Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Timeline
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Ted Rolles

Ted Rolles

Yellowknife ,NT

Summary

Detail-oriented Production Worker offering proven history of managing physically demanding tasks and dynamic work conditions. Hardworking and diligent with Twenty Four years of process plant mineral processing expertise. Versed in reviewing work instructions and adhering to relevant safety, security, environmental and government guidelines. Self-motivated Production Technician follows safety practices, policies and procedures to consistently drive safe job performance. Working knowledge of machine mechanics and troubleshooting and continuously learns new technologies. Seasoned Production Technician with hands-on experience inspecting and testing equipment and performing maintenance tasks such as making minor equipment adjustments. Tech-savvy individual possessing outstanding safety record and documented history of increasing efficiency and decreasing costs. Well-versed in maintaining and monitoring physical inventories and creating comprehensive reports on status of operating equipment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ekati Diamond Mine- Production Technician

Burgundy Diamond Mines
Remote Site, Lac DeGras, NT
04.2013 - Current
  • Implemented and updated safe operating procedures, job hazard analyses and task managements for both individual and group tasks.
  • Calibrated operating parameters to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards while increasing productivity and longevity.
  • Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions verbally to manager, affected staff and during safety meeting, also documented on check sheets, log books and if required shift change reports.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of supplies on hand.
  • Monitored employee actions through job safety observations for adherence to safety procedures.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
  • Used hand trucks, Front end loaders, forklifts and overhead cranes to complete tasks and transport items.
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Oversaw, supported and assisted tradesmen in setup and Inspection of operational equipment resulting in efficient start ups.
  • Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
  • Tested products & equipment for functionality and quality, troubleshot problems with equipment, devices or products.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on continued basis.
  • While on site maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time and ready.
  • Patrolled plant areas and noted, changed, investigated or repaired unsafe conditions and practices to eliminate dangerous hazards.
  • Responsible for both working in confined space and fall arrest/working at heights.
  • Reviewed shut down list to plan shutdown procedures for maintenance down days.
  • Efficiently Shut down and Start up of plant.

Ekati Diamond Mine -Metallurgical Support Tech

BHP Billiton Diamonds Inc.
10.2000 - 04.2013
  • Recovery Plant Operator:
  • (Accountability & Ownership of High Security Area, Control Room Duties (MMI, HMI interfacing, CCTV controls & monitoring, Dispatch, Confined Spaces, Equipment Inspection, Ensuring Safety/Security protocols & Environment Standards & process parameters are met, sustained or exceeded, Fall Arrest/Working at Heights, High Security Area, Housekeeping, Lockout/Tagout & Lockboxes, Logbooks & Checklists, Over See- Assist & Inspect Maintenance Personnel Jobs, Perform General maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Magnetic Separation, Monthly Fire Equipment Inspections, Monitoring and ensuring both Equipment and Process Parameters are maintained, Rigging & Lifting, Responsible for Issuing Working at Heights and Confined space permits, Sizing, Shutdown & Startup, Tails Audit & Recovery, Vacuum and Blower Pneumatic Transports, X-Ray Sorting/Separation).
  • Process Plant Operator:
    -Crushing & Grinding (Jaw crushers, Cone Crushers, Roll Crushers, Stationary & Mobile Sizing units).
  • -Feed Preparation (Screening, Conveying and Scrubbing).
  • -Heavy Media Separation (use of Ferrosilicon as a medium and Cyclones to create a sinkable/floatable split).
  • -Tailings (pipeline inspection, pump house inspections, reagent additions and consumption, monitoring pressures/temperatures and predictive maintenance).
  • -Various Equipment Operation (OH Cranes, IT‐28, Bobcats).
  • -Mentoring Peers: (On the job training through sharing of knowledge and experience to assist with peers development).
  • Sort House Technician:
  • (Responsible for Refinement, Sorting & Evaluation, Keeping strict accounting ledger, Vault security, and shipment of product).
  • Metallurgical Laboratory Technician:
  • (Sampling, Sizing, Auditing, Data Entry, Settling Testing, Mass balance tests, Reagent testing and inventory).
  • Sample Plant Operator:
  • (Auditing Bulk and Bagged Samples end to end in a small DMS plant).

Security Officer Supervisor

Secure Check NWT Ltd.
02.1998 - 10.2001
  • To regulate resume length this section has been left empty, however detailed work history for this role is available upon request!

Correctional Officer

Great Slave Yellowknife Correctional Center
08.1996 - 04.1999
  • Detailed work history for this role is available upon request.

Apprentice Electrician

Ryfan Electric
08.1994 - 10.1996

My electrical experience was gained through both new commercial and residential construction as well as commercial renovations. Specific duties, job sites and experience available upon request.

Education

Grade Twelve Equivalency , GED - Adult Education

Aurora College
04.1995

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Quality Control
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Mineral Processing
  • Risk Assessment
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Maintenance Understanding
  • Production Knowledge

Certification

BC Mine Certifications-Supervisor

CSA Intermediate/Standard Workplace First Aid with CPR and AED

Fall Protection Level 2

ZIP Training Level 1

Welding Safety

Radiation Level 1

Isolation Level 1

Hot Work & Fire Watch

Fire Safety Awareness

Cross Cultural Awareness

Air Purifying Respirators

WSCC, Mine Health and Safety Act Supervisor Certificate. Level 1

WHMIS, Train The Trainer

WHMIS 2015

Standard First Aid/CPR C & AED

WSCC Incident & Accident Investigations

Confined Space, Level 1

Fatal Risk Control Awareness

Fatigue Management

Fire Extinguisher Inspections

Fire Extinguisher Test

HSE Management System Awareness

Job Hazard Analysis Awareness

Job Observations

MX 6 Gas Detector

Occupational Hygiene

Overhead Power Line Safety

Scaffolding Awareness

Waste Management

Working at Heights Level 1

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Propane Properties

Correctional Officer Certification, Peace Officer Designation.

Firearms Acquisition Certificate

Ansul Fire Protection Systems

Bobcat/Skid Steer Loader

Integrated Tool Carrier IT28

Nuclear Gauge Safety

Accomplishments

    2004: The North American Occupational Safety and Health.

    In Recognition for the best group presentation for NAOSH week.

    2010: Long-standing Service Awards,

    1. In appreciation for 10 years of outstanding service,

    2. Recognition of 10 years of Safety Performance.

    2016: Long-standing service award,

    In Appreciation of 15 years of outstanding Service Award.

    2020: Long-standing Service Award,

    In Appreciation of 20 Years of Continuing Service.

Additional Information

Volunteer activities:

Search & Rescue

civil air search and rescue association

CASARA NWT.

Marketing Promotions & Sales

Saskatchewan Horse Racing Commission

Fundraising

Kids sport Canada

Students Against Distracted Driving

SADD NWT

Timeline

Ekati Diamond Mine- Production Technician

Burgundy Diamond Mines
04.2013 - Current

Ekati Diamond Mine -Metallurgical Support Tech

BHP Billiton Diamonds Inc.
10.2000 - 04.2013

Security Officer Supervisor

Secure Check NWT Ltd.
02.1998 - 10.2001

Correctional Officer

Great Slave Yellowknife Correctional Center
08.1996 - 04.1999

Apprentice Electrician

Ryfan Electric
08.1994 - 10.1996

Grade Twelve Equivalency , GED - Adult Education

Aurora College
Ted Rolles