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William Wise
Townsville,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Mining Project Engineer with hands-on experience across mine planning, production scheduling, and blasting operations at Redpath Mining Contractors. Proficient in Deswik for charge, backfill, and teleremote bogging plans, with a proven track record of optimising production and improving cycle efficiency. Experienced in data analysis and reporting, delivering actionable insights to management and clients. Recognised for fostering collaboration across engineering, operations, and management teams, ensuring strict compliance with safety standards and achieving project milestones. Dedicated to driving operational excellence through practical problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Engineer
Repdath Mining Contractors and Engineers
Lady Loretta Mine
11.2023 - Current
- Mine Planning & Design: Charge plans, backfill plans, teleremote bogging plans, and miscellaneous drill plans (probe drilling, slashing, paste delivery, service holes) using Deswik.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Collecting and analysing operational data, preparing weekly production and performance reports for head office and client stakeholders.
- Scheduling: Developing weekly mine schedules aligned with production targets and operational constraints.
- Collaboration: Working closely with senior engineers, client representatives, and site management on large-scale projects to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced use of Deswik for all mine planning functions, strong Excel skills for reporting and analysis.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensuring plans and schedules comply with site safety standards, statutory regulations, and best practices.
Shotfirer
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
Lady Loretta Mine
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Carried out development charging in both hard rock and paste fill environments to achieve optimal fragmentation.
- Performed downhole and uphole production charging with strict adherence to safety standards.
- Logged and documented shots, ensuring traceability and compliance with site and regulatory requirements.
- Utilised Orica blasting products proficiently for priming, charging, and initiation of blasts.
- Conducted re-entry procedures and post-blast inspections, confirming safe conditions for crews to resume operations.
- Trained and mentored new charge-up operators, improving team competency and reducing training time.
Service Crew/Leading Hand Service Crew
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
Lady Loretta Mine
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Performed sump and pump checks to ensure dewatering systems were operational and prevented production delays.
- Maintenance on dewatering systems
- Installed and extended power cables, water, and air lines to support development and production activities.
- Assisted cabolter operators with cable reel changeouts and cement delivery
- Operated Volvo IT to bog tight headings and install/remove stop logs safely.
- Coordinated daily tasks as leading hand, delegating responsibilities and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
- Trained team members on equipment usage and operational procedures to enhance productivity.
Nipper/Jumbo Offsider
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
Lady Loretta Mine
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Set up headings with correct quantity of bolts and mesh in preparation for ground support installation.
- Assisted jumbo operator with loading bolts and mesh for installation, ensuring smooth and efficient cycle times.
- Maintained work areas and supported the jumbo crew in achieving development targets.
Storeman
Woolworths
Townsville
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock counts and timely replenishment.
- Operated warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, to facilitate efficient material handling.
- Oversaw shipping and receiving processes, maintaining compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and safety guidelines for optimal performance.
- Maintained a clean and clutter-free warehouse, ensuring easy access to products and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to workplace health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections, and reporting hazards immediately.
- Optimized space utilization within the warehouse, implementing effective stacking and storage strategies.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming goods before storage or distribution to ensure they met company standards.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to minimize downtime due to malfunctions or safety concerns.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by conducting regular stocktakes and updating the tracking system accordingly.
Education
Gradtuate Diploma of Mining Engineering - Engineering
Federation University
Ballarat, VIC05-2025
Bachelor of Law - Law
Central Queensland University
Townsville03-2020
No Degree - High School
Pimlico State High School
Townsville, QLD12-2014
Skills
- Mine Planning & Design: Expertise in charge plans, backfill plans, teleremote bogging plans, and miscellaneous drilling (probe drilling, paste delivery, service holes) using Deswik
- Production Scheduling & Coordination: Development of weekly schedules aligned with production and client targets, ensuring efficient resource allocation
- Blasting Operations & Explosives Management: Skilled in development charging, downhole and uphole production charging, shot logging, and safe blast initiation using Orica products
- Service Infrastructure Management: Installation and extension of power, water, and air services; sump and pump checks; cable changeouts; and support of production readiness
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Preparation of weekly production and performance reports, with actionable insights for management and client stakeholders
- Quality Control & Compliance: Ensuring adherence to mine safety standards, WHS legislation, and environmental obligations through detailed inspections and re-entry procedures
- Equipment Operation: Proficient in the use of Volvo IT for bogging tight headings and stop log handling
- Project Management: Coordination of multi-disciplinary teams and collaboration with client engineers and management on larger-scale projects
- Leadership & Mentoring: Training and supervising new operators and service crew members, fostering a strong safety culture and improving team competency
- Problem Solving: Identifying operational bottlenecks, recommending improvements, and implementing solutions that optimise productivity
Certification
QLD Shotfirers Certificate
QLD Explosives Security Clearance Certificate
Sandvik LHD621 UG Loader
Normet MF605D Charge Rig
Normet MC605 Charge Rig
Volvo IT L120
Lady Loretta Development Charging Tickets
Lady Loretta Production Charging Tickets
Lady Loretta UG Light Vehicle Ticket
Lady Loretta Service Crew Tickets
Atlas MT65 Dump Truck
Interests
Timeline
Project Engineer
Repdath Mining Contractors and Engineers
11.2023 - Current
Shotfirer
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
11.2021 - 11.2023
Service Crew/Leading Hand Service Crew
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
01.2021 - 11.2021
Nipper/Jumbo Offsider
Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers
05.2020 - 01.2021
Storeman
Woolworths
03.2018 - 07.2020
Gradtuate Diploma of Mining Engineering - Engineering
Federation University
Bachelor of Law - Law
Central Queensland University
No Degree - High School
Pimlico State High School