SPENCER FILTNESS
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
To progress my career further in the mining resources industry where I can utilise and expand my blasting and drilling experience with a commitment to meeting WH&S standards. I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals in a safe and responsible manner hard working and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure any position required. Always ready to help team achieve company goals I am confident that I would make a great addition to your team offering 100% flexibility to work various shifts including FI/FO DI/DO
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
MPU Operator
AECI mining
Clermont , QLD
09.2025 - Current
- Operate Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) equipment to support production blasting operations in an open-cut mining environment.
- Conducted pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks to ensure equipment safety and operational readiness.
- Assist with blast hole loading activities in accordance with approved blast designs, site procedures and instructions from the shotfirer or supervisor.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported faults, operational issues, and abnormal conditions to maintain safe operations.
- Focused on safety and compliance with explosives handling requirements and site procedures.
Blast Hole Driller
Workpac
Clermont, QLD
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Operate Sandvik and Bucyrus drill rigs to complete blast hole drilling activities in accordance with drill plans and site requirements.
- Conducted pre-start inspections to identify and report equipment defects, hazards, and changes in ground conditions, ensuring safe and compliant operations.
- Collaborated with drill and blast crews, supervisors, and site personnel to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
- Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety, explosives handling procedures and compliance with site standards.
- Demonstrated reliability and initiative while working independently and contributing to team objectives in a fast-paced mining environment.
Assistant Shotfirer
Hanwha Mining Services
Clermont, QLD
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisting Shotfirer's on bench activities including: Delineate, Priming, Loading holes, Stemming, tying and fire shots under the direction of the shotfirer
- Assist shotfirers with day-to-day open-cut blasting operations, ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with site procedures and safety requirements.
- Carry out blast preparation activities, including blast pattern delineation, hole preparation, priming, loading, stemming and tie-in activities under the direction of the shotfirer.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted shotfirers with bench activities, including delineating, priming, loading holes, stemming, tying, and firing shots.
- Supported shotfirers in daily open-cut blasting operations, ensuring compliance with site procedures and safety requirements.
- Carried out blast preparation activities, including delineation, hole preparation, priming, loading, stemming, and tie-in under shotfirer's direction.
Disability Support Worker
Self-employed
Brisbane, QLD
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting, to promote independence and comfort.
- Transported clients to social activities and appointments, enhancing their community engagement and quality of life.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Ensured safety by maintaining clean and hazard-free home environments for clients.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Assistant Store Manager
Stateside Sports
Brisbane, QLD
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues that negatively impact operations.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Education
Sunnybank State High School
Sunnybank, QLDSkills
- RIIBLA201E Support Short firing Operations
- RIIBLA205E Store, Handle and Transport Explosives
- Valid Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
- Licenses:
- Current SSAN Security Clearance to Handle Explosives
- DR413I Sandvik Drill
- Bucyrus 49HR Blast hole Drill
- Ausroad Stemming truck
- De-waterer
- Loader
- Little water cart
- MPU truck operation
- Open-cut mining and drill & blast operations and Through seam
Timeline
MPU Operator
AECI mining
09.2025 - Current
Blast Hole Driller
Workpac
10.2023 - 09.2025
Assistant Shotfirer
Hanwha Mining Services
11.2022 - 10.2023
Disability Support Worker
Self-employed
01.2020 - 11.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Stateside Sports
01.2018 - 01.2020
Sunnybank State High School