Hasidu Gohunuwatta
Boggabri,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Graduate Mining Engineer with hands-on experience in mining operations, currently employed and seeking to expand expertise in mining engineering. Gaining skills in mine planning, drill and blast operations, safety compliance, and data analysis. Proficient in using mining software for design and optimization, with a strong focus on safety, environmental sustainability, and operational efficiency. Collaborative team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, committed to contributing to successful and efficient mining operations. Eager to leverage technical knowledge and practical experience to take on new challenges and further develop in the mining industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Mining Engineer
Whitehaven Coal Limited / Maules creek Coal Pty Limited
02.2024 - Current
- Assist in designing drilling patterns and blasting layouts for efficient rock fragmentation, considering factors like geology, and mine production targets.
- Use specialized software to model and plan blasting operations (e.g., VULCAN , BlastLogic ,ShotTrack).
- Gain exposure to drilling equipment, explosives, and blast initiation systems.
- Operations experience as bench hand for the blast crew.
- Assist with managing and maintaining an inventory of explosives and other blasting materials.
- Support the scheduling of blasting operations in coordination with other mine departments to minimize disruptions and optimize production flow.
- Ensure that blast designs comply with safety standards and environmental regulations.
- Assist with the design of mining operations, including short-term and Mid-term mine plans.
- Ensure that designs adhere to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Work with senior engineers to optimize mining techniques for efficient coal extraction.
- Monitor daily mining activities, ensuring production targets are met and safety standards are maintained.
- Assist in troubleshooting operational issues and optimizing processes to enhance production efficiency.
- Participate in hazard identification and risk management initiatives.
- Participate in training programs and on-the-job learning experiences to build knowledge of mining operations, regulations, and technologies.
- Engage with senior engineers and supervisors for mentorship and skill development.
Junior Civil Engineering DraftPerson
Light Rail Consultants Pty Ltd
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Assist in the research, design, operation and maintenance of civil engineering construction projects
- Preparing detailed drawings and plans for civil engineering work in support of engineering professionals
- Drafting underground service assets according to MOCS & communicate with assets owners directly as well as communicate designs to construction or production teams
- Involved in designing and drafting within infrastructure projects
- Skilled in Microstation PowerDraft & AutoCAD
- Consistently recognised for working with multiple teams and the ability to work independently as and when required.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & Infrastructure) (Hons) -
RMIT University
Melbourne, Victoria01.2023
Diploma in Engineering -
Monash College Australia
Melbourne, Victoria01.2020
RMIT University
Melbourne, Victoria01.2022
RMIT University
Melbourne, Victoria01.2022
RMIT University
Melbourne, Victoria01.2020
Skills
- Surface mining
- Environmental management
- Cost Estimation
- Health and safety compliance
- Environmental Compliance
- Technical report writing
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Information Analysis
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
Certification
- AutoCAD for Transport Engineering, RMIT University - 2022
- Introduction to VULCAN, Maptek - 2024
- GradIEAust, Engineers Australia - Present
Coreskills - Technicalskills
- CAD Software/ 3D Modelling AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Bentley Microstation
- Mining Softwares VULCAN, BlastLogic, SPRY
- Programming/ Automation/ Data Mining Python, HTML, MATLAB
- Project Management Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Office Suite Microsoft Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint
Professional Development
- AutoCAD for Transport Engineering, 2022, RMIT Australia
- Introduction to VULCAN, 2024, Maptek
- Designing the Future of Work, 2023, UNSW
References
References can be furnished on request.
Timeline
Graduate Mining Engineer
Whitehaven Coal Limited / Maules creek Coal Pty Limited
02.2024 - Current
Junior Civil Engineering DraftPerson
Light Rail Consultants Pty Ltd
04.2023 - 02.2024
- AutoCAD for Transport Engineering, RMIT University - 2022
- Introduction to VULCAN, Maptek - 2024
- GradIEAust, Engineers Australia - Present
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil & Infrastructure) (Hons) -
RMIT University
Diploma in Engineering -
Monash College Australia
RMIT University
RMIT University
RMIT University
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