Denis Gratton
About Denis Gratton
Denis Gratton is the Global Director of Digital Mining at Hatch, where he focuses on transforming the mining industry through technology. He has held various leadership roles in major mining companies, including Barrick Gold Corporation and BHP, and has significant experience in underground mining operations and automation.
Work at Hatch
Denis Gratton has served as the Global Director of Digital Mining at Hatch since