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Ken Cobcroft

Eglinton,NSW

Summary

Worked in mining industry from underground to processing plant for thirteen years operating numerous types of machines .

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

MACHINE OPERATOR

Protech
Bathurst, NSW
01.2022 - Current
  • RII CERT For Operation of haul trucks (Cat 745 &740B; 777; 793), water trucks (CAT 773G-773F; 777F), loaders (CAT Wheel 988K; 992G-992K; 994K.
  • Komatsu-WA 1200-Wheel) in an open pit mine on 12-hour shifts rotating between day and night shift
  • Follow established traffic patterns avoiding road hazards
  • Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports
  • Report all unsafe mechanical conditions
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment
  • Assist in general mine labour and other duties as required
  • Select, fit and remove attachments such as buckets, winches and loading scoops
  • Monitor operation of plant and adjust controls to regulate pressure, speed and flow of operation, and ensure safety of other workers
  • Work from drawings, markers and verbal instructions
  • Service, lubricate, clean and refuel plant and perform minor adjustments and repairs
  • Performing daily vehicle checks
  • Verifying material weight.

ORE PROCESSOR

North Parkes Mines
03.2017 - 01.2022
  • On occasions, undertaking the duties of a control room operator making sure the plant itself runs to maximum capacity whilst protecting it from any damage responding to emergency calls email and telephone enquiries
  • The use of DCS for isolations and other plant equipment to make sure they are correctly documented so when implemented they meet North Parke Mines standards
  • Assist in isolations during shutdowns
  • Work independently and safely to assist the oil processing department in meeting their production targets
  • Operate and maintain surface belts of the Ore Processing Department
  • Operate heavy machinery to assist with clean-up operations.

UNDERGROUND MINER

North Parkes Mines
09.2010 - 03.2017
  • Operating LHD's
  • Operating production drills
  • Oversize rock blasting
  • Conveyor belt
  • Automation operations.

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Good Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Machinery Operation
  • Forklift
  • Backhoe
  • Rock-breaker
  • Integrated tool carrier
  • Gantry and crane operations

Key Skills And Attributes

  • Experienced and RII CERT for the operation of heavy machinery, including: Trucks - CAT: 745 &740B; 777; 793; Water Trucks - CAT: 773G-773F; 777F; Loaders: CAT Wheel 988K; 992G-992K; 994K; Komatsu-WA 1200-Wheel
  • Experience in an open pit mining environment
  • Experienced in trouble-shooting
  • Knowledge of production procedures
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Physical stamina and strength
  • Ability to handle heavy equipment
  • Ability to multitask
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Committed to safe working practices
  • Demonstrate strong work ethics
  • Ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to stay alert and pay attention to detail during all hours and weather conditions whilst on shift
  • Always enthusiastic and eager to learn new skills
  • Proven willingness to take on any task to support team success
  • Computer literate

Competences Licenses

  • Truck Operator
  • Water Truck Operator
  • Loaders
  • Heavy Rigid
  • Fork Lift
  • Dogging
  • High Risk Work Ticket
  • Production Blasting Buell
  • MineSense for Miners (MS4M) - Optimisation Technology Suite
  • Smooth Drum Roller
  • Pad-foot Roller
  • Automated Underground loaders
  • Health & Safety Representative

Resume Title

Ken Cobcroft Resume

References

  • Bryton Cunningham, Civil Supervisor, Newcrest Mining, 0474 694 433
  • Scott Mackenzie, Ore Process Technician/2IC, North Parkes Mines, 0412 219 224
  • Brad Davies, Underground Technician, North Parkes Mines, 0420 934 725
  • Scott Drinkwater, Tails Dam supervisor : Underground Production Supervisor : Control Room Supervisor ,0428 855 524

Timeline

MACHINE OPERATOR

Protech
01.2022 - Current

ORE PROCESSOR

North Parkes Mines
03.2017 - 01.2022

UNDERGROUND MINER

North Parkes Mines
09.2010 - 03.2017

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