David Kilfoy
Glovertown,NL
Summary
Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual 18 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments in the mining & explosives industry. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
01.2023 - Current
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Implemented best practices and standard operating procedures.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
Operations Manger
Dyno Nobel
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
Operations Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Implemented best practices and standard operating procedures.
- Liaised with subcontractors regarding work progress.
- Assisted managers in interviewing and selecting new workers.
- Troubleshot issues to keep machinery and tools operational.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
Bulk Truck Driver/Relief Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
12.2015 - 05.2020
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
- · Relief Supervise when needed & complete all Supervisory tasks in a professional and timely manor
Plant Operator/Relief Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies.
Inventory Coordinator
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
04.2008 - 01.2010
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Investigated and resolved variances in inventory counts on monthly basis.
- Managed all related documentation and records for department.
- Performed full inventory counts every 30 days.
- Purchased new supplies in line with projections and current inventory levels.
- Created databases and spreadsheets to improve inventory management accuracy.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Implemented systems for tracking and managing stock levels with accuracy and precision.
- Developed materials to educate staff on proper inventory management techniques.
Driller
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
03.2006 - 04.2008
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
- Monitored, executed, and documented drilling operations on multiple types of drill rigs.
- Completed field reports and boring logs on daily basis and discussed issues with site supervisor.
- Followed established business practices, regulatory requirements and job safety protocols.
- Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
Blaster Helper
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
03.2005 - 04.2008
- Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Determined suitability for blasting activities and safety of personnel and property after conducting blast site inspections.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Certificate - Managment Esstials
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB01.2022
Certificate - Metal Fabrication
College of The North Atlantic
Burin05.2003
High School Diploma -
Marystown Central High School
Marystown, NL06.2002
Skills
- Safety Program Compliance
- Project Oversight
- Video Conferencing
- Stress Tolerance
- Field Inspection
- Job Assignments
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Coordinate Team Operations
- Document Quality
- Safety Assessments
- Verifying Time Sheets
- Team Supervision
Certification
-Management Essentials
- Ontario Supervisor Level 1
- NT/NU Level 2 Supervisor
- Metal Fabrication
- TDG
- WHMIS
- Chemical Awareness
- Confined Space
- Working At Heights
- Standard First Aid / AED
Additional Information
- Eleven plus years of experience with employees working under my Supervision.
- Fluent when using Manger Plus – Fleet Management System
- Proficient computer skills using various programs such as SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word etc.
- Extensive comprehension in mining operations
References
Norm Ladouceur
Corporate Manager H&S
Agnico Eagle – Corporate
Cell -1-819-860-6258
norman.laduceur@aganicoeagle.com
Stephan Morin
Senior Drill & Blast Supervisor
Agnico Eagle – Detour Lake Mine
Cell – 1-705-262-6005
stephane.morin23@agnicoeagle.com
Joe MacLaren
Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
Cell Phone – 1-506-366-8073
joseph.maclaren@am.dynonobel.com
Timeline
Operations Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
01.2023 - Current
Operations Manger
Dyno Nobel
04.2022 - 01.2023
Operations Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
05.2020 - 04.2022
Bulk Truck Driver/Relief Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
12.2015 - 05.2020
Plant Operator/Relief Site Supervisor
Dyno Nobel
01.2010 - 12.2015
Inventory Coordinator
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
04.2008 - 01.2010
Driller
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
03.2006 - 04.2008
Blaster Helper
Dyno Nobel (dnx Drilling)
03.2005 - 04.2008
Certificate - Managment Esstials
University of New Brunswick
Certificate - Metal Fabrication
College of The North Atlantic
High School Diploma -
Marystown Central High School
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