Leading Hand Fitter at Byrnecut (2022 – Present)
- Leading maintenance operations on Sandvik i-series fleet (422i, 621i, 663i, DL422, DL432i), ensuring high equipment availability in a fast-paced underground environment.
- Supervising workshop activities, coordinating teams, and ensuring jobs are planned, parts are available, and machines are delivered on schedule.
- Driving productivity on the floor by managing workflow, prioritising repairs, and minimising downtime across critical mining equipment.
- Carrying out major component rebuilds, including RD525 and 1500 series drifters, ensuring optimal drilling performance.
- Completing transmission rebuilds (CAT 938 & 962) and extensive axle rebuilds on Normet AGI and Spraymec equipment, maintaining reliability of support fleet.
Automotive Mechanic at Moran's Garage (2021-01 – 2022-12)
- Carried out servicing and repairs across all vehicle brands, including clutch replacements, engine repairs, head work, and DPF fault resolution.
- Performed advanced diagnostics using Wurth WOW and Autel systems, accurately identifying and resolving faults. Delivered high-quality mechanical work in a busy workshop environment, maintaining efficiency and attention to detail.
- Managed a wide range of jobs independently, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction. Strengthened diagnostic and electrical fault-finding skills transferable to modern mining equipment systems.
Underground Fitter (AutoMine Specialist) at Barrick Gold (2019-01 – 2021-12)
- Specialised in AutoMine systems, maintaining and supporting remote-operated loaders on haulage levels. Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic, electrical, and network-related faults, ensuring continuous operation of automated equipment.
- Played a key role in maintaining uptime of remote mining systems, reducing delays in production cycles. Troubleshot and resolved AutoMine communication and control issues, working within a highly technical and evolving mining environment.
- Delivered efficient breakdown response and preventative maintenance, ensuring maximum availability of autonomous equipment.
Underground Fitter at Byrnecut Offshore (2019-02 – 2019-12)
- Sole expatriate fitter responsible for maintaining and repairing Sandvik TH551 trucks, 421 drills, and LHD517 loaders in a high-pressure underground environment.
- Carried out full strip-downs and rebuilds of RD525 drifters, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of drilling operations. Performed preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs on Sullair compressors, minimising downtime across site operations.
- Delivered hands-on training to local workforce in MIG welding, air arc techniques, and safe workshop practices, improving team capability and safety compliance.
- Supported mining operations when required, including charge-up, bogging, and trucking, demonstrating versatility and commitment to production targets.
Leading Hand / Underground Fitter at Byrnecut (2017-01 – 2018-12)
- Maintained and repaired a diverse fleet including CAT 2900 loaders, Toro 50 series, and Sandvik DD421/DD420 drills and DL430 loaders. Led major component rebuilds, including drifters (HLX5, RD525, 710 series), axles, torque converters, and transmissions.
- Supervised teams underground, always ensuring strict adherence to health & safety standards and operational procedures. Coordinated daily work schedules, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently, minimising downtime and maintaining production targets.
Leading Hand / Underground Fitter at Byrnecut (2016-01 – 2017-12)
- Maintained and repaired Sandvik 663 trucks, 621 loaders, 421 & 422i drills, and Normet charge rigs and Spraymec equipment. Completed drifter rebuilds (HLX5, RD525, 710 series), ensuring reliability and performance of critical drilling equipment.
- Managed and prioritised workloads to maximise workshop productivity and meet strict operational deadlines. Operated in a demanding environment requiring long shifts and 24/7 emergency call-out availability, ensuring continuous site support.
- Played a key role in maintaining fleet availability through efficient fault diagnosis, repair planning, and execution.
Underground Fitter at Byrnecut (2013-01 – 2016-12)
- Recognised as a key team member with strong technical expertise and a solid understanding of mining safety standards.
- Performed diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of equipment including Sandvik drills, loaders, trucks, Normet rigs, and MacLean equipment.
- Completed major rebuilds, including HLX5 and RD525 drifters, 1500 series drifters, transmissions, torque converters, and Volvo/Detroit engines.
Fitter at ATS Mining (2012-01 – 2013-12)
Underground Fitter at ACM Mining (2010-01 – 2012-12)
Apprentice / Mechanic at Teddy McNulty Garage (2004-01 – 2010-12)
