Dion Borg
About Dion Borg
Dion Borg serves as the General Manager of CCLAS at Datamine, where he leads a global team focused on research and development. With a background in chemistry and extensive experience in the mining and software industries, he has successfully integrated advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency.
Work at Datamine Software
Dion Borg has been serving as the General Manager for CCLAS at Datamine since 2020. In this role, he leads a global team of 16 staff members, focusing on research and development to align CCLAS with customer needs. He is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of business priorities for both CCLAS EL and CCLAS 6 LIMS solutions on a global scale. Prior to his current position, he held the role of General Manager - CCLAS EL for a brief period in 2020 and worked as a Senior Consultant in Mining from 2019 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Dion Borg studied at Central Queensland University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Chemistry from 1992 to 1997. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the mining and software sectors. He also attended Shalom Catholic College from 1988 to 1992. His expertise includes resolving software issues and providing hardware solutions, which he developed through his own IT business.
Background
Dion Borg has a diverse professional background in the mining and software industries. He began his career as a Supervisory Analytical Chemist at Queensland Nickel, where he worked for nine years. He then transitioned to various roles, including Area Manager at Ultra Energy Australia and Senior Mining Consultant at ABB Enterprise Software, where he spent nine years. His experience spans over two decades, with a focus on technical and IT-related products.
Achievements
Dion Borg has led significant initiatives in his career, including the integration of CCLAS with robotics systems in a fully automated laboratory for an Iron Ore customer. This project enhanced sample throughput and efficiency, demonstrating his capability in driving technological advancements. Additionally, he has a strong sales background, having led a team of 20 sales staff in selling technical and IT-related products.