Richard Pitis

I am a dedicated Underground Ventilation Technician with over six (6) years of experience in underground mining operations. Adept at managing, maintaining, and optimizing ventilation systems to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

UG Ventilation Technician at UG Engineering Services-MTS (2018-08 – Present)

• Perform daily vent surveys on both Primary & Secondary Ventilation systems as well as active levels.
• Record the wet and dry bulb temperatures of all workplaces where conditions could adversely affect the safety and health of people working underground.
• Pre & Post Blast Clearance to make sure underground is clear from blast fumes.
• Enter data and sign into ventilation logbook.
• Carry out Diesel Emission Test on all underground fleets (Diesel particulate monitoring).
• Operate, calibrate and maintain instrumentation.
• Perform daily checks on secondary VCD such as DBR, RADs, L/Ways, R. Chambers, etc.
• Conduct Regular Ventilation audits on development headings, Diamond Drill sites, etc.
• Install signage & barricades to all unventilated areas.
• Assist engineers for site inspections, blast loggings, emergency plans, etc.
• Report safety issues, hazards and/or safety interactions to the shift boss for rectification.

UG Haul Trucks (AD 45, AD55 & AD60) Operator at PJV-Papua New (2017-01 – 2020-06)

• Carried out detailed Pre-Start Checks to identify defects & damage to equipment before operating.
• Transported ore from underground production areas to ROM stockpiles.
• Moved waste materials to allocated area.
• Attended PM Service when scheduled.
• Report TOPs & Hazards and fill in the hazard information sheet or directly report.
• Perform House Keeping before Pre and Post Shift.
• Maintain open communication with shift boss and always dispatch.
• Maintained sound communication with cross shift concerning equipment used on shift.

Diploma in philosophical studies – Divine Word University (2010-02 – 2013-12)

Light Vehicle Mechanics – Porgera Vocational Technical Education (2023-01 – 2023-12)