DANIEL ERIC PERSAUD

E-mail: accrfy@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 416-***-**** Markham, ON L3R 6Y1

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Computer Skills Hands On Certification and Training

Full Driver’s licence (G)

Microsoft Office RTK GPS

AutoCAD Modular Dispatch and CAT MineStar Professional Supervisor

Minescape Wireless MESH Communications WHMIS

Shotplus-i I-Kon Logging Efficient Blasting Techniques

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Walter Energy – Wolverine Mine - Tumbler Ridge, BC 2011 - 2013

Engineer-in-Training Intern

Drill and Blast design:

Responsible for pattern design, explosives forecasting, explosives loading, blast tie-in and blast

monitoring

Achieved 10% reduction in powder factor through transition from detonating cord to electronic

detonation system (i-Kon). Increased efficiency allowed for an expansion in the design standard

without compromising blasting results

Worked closely with geologist, survey crew, production managers and planning engineers to

develop extraction sequences that would ensure production targets were met on time

Short Range Planning:

Scheduled mining sequence to optimize productivity, safety, quality and cost

Monitored waste rock design for PAG material to ensure compliance with environmental

regulations and permits

Assigned blending locations for different grades of ore to ensure contract requirements were met

Presented detailed plans and maps to operation and survey crews on a weekly basis

“Aquila” Site-Champion:

Managed vendor mechanics, site electricians and maintenance crews for duration of installation

Calibration and troubleshooting of sensors, touchscreen and safety overrides for use on-board

production drills

Provided operator training on the use of the new system

Compiled and coded list of operators for employee tracking and payroll management

Designed and implemented in-pit wireless mesh network system (Wi-Fi)

Customized reports for on-demand (real-time) production data

Survey:

Drilling pattern layout using RTK GPS system (Trimble)

Face advancement pickup and elevation marking

Maptek I-site scanning and update of topography control file

Ministry of Transportation of Ontario - Toronto, On 2010 (May - August)

Intern - Highway Inspector

Inspected work performed on highway 400 series roadways in the Greater Toronto Area to ensure

compliance with Ministry of Transportation technical specifications.

Optimized proposed redesign and reconstruction of a section of Highway 401 in Scarborough,

Ontario

Sounded and identified deficient areas of bridge concrete for removal and repair

Measured and reconciled estimated materials use with actual materials use

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Amec Earth and Environmental – Burlington, On 2009 (May - August)

Student Field Inspector

Field inspector on a roadway resurfacing contract in the City of Oakville

o Recorded times work, equipment, labour and material used each day

o Marked damaged roadway areas and concrete sidewalk and curb areas for repair

o Addressed residents’ concerns and requests for additional repair work

o Measured areas of construction for payment

Estimated quantities for the construction of an auto racing track in Fort Erie, Ontario

The Miller Group – Brennan Paving – Downsview, On 2008 (May - August)

Student Intern

Worked on project to construct a dedicated Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) bus lane from

Downsview subway station to York University campus.

Prepared contract documents and construction drawings for approval submittals

Coordinated construction drawing revisions between TTC and consultant

Organized site meetings with utility companies to ensure construction activity would not interfere

with public services

EDUCATION

University of Toronto 2013

Bachelor of Applied Science – Lassonde Mineral Engineering

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM)

EXTRA-CURRICULARS

Volunteer: PDAC – Convention Ambassador 2009

Provide assistance and directions to convention guests

Canadian Mining Games 2013 Canadian Mining Games 2011

Competed in Montreal, QC Competed in Edmonton, AB

Mechanical Design (3rd) Surveying

Equipment Handling Equipment Handling (2nd)

Equipment Selection (2nd) “Mystery” Event – Rock Climbing (2nd)

“Mystery” Event (3rd) Mine Rescue

INTERESTS AND HOBBIES

Automotive maintenance and repair

Hiking

Rock Climbing

Golf

Music – Guitar, Singing

CFA Level 1 (In Progress)

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