Nathan Robert Payne
Catterick
Summary
I am an easy going, approachable person with demonstrated leadership strengths, proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment with critical deadlines while maintaining a strong focus on safety. I am well organised, pay attention to detail and utilise a systematic and thorough approach when completing tasks and managing staff.
Professional leader skilled in strategic planning, project management, and operational oversight. Adept at fostering team collaboration, driving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Expertise in resource allocation, safety protocols, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and strong focus on achieving organizational goals.
Experienced with managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines. Uses effective communication to coordinate between various stakeholders and optimize project outcomes. Track record of implementing safety protocols and fostering collaborative team environment. Diligent leader with proven ability to oversee complex construction projects and ensure timely completion. Successfully managed diverse teams, leading to seamless project execution and adherence to safety standards. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent Tailings Remining and Projects
Talison Lithium
10.2022 - Current
- Chair production meetings and ensure tasks are allocated in a timely manner
- Operations reporting and planning to ensure tailings re-mining activities are coordinated with other mining activities
- Monitor and report on all activity within the mining area to ensure it complies with statutory and company standards
- Actively monitor and improve safety performance
- Assist with the investigation of any mining safety incidents
- Review and authorisation of payment of contractors’ monthly claims
- Review and approve contractor dayworks claims
- Ensure the contractor has enough resources available to perform their scheduled work
- Appraise the mining contractor’s performance quarterly
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Optimized resource allocation to minimize delays and maximize project success.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
- Managed 60 workers when performing duties in line with local and national building codes in construction.
Superintendent Water Management
Karara Mining Limited
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintain and provide a safe work environment
- Develop a positive interdependent safety culture
- Manage the operation and maintenance of water supply, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure to meet regulatory and business objectives.
- Manage costs associated with water management
- Improve safety outcomes and establish documented processes and systems for key water management activities
- Streamline water management processes and identify improvement opportunities with regards to water supply and water management infrastructure
- Optimise maintenance processes of water infrastructure
- Provide necessary training and guidance
Supervisor Tailings & Water
Rio Tinto, Amrun Bauxite Mine
09.2018 - 03.2021
- Supervise a team of trades and operators responsible for:
- Operation, monitoring & maintenance of water and waste water treatment facilities
- Operation, monitoring & maintenance of water and tailings dams
- Operation, monitoring & maintenance of water supply (artesian bores, TSF decant, Water storage dams) pumps, pipes etc
- Ensuring Water & Tailings dams compliance with Rio Tinto and National standards
- Water supply to all areas of the mine and village
- Water balance and usage forecasting
- Contractor management
Supervisor Water Management Jabiru NT
Energy Resources of Australia (Rio Tinto), Ranger Uranium Mine
03.2012 - 09.2018
- Supervise a large team responsible for:
- Installation maintenance and operation of Telemetry Network
- Statutory Ground and Surface water sampling
- Water inventory management
- Diesel pump maintenance
- LIMS database reporting
- Managed release of treated water to the environment
- Contractor Management
- Project Management
- Supervision, training and development of staff
- Critical Risk Management and risk assessment
- Performance appraisals and development plans
- Conduct internal audits and quality assurance
- Survey and GIS mapping
- Operational presentations and reporting to stakeholders
- Development and revision of operational monitoring programs
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Education
Cert IV - Training and Assessment
TAFE
Darwin, NT01.2013
Bachelor of Science -
Southern Cross University
Lismore, NSW01.2006
Higher School Certificate -
Orange High School
Orange, NSW01.1998
TAFE JSST - Automotive Engines and Maintenance
Western Institute of TAFE
Orange, NSW01.1997
Skills
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Construction supervision
- Construction management
- Strategic planning
- Key decision making
- Site safety management
- Contractor management
- Contract management
Timeline
Superintendent Tailings Remining and Projects
Talison Lithium
10.2022 - Current
Superintendent Water Management
Karara Mining Limited
03.2021 - 10.2022
Supervisor Tailings & Water
Rio Tinto, Amrun Bauxite Mine
09.2018 - 03.2021
Supervisor Water Management Jabiru NT
Energy Resources of Australia (Rio Tinto), Ranger Uranium Mine
03.2012 - 09.2018
Cert IV - Training and Assessment
TAFE
Bachelor of Science -
Southern Cross University
Higher School Certificate -
Orange High School
TAFE JSST - Automotive Engines and Maintenance
Western Institute of TAFE
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