Lachlan Bate

Background

About Lachlan Bate

I have worked in the mining industry since 2005 starting as a Cadet for the NSW Mines Rescue Service. This job kick-started my passion of further pursuing a career in the mining industry, through my time with the MRS I gained a wealth of knowledge in health and safety, rescue, emergency preparedness and associated technical apparatus knowledge. In 2007 I commenced employment with Coal Mines Technical Services (CMTS), in this role I completed my trade in Electrical Instrumentation followed by a Diploma in Laboratory Technology (Specialising in Chemistry and Forensics) and a Diploma of Management. This technical grounding helped me excel in my profession as a Technical Officer, I have developed a depth of knowledge and experience in: atmospheric monitoring, calibrations, repairs, sales, training, auditing, quality management and much more. My work has taken me to many different sites around NSW and QLD and through my time as a Technical Officer/Field Service Technician I have developed many lasting and sound relationships with all levels of personnel onsite. In 2018 I was offered and began the position of Service Coordinator at CMTS, coordinating our Technicians schedules, arranging work, preparing invoices, conducting audits etc. As of February 2020 I gained a promotion to Service and Business Development Manager. My position is based in Wollongong NSW, I lead a team servicing the NSW and QLD mining industry in NATA certification of gas detectors and repair and overhaul of electrical equipment for hazardous areas Ex’ia’ to AS/NZS: 3800, NATA accredited diesel engine emissions testing and diesel particulate analysis to the MDG29 guideline. CMTS also conducts NATA certified gas chromatography analysis, NATA accredited NIOSH 5040 method of elemental and organic carbon analysis (coal dust) and on filter quartz analysis (silica). My goal is to help lead our team by developing our business into the best we can be, while focusing on delivering exceptional customer service to our industry. At CMTS and Coal Services, we pride ourselves on our purpose to protect the workers and employers of our industry, through our team living our values of ‘We Care, We Work Together, We Make a Difference’. I truly believe in our team and our ability to be viewed as benchmarks of our profession. I have an absolute passion for customer service/satisfaction and feel it is a key indicator of true business performance. I look forward to more new and exciting challenges which lay ahead throughout my Career.