Grant Aitchison
About Grant Aitchison
Grant Aitchison serves as the Manager of Operational Excellence at Glencore in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in the mining industry, having worked in various roles at BHP for over a decade.
Work at Glencore
Grant Aitchison has held the position of Manager Operational Excellence at Glencore since 2021. He is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing best practices within the organization.
Previous Experience at BHP
Prior to his current role, Grant Aitchison accumulated extensive experience at BHP. He served as Senior Mining Engineer for six months in 2009. He progressed to various managerial roles, including Manager Mine Production from 2014 to 2017, HSE Manager from 2018 to 2021, and Head of Improvement for six months in 2017. His tenure at BHP also included positions such as Underground Mining Manager from 2012 to 2014 and Deputy Mine Manager from 2009 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Grant Aitchison studied Mining Engineering at the University of South Australia, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2002 to 2005. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in the mining industry, contributing to his expertise in operational excellence and mine management.
Career Progression in Mining
Grant Aitchison's career in mining began at Perilya, where he worked as a Mining Engineer from 2006 to 2008. He then joined BHP, where he held various engineering and managerial roles, demonstrating a steady progression in responsibilities and leadership within the mining sector.