Lulu Milfull is a student at the University of Queensland studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Science. She plans to specialize in Civil Engineering, with a major in Mining and Earth Science. Lulu is deeply committed to integrating her academic knowledge into real-world applications through being involved in various unique projects within Talisman. She aspires to further her career in the mining industry through Talisman, driven by her passion for innovation and sustainable mining practices.

Matthew is an experienced Mining Engineer, having worked across the coal sector in an international capacity over his career. Matthew brings a unique experience base having worked for operators in Technical Manager positions, as well as having worked as a Consultant for a number of years. As a result, Matt has the unique ability to pull together studies, as well as manage the operating technical aspects associated with a mine. Matthew has also worked internationally as an Operations Manager for a private coal company, as well as having worked as the Head of Mining Risk for a Global insurance underwriter.

Andrew has nearly 30 years of experience in Queensland and New South Wales coal mines, holding degrees in Mining and Mechanical Engineering, a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment, and statutory qualifications. He has served in various senior management operational, technical, and corporate roles, including Open Cut Mining Engineer at Oaky Creek, managing Thiess’ contract at North Goonyella and its transition to Peabody, and Cook Colliery Expansion Manager, where he led the concept study and transformation of a bord and pillar mine into a modern longwall operation.

Francois is a mining engineer with over 34 years’ experience in mining and mine operations management including in statutory roles in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia. Francois has a proven ability to successfully analyse an organisation’s critical business requirements, identify deficiencies and potential opportunities, and develop innovative and cost-effective safe solutions for enhancing competitiveness, increasing revenue, and improving customer service offering. He holds a BSc Mining Engineering, University of Pretoria and Site Senior Executive qualifications.

Charlie joins the team from Ulan where he was Technical Services Manager, providing technical, business and operational support for the ongoing success of Ulan Underground Mine. Prior to this he was Ulan’s Ventilation Officer responsible for implementing safe, productive and business risk improvement initiatives, including dust free seal construction and improved walk on – walk off longwall move ventilation arrangements mitigating spontaneous combustion risk. With a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mining Engineering degree and completion of Statutory Coal Mine Ventilation Officers Course.

Since completing a Bachelor of Mining Engineering at University of Queensland in 2012 and a Graduate Diploma in Mine Ventilation through UNSW in 2014, Robert has over 10 years’ experience working in operational, technical and business improvement roles throughout the Queensland mining industry. He first began his mining career at Oaky Creek Mine as an underground operator and then moved to Anglo American’s Grosvenor Mine where he worked as a Mining Engineer for 4 years. His experience provides him with the knowledge to support any mining operation as they strive to improve equipment utilisation, planning efficiency and cost reductions.

David Taft has worked as a Senior Geoscience Professional for over 15 years in both the consulting and coal and hard rock mining sectors in Australia. David has undertaken and managed exploration and investigation campaigns for brown and greenfield sites. He has also undertaken investigations of hydrogeological and hydrological systems both conceptually and numerically to provide practical and pragmatic input into concept and detailed designs for new open and underground mines and mine closure. He has significant experience in gas drainage activities, including managing surface to in seam drilling activities, gas well operation and maintenance and pilot drainage activities. David brings a rigorous safety mindset and strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining and petroleum and gas safety legislation developed during his years working in the coal mining industry. He holds a BSc. in Earth Science and graduate qualifications in Hydrogeology and Petroleum Geology.

Grant began his mining career in 2010 as a drilling offsider, working across multiple greenfield and brownfield exploration projects across Western Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland. In 2012, Grant completed a Bachelor of Mining and Geotechnical Engineering (Honours) through University Queensland. As a graduate, he worked in operational roles across several AngloAmerican underground operations before obtaining his Queensland Deputy’s Certificate of Competency. Before joining the Talisman team, Grant spent several years in operational and statutory leadership roles, including as an ERZ Controller, and relief Mining Senior Official.

Nicholas Mead is a dedicated mining professional with a strong background in mining engineering, driven by a passion for optimising mining operations and ensuring safety and compliance. With a diverse range of experiences across various roles in the mining industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the table. His extensive experience includes roles at Cowal Gold Operations, Evolution Mining, and Moranbah North Mine, Anglo American, where he excelled in mine planning and production forecasting. Nicholas thrives on challenges and is always keen to find innovative solutions to complex problems in the mining industry. With a strong foundation in mine planning, production forecasting, and technical services, he is committed to contributing his expertise to the success of future projects and the continued advancement of the mining sector.

Joshua joined Talisman from Redpath Australia where he was a Mining Estimator for 2 years. Prior to this, he was a Mining Engineer in the technical services team at Carborough Downs for Fitzroy Australia Resources and ABM Contractors. Joshua first began his underground coal mining career at Cook Colliery near Blackwater in 2014, gaining operational experience in development and longwall operations, belt installations and maintenance and mine planning. He graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) and Graduate Diploma of Mine Ventilation.

Julian has degrees in Mining Engineering, Geomechanics and Business Administration. He is a business leader with over 30 years’ experience in project delivery, operations management and provision of technical support. He spent the first half of his career in operational and technical roles in both underground and surface mines. He then moved into project development with responsibility for the exploration, permitting, evaluation and delivery of mining projects, before joining Bechtel where he gained significant project management experience. As an industry veteran, he wants to help others by sharing his experience in delivering advisory solutions and project management.

