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Shane Mullen

Summary

Dynamic Coal Mine Deputy/ Tunnel shift boss with extensive experience, recognized for enhancing team collaboration and maintaining safety protocols. Proven decision-making skills and commitment to professional development led to successful project completions. Adept at training personnel and fostering trust, ensuring operational excellence in high-pressure environments.

I am a professional Shiftboss/ Deputy with many years experience conducting myself in a approachable manner at all times, and at the same time never compromising safety have a proven ability to collaborate with team members and adapt to changing situations. Reliable and focused on achieving results, with a strong ethic in safety and conflict resolution.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Coal Mine Deputy

Whitehaven Coal
05.2021 - 04.2025
  • Maintained safety in high-stress situations by effectively diffusing conflicts and providing clear instructions.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging trends.
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective strategies for smooth development operations and help coordinate outbye activities to collectively work together.
  • Manage men in all aspects of development mining, ensure all training is completed prior to operating anything, support and guide men for the safest outcome to achieve the best results.

Forman, Shiftboss

North Conexx
11.2016 - 08.2021
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required. liaised with tunnel shift bosses and maintenance foreman on maintenance schedules
  • Inspected with engineers on quality control.

Coal Mine Deputy/Step up Project Coordinator

Xtrata / Glencore
08.2006 - 08.2016
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Facilitated training for all crews
  • Managed 4 panels with 9 Joy 1212 continues miners 1 Mitsui 200 Road header and numerous vehicles to keep panels working at full capacity and ensuring every safety protocol was meet.

Deputy - Night Shift Superintendent

McConnell Dowell
09.2005 - 11.2006
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and emerging trends in law enforcement.
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to develop effective strategies for case management and resource allocation.
  • Conducted detailed investigations, gathering essential evidence to support legal proceedings.
  • Provided thorough training to junior deputies, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • As this was a drill and blast tunnel into a coalmine there were a lot of protocols and regulations to follow which also required a lot of upskilling on mu behalf, drill patterns, Explosive techniques, single entry, Caba, ventilation control.

Leading Hand/ Shiftboss

Boyce Hochtieff Epping to Chatswood Rail
07.2003 - 10.2005
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
  • Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
  • Started in Waterloo station for the set up and build of the TBMs after migrating from NZ

Education

No Degree - NZ/AUS Underground Coalmine Deputy Certificate

Exito
Greymouth NZ
02-2001

No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety

Massey University
New Plymouth NZ
01-2000

Skills

  • Decision-making
  • Public relations
  • Report writing
  • Meetings
  • Collaborative team member
  • Commitment to safety practices
  • Professional experience
  • Trustworthiness in relationships
  • Dependable performance

Interests


  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Fishing, gold detecting gardening

Timeline

Coal Mine Deputy

Whitehaven Coal
05.2021 - 04.2025

Forman, Shiftboss

North Conexx
11.2016 - 08.2021

Coal Mine Deputy/Step up Project Coordinator

Xtrata / Glencore
08.2006 - 08.2016

Deputy - Night Shift Superintendent

McConnell Dowell
09.2005 - 11.2006

Leading Hand/ Shiftboss

Boyce Hochtieff Epping to Chatswood Rail
07.2003 - 10.2005

No Degree - NZ/AUS Underground Coalmine Deputy Certificate

Exito

No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety

Massey University

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