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Farrin Grover

Summary

To continue a career in the mining industry and apply the skills, knowledge and experience gained while continuing to improve and learn.

Professional drilling expert with proven track record in operating and maintaining drilling equipment. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable and reliable, skilled in problem-solving, safety protocols, and efficient project execution. Known for being dependable, flexible, and consistently delivering high-quality outcomes in challenging environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Blast Hole Driller

Mineral Resources
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducting daily prestart inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Productive operations of Epiroc D65 and Catapillar MD6250 Drill Rigs in accordance to company safe working procedures
  • Changing consumables on the drill Rigs
  • Identifying, reporting, and rectifying hazards in the work area
  • Consistent QA of all blast holes
  • Extra duties as required

Dumptruck Operator

Mineral Resources
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Conducting daily prestart inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating Komatsu 1500 and 785, Catapillar 785 and Hitachi 4000 Haul trucks in open pit and stock yard work areas
  • Operating Komatsu 785 Watercart in open pit and stockyard work areas (including equipment wash downs)
  • Identifying and reporting hazards in the work area, adhering to company policies and procedures
  • Health and Safety Representative
  • Extra duties as required

Dumptruck Operator

Griffin Coal
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Conducting daily prestart inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating Komatsu 830(electric) and 730(electric) Haul trucks in an open pit
  • Operating Sanvik D45KS drill rig to blast hole plan
  • Measure and mark-up of blast hole plans
  • Assisting in priming and tying-in shots for Blasting
  • Identifying and reporting hazards in the work area, complying with company policies and procedures

Driller

Ozland
07.2021 - 01.2022
  • Conducting daily prestart inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating Epiroc T45 drill rig to blast hole plan
  • Safe operation of drill on contours and in tight work areas
  • Changing consumables on the drill rig
  • Assist in servicing of the drill rig (Oil top ups and filter changes)
  • Identifying and reporting hazards in the work area, complying to company policies and procedures
  • Assisting with loading and tying-in shots for Blasting

Dumptruck Operator

FMG
07.2020 - 07.2021
  • Conducting daily pre-start inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating CAT 785, 789, 793 and 794(electric) Haul trucks to transport Ore and crushed rock
  • Operating CAT 777 and 789 Watercarts in working mining areas (pit floor, haul roads, stockyard)
  • Interacting with Autonomous Haul Trucks in working mining environments
  • Identifying and Reporting hazards in the workplace, adhering to company policies and procedures

Dumptruck Operator

Polaris
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Conducting daily pre-start inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating Komatsu 1500 Haul trucks to transport ore, crushed rock and cap rock
  • Transporting ore from crusher to stockpiles in the Stockyard
  • Operating Komatsu water cart in working mining areas (pit, haul road and stockyard)
  • Identifying and reporting hazards in the work place, adhering to company policies and procedures
  • Positive communications via two-way radio to ensure safe practices amongst light vehicles and other plant equipment

Dump Truck Operator

Thiess
11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Conducting daily pre-start inspections with appropriate documentation in adherence to company policies
  • Operating Cat 785 haul trucks with dump body to transport ore, crushed rock and cap rock
  • Operating Sandvik Th551 underground haul trucks with dump body to transport ore and crushed rock
  • Operating Volvo IT L120F
  • Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace, adhering to company policies and procedures
  • Positive communications via two-way radio to ensure safe work practices amongst other plant equipment
  • Training new starters in the truck operator role as directed
  • Nipper duties, offsiding Jumbo drill

Education

Completed Year 12 -

Beverley District High School

Skills

  • Experience in operating machinery in both underground and surface mining environments
  • Well developed work habits and organizing skills
  • Experience in hazard and risk management
  • Experience with Mi Haul and Ivolve programs
  • Ability to work in demanding and stressful situations
  • Practical ‘hands on’ approach
  • Safety trained
  • Drilling parameter optimization
  • Bit selection and optimization
  • Drill string management
  • Drill rig inspection
  • Instrumentation monitoring
  • Equipment operation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

  • RIIWHS204D Work Safely at Heights.
  • Introductory Training Course for Safety and Health Representatives.
  • Royal Life Saving Senior First Aid.
  • Approved Managers License.
  • BSB31112 Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical)

Timeline

Blast Hole Driller

Mineral Resources
01.2024 - Current

Dumptruck Operator

Mineral Resources
07.2022 - 01.2024

Dumptruck Operator

Griffin Coal
01.2022 - 07.2022

Driller

Ozland
07.2021 - 01.2022

Dumptruck Operator

FMG
07.2020 - 07.2021

Dumptruck Operator

Polaris
03.2019 - 07.2020

Dump Truck Operator

Thiess
11.2017 - 03.2019

Completed Year 12 -

Beverley District High School

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