About Us
Introduction
The ISEE Australian Chapter was incorporated in 2015 and is run entirely by volunteers as a not for profit Professional Society to give people in the Drill and Blast industry a forum to discuss and learn about new blasting techniques, standards, legislation and technology. All raised funds stay in the Chapter with the plan to provide sponsorships and student scholarships when possible.
Purpose:
As a voice of the industry, ISEE Australia promotes diversity and respect amongst our community. We encourage the development of self, professional relationships, knowledge and skills.
Goals:
- Increase connection and engagement
- Improved industry knowledge
- Promote diversity within the industry
- Advise policy makers
- Best practice governance
Our People
President – Paul Klaric (Fortescue Metals Group)
Vice President – Lee Julian (Blast Ability)
Past President and Founder – Mark Dean (Texcel)
Past President – Ryan Brogden (Frontier Safety)
Treasurer – Drew Martin (Blast It Global)
Secretary – Miguel Araos (STX Technologies)
Director – Maria Sullivan (Pilbara Minerals Limited)
Director – Sarah Foster (BMA)
Director – Paul Ahern (Ahern D & B Solutions)
Director – Tristan Worsey (Dyno Nobel)
Director – Anthony Gilchrist (Flashpoint Consultancy)
Committees
Conference Committee
Technical Review Committee
Subcommittee 1. Increase Connection and Engagement
Subcommittee 2. Improved Industry Connection
Subcommittee 3. Ensure Sustainable Growth
ISEE Australia Focus – Connecting Industry
We bring people together at local events to share knowledge/technology/innovation. We achieve this through running the annual ISEE Conference and schedule up to ten ISEE Chapter Events in major cities and regional areas each year. Each event offers two technical presentations on relevant D&B topics and all are welcome.
Our Goals
To actively engage our members by creating an inclusive community that fosters networking and the exchange of ideas and information among drill and blast practitioners.
To lead and manage events and programs designed to foster and enhance the professional development of our members.
We are committed to cultivating a more diverse and engaged community within the profession by advocating for drill and blast careers among young individuals and those new to mining.
Developing as the foremost authority in the drill and blast industry, our goal is to educate policy makers about our industry and identify, monitor, report and respond to public policy issues affecting the explosives industry.
We will maintain best practice governance systems to support our strategic objectives and deliver financially stable business outcomes.