Roy Taute

CQH2 Green Hydrogen Project | Central Queensland, Australia | Stanwell | Feb 2024 - Apr 2024

• Spearheaded the development of a systemized approach for start-up and commissioning.
• Collaborated with Operational Readiness consultants to develop deliverables for the Feasibility study phase.
• Worked with engineering teams, Project Controls, Construction Management, and Stanwell Owner's team to create a comprehensive commissioning strategy.

KCGM Growth Project OR Support | Perth, Australia | Northern Star Resources | Apr 2024 - Oct 2024

• Led the development of the OR plan, scheduling, and resource planning process.
• Conducted interviews and engagement sessions with KCGM leadership to identify OR deliverables.
• Implemented the OR Management tool ClickUp Deliver, training stakeholders and ensuring a fully loaded tracking system.

Car Dumper 4 (CD4RP) Renewal Project | Perth, Australia | BHP Iron Ore | Jul 2024 – Present

• Produced the OR Plan including cost and resource estimates.
• Led the DPS phase of the OR scope of work, coordinating with Aurecon and BHP teams to ensure completion of deliverables.

Jansen Potash Project | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | Jan 2022 – Jan 2024

Integrated team member of the Operational Readiness Execution Management (OREM) team.

• Managed and delivered the Operational Readiness (OR) scope for Jansen stage 1.
• Drove OR Study inputs for Jansen stage 2 Definition Phase Study.
• Supported line and functional managers in managing their respective scope areas, fostering integration and collaboration within the OR Team.
• Ensured quality assurance and alignment of deliverable progress in the Operational Readiness Management System and knowledge management system.
• Managed Hatch digital solutions, providing end-user support, and facilitating issue resolution and training.
  Contributed to the continuous improvement of OREM Plans and Processes, upholding governance and management plans throughout OR execution.
• Supported risk and change management processes to drive project success.
• Successfully integrated the master project schedule into the master OR plan, addressing interdependencies for overall delivery.
• Led a team to integrate and link the schedule, resulting in a clearer picture of progress and impact on workload and full-time equivalent (FTE) requirements.
  

Arcelor Mittal Liberia (AML), Phase 2 Concentrator Expansion Project Operational Readiness Planning | Liberia

Expansion from a 5Mtpa direct shipment ore process to a 15Mtpa Concentrator process.

• Supported and collaborated with the Client Project Manager to identify key Operational Readiness (OR) requirements.
• Conducted OR Gap analysis for Human Resources and Training and Development workstreams.
• Engaged with client representatives to assess current and future state training requirements.
• Planned and developed the Training and Development strategy for successful project implementation.
• Designed and implemented an Asset Management system and a Procurement and Inventory system to accommodate expansion changes.
  

Adventus Mining, Curipamba Concentrator Project Operational Readiness Gap Analysis | Ecuador

• Conducted OR Gap analysis for Processing, Human Resources, and Training and Development workstreams.
  

Ma’aden, Ar Rjum Gold Project Project Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) Operational Readiness Planning | Saudi Arabia

Development of the new Ar Rjum Mining facility.

• Supported and collaborated with the Client Project Manager to identify key OR requirements.
• Conducted OR Gap analysis for Human Resources and Training and Development workstreams.
• Engaged with various parties from the Client, Project Team, and OR Teams to ensure clear communication and reporting.
• Scheduled and chaired weekly progress meetings, providing feedback to the Project Manager.
  

HPX, Nimba Iron Ore Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) Operational Readiness Strategy Development | Guinea/Liberia

• Developed the Operational Readiness (OR) strategy for the PFS.

Cominco, Hinda Phosphate Definition Phase Study (DFS) Operational Readiness Planning | Republic of Congo

• Provided OR planning support and advice.

Metinvest, New Cold Mill Facility Operational Readiness Strategy Development | Mariupol, Ukraine

• Developed the OR strategy for the Project Implementation Plan.

Kenmare Moma Mining Mineral Sands (Mauritius) Limited, Operational Readiness, Commissioning and Ramp-up Planning and Execution | Moma, Larde, Mozambique

• Relocation of a 7000-ton Wet concentrator plant dredge and ancillaries, commissioning of new HMC handling facility, and ensuring readiness of support and business functions. Total project value USD 110 million.
• Provided ongoing support to ensure execution of OR activities.
• Developed the WCP-B Integrated commissioning plan.
• Reported daily on commissioning activities to client stakeholders.
• Acted as the client commissioning management representative.
• Tracked and reported commissioning activities, ensuring sign-off of commissioning check sheets and certificates.

