Daniel M. Opper
Certified Engineering
Technologist (C.E.T.)
Several years of Northern Mine Site Work
& Experience, Technical, Independent, well
organized and detailed orientated Projects
Professional. Experienced in Project
Management, Mining, Reclamation and
Remediation, Geo-sciences, Geology, Geo-
technical and Surveying. Hard-working,
reliable, regimented and achievement
focused. Naturally creative. Outside-the-
box thinker. Find unique solutions to
complex problems. Strong desire to help
those around me.
**********@*****.***
5832 - 181 Street, Edmonton, Canada
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Mine Supervisor
KBL Environmental (Projects)
07/2023 - 11/2023, SEASONAL - Yellowknife, NWT
Development, implementation and maintenance of practical and effective environmental management programs.
Assisted in the planning, execution and delivery of all aspects of the Site Project.
Supervising work crews, conducting health and safety meetings, and documenting relevant information
Scheduling logistics, personnel, and subcontractors in coordination with the Project Manager
Coordinating with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely delivery of equipment, materials, and services Maintaining accurate and complete project
documentation, including daily time sheets and reports Assisting in tracking project status, performance, and completion to ensure successful outcomes
Conducting ongoing equipment inspections and
performing preventative maintenance
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL
SKILLS
Open Pit and U/G Experience
Earthworks Engineering
Volume metrics and Asset Tracking
Loading and Hauling
Ore Deposit Types and Associated
Commodities
3D Modelling
Software Programs - Microsoft Office
Surface /Underground Drilling
Mapping & Map Creation
Sampling Techniques
Survey Instrumentation
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Data Management Project Management
Administered Change Management Process
Document Reporting
Mechanical and Electrical
Northern Experience
Productivity Cycle Studies
Scheduling - Short & Long Term
Equipment Utilization and Optimization
Logistics Procurement
Budget and Cost Control
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Site Administrator/Coordinator
Pro Paint Canada Ltd.
08/2022 - 03/2023, Kiewit/Ledcor LP - Trans Mountain Tank Farm, Burnaby, BC
Providing a wide range of industrial experience in applications for new construction, maintenance, and resurfacing.
Orientations of new employees regarding Certifications and sign-offs on SOP's in reference to PEP's.
Tracking Daily Employee LEM's for submission to
Payroll.
Tracking daily fuel consumption, equipment and
manpower hours, usage of common consumables.
Supported Health & Safety Advisor with weekly project Site Inspections.
Supported Site Management with processing Daily
Reports and project site document control.
Procurement, ordering and receiving of supplies and consumables through the administration of materials requisition submittals.
Project Coordinator
Kettle River Contracting Ltd.
02/2022 - 08/2023, Contract - ( 7 Months) - TECK Coal - Greenhills Operations, Elkford, BC
Providing Heavy Civil Construction providing services to the resource development industry.
Administration of estimating, project planning, and scheduling to ensure the success of the Project.
Prepared project reports including execution methods, safety and quality improvements, and cost tracking. Assist coordination of job site set up, mobilization, project administration and close out.
Administer processes to track equipment, material and information.
Assist in the client and subcontractor change order process.
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL
SKILLS
Negotiate and resolve disputes
Coordination of Manpower and Equipment
Risk Mitigation and Assessment
Standard Operating Procedures
Health & Safety
Reclamation and Remediation
Erosion and Sediment Control Measures
Water Management
ORGANIZATIONS
The Alberta Society of Engineering
Technologists
Certified Engineering Technologist
10/1988 - Present,
Edmonton, Alberta
CERTIFICATES
WSCC Workers Safety - Surface Supervisor
Level II - 40576EN (07/2023 - Present)
St. John Ambulance - Intermediate First Aid
Level C. 23. IFAC. ED. 110***-****
(07/2023 - Present)
YOW Canada INC. TDG Classes (1-9)
(07/2023 - Present)
Alberta Construction Safety Association -
WHMIS 2015 (08/2022 - Present)
Alberta Construction Safety Association -
CSTS 2020 (08/2022 - Present)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA - Confined Space
Entry and Monitor (08/2022 - Present)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA - H2S Alive
(08/2022 - Present)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA - Fall Protection
(08/2022 - Present)
BC Mines Certification Program
(12/2021 - Present)
Mine Supervision Certification - #850566
Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists
(10/1988 - Present)
NORCAT - Surface Miner Modular Training
(03/2020 - Present)
ID# 811974. Certificate Number: 770210
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Manager
Kettle River Contracting LP
09/2021 - 12/2021, Contract - (3 Months) - TECK
Corporation - Coal Mountain
Spillway, Sparwood, BC
Providing Heavy Civil Construction providing services to the resource development industry.
