With over 20 years of experience in the mining industry, both in Australia and internationally, Shaun brings demonstrated capability both as a Mining Engineer and as a Technical/Operational Leader. Shaun has worked across multiple commodities including Coal, Iron Ore, and Potash as both a consultant and directly for mine operators, and brings a unique mix of skills to the Talisman team that comes from working across all levels of the mining value chain. Most recently Shaun was the Head of a large technical organisation that was accountable for mine site and corporate activities relating to Geoscience, Mine Planning, Spatial, Geotechnical, Water and Closure Planning.

Jeremy Fox is a Chartered Professional Mining Engineer with over 12 years of experience across underground metals and open cut coal, spanning senior technical, planning and operational leadership roles. Since moving into consulting in the Underground Metals sector in 2022, he has led and contributed to complex studies including cutoff grade optimisation, feasibility and mine expansion studies, and Life of Mine planning. He is particularly experienced in leveraging Deswik software to deliver robust, transparent models for complex underground operations that inform investment decisions and operational strategy.

Paul is a Mining Engineer with over twenty years experience in the mining and resources industry, spanning both open cut coal and hardrock operations. Over his career he has held a number of technical, operational and senior leadership roles which have provided him deep experience in all facets of the mining value chain – mine planning, mine operations, continuous improvement, commercial, marketing, logistics and project management. Paul is safety focused and value driven, with a track record of leading and enabling teams to deliver results.

Francois is a Mining Engineer with 20 years of experience in Coal, Platinum and Uranium mining in both South Africa and Canada. He obtained his Mining Engineering degree from the University of Pretoria in 2005, obtained his South African Mine Managers’ Certificate of Competency in 2008 and registered as a Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa in 2012. Francois spent close to a decade in the mining operational environment managing production in opencast and underground coal operations before moving to Technical Services. As a Mining Engineer, Francois gained experience in dragline planning and simulation, drilling and blasting, loading and hauling, scheduling and design. Before joining mining consultancy, Francois was the Head of Department for Technical Services which included Geosciences, Rock Engineering, Mine Planning, Ventilation and Hygiene, Survey, LifeEx Projects, Business Improvement, Environmental Management and Safety on a large scale open cut coal operation.

Thomas Yim(Yimmy) is a Chartered Registered Professional Mining Engineer with a proven track record in optimising haulage planning to achieve maximum operational efficiency. With over 11 years of experience across a range of commodities, including diamonds, copper-gold, thermal coal, metallurgical coal, and iron ore, he brings deep technical expertise and practical insight to mining operations. Yimmy is highly skilled in haulage optimisation, mine scheduling, safety management, and operational problem-solving, supported by a strong hands-on background in pit supervision, coordination, truck operations, and shot firing. He is also a dedicated leader in workforce development, known for mentoring personnel at all levels, from operators to engineers, and is recognised for his strengths in leadership, communication, and continuous improvement across diverse mining environments.

Cohen Bell is a highly experienced mining engineer, production operations, and business improvement professional with 12 years of expertise in open cut coal mining operations. Having held key technical and leadership roles across both contract and owner-operator businesses at multiple Australian assets, Cohen has consistently led teams to optimise mine plans, enhance safety systems, and improve operational performance. His expertise spans the full lifecycle of mining projects, including feasibility studies, due diligence, and benchmarking. With a proven track record in designing and implementing systems that prioritise safety, culture, productivity, and cost control, Cohen has successfully delivered projects that consistently meet or exceed performance targets. Cohen is highly skilled in project management, communication, and continuous improvement, and is known for his tenacity and curiosity in optimising mining operations.

Claire McGahan is an experienced underground coal Mining Engineer with over a decade of expertise in mine planning, technical services, and underground coal operations. She specializes in developing life-of-asset (LoA) plans, managing technical mine planning support, and providing competent person reporting under JORC standards. Her background includes experience with Whitehaven Coal, RungePincockMinarco, and Anglo American, where she led various feasibility studies, mine designs, and risk management processes. Claire is also proficient in advanced mine planning software such as XPAC and Deswik, contributing to her strategic and operational success in the mining industry.

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.

Chris is an experienced leader and mining professional with over 15 years in the mining sector, specializing in open cut coal operations. With a keen interest in business improvement Chris has supported site teams develop significant value both directly as an Improvement Manager on site, as well as through his various roles in Mine Planning teams. Chris has expertise across a range of mine planning software packages and has demonstrated capacity across all mine planning time horizons and project stages.

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.

Pierre has 25 years of experience as a mining engineer, predominantly in open-cut coal mines throughout Queensland. His expertise in mine design, strategic planning, reserve estimation (JORC reporting) and project development enables Pierre to support across all time horizons and aspects of the mining value chain. With extensive experience in operational and corporate contexts, Pierre is able to engage with technical, operational and leadership teams for Talisman clients.

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.

Christian is an analytical and solution-focused Mining Engineer with a background in Civil Engineering and Finance. He brings extensive experience in Open Cut Scheduling, Design, Truck and Shovel operations, and Haulage Planning. With a strong technical skill set, commercial awareness, and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teams, he excels in optimizing mining processes and driving efficiency. His expertise spans communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement. He maintains a keen interest in the global resources sector, engineering innovation, financial modelling, and leveraging data-driven decision-making to support continuous improvement and long-term value creation.