PERTH, AUSTRALIA – APRIL 01, 2019 – CSA Global welcomes Ben Playford, Principal Mining Geologist to the mine geology team in Western Australia.
Manager – Resources, Aaron Meakin, stated: “Ben has more than 25 years’ experience in open pit and underground mining geology, and possesses extensive experience with grade control, reconciliation, resource estimation, exploration and new mine development.”
Most recently, Ben worked as Chief Geologist and Manager Technical Services for Minjar Gold, and Principal Geologist for Oyu Tolgoi LLC (Rio Tinto).
Aaron added: “Ben is a technical specialist with extensive operational experience across a variety of mining methods and deposit styles. Mining geology relies on a combination of technical knowledge and practical skills. Given Ben’s experience, we are confident he will deliver value for our clients and help us grow our mining geology and resource estimation business further.”
Commenting on his appointment, Ben said: “I’m excited to work with CSA Global; not only do they have a solid reputation in the industry, but it is also a great opportunity to be able to work with mining and resources industry specialists on a diverse range of projects. Additionally, I’m pleased to be in a position to assist both CSA Global and respective clients to strengthen their operational positions.”
About CSA Global
CSA Global is a mining, geological, technology, and management consulting company providing strategic services and advice to companies in the international mining industry. CSA Global services mining clients worldwide from its offices in Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Russia, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada.
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About our Resources services
The CSA Global Resources services team provides expertise in all aspects of geological and geostatistical modelling applicable to exploration and mining. We provide an integrated approach to assessing and using data, defining geological controls on mineralisation, applying appropriate techniques for Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimation and validating mineable resource models using appropriate grade control and reconciliation practices.
For more information: www.csaglobal.com/resources/
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