Denis Frenette
Beresford,NB
Summary
Experienced Underground Miner with 19 years in underground development and production mining. Proficient in drilling, blasting, bolting, and ground support installation, with a strong commitment to safety (zero lost-time injury record). Skilled in operating Jumbo drills, Bolters, and other mining equipment, including Atlas Copco Rocket Boomer L2C (Electric Jumbo Bolter) and McLean Bolter. Experienced in rehab and drift mining using Jackleg and Stopper drills, as well as Down Hole (ITH) and Top Hammer Drills for production. Fully bilingual in English and French. Committed to efficiency, teamwork, and safe mining operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
McLean Bolter Operator
CMAC-Thyssen Inc, Raglan Mine
01.2022 - Current
- Operate McLean Bolter for ground support installation
- Ensure mesh installation and rock stabilization
- Follow strict mine safety protocols and procedures.
McLean Bolter Operator
RedPath Mining, Caribou Mine
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated McLean Bolter for production and development bolting
- Performed equipment inspections and maintenance
- Assisted in various underground mining operations.
Underground Miner
Hudbay Minerals, Flinflon
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Operated McLean Bolter and Jumbo drills for development and production
- Conducted Down Hole ITH drilling for longhole mining
- Performed rehab and drift mining using Jackleg & Stopper drills.
Underground Miner | McLean Bolter Operator | Down Hole ITH Operator
Glencore, Brunswick
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Worked in production and development as a McLean Bolter Operator
- Operated Down Hole ITH drills for ore extraction
- Installed ground support and followed strict safety procedures.
Jumbo Bolter Operator, BolterMcLean Operator
Nickel Rim South Mine
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Operated Jackleg and Stopper drills for development and rehab mining
- Used Atlas Copco Rocket Boomer L2C for drilling and bolting development
- Performed blasting, excavation, and ground support installations.
Education
High School Diploma -
ESN
Bathurst, NB06.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Roughneck Training
Atlantic Petroleum Training College
Halifax, NSSome College (No Degree) - Underground Mining
Norcat
Greater Sudbury, ONSkills
- Underground development and production mining
- McLean Bolter Operator
- Operation of Atlas Copco Rocket Boomer Jumbo Bolter
- Rehab and drift mining with Jackleg & Stopper drills
- Production drilling with Down Hole (ITH) and Top Hammer Drills
- Strong knowledge of mine safety regulations
- Ability to read and interpret mine plans
- Bilingual: English & French (written and verbal)
- Attention to detail 20/12 vision
- Valid Driver's license and General Explosives permit
Certification
- Mining Worker Modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7
- Ontario Common Core Certification (Including Jumbo and McLean Bolter Modules)
- General Explosives Permit (Valid)
- Valid Driver's License
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
McLean Bolter Operator
CMAC-Thyssen Inc, Raglan Mine
01.2022 - Current
McLean Bolter Operator
RedPath Mining, Caribou Mine
01.2021 - 01.2022
Underground Miner
Hudbay Minerals, Flinflon
01.2013 - 01.2021
Underground Miner | McLean Bolter Operator | Down Hole ITH Operator
Glencore, Brunswick
01.2009 - 01.2013
Jumbo Bolter Operator, BolterMcLean Operator
Nickel Rim South Mine
01.2005 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
ESN
Some College (No Degree) - Roughneck Training
Atlantic Petroleum Training College
Some College (No Degree) - Underground Mining
Norcat
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