KYLE O'CONNOR
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Experienced Shot Firer with a diverse background in haul truck driving, service crew, construction crew, nippering, and bogger operation. Possesses strong knowledge in data infrastructure, metal fabrication, and mechanics. Skilled in enhancing safety and operational efficiency within mining environments. Proven track record of optimizing ore extraction through precise blasting, significantly reducing incident rates. Committed to utilizing organizational and leadership skills to drive productivity and compliance in challenging underground settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shot Firer
Aeris Resources Tritton Copper Mine
Hermidale, NSW
02.2022 - Current
- Progressed through multiple roles within the company, including Haul Truck Driver, Nipper, Service Crew, Con Crew, and Charge Up, ultimately being promoted to Shotfirer.
- Hands-on experience with Sandvik and Caterpillar underground haul trucks.
- Extensive service crew experience, with additional exposure to construction and paste crew operations.
- Proficient in bogging, with experience in heading clean-ups and roadworks.
- Contributed to risk management processes by conducting thorough assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing valuable input during post-blast analysis meetings, identifying areas for potential optimization or innovation within the process flowchart.
- Contributed to effective teamwork by collaborating closely with supervisors and colleagues in planning and executing blasts safely and efficiently.
- Reduced environmental impact by selecting appropriate explosives and initiating devices, ensuring minimal disturbance to surrounding areas.
- Prevented accidents or misfires through diligent inspection of connections, circuits, and firing systems before each blast operation.
- Enhanced accuracy in blasting outcomes through careful measurement and recording of borehole depths before loading explosives.
- Enhanced safety measures for the team by implementing strict adherence to regulations and guidelines during blasting operations.
- Execute precise blasting operations to ensure optimal ore extraction and safety compliance.
- Coordinate with team to minimize downtime and enhance productivity in mining activities.
- Conduct thorough inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards, ensuring workplace safety.
- Analyze blast performance data to optimize future operations and improve efficiency.
- Maintain detailed records of blasting activities and outcomes for regulatory compliance and process improvement.
- Optimized blast patterns, increasing ore yield by refining operation strategies.
- Maintained 100% accuracy in safety documentation, surpassing compliance standards.
- Fostered strong team collaboration to boost overall productivity and safety.
- Ensured compliance with latest mining regulations through meticulous record-keeping.
- Upgraded safety protocols which decreased incident rates.
- Increased productivity by maintaining an organized inventory of explosives and equipment, reducing downtime between blasts.
- Maintained a safe working environment by consistently adhering to company safety protocols while handling hazardous materials during transport, storage, and use.
Data Technician
Syndeticom
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Read, deciphered, and carefully followed written and drawn plans regarding daily duties and assignments
- Laid out cabling plans and ran cabling through buildings to desired locations
- Worked in roof spaces and under buildings for extended periods to install cable upgrades
- Delivered products and services to customers in regional locations as part of ongoing FIFO/DIDO major projects
- Installed outlets, drops, converts, modems, and digital terminals
- Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings and medical facilities
- Responsible for leading safety procedures on and off sites to ensure work was carried out within OH&S safety standards
- Lead and followed safe work methods across all daily tasks and within projects to ensure zero incidents were recorded and safety compliance was met
- Read and interpreted technical documentation to accurately configure equipment
- Utilised industry software to compile data gathered from various sources
- Worked closely with team members to delivery project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines
- Repaired equipment to support continual service
- Managed service records and reports, completing paperwork regarding work order status and customer satisfaction to maintain performance effectiveness
- Performed troubleshooting by inspecting equipment and measuring signals to identify issues
- Answered normal and after-hours service calls
- Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines
- Handled all delegated tasks, including major project management
- Recognised by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Trailer Assembler
Skamper Kamper
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Assembled building material components, including kitchens, gas systems, hot water, fully assembled suspension, and axle assembly
- Positioned materials and clamped, spliced, and fitted parts using hand and power tools
- MIG welded chassis and other components
- Performed various fabrication duties as required
- Fitted and tested both 12V and 240V electrical systems
- Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and applied corrections and modifications
- Maintained safety conscious in when operating tools and completing tasks within the warehouse and promoted a safety focused work ethic with colleagues and team members.
Education
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Underground Shotfiring
05.2024
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Certificate III in Emergency Response & Rescue
12.2023
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QLD Mining Induction (Standard 11)
03.2021
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Senior First Aid
02.2024
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Haul Truck Ticket
03.2021
Skills
Blast Design Expertise
Rock Fragmentation Control
Detonation Timing
Blast Pattern Optimization
Shot Hole Loading
Drilling Techniques
Welding
Metal Fabrication
Hazard Identification
First Aid Training
References
Chris Schulz
Shift Boss
Northparkes Operations
Phone: 0428 610 085
Professional Relationship: Supervisor
Tom Marsden
Mine Foreman
Triton Operations
Phone: 0428 028 029
Professional Relationship: Foreman/Supervisor
Timeline
Shot Firer
Aeris Resources Tritton Copper Mine
02.2022 - Current
Data Technician
Syndeticom
02.2019 - 02.2022
Trailer Assembler
Skamper Kamper
11.2017 - 02.2019
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Underground Shotfiring
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Certificate III in Emergency Response & Rescue
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QLD Mining Induction (Standard 11)
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Senior First Aid
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Haul Truck Ticket