Dean Magaina

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About Dean Magaina

Dean Magaina Mining Engineer Grad Engineer (School of Science and Engineering, Ballarat) Profile I have over 10 years experience in open cut, exploration and large civil projects throughout Australia. Expertise Project management to adhere to federal accredited management systems and controls on large scale civil projects. Engineering Design: Working with the medium term planning team to understand and/or influence the project value drivers to maximise their impact. Determine the appropriate mining methodologies for mining projects. Drill & Blast and Exploration Drilling: Planning and execution of these programs with an emphasis on continuous improvement and safety Contractor Management: Co-ordination and supervision of drilling, blasting and earthmoving contractors. Monitoring of cost versus budget/contract. Computer Proficiency: Maptek Vulcan Design, Microsoft Office Suite Career Highlights Blackwater Mine : Construction and delivery of monthly and rolling 12 month schedules with tight windows for pit turnover and challenging pit and operational conditions ActiveX Limited: Supervised 3 operations and 5 EPM’s located in Queensland. Professional Experience Project Engineer Ertech Holdings Mining Engineer 2012 – 2013 Xenith Consulting Pty Ltd Graduate Mining Engineer 2011 – 2012 Echelon Mining Project Supervisor 2009 – 2011 BMA Blackwater Mine Contracts Project Supervisor 2006 – 2009 ActiveX Limited Logistics Coordinator 2005 – 2006 Terra Search Pty Ltd