Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Additional Information
References
Certification
Timeline
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Boyd Macdonald

Perth ,AUSTRALIA

Summary

I am a motivated, energetic, resourceful person who exerts 100% effort towards gaining success. I enjoy the challenge of learning new skills and my dedication and practicality allows me to apply these as required. I am honest, reliable and work well with others.

I believe myself to be of excellent character and consider myself to be an asset as an employee.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Processing Operator

Pilbara Minerals
Wodgine Region
04.2024 - Current
  • Operated and monitored processing equipment to ensure optimal production flow.
  • Conducted quality control checks to maintain product standards and compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly.
  • Implemented safety protocols, enhancing workplace safety for all employees.

Processing Operator

Mineral Resources Limited
Wodgine Region
04.2023 - 04.2024

Leading Hand

Oceanagold
Macras New Zealand
07.2017 - 04.2023
  • Give direction and leadership to plant levels of employees.
  • Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
  • NZQA as of February 2023/Gas Testing Licenses/Working at Heights/Forklifts/Class 2 Heavy traffic License/Full Class 1 license/gantry crane/confined space and skid steer training.
  • Promoted high-quality daily production by enforcing product standards and monitoring level of quality.
  • Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Managed manufacturing operations for Plant production.

Plant Operator

Ocenagold
Macras New Zealand
2011 - 2017
  • Maintained safety by adhering to regulations and plant procedures.
  • Trained in crushing/milling
  • Flash Floatation
  • Auto Clave operation
  • Control Room operation
  • CIL and desorption
  • Reagents Mixing
  • Gold Room operation
  • Completed maintenance tasks and made adjustments as part of regular upkeep of equipment and safety.
  • Communicated effectively with operators and supervisors on technical level.
  • Closely inspected equipment for safety problems, leaks and wear and tear.
  • Used forklifts/gantry crane/confined space/gas testing/working at heights and skid steer training.
  • Coordinated ongoing maintenance and housekeeping of plant equipment.
  • Made sound and logical judgments regarding process changes.

Farm Manager

Varies Employers
Oamaru New Zealand
1992 - 2009

Prior to my mining career I worked in the farming industry both Dairy and Beef where I held managers roles and worked with big machinery and equipment.

Education

Higher School Certificate -

Waitaki Boys High School
Oamaru New Zealand

Skills

  • Control improvements
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Team building and development
  • Project coordination
  • Schedule management
  • Production planning
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Maintenance planning
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Safety management
  • Quality assurance authority

Affiliations

  • Adventure Motorbike Riding
  • Fishing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Enjoy the great Outdoors

Additional Information

  • Non Smoker
  • Excellent driving record
  • Excellent Health

References

Main Reference: 

*  Simon Dickson (Current Crew Superviser) 

M +64 21 103 7954  E simon.dickson@oceanagold.com

Character References:

  • Darren Eyre (Electrical Superintendent)

D +64 3 479 4791  M +64 21 924 817  E darren.eyre@oceanagold.com

*     Dindo Mercado (Senior Metallurgist)

D +64 7 863 9910 M +64 21 022 95252 E dindo.mercado@oceanagold.com

Certification

Australian Standard Courses which correspond to my USI number: LU6Z33DSHD

Timeline

Processing Operator

Pilbara Minerals
04.2024 - Current

Processing Operator

Mineral Resources Limited
04.2023 - 04.2024

Leading Hand

Oceanagold
07.2017 - 04.2023

Higher School Certificate -

Waitaki Boys High School

Plant Operator

Ocenagold
2011 - 2017

Farm Manager

Varies Employers
1992 - 2009
Boyd Macdonald