Lumsden, Saskatchewan, Canada
With over 10 years of experience in the potash solution mining industry, I currently serve as Superintendent, Mining at K+S Potash Canada. My work focuses on leading mining operations, setting strategic direction for solution mining at the Bethune mine, and driving productivity through developing innovative mining techniques. Leveraging expertise in leadership, project management, and solution mining, I am committed to fostering high-performing teams and ensuring efficient mining practices.
• Accountable for the mine planning function at K+S Potash Canada's Bethune mine • Led and motivated a team to enhance solution mining productivity through innovative strategies • Set the strategic direction for solution mining operations, ensuring alignment with company goals
• Led a team of engineers and analysts to design and plan mining operations at K+S Potash Canada • Developed production forecasts by analyzing historical data to predict future mining performance • Designed infrastructure related to disposal wells, pipelines, and pad locations to enhance operational efficiency
• Spearheaded the expansion of grain and livestock operations at McEastview Agriculture Corp • Conducted comprehensive market analysis and cost-benefit assessments to inform land acquisition decisions • Managed EBITDA calculations and income/expense reporting to ensure financial health and operational efficiency
My fourth work term was at K+S Potash Canada where I worked as a Cavern Development Engineer: • Responsible for cavern management • Performed hydraulic analysis and pipeline modeling • Designed and implemented wellhead freeze prevention techniques
My third work term was at Mosaic Belle Plaine where I worked as a Process Engineer in the Wet End: • Redesigned a cooling pond pump house valve manifold • Performed internal inspections of crystallizers and evaporators during outages
My second work term was at Yara Belle Plaine where I worked as a Maintenance Engineer: • Utilized AutoCAD to design pipe routes for field implementation • Performed ultrasonic scanning to analyze corrosion in heat exchanger tubes • Designed ladders and safety rails for chemical stacks to meet OH&S code