A Mining Engineer with over 26 years of experience inclusive of 15 years mine management and executive roles, Damon has worked in studies, projects, operations and innovation across Australia, USA, Papua New Guinea and Africa.Damon has had considerable success turning around mining projects and studies resulting in the construction of multiple mines in Africa as well as significant operational success in Australia. He has also been heavily involved in mining innovation and has personally developed techniques and strategies for the mining industry.Damon holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining from the Western Australian School of Mines and has held numerous statutory appointments across the African and Australasian regions.