Kumba Iron Ore, Sishen Low Grade (C-Grade) 43% Fe Project | Sishen, Northern Cape, South Africa

• Developed the OR Plan and relevant deliverables.
• Conducted client onsite engagement and OR workshops.
• Planned resources for relevant OR activities.

Kenmare Moma Mining Mineral Sands (Mauritius) Limited, Operational Readiness, Commissioning and Ramp-up Planning and Execution | Moma, Larde, Mozambique

• Construction, commissioning, and ramp-up of a new 600tph wet concentrator plant, dredge, and ancillary equipment. Total project value USD 45 million.
• Relocation of an existing 2000tph Wet concentrator plant dredge and ancillaries. Total project value USD 110 million.
• Developed the WCP-C Operational Readiness plan.
• Conducted onsite engagements and workshops with client stakeholders.
• Developed an integrated metro for tracking OR tasks.
• Provided ongoing support to ensure execution of OR activities.
• Developed the WCP-C Integrated commissioning plan.
• Acted as the client commissioning management representative.
• Tracked and reported commissioning activities, ensuring sign-off of commissioning check sheets and certificates.
• Reported daily on commissioning activities to client stakeholders.

ERG Africa Metalkol RTR Copper Cobalt Project | DRC

• Developed Operational Readiness (OR) proposals for the project.
• Familiarized with Copper/Cobalt processing circuit and site layout.
• Conducted integrated OR planning with the client.
• Defined organogram, Key Performance Areas (KPAs), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Scheduled and planned staff ramp-up.
• Managed the project for operational manual write-ups.
• Wrote the Scope of Work for Mobile Equipment Leasing.
• Developed plant-wide Maintenance Philosophy and strategy.
• Created proposals for outsourced Commissioning, Operations, and Maintenance.

• Familiarized with various water treatment plants and applications, including the chemistry and chemicals involved.
• Designed the West Rand Tailings Retreat pilot plant, incorporating unit operations such as precipitation, sand filters, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and ion exchange, requiring extensive R&D.
• Managed the design, construction, commissioning, procurement and operations of the pilot plant.
• Processed Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) to produce drinking water meeting quality specifications.
• Collaborated with the electrical and control department to ensure instruments and controls were fit for design and properly installed.
• Project schedule and budget management
• Started up and optimized the an Underground Slurry decanting and water treatment plant.
• Transferred skills and trained personnel.
• Centrifuge separation technology familiarisation.

Ma’aden Gold Gravity and CIL Project | Saudi Arabia

• Conducted in-depth commissioning of gold plant equipment including crushing, milling, separation, leaching (CIL), belt filters, thickening, and tailing management.
• Reported equipment changes to meet design and safety specifications.
• Trained Ma’aden Gold production personnel on various sections of the gold plant.
• Monitored and measured plant performance, participating in optimization and best practices.
• Analyzed samples and adjusted process parameters accordingly.
• Assisted with plant operations to meet production targets.
• Gained shift superintendent acting experience.

Trevali Caribou Mine and Mill Complex | Bathurst, Canada

• Commissioned concentrator, managed ramp-up, and provided monthly progress reports.
• Identified and resolved circuit deficiencies and discrepancies.
• Assisted in implementing SOPs, work instructions, and safety systems.
• Set up a logging system for daily figures and reporting dashboards.
• Trained supervisors on the daily reporting system and safe working practices.
• Identified circuit shortcomings and bottlenecks to improve production.
• Optimized the circuit to enhance grade and recovery while reducing reagent consumption.

Assmang Khumani Iron Ore WHIMS Project | Kathu, South Africa

• Familiarized with iron ore processing and wet high intensity magnetic separation (WHIMS) plant.
• Implemented SOPs and safe working practices.
• Gained eight months of shift experience in WHIMS plant operations and maintenance.
• Conducted operation, fault finding, and problem-solving during plant operations.
• Optimized plant flow and conducted daily inspections.
• Trained Assmang personnel on SOPs, mini risk assessments, and safe working practices.