Committee Members are elected at each Annual General Meeting for a one or two year term. At the end of their term, committee members are eligible for re-election.
All positions are voluntary and Committee Members are expected to actively manage a portfolio within the Committee, regularly attend Committee meetings (held monthly) and assist at WA Mining Club events.
With over 30 years of experience in the mining and resources sectors, Dani’s career has focused on Recruitment, HR, OHS, and Behavioral Predictive Analytics for talent. She excels at introducing candidates to companies that value their skills and works collaboratively to ensure excellent employment opportunities. Dani’s consultancies, THE resources HUB and Resourceful Women, emphasize diversity and inclusion by empowering women to re-enter the industry. Additionally, she has significant experience in creating strategies for local employment initiatives within the Pilbara Indigenous community.
Founder and Director – THE Resources HUB
Retired mining Executive having spent four decades working in the industry across Australia, North America, South America, Asia and Africa in senior roles for Mining Contracting organisations.
Particular strength in underground hard rock mining utilising mechanised fleets and shaft sinking/vertical development.
Natalie joined Roy Hill in March 2016, bringing over 20 years of experience in agriculture, law, and mining. As an active Club member, she advocates for industry inclusiveness and challenges the status quo. Dedicated to empowering the next generation, she facilitates learning opportunities, career pathways, and mentorship connections. Natalie aims to provide the latest and most reliable information to advance the mining industry and foster technical innovation for members and the global community.
Mining Engagement Lead – Convergio
Email: secretary@waminingclub.asn.au
Hanns is the treasurer of the WA Mining Club and oversees the financial administration of the club, reporting the results of the club to its members and committee. He is tasked with safeguarding the assets of the club and its members.
Outside of the club, he is a Director at Deloitte with strong experience in audits of large listed and multinational companies in Australia and overseas, focussing on ASX 200 companies, predominantly in the mining industry.
This direct experience with finance and the mining industry provides him with the required foundation to better serve the Club and its members.
Director – Deloitte
email: treasurer@waminingclub.asn.au
Sharon is the General Manager – Social Performance and External Relations. She joined Gold Road in June 2011 and has more than 20 years’ experience in mining, agribusiness and legal.
Her current responsibilities include managing corporate aspects of the organisation, ESG and Sustainability, Stakeholder and Community Engagement, External Affairs, Native Title and day-to-day operations.
Previously she held roles as Practice Manager for Perth law firm, Middletons, and was instrumental in the set-up of the newly merged firm, including implementation of IT solutions, financial and human resources functions, and risk and compliance. Sharon has also worked for Wesfarmers as Executive Assistant to the Finance Director including assisting in the investor relations function engaging with stakeholders, analysts, fund managers and shareholders.
She holds a Masters of Business Administration, is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has a Diploma in Financial Markets.
General Manager, Corporate – Gold Road Resources
Jordan grew up in and around her family’s mining services and manufacturing business where she currently holds the position of Director of Strategic Initiatives at MAX Plant and Striker and sits on the Executive Committee. Jordan holds a bachelor’s degree in Commerce majoring in marketing and management. She is passionate about inclusivity, innovation, and participating in the ongoing development of the mining industry. Jordan is committed to giving back to the community and plays crucial roles in NFP organisations. Jordan promotes diversity in the workplace and is proud of her own Indigenous heritage.
CEO – Barakee
Email: marketing@waminingclub.asn.au
Since graduating from the WA School of Mines in the early 90s as a Mining Engineer, Rob has enjoyed a diverse resource industry career spanning more than 3 decades. Rob’s natural habitat is underground mine contracting, having spent half of his career with Macmahon Underground and a few years at Swick Mining Services. Beyond this, he’s had broad exposure to most facets of the resources industry, having worked in both underground and in open pit mining for both owner miners and contractors as well as part owning a mining supply company (Total Coolants), Following his last full time role as CEO of Novo Resources, he is now semi-retired and working as a consultant, actively involved in the WA Mining Club and mentoring a number of young professionals. Rob is regarded by his peers as being an energetic, innovative and creative thinker that understands the power of networking.
Consultant, RH Consultants
Tim is an experienced Business Development Manager with more than 20 years of experience in industrial sectors such as Mining and Oil & Gas. For the past 4 years he has been involved in major power station projects within the Australian resource industry, getting involved during all stages of project development. He is a committee member of the Western Australia Mining Club where he is the Membership Lead.
Business Development Director – Cross Boundary Energy
Melinda is a WASM Alumni with a Bachelor of Engineering (Minerals Engineering aka. Metallurgist). Melinda has dedicated 30 years to the mining industry, working across multiple commodities in roles that include consulting, technical and production.
As an active member of the WA Mining Club, Melinda is an advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion within the industry. Committed to the sustainability of the Resource and Energy sectors, Melinda aims to inspire the emerging generation’s entry into the mining sector, by sharing lived experiences as a panel mentor.
General Manager, Schramm
Drew is a proven leader with 23 years experience in the mining and resources sector, specializing in project management, asset management, and mobile equipment operations. A Heavy Diesel Mechanic by trade with ongoing Executive MBA studies, he has honed a versatile skill set that includes financial management, strategic partnership management, and industry standards compliance.
Through Drew’s tenure at both Tier One mining houses and leading contractors in the industry, he has showcased his strategic foresight and collaborative prowess, where he has spearheaded mobile equipment strategies, negotiated global agreements, and championed initiatives for emission reduction and technological innovation. Drew’s commitment to excellence is evident in his track record of managing large-scale capital projects, fostering high-performance teams, and implementing process improvements.
With his comprehensive understanding of the mining industry and proven leadership acumen, Drew feels he is poised to make invaluable contributions to the WA Mining Club committee. His expertise in project management, supply chain optimization, and stakeholder engagement aligns seamlessly with the committee’s objectives, promising to drive positive change and foster a thriving mining community.
Group Manager – Mobile Maintenance, Westgold Resources Limited
The WA Mining Club Young Professionals aspires to drive diversification and innovation within the mining industry, through creation of a forum that supports development and retention of young professionals. We will establish a career-long network of individuals who are building their careers in mining.
Members of the WA Mining Club receive access to a broad range of industry speakers, who discuss technical, operational, legislative and regulatory matters, as well as sharing thoughts on the broader industry.
Our monthly luncheons are regularly attended by in excess of 300 members, all eager to listen, talk and share information about their experiences with their industry peers.
Being a member of the WA Mining Club provides the very best opportunity around to meet other industry professionals and discuss topical issues, challenges and innovations with others across the spectrum of the Western Australian mining industry.