Rick Lowe

• Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Identify plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
• Achieve project deadlines by coordinating with contracting partners and the operator to ensure the best outcomes are achieved.
• Establish effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
• Prepare detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
• Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining budget
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.

• Manage a large scale & dynamic maintenance regime.
• Ensure diesel equipment is maintained to comply with UG mining recognised standards including:

1. RS1 UG electrical equipment

2. RS3 Explosion protected diesel engine systems

3. RS13 Tyre wheel and rim maintenance

4. RS23 Management of fluid power

• Ensure equipment maintenance schedule was managed including compliance and completion of statutory workorders.
• Complete asset management including schedule Code D electrical and mechanical at overhaul intervals.
• Management of budget and store stock & supply of consumable parts.
• Co-Ordinate and communicate service schedules and machinery availability and allocation.
• Manage roster and manning including a number of mechanical and electrical apprentices.

• Experienced and competent electrical tradesman with knowledge of all areas in UG coal mining.
• Electrical installation and testing.
• Conveyor installations electrician
• Longwall move electrician
• Longwall production electrician
• Development bull gang and maintenance
• Development production electrician
• Longwall electrical Co-Ordinator
• Outby electrician
• Workshop electrician (Diesels)
• Workshop Co-Ordinator
• AS3800 accredited Overhaul workshop electrician

• Complete electrical apprenticeship
• Cert 3 Electrical tradesman specialising in automation & instrumentation.
• Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
• Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
• Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
• Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
• Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.

• Secondary support installation
• Outby works including water management, stone dusting, sumps and pumps and road works.
• Operator in Longwall crew
• Operator in Development crew
• Machinery tickets including:

1. All LHD's - Eimco 130, 936, 913-6, V1 V2 V3 jug-A-O, LS170, LS190, LS190s and LS312

2. Drift runner and PJB man transporters

3. Chock haulers

4. Petito mule

5. Shuttle cars

6. Flit and maintain ABM miners, Joy miners.

7. All bolting equipment including - Hand held bolter's, windy borer's, QDS bolter's, Air track bolter's, Sandvik and Komatsu multi bolter's and rapid face bolter's

8. All QDS attachments - Dusters, salters, water vac, reeler's, man baskets, buckets and forks.

• Improved conveyor belt efficiency by conducting thorough splicing inspections and maintenance.
• Enhanced workplace safety through timely replacement of worn-out belts and components.
• Reduced downtime with prompt troubleshooting and repairing of damaged belt sections.
• Optimized production processes by ensuring proper alignment and tensioning of conveyor belts.
• Belt refurbishment in workshop
• Solid woven, ply and steel cord splicing
• Hot and cold repairs
• Belt maintenance
• Pulley lagging and replacement
• Full belt system removal and replacement in Coal mines, Port authorities, quarries and sugar mills.

• Enhanced workplace safety by implementing proper use of tools and equipment during apprenticeship.
• Assisted in the assembly of boilers, ensuring accurate measurements and precise installations.
• Contributed to efficient project completion by supporting experienced boilermakers with daily tasks.
• Sharpened skills in welding techniques for stronger boiler structures and improved durability.
• Supported team members in maintaining a clean and organized workspace, promoting efficiency and safety.
• Developed understanding of blueprint reading, enabling accurate interpretation for successful project execution.
• Collaborated with experienced boilermakers, absorbing knowledge and refining technical skills for future job opportunities.
• Gained proficiency in various cutting methods, streamlining fabrication processes for timely project completion.
• All aspects of fabrication from one off custom builds to mas produced items.
• Experienced with fabrication of all types of metals and steel including mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper and brass.