Bruce Jiang
About Bruce Jiang
Bruce Jiang is a Mining Engineer currently employed at Glencore since 2018, where he has implemented innovative systems to enhance operational efficiency. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering from China University of Mining and Technology and a Master's Degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from UNSW.
Work at Glencore
Bruce Jiang has been employed as a Mining Engineer at Glencore since 2018. In this role, he has implemented a new level plan system that allows for dynamic tracking of all operational activities across various levels of the mine. He is also responsible for the implementation of the mine's new short-term design system, Deswik, which has automated and semi-automated repetitive design processes. This innovation has significantly reduced the time required for typical backfill digout and mining design from 5-7 days to 1-2 days. Additionally, he provides support and training to new team members in the mining engineering department.
Previous Experience in Mining Engineering
Before joining Glencore, Bruce Jiang worked at several notable companies in the mining sector. He was a Mining Engineer at Rio Tinto for one year in Western Australia from 2012 to 2013. Following this, he served as a Mining Consultant at ABB in Brisbane, Australia, from 2013 to 2018, where he worked for five years. His career also includes a role as a Mining Engineer at Gemcom Software in Beijing, China, from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Bruce Jiang holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering from China University of Mining and Technology, Beijing, which he completed from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he earned a Master’s Degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering, with a focus on Mine Geomechanics, from 2016 to 2019. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in mining engineering principles and practices.
Skills and Contributions
In his role as a Mining Engineer, Bruce Jiang has demonstrated significant skills in implementing advanced mining systems and processes. His contributions include the development of a new level plan system and the introduction of the Deswik design system. These initiatives have enhanced operational efficiency and reduced design time in mining activities. Additionally, his commitment to training new team members reflects his dedication to fostering a knowledgeable workforce in the mining engineering department.