Daniel Bruce
Dubbo,Australia
Summary
Results-driven Supervisor with over 10+ years of experience in the mining industry, specializing in leading maintenance teams to optimise equipment availability. Expertise in mechanical trades and mine operations fosters a culture of operational excellence. Proven ability to manage staff effectively and create efficient maintenance schedules that consistently meet or exceed machine availability targets while prioritising safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director /Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Total Diesel Repairs
07.2023 - Current
- Running maintenance workshop and managing fleet of trucks, dozer and diggers
- Planning work, services
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Tomingley Gold mine
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Managing Workshop, daily reports, breakdown parts, setting up crew for jobs/task, Pronto
- Working with mining team to keep available of loader, trucks and drills
- Established a system for tracking labor costs associated with each job completed by the team.
- Provided technical support to operations staff as needed to resolve complex problems with equipment or processes.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Conducted regular inspections of all equipment in the facility to identify any potential problems before they became serious issues.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Glencore CSA Mine
Cobar, NSW
01.2009 - 01.2020
- Managing Workshop, daily reports, timesheets, handling and processing Pre starts, recording Take 5, Pronto, machine availability targets
- Urgent breakdown parts
- Established a system for tracking labor costs associated with each job completed by the team.
- Provided technical support to operations staff as needed to resolve complex problems with equipment or processes.
- Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all production machinery.
- Implemented new technologies that improved overall operational efficiencies within the department.
- Conducted regular inspections of all equipment in the facility to identify any potential problems before they became serious issues.
- Coordinated with vendors and contractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored and evaluated the performance of personnel in the maintenance department, providing guidance and coaching when necessary.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Prepared budgets for upcoming projects based on estimated labor costs and materials needed.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
- Analyzed current procedures used by technicians during repairs and installations, making recommendations for improvements where applicable.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
- Minimized severity or frequency of accidents of contractors and maintenance personnel using risk identification process.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
Breakdown and Service Fitter
Cavpower
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Breakdown repairs, servicing, reporting to maintenance supervisor
- Repaired and replaced defective parts to restore machinery to working order.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed on each piece of equipment.
- Aligned machines properly for efficient operation.
- Adjusted functional parts of mechanical devices as needed.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Analyzed data from test runs to identify areas for improvement.
- Provided technical support to colleagues when required.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected machines and identified any potential issues or malfunctions.
Apprentice Heavy Vehicle
Swanes Truck Centre
Dubbo, Australia
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Finished apprenticeship, truck repairs engine rebuilds 24HR breakdown mechanic
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Embraced ongoing education and learning opportunities to develop new skills.
- Transported items and tools from truck to work locations.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in work areas.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents.
- Supported project planning and execution under supervision.
Education
TAE40110 - Cert IV in Training And Assessment
Management Consultancy International
Sydney, NSW07-2023
Certificate of Competence - Underground mine Supervisor
NSW Government
01.2017
Automotive (Heavy Mechanical) Certificate 3 - Road Transport
01.2008
Skills
- Mechanical trade
- Supervisor
- Mine experience
- Leadership
- Staff management
- Team supervision
- Performance monitoring
- Contractor coordination
- Work assignment delegation
- Resource allocation
- Maintenance scheduling
- Equipment maintenance
Hobbies and Interests
- Family
- V8 supercars
- NRL
References
- Geoff Potter, 0417 769 661, AIC – Eloise Mine Maintenance manager
- Beau Ings, 0414 443 525, Glencore CSA Mine
Timeline
Director /Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
Total Diesel Repairs
07.2023 - Current
Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Tomingley Gold mine
12.2020 - 06.2023
Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Glencore CSA Mine
01.2009 - 01.2020
Breakdown and Service Fitter
Cavpower
01.2008 - 01.2009
Apprentice Heavy Vehicle
Swanes Truck Centre
01.2005 - 01.2008
TAE40110 - Cert IV in Training And Assessment
Management Consultancy International
Certificate of Competence - Underground mine Supervisor
NSW Government
Automotive (Heavy Mechanical) Certificate 3 - Road Transport
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