Trent Mackrill
Park Avenue,Qld
Summary
Seasoned Explosives Worker demonstrates thorough understanding of blasting techniques and compliance standards to safely accomplish ordinance tasks. Skilled developer of proficient and responsible blasting plans meeting industry standards. Intensely examines protocols and resolves issues with clear communication for all relevant entities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shotfirer
ORICA MINING SERVICES
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced safety measures for the team by implementing strict adherence to regulations and guidelines during blasting operations.
- Ensuring Compliance in Regards to both SMHS, Explosives Act 1999 & CMSHA 1999
- Review and Improvement of Operating Procedures
- Safe Management of Misfires
- Morning On-Bench Paperwork & Traffic Management
- Use of Electronic Blasting Techniques
- Correct Load to Design & Management of Hazards
- Review of Load & Tie-up Plans prior to Loading & Firing
- Ensuring a Safe & Secure Blast Pattern
Partner
DACOM ELECTRICAL
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, accurate estimates, and timely project completion.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective measures.
- Reduced accident rates through regular inspections, hazard identification, and implementation of preventive actions.
- Completion of Residential & Commercial Electrical Works
- Installation of Solar Hybrid Systems
- Ergon EWR Forms
- Completion of Electrical Forms
Trainee Shotfirer
ORICA MINING SERVICES
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Morning On-Bench Paperwork & Traffic Management
- Ensuring Bench Compliance
- Combination of Both Electronic and Non-Electronic Blasting Techniques
- Correct Load to Design & Management of Hazards
- Reduced environmental impact by selecting appropriate explosives and initiating devices, ensuring minimal disturbance to surrounding areas.
- Ensured compliance with statutory requirements by maintaining up-to-date licenses and permits for all explosive materials handled onsite.
- Review of Load & Tie-up Plans prior to Loading & Firing
- Ensuring a Safe & Secure Blast Pattern
- Correct Measurement of Blast Holes via Dipping
Charge-Up
BARMINCO PTY LTD
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Blasting of Up-hole & Downhole Stopes along with Development Headings via Electronic Detonation
- Operation of Normet Charge-up Rigs & Telehandler’s
- Service Crew (Mine Site Repairs)
- Pres-Starts and Daily Maintenance on Machinery
- SWIC’s & JSA’s
- Watering Down and Scaling of Bogger Areas
- FIFO Work 2 On 1 Off
Operator
THIESS MINING PTY LTD
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Dump Truck Operation (Caterpillar Mechanical Haul Trucks, 789C, 793C, 793D & 793F)(Liehbher T232 Electric Truck)
- Caterpillar Dozer Operator (D10/D11)
- Pump Crew Member (Dewatering, Installing New Pumps & Pump Lines, Monitoring Pumps)
- Delineation Member (Ensuring Site Circuits are correct to Compliance, General Duties)
- Pre-Starts on Machinery
- Safety Interactions & Take 5’s
Operator
WORKPAC
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Dump Truck Operation (Caterpillar Mechanical Haul Trucks, 789C, 793F, 797)
- Pre-Starts on Machinery
- Safety Interactions & Take 5’s
Driller
Australian Underground Drilling
12.2016 - 09.2017
- Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing advanced drilling techniques and optimizing equipment usage.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Improved safety on the rig by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Increased overall productivity with efficient crew management and clear communication of drilling objectives.
Drillers Offsider
AUSTRALIAN UNDERGROUND DRILLING
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Offsider Labouring
- Assisted in successful drilling operations by handling drill rods, casings, and other necessary materials.
- Removal and Washing of Core Samples
- Removal of Kelly Rod, Tube & Back End, Overshot and Rods
- Ensuring all Equipment is Ready for Use
- General of Maintenance of Machinery
- Cleaning of Drill Rig and Light Vehicles
- Ensuring Core Samples are Labelled Correctly and placed in the correct position for the Geologists
- Prestart on Vehicles and WPI’s of Workspace
- FIFO Work 2 On 1 Off
Ringer
MORUNGLE PASTORAL CO.
10.2015 - 06.2016
- General Labouring
- Ringing
- Stock Work
- Horse Work
- Fencing
Education
High School Certificate -
Emmaus College Rockhampton - Senior School
North Rockhampton, QLDBA (Hons.) - Engineering -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD10.2026
Skills
- Strong work ethic; highly motivated and reliable
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal and liaison skills
- Innovative and creative views
- Audit preparation and reporting
- Budgeting and finance
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Ability to lead and manage in a team or independent environment
- Team Leadership & Staff development
- First Aid Training
- Hazard Identification
Licenses Statements
- Current QLD Shotfirer’s Licence
- Current Coal Board Medical
- Standard 11
- Standard 1,2 & 3
- HR Heavy Vehicle Drivers Licence
- SOA Conduct Shot Firing
- SOA Conduct Loader Operations
References
- Dave Soper, Orica, Poitrel Coal Mine - Site Supervisor
- Peter Thompson, Orica, Poitrel Coal Mine
- Mitchell Crews, Australian Underground Drilling, Mt Morgan Dacian Gold Mine, 0402 591 393
- Dave Woolcock, Thiess, Curragh North Coal Mine, 0403 895 334
Certification
- QLD Licensed Shotfirer
- QLD Coal Board Medial
- Standard 11
- Standard 1,2 & 3
- National HR Drivers Licence
- SOA Conduct Surface Shotfiring Operations
- SOA Conduct Wheel Loader Operations
- SOA Conduct Grader Operations
- SOA Conduct Underground Development Shotfiring
Timeline
Shotfirer
ORICA MINING SERVICES
03.2023 - Current
Partner
DACOM ELECTRICAL
07.2022 - 03.2023
Trainee Shotfirer
ORICA MINING SERVICES
10.2020 - 07.2022
Charge-Up
BARMINCO PTY LTD
10.2019 - 10.2020
Operator
THIESS MINING PTY LTD
01.2018 - 10.2019
Operator
WORKPAC
09.2017 - 01.2018
Driller
Australian Underground Drilling
12.2016 - 09.2017
Drillers Offsider
AUSTRALIAN UNDERGROUND DRILLING
06.2016 - 12.2016
Ringer
MORUNGLE PASTORAL CO.
10.2015 - 06.2016
High School Certificate -
Emmaus College Rockhampton - Senior School
BA (Hons.) - Engineering -
Queensland University of Technology