Provided Project Management, supervision and over- sight for the construction of the Spillway downstream and adjacent to the Tailings Impoundment Area (TIA). Successful planning and execution of civil earthworks, water management prior to and during construction, erosion and sediment control, removal of waste rock and un-suitables during construction.
Budget and Cost Control.
Issued RFI's and CO's to the Client.
Procurement and logistics of materials and equipment. Succonded to resolve and negotiate disputes stemming from previous Project Manager.
Quality Control Coordinator
Sigfusson Northern Ltd.
05/2021 - 07/2021, Contract - (2 Months) - Argonaut Gold
- The Magino Project,
Dubreuilville,ON
Providing Heavy Civil Construction providing services to the resource development industry.
Implemented and developed the Project Quality Plan. Implemented and developed inspection and Test Plan. Supervision, mentored and trained Junior Staff on use of inspection sheets in reference to dams and TMF
earthworks construction.
Monitored execution of civil earthworks, excavation of waste rock and un-suitables of Foundations,
recommended areas requiring dewatering and water
management activities, Initiated erosion and sediment control with Environment.
CERTIFICATES
Ministry of Ontario - Department of Health
and Safety (03/2020 - Present)
Supervisors Level 4 and 5 Certification.
Construction Safety and Training Systems
(CSTS-09) (2013)
OSSA Regional Orientation Program (2012)
AGD 2009-190-02
Yukon College - Licensed Practical Nurse
(09/1993 - 06/1994)
LANGUAGES
English
Full Professional Proficiency
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Subject Matter Expert for File Reviews (Board
of Examiners) ASET - Alberta Society of
Engineering Technologists, 2015 - Present.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Construction Project Coordinator
Battle North Gold Corporation
01/2021 - 03/2021, Contract - (3 Months)- The Bateman Gold Project, Red Lake ON
Company bought out by Evolution Mining
Completed work packages for Site Infrastructure
development, construction, upgrades and demolition. Planning with project management waste management
activities and services for relocation, storage and expediting off-site to waste recycling facilities.
Involved with Pre-planning and sequencing of
construction for the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF). Involved with the Pre-planning and early works
activities for remediation, civil earthworks, water management and working with environment in the
implementation of work for areas requiring erosion and sediment control during construction.
Project Quality Control - Lead Inspector
Nuna Logistics LP
03/2020 - 07/2020, SEASONAL (4 Months) Detour Lake Mine Site - Mine Water Pond/Starter
Dam Cell #2
Provide Services in Earthworks Construction, Logistics and Procurement
Development and Implementation of ITP's
Assisted in the development of the PQP (Project
Quality Plan)
Inspections of foundation excavation, filter material and placement, fill placement and compaction, fill QC/QA testing i.e. granular filter proctors, and sieve results, fill densities and moisture
Monitored frequency of testing and frequency of fill placement
Reviewed specifications, procedures and specific
standards utilized in earthworks construction
Materials receiving inspections and unloading
supervision
Management of records for document control
Supervision, orientations and training of field
supervision and staff
Monitored excavations of civil earthworks, excavations of waste rock and unsuitable's for foundations.,
recommended areas requiring dewatering and water
management, initiated erosion and sediment control with environmental.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Mining Quality Inspector
AECOM - Mining Division/Oil & Gas Strategic
Business Unit
09/2019 - 02/2020, Contract - (7 Months) TECK BRE - EVO Tunnel Rehabilitation Project
Site, Sparwood, British Columbia
Provide Services in Mine Tunnel Rehabilitation, Logistics and Procurement
Development and Implementation of ITP's.
Reviewed with Project Management specifications,
procedures and specified standards utilized in
construction.
Supervised and monitored materials testing.
Supervision, Inspection, witnessing and verification to establish the quality of material, structures during installation.
Acceptance of tests upon completion of installations and equipment.
Materials receiving inspections and unloading
supervision.
Monitored storage methods and preventative
maintenance of installations.
Organization and implementation of records in
Document Control.
Monitored water management and construction waste
management activities with Environment.
EDUCATION
Diploma/Associates Degree in Mine
Engineering Technology
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
09/1983 - 06/1985, Edmonton, Alberta
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