Leandra Birrell
Tom Price,Australia
Summary
Process Operator with extensive experience at Rio Tinto Iron Ore, skilled in optimizing plant operations and enhancing production quality while demonstrating strong self-motivation and teamwork. Committed to safety and efficiency, actively participating in projects that reduce operating costs and improve overall performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
Tom Price, Australia
06.2021 - Current
- Demonstrate knowledge of the ore flow within the plant hour rotating shift schedule, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Maintains QA records
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work in a small team
- Comply with all Company Standard Operating Procedures
- Tagging and isolation on plant equipment (Permit Officer)
- Comply with all safety in mining procedures
- Assist with training of new starters
- Tablet Champion on my Team (assisting with work tablet, fix fault, set ups etc.)
Process Operator
Panoramic Resources
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Savannah Nickel Mine
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedure
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Density Checks 2 hours daily
- Chemical Mixes when Required
- Savannah Nickel Mine
- Monitored gauges and meters to ensure optimal operation of the plant.
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Company Overview: West Angeles, Pilbara
- Demonstrate knowledge of the ore flow within the plant hour rotating shift schedule, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Maintains QA records
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work in a small team
- Comply with all Company Standard Operating Procedures
- Tagging and isolation on plant equipment (Permit Officer)
- Comply with all safety in mining procedures
- Assist with training of new starters
- West Angeles, Pilbara
Process Operator
Hope Downs 1
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Demonstrate knowledge of the ore flow within the plant hour rotating shift schedule, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Maintains QA records
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work in a small team
- Comply with all Company Standard Operating Procedures
- Tagging and isolation on plant equipment (Permit Officer)
- Comply with all safety in mining procedures
- Assist with training of new starters
- Assist in the Lab when short of Lab ops
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Company Overview: Yandicoogina
- Demonstrate knowledge of the ore flow within the plant hour rotating shift schedule, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Maintains QA records
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work in a small team
- Comply with all Company Standard Operating Procedures
- Tagging and isolation on plant equipment (Personal Isolation Officer)
- Comply with all safety in mining procedures
- Assist with training of new starters
- Yandicoogina
Process Operator
Argyle Diamonds Limited
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Monitors and controls plant operations
- Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality
- Anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement
- Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs
- Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume
- Participation in the implementation of policies and procedures
- Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on proper operation procedures.
- Participate in plant maintenance program
- Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas
- Performs preventive maintenance activities as required
- Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs
- Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues
- Participates in safety, health and environmental programs
- Always Work in a safe manner
- Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleaning
- Reporting and eliminating hazards in the workplace
- Uphold personal and company integrity
- Demonstrate self-motivation, enthusiasm and ability to work in a small team
- Comply with all Company Standard Operating Procedures
- Tagging and isolation on plant equipment (Permit Officer)
- Comply with all safety in mining procedures
- Assist with training of new starters
Trainee Operator
Kimberley Group Training
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Training to be a process operator
- Safety in mining procedures
Education
High School Certificate - Completion of Secondary Schooling
Kormilda Collage
Berrimah, NT03-2004
Skills
- Plant operations
- Production monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Preventive maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Health and safety
- Self-motivation
- Permit issuing
- Safety procedures
- Equipment operation
- Housekeeping skills
References
- Peter Waters, Supervisor, Fixed Plant, Rio Tinto, 0439 490 929
- Alison, Indigenous Mentor, Rio Tinto, 0457920597
Hobbies and Interests
- Painting
- Arts and Art
- AFL
- Music
Licenses And Qualifications
- Western Australian Manual Driver’s Licence
- Certificate II Metaliferous Mining
- Rio Tinto Iron Ore Inductions
- High Risk Licence Basic Rigging, Basic Dogging
Career Aspirations
Gain recognition for my 8+ years as a Process Operator to transition across various site and companies to the next challenging and varied role on Wet & Dry Plant where my skills and knowledge will be utilised to my employer’s advantage and reward me with a foundation to progress into a Leadership role in operations and maintenance.
Certification
- Metalliferous in Mining Cert 2
- High Risk Licenses RB, DG, LF
Timeline
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
06.2021 - Current
Process Operator
Panoramic Resources
11.2018 - 01.2019
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2017 - 11.2018
Process Operator
Hope Downs 1
01.2015 - 01.2017
Process Operator
Rio Tinto Iron Ore
01.2012 - 01.2013
Process Operator
Argyle Diamonds Limited
01.2009 - 01.2012
Trainee Operator
Kimberley Group Training
01.2007 - 01.2009
High School Certificate - Completion of Secondary Schooling
Kormilda Collage
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