1. Paul Rainbow
Operation Management
Overvie w
A results orientated and highly experienced Manager with a
proven track record in developing implementing and
successfully operating medium sized projects. Focused on
positive safety performance, practical operating systems
and motivating staff so that goals are exceeded.
Career Summary
Hei Long P/L 2012-present
General Manager – Feasibility & Acquisitions,
Metals Exploration Ltd 2012 4 months
Country Manager - Philippines
Hei Long P/L 2010-2012
GM-Operations – Feasibility studies
Petromin (PNG) 2009-2010
GM – Mining
Director Eda Minerals
Leyshon Resources Ltd 2008-2009
Country Manager - China
Project Manager - Heilongjang
Zeehan Zinc Ltd 2007-2008
Mine General Manager
Adelaide Brighton Ltd 2004-2007
Mine General Manager
Department of Primary Industries 1998-2004
Mines/Explosives Inspector
Quarries Manager
Sum Cheong Resources 1995-1998
GM – Mining (Myanmar)
Dyno Wesfarmers 1994-1995
Regional Manager NSW
Various 1986 – 1993
Mine Manager
Ravenswood
Wharoo
Nagambie
Temora
.Exploration 1978-1986 inc (BEng 80-84)
Anglo American
CRA.Ex
Personal Detail s
Address 156 Eastern Circ, Albury, NSW, 2640
Phone: +61 (0) 437773343
Email: psrainbow@optusnet.com.au
Qualification/s: B.Eng (min), G.AICD, C4Train& Assessment
Mine Managers Cert of Comp: Vic, NSW, Qld, WA(rec)
Detailed CV available on request.
Skills
A Company focused Corporate Manager
Risk and Safety Management
Highly competent in:- evaluation, analysis, implementation,
documentation and training for safety systems in both
operational and corporate environments.
Company Representation
A good negotiator, capable of achieving consensus with
diverse stakeholder groups. A broad depth of operational
knowledge and experience in dealing with Statutory bodies
while a genuine desire to do the right thing for others
becomes apparent when dealing with NGO/Locals.
Operating Systems
Developed fully integrated Company Policy to Procedures
documentation for MTL. Restructured reporting policies for
Petromin PNG ensuring that the BOD became aware of all
subsidiary activities in a timely manner.
A Results focused Operational Manager.
Construction.
Seven mine builds to date, over-site of all Capital
infrastructure - access roads, foundations, structure, , plant
and equipment, services and control systems. Used to
working on technically challenging and remote/isolated
sites.
Innovative Engineer.
Savings of 20% on CAPEX for Heilongjang by re-designing
the plant layout. Projected savings of 50% CAPEX from a
total redesign of the mining method for Solwara project.
Complete redesign of site Infrastructure for ABL major
savings >$5M in road, bridge costs.
Change Management
Instigated study into feasibility of off-shore processing for
Gas/condensate production in PNG. Achieved 500% growth
in sales over budget for DWL by introducing bulk delivery of
explosives to the NSW market
Financial Management
Practical Financial Manager. Able to compile operational
budgets from first principles and interrogate the P&L to
identify areas where savings might best be achieved.
Reconciliation of actual vs budget. Optimisation of cash
flow thru production sequencing and scheduling of capital
procurement
Resource Management
Highly experienced in the exploration for, evaluation and
development of grass roots / established projects; modelling
and feasibility, TFS and BFS studies
Strategic Planning
Takes a Holistic approach to planning, is able to identify the
flow thru effects from actions at one point to another. Highly
innovative when traditional methods are not apparent
Team Development
Dedicated to succession planning with regular two way
performance reviews between levels. Leads by example and
encourages an open door policy for all workers. Promotes
mentoring and identifying / developing workers natural
abilities