Kerri-Anne Smit
Moranbah,QLD
Summary
Mining professional with over 17 years’ experience in the underground coal mining industry in positions ranging from Associate Geologist to Acting Technical Services Manager. I pride myself on being a detail focused, process driven individual, passionate about leading and developing a successful team to drive safety, production, and cost outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Services Superintendent
Fitzroy Mining Operations
02.2022 - Current
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organisation.
- Evaluated contractor performance regularly, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and maintaining accountability throughout the lifecycle of each project.
- Developed and maintained productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organisation, introducing new methodologies to increase productivity and reduce overall project costs.
- Managed budget allocations efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources for and on time delivery.
- Assist in recruiting and hiring new team members
- Investigat and report on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Negotiat contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and stronger relationships with suppliers.
- Coordination of technical mining activities by prioritising resources, equipment, and people
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective action.
- Produce and oversea the implementation of short and medium term mining schedules and plans
- Oversea project activities carried out within the department ensuring safety, schedule and cost targets are met
- Develop and manage both Capital and Operational budget including reforecasts and monthly cost reviews
- Complete system reviews including their development, refinement, and implementation
- Review and completion of technical reports in all disciplines across the department
- Manage and update the sites geological model
- Participate in regular client and internal meetings to address ongoing technical methodologies and strategies
- Ensure regular engagement and work collaboratively with site technical services personnel and provide mentoring in technical development
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines and company standards
- Ensure that appropriate risk mitigation strategies are identified and make recommendations
Mine Geologist
Fitzroy Mining Operations
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Evaluated potential acquisitions or joint venture opportunities, performing due diligence on prospective mineral properties to guide corporate decisions.
- Safeguarded quality data collection by maintaining proper calibration of analytical equipment for consistent results.
- Completed QA/QC on geoloigical data.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives, applying innovative solutions to optimise geological workflows and enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Development and management of the 3D geological Model across both Ironbark and Carborough Downs.
- Enhanced geological data accuracy by conducting detailed mapping and sampling of mine sites.
- Streamlined database management, organising critical geological information for easy access by project stakeholders.
- Supported effective decision-making by providing regular technical reports on exploration and production activities and results to management.
- Optimised drill targeting through thorough interpretation of geological, geochemical, and geophysical data.
- Improved mine planning efficiency with timely provision of accurate geological information to engineering teams.
- Maximized drilling efficiency with strategic borehole placements based on comprehensive analysis of geologic formations.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless integration of geology into overall mine operations.
- Promoted safe work practices, participating in safety meetings and adhering to company policies and procedures at all times.
- Developed and implemented real-time data interpretation and communication strategies for field investigations.
- Compiled data, prepared reports, completed geological modelling and created maps with Maptek Vulcan and AutoCad.
Mining Associate - Geology
Anglo American Metallurgical Coal
01.2010 - 01.2015
- 6 months on crew in Development to obtain complete understanding of system and processes involved in a production panel.
- 3 months on crew on the Longwall to obtain knowledge of the equipment and to monitor effects of geological issues and their impact on production and equipment.
- Providing geology services to the mine and advising management and operational staff on geological issues.
- Maintaining an updated detailed model of the mine.
- Preparing and updating geological plans for the mine.
- Designing and communicating to crews relevant Grade Plans for geological structures and approaching Longwall Take off Face.
- Participate in Permit to Mine process.
- Ensuring that all exploration related approvals for the mine are in place.
- Ensuring that routine reporting requirements are undertaken to appropriate standard.
- Mapping underground geological features and updating relevant plans.
- Routine monitoring in underground workings for horizon control and resource recovery.
- Managing works to budgeted time and cost.
- Communicating geological and coal quality issues on a regular basis to both management and the workforce.
- Working effectively as a team member with the various departments across the mine.
- Daily update of geological mapping plans after both Development and Longwall inspections have been carried out.
- Ensure that all relevant government and corporate approvals are in place in a timely manner.
- Compile all mine site, corporate and external reporting requirements to a high standard in a timely manner.
- Communicating geological and coal quality issues to the workforce on a regular basis.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Underground Coal Mine Strata Control
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW01.2022
Associate Degree - Mine Engineering (GeoScience)
University of Central Queensland
Rockhampton, QLD01.2013
Skills
- Project Coordination and management
- Financial cost control and planning
- Strategic Planning and plan optimisation
- Project Management
- Site Safety Management
- Performance Improvements
- Contract Management
- Technical reviews including recommendations
- Relationship building and management of a large teams to ensure safety and production targets are achieved
- Proficient/Advanced in several software packages including AutoCad, Vulcan, AcQuire, TaskManager, Log Check 1 Point, SMA, LVA, CMRR, ALTS
Timeline
Technical Services Superintendent
Fitzroy Mining Operations
02.2022 - Current
Mine Geologist
Fitzroy Mining Operations
01.2018 - 01.2022
Mining Associate - Geology
Anglo American Metallurgical Coal
01.2010 - 01.2015
Graduate Diploma - Underground Coal Mine Strata Control
University of New South Wales
Associate Degree - Mine Engineering (GeoScience)
University of Central Queensland
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