO safety standards and procedures, fostering a strong safety culture.
  • Support the production leadership team by assisting with and executing PSIs, participating in leadership-in-the-field interactions, attending Plan of the Day and grade control meetings, and collaborating with the Central Controller throughout the shift.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot AHS faults and obstacle detection events, assess fleet performance, identify hazards, and communicate safety and production constraints (e.g., inclement weather, road conditions, dig unit moves) to supervisors and Central Control.
  • Maintain and optimise haulage routes, dumps, and critical infrastructure (e.g., crushers, fuel bays, park-up locations), ensuring proper demarcation and safe operations.
  • Assist Dig Unit Operators in improving efficiency, monitor windrow heights, conduct post-blast inspections, manage pit signage, and coordinate hot-seating plans and personnel transport.
  • Regularly step up as supervisor, overseeing crew operations, coordinating tasks, and ensuring compliance with safety and production targets.
  • Provide leadership and support to team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Conduct pre-start meetings, allocated job tasks, and monitor work progress to maintain efficiency.
  • Ensure adherence to site procedures, risk assessments, and company policies while driving continuous improvement in operational processes.
  • Assist with training and mentoring less experienced operators to enhance team capability.

Production Operator

Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2017 - 01.2020


  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to workplace safety, ensuring a secure environment for both self and team members.
  • Operated a range of heavy machinery, including haul trucks (730E, 830E, 930E), dozers (D10/D11), loaders/excavators (Komatsu 4000, Komatsu 5500, Hitachi 3600, Hitachi 5500, WA 900, WA 1200, LT 1850 LT 2350) and water carts (777).
  • Worked collaboratively within a team, maintaining flexibility to meet operational demands and business requirements.
  • Adhered to site procedures and safety regulations while performing daily pre-start checks and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Contributed to efficient production operations by ensuring machinery was operated safely and effectively.

Education

Currently Completing -

Leadership Excellence Program
Leadership Acadamy - Rio Tinto

Complete

Statutory Supervisor
RTIO WHS Risk Management Units
08-2025

Skills

  • Access control
  • Radio communication
  • Incident documentation
  • Production target management
  • Inventory coordination
  • Dispute mediation
  • Leadership development
  • Risk management
  • Employee retention
  • Onboarding and orientation
  • System development
  • Regulatory compliance

Recognition

Care - Impact

Super Dooper Communicator Award

" Craig sets the standards with keeping us informed throughout the shift with what is going on and what is coming up. e is highly organised and an excellent communicator with his colleagues and us in control. We wish we could clone him to some of our other sites."

- Operations Centre Perth


Courage - Ownership

Excellent Leadership Skills

"Taking ownership leading by example and always there to support fellow operators."

- Newstarter - Raj


Curiosity - Growth

Awesome Mentor

"Craig is the kind of leader i have always dreamed of, he recognises my drive to grow, encourages it and gives me opportunities to do so. Craig always takes the tme to explain everything i have questions about even when he is busy stepping up in roles (mine 2) with extra responsibilities."

- Operator Hopedowns 4

Timeline

Pit Patroller & Step Up Supervisor

Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2020 - Current

Production Operator

Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2017 - 01.2020

Currently Completing -

Leadership Excellence Program

Complete

Statutory Supervisor

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