Ian is a mining industry veteran and stalwart, with a 40-year career spanning both Africa and Australia. Throughout his career, he has held leadership and executive positions in several major mining companies and managed numerous greenfield and brownfield projects, both underground and opencut. He is an effective leader who has developed a reputation for achieving excellence in high performance teams, cultural transformations and innovative technology.

Mathew has over 30 years experience in the mining industry, having worked across both underground and open cut coal in several leadership positions. Mathew brings the unique skillset of having been very hands-on, bringing an intricate knowledge of all mining equipment, as well as having worked in engineering leadership roles that have encompassed large scale procurement for longwall and open cut operations, engineering and maintenance management and feasibility studies.

Brad is a mining professional with 20 years of experience, holding an N4 Engineering Studies certificate, a Professional Certificate in Operations, and expertise in open cut and underground across various minerals, including Thermal Coal, Anthracite, Gold and Manganese operations. Building his experience from the coal face to the boardroom, he has managed operations and projects spanning feasibility, design, procurement, construction, and business transformation. As the former COO of Menar Mining Group, he oversaw safety, operational and cost performance, marketing, and logistics, and led key acquisitions. An industry leader passionate about teamwork, safety, and productivity, Brad can excel in various leadership roles across all aspects of a mining business.

Clinton has extensive experience in managing all facets of construction, mine operations, care and maintenance and mine rehabilitation. As a qualified Site Senior Executive, he’s successfully managed mining operations for companies such as BMA, Anglo American and Yancoal. He has a reputation for overseeing large mining operations and ensuring teams are functioning efficiently and in line with safety, HSE and production compliance. Most recently, he was SSE/Operations Manager for South32’s Eagle Downs site where he was responsible for maintaining statutory compliance during the study and transition phase of the project. Prior to this, from 2017 – 2019, he was responsible for major shutdowns across seven BMA mine sites, managing major rebuilds on 28 draglines and 17 electric rope shovels.

Todd Jackson is a mining engineer with several years experience in the industry. Todd Started out at Ulan after completing his bachelors degree in mining engineering and has worked at multiple underground operations since then including Wambo, Carborough Downs and Ironbark. Through his time in the industry he has held multiple positions in the technical services team including Senior Mining Engineer and Ventilation Officer. Throughout this time he has also completed his Graduate Diploma Of Mine Ventilation.

Dave has a wealth of experience in mine planning, scheduling, and software systems and brings extensive expertise to our team. He has a successful track record in short to medium term scheduling and budget forecasting, as well as experience in site process analysis and software system support. Previously, Dave was a Production Scheduler at Glencore’s Ulan West Underground operations and a Mine Planner at Bulga Underground. He supports our clients by providing support for their mine planning and scheduling needs.

Karl Barndale is an Operations Manager with over 20 years of experience in Underground (UG) Coal. Throughout his extensive career, he progressed from an operator to managerial roles, showcasing expertise across a broad spectrum of operational positions. Karl has been instrumental in notable project works such as the TBM drifts at Grosvenor, establishing the first coal at Grosvenor for both Development and Longwall, and managing Bord and Pillar operations focused on performance. Furthermore, his endeavors also encompass Road Header and drift drivages in New Zealand and from Carborough to CS.

Harry, a Principal Mining Engineer with RPEQ and FAusIMM(CP) affiliations, holds a Bachelor’s in Mining Engineering, an MBA, a Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Exploration, and a Graduate Diploma in Mine Ventilation. With over 28 years of local and international mining engineering experience, he excels in mine planning and scheduling, critical path analysis, and financial modeling, while effectively managing project teams. As a former Inspector of Mines, Harry drove health and safety improvements in the Queensland mining sector. In senior roles, he managed planning functions at Illawarra Metallurgical Coal and held positions at Anglo American, Peabody and Coal India Limited and led teams of engineers and planners. Harry brings valuable expertise and dedication to the mining sector.

Wynand Frederick Grobler, a Geotechnical Engineer with over a decade of experience, graduated from the University of Pretoria with a BEng in Mining Engineering followed by an Honours degree in Management of Technology. He also achieved a Rock Engineering qualification from the Chamber of Mines in 2019. Beginning his career with Anglo American, he climbed the ranks from Production Faceboss to Acting Rock Engineer from 2012 to 2019. Since 2019, Grobler has been a Geotechnical Engineer at Open House Management Solutions Pty Ltd, leading intricate projects such as shaft designs, stability analyses, and mine re-establishments. Fluent in English and Afrikaans, he is adept at various modelling software and is affiliated with esteemed professional associations, including SANIRE, SAIMM, and SACMA.

Dennis Wilkes is an experienced Project Controls Manager with 25+ years of experience across mining and mineral processing industries in Asia and Australia. He started his career as a Civil Engineer, progressing into various project controls roles in several coal related projects including underground mines, CHPP’s, and coal export terminals. His competencies include scheduling, budgeting, cost estimation, risk, and change management. Dennis has a significant track record in both consulting services and on site with Contractors, participating in feasibility studies, detailed design, and implementation phases. He holds a master’s degree in project management from the Queensland University of Technology.