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ROBERT DUNN

Spring Creek,NV

Summary

Senior Control Room Operator and Relief Shift Supervisor with over 18 years of expertise in plant operations within fossil fuel and renewable energy sectors. Demonstrated success in maintaining safe operational standards, enhancing personnel training, and ensuring environmental compliance. Strongly committed to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement, with a focus on fostering collaborative team environments. Actively pursuing opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Control Room Operator/Shift Supervisor

Nevada Gold Mines
Carlin, NV
02.2025 - Current

Lead and oversee real-time monitoring of critical operations, ensuring continuous safety and environmental compliance.

Implement operational changes that resulted in a 15% increase in efficiency and a 10% reduction in downtime over the past year.

Manage complex control systems, quickly identifying and addressing potential issues before they affect operations.

Collaborate closely with field operations and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimize workflow.

Train and mentor a team of 5 + junior operators, ensuring they adhere to best practices and are prepared for shift transitions.

Prepare detailed performance reports for upper management, highlighting operational performance, maintenance needs, and safety compliance.

Assistant Control Room Operator/Trainer

NV Energy
Carlin, NV
04.2022 - 02.2025
  • Operated control systems at a double-unit 500 MW coal-fired power plant, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Trained and mentored new operators, enhancing team performance and skill development.
  • Managed the operation of medium and high-voltage breakers, including switchgear, yard breakers, and PT fuses.
  • Coordinated lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures for planned outages, ensuring safety and compliance.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving electrical and mechanical issues in real-time.

Gold Mine Process Operator/Leadman

Barrick Gold North America
Leeville, NV
04.2006 - 03.2012
  • Led a five-person crew responsible for heap leach operations and heavy equipment operations.
  • Managed carbon regeneration, striping, and transport to gold recovery systems, ensuring high-quality output.
  • Trained team members on safe work practices and operational procedures, ensuring adherence to NDEP, EPA, and MSHA regulations.
  • Operated PLC interfaces to control pumps and manage the movement of carbon.
  • Certified in HDPE pipe welding, contributing to maintenance operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Spring Creek High School
Spring Creek, NV
05-2005

General Studies - 2005-2006

University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV

Skills

  • Control Systems: Emerson Ovation DCS, PLC Interface
  • Energy Generation: Fossil Fuel and Solar PV Operations
  • Team Leadership & Training: Supervision, Mentorship, Safety Training
  • Operational Efficiency: Troubleshooting, Issue Resolution
  • Safety Compliance: Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO), Hot Work, Confined Space, Working at Heights
  • Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments

Certification

  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • American Hear Association CPR
  • Qualified Electrical Worker
  • HDPE Pipe Welding (McElry)
  • LOTO Procedures, Hot Work, Confined Space, Working at Heights

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Control Room Operator/Shift Supervisor

Nevada Gold Mines
02.2025 - Current

Assistant Control Room Operator/Trainer

NV Energy
04.2022 - 02.2025

Gold Mine Process Operator/Leadman

Barrick Gold North America
04.2006 - 03.2012
  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • American Hear Association CPR
  • Qualified Electrical Worker
  • HDPE Pipe Welding (McElry)
  • LOTO Procedures, Hot Work, Confined Space, Working at Heights

High School Diploma -

Spring Creek High School

General Studies - 2005-2006

University of Nevada, Reno
ROBERT DUNN