Graeme Kidd
Margaret River,Australia
Summary
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
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RC Driller
Jarahfire Drilling
01.2025 - Current
- Operated drilling rigs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drilling equipment to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize drilling techniques and improve overall productivity.
- Monitored drill performance metrics, identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions.
- Trained new personnel on equipment operation, safety standards, and best practices in drilling operations.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
- Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation and concise shift reports, ensuring smooth continuation of operations without unnecessary delays.
RC Driller
SRG Global
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Operation of Epiroc D65's for Grade Control. (Gold)
- Operation of Sandvik DP1500i in Blast hole operations
- Understanding and implement the terms of the terms of the drilling program.
- Liase with the Client, Geology Team, Crew and Supervisor/ Management.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning and Maintenance of the drill rig and ancillary equipment.
- Driving light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site-specific rules.
RC Driller 2
Rock on Ground
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Operation of Epiroc D65's and Atlas Copco L8's for Grade Control. (Gold/ Lithium)
- Operation of Sandvik DP1500i for Blast hole operations
- Understanding and implement the terms of the terms of the drilling program.
- Liase with the Client, Geology Team, Crew and Supervisor/ Management.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning and Maintenance of the drill rig and ancillary equipment.
- Driving light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site-specific rules.
RC Driller
Hagstrom Drilling
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Manage single rig operation.
- Understanding of the terms of the drilling program and liaising with Supervisors to ensure successful completion.
- Collaboration with crew, supervisory team and Client contact.
- Sample Presentation.
- Rod Handling.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning of the drill rig and ancillary equipment.
- Equipment Maintenance.
- Driving light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site specific rules.
Trainee Driller
McKay Drilling
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Operate Schramm T685's for Exploration and Grade control. (Iron Ore/ Diamonds)
- Operating and Maintaining equipment in remote locations.
- Liasing with crew, supervisory team and Client contact.
- Managing crew and Stock control of parts and consumables.
- Rod Handling.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning of the drill rig and ancillary equipment.
- Operating light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site specific rules.
Trainee Driller
Top Drill
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Operate Schramm T685's for Exploration. (Gold)
- Understanding of the terms of the drilling program and liaising with Supervisors and Maintenance Team to ensure successful completion.
- Work and Maintain equipment in remote locations.
- Liase with the Client, Geology Team and Crew.
- Rod Handling.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning of the drill rig and ancillary equipment Driving light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site specific rules.
Drillers Offsider
McKay Drilling
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Manage single rig operation.
- Understanding of the terms of the drilling program and liaising with Supervisors to ensure successful completion.
- Collaboration with crew, supervisory team and Client contact.
- Sample Presentation.
- Rod Handling.
- Maintain a clean safe work site.
- Cleaning of the drill rig and ancillary equipment.
- Equipment Maintenance.
- Driving light and heavy vehicles.
- Personal compliance with company WHS regulations and site specific rules.
Education
HND A - Health Fitness & Exercise
Stevenson College
HNC A - Health Fitness & Exercise
Stevenson College
01.2009
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Craigmount High School
01.1997
Skills
- Safety trained
- Safety compliance
- Emergency procedures
- Equipment maintenance and operation
- Team supervision
- Drill floor safety
- Air drilling techniques
- Drill rig inspection
- Crew leadership
Certification
- Cert III in Drilling Operations
- HR-B Licence
- C Class Manual Licence
- Appointed persons (Section 44)
- Operate and maintain a 4WD
- Experience with Epiroc D65's, Atlas Copco L8's and Schramm T685's in Exploration and Grade Control
- Experience operating Sandvik DP1500i, D65 and L8 in Blast hole drilling
- Provide First Aid, provide basic emergency life support and provide CPR
- Work Safely at Heights
- Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment
- White Card
- Former Senior Aircraftsman in the RAF Regiment (UK)
- HND A in Health Fitness & Exercise (Stevenson College, Edinburgh)
Timeline
RC Driller
Jarahfire Drilling
01.2025 - Current
RC Driller
SRG Global
01.2024 - 01.2025
RC Driller 2
Rock on Ground
04.2023 - 01.2024
RC Driller
Hagstrom Drilling
02.2023 - 04.2023
Trainee Driller
McKay Drilling
06.2021 - 02.2023
Trainee Driller
Top Drill
03.2021 - 06.2021
Drillers Offsider
McKay Drilling
06.2019 - 03.2021
HNC A - Health Fitness & Exercise
Stevenson College
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Craigmount High School
HND A - Health Fitness & Exercise
Stevenson College