AN LUU
Paralowie,SA
Summary
With over three years of experience in the mining industry, I have excelled as an MPU Operator and Shotfirer Support. My goal is to drive operational excellence by embodying a strong work ethic and a commitment to adaptability. These values align perfectly with the company's vision, and I am proud to contribute my diverse perspective and dynamic experience to our team. At Rio Tinto, I manage the Mobile Processing Unit, a role that demands reliability and strict adherence to safety protocols. I have honed my skills through hands-on experience in MMU operation, equipment maintenance, and SHE system awareness. Working closely with my team, we prioritize efficient operation and safety, utilizing my expertise in traffic management and daily administrative tasks to streamline our processes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) Operator / Shotfirer Support
Rio Tinto
Perth, WA
11.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Greater Tom Price Operations – Pilbara Regions
- Carrying out Open Pit charging and blasting activities safely, and in accordance with the blast plan
- Accounting for all explosives used and participate in magazine and shot reconciliations
- Operation of machinery in a safe and efficient manner ensuring all associated equipment is maintained to a high standard
- Ensuring a high standard of all blast patterns
- Explosive Magazine compliance
- Leading/Delegating on bench blast team
- Completing daily explosive usage forms
- Post Blast reporting
- Stemming Operations – HR licence
- MPU including pump operation, hole charging, loading & unloading of raw materials
- Handling explosives – Explosives Stocktake and Secure Nominee of Explosive Compound
- Equipment Prestart compliance
- Manual labour, MPU calibration, Operational Maintenance of assets
- Basic fault finding and repairs
- Ancillary equipment operation (Forklift, Loader, Integrated Tool Carrier)
- Safe driving and Traffic Management Plan compliance
- Experience driving in Autonomous Haulage Pit (Front Runner System)
- Greater Tom Price Operations – Pilbara Regions
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machinery issues quickly, minimising production delays.
Mobile Mixing Unit (MMU) Operator
Orica
Whyalla, South Australia
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Company Overview: Iron Baron / Iron Duke / Iron Knob, SIMEC Whyalla, South Australia
- Daily Administration tasks and use of SAP systems
- Commitment to safety, high level of safety awareness
- Excellent communication skills to work crew and client representative
- Ability to rigorously follow instructions and procedures
- Manage daily stocktake of explosive products
- Ability to operate forklift and tele-handler to unload Ammonium Nitrate bulk bags with required level of stacking in Storage Shed
- Maintain Blast Truck in good condition, service check, assemble wheel tyres, Quality Control equipment within calibration
- Strong attention to details, ability to think clearly and problem-solving capabilities
- Organise sub-contractors on site for any services and maintenance requests
- Writing permit to work clearance if required
- Highly reliable in running single site operator, accountable for actions raised for sites, flexible in doing extra swings due to staff shortages, ability to float between sites and assist with loading requirements
- Actively contribute to team development and individual performance plans and initiatives
- Iron Baron / Iron Duke / Iron Knob, SIMEC Whyalla, South Australia
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
Peggy / Trade Assistant / Store Person
G&S Engineering Services
Roxby Downs, South Australia
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: BHP Olympic Dam, South Australia
- Verification of Competency (VOC) Driving High Occupancy Vehicle
- VOC of Forklift Operation - Back up forklift operator
- Escorting new staff to PPE fit test/ site card
- Driving staff to attend to any scheduled trainings or inductions
- Setting fire blankets in multiple areas
- Good use of hydraulic tools and wrenches
- Ability to measure and cut metals, bolting up flanges, concrete mix, dig trenches
- BHP Olympic Dam, South Australia
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Facilitated smoother project operations by preparing materials before their use.
Sentry / Gas Tester
WorkPac Group
Roxby Downs, South Australia
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: BHP Olympic Dam – November Smelter Steam Outage Shutdown
- Verification of Competency (VOC) Gas Tester - Proficiency in using Drager X-am Series, Drager Tube Sampling Pump, Drager PAC 7000
- Ensure all associated documentation assigned to the scope of work and sign prior opening the Confined Space
- Safety focus and always monitor any hazards or near misses written on TTTC or report to Supervisors
- Physically fit and healthy to enable access to confined space locations
- Understanding site locking on and locking off requirements
- Maintain communication with people working in confined space and Sentries Radio Channel
- BHP Olympic Dam – November Smelter Steam Outage Shutdown
- Identified critical bugs through thorough testing processes, enhancing overall product performance.
Confined Space Sentry
ISH24
10.2020 - 10.2020
- Company Overview: Oz Minerals - Prominent Hill Shutdown
- Ability to work as part of team
- Have great communication skills with a personal commitment to ensuring safety in the workplace
- Ability to work in accordance with an issued permit
- Understanding site locking on and locking off requirements
- Always monitor for any hazards within the confined space and its surrounding area
- Always ensure to remain attentive and communicating on the required radio frequency with sentry control to those who have entered the confined space
- Always watch surrounding to identify any hazards and write TAKE 5 for safety at work
- Competent in using Altair 4 Gas Monitor highly aware of toxic gases
- Effective communication with the workers who enter confined space to ensure their safety
- Oz Minerals - Prominent Hill Shutdown
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
FIFO Service Attendant
Sodexo Remote Sites
Roxby Downs, South Australia
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: Olympic Dam Village at 1 Blinman Rd, Olympic Dam SA 5725
- Ability to work in all departments in camp including Tavern, Dining, Housekeeping and Retail
- Perform work efficiently and strongly adhere to all safety procedures required at work
- Improving sales in the venue and leading team to follow safe operation procedures
- Ability to operate electric pallet jack safely to move pallets in truck day
- Responsible for counting tills and taking money in safe to managers in Tavern and Retail department
- High attention for work safety, always implement 3 checks for safety prior starting any tasks
- Effective Radio communication between departments
- Olympic Dam Village at 1 Blinman Rd, Olympic Dam SA 5725
Education
Bachelor of Business Studies - Hospitality Management
International College of Hotel Management
Adelaide, South Australia 07.2014 - 09.2017
Skills
- SAP Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Written Communication
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Proficient in Office 365
- Spreadsheets
- Email Management
- Project Management software
- Quality assurance
- Reporting and analysis
Relevant Certificates
USI: GJSL76C4XL
- Shotfirer Licence – Modular Training in Jan 2025
- Dangerous Goods Licence
- Blaster Licence
- Licence to operate a forklift truck
- MSMPER205 Enter Confined Space
- MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit
- MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (WHITE CARD)
Drivers Licence
Full – Heavy Rigid (HR) Class, South Australia
Personal Information
Residency: Australian Citizen
Gender: Female
Timeline
Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) Operator / Shotfirer Support
Rio Tinto
11.2022 - Current
Mobile Mixing Unit (MMU) Operator
Orica
09.2021 - 10.2022
Peggy / Trade Assistant / Store Person
G&S Engineering Services
11.2020 - 07.2021
Sentry / Gas Tester
WorkPac Group
11.2020 - 11.2020
Confined Space Sentry
ISH24
10.2020 - 10.2020
FIFO Service Attendant
Sodexo Remote Sites
10.2019 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Business Studies - Hospitality Management
International College of Hotel Management
07.2014 - 09.2017
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