Jason Rootes
Gunnedah
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven miner with extensive experience at Whitehaven Coal, excelling in mining operations and safety protocols. Proven ability to lead teams, train new employees, and maintain a strong safety record. Skilled in operating heavy machinery and effective communication, consistently achieving production targets while ensuring a safe work environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Miner
Whitehaven Coal
10.2010 - 01.2024
- Participating in day to day operations within main gate panal
- Leading the face operations crew, operating cm1212/1230's
- Ensuring the panal standards are adhered to and maintained
- Training and leading new employees
- Continuing my training by completing a NSW deputies certificate
- Participated in emergency response drills to be prepared for any potential incidents or accidents onsite.
- Consistently met production targets by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Maintained excellent communication within the team to ensure smooth coordination of activities across various sections of the mine site.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying issues before they escalated into larger problems while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with team members on complex projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality results.
- Adhered to company policies and regulations, maintaining a strong safety record throughout the course of employment.
- Operated heavy machinery with precision, minimizing risks and maximizing output in challenging conditions.
Miner
Bolt up Mining
02.2008 - 09.2010
- Ran machines safely in fast-paced environments deep underground.
- Checked machinery for safety, protecting personnel, and equipment from harm.
- Operated heavy machinery with precision, minimizing risks and maximizing output in challenging conditions.
- installation of secondary support using all hand bolters
- Participated in Longwall change outs from bolt up to startup
- Supplementary labour in cut/flit panel
Education
High School Diploma -
St Mary's College
Gunnedah, NSWSkills
- Quick learner
- Mining operations
- Drilling operations
- Mine safety protocols
- OSHA requirements
- Ventilation management
- Roof bolting
- Underground coal mining
- Strong verbal communication
- Hardworking
- Belt maintenance
- Extremely organized
Timeline
Miner
Whitehaven Coal
10.2010 - 01.2024
Miner
Bolt up Mining
02.2008 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
St Mary's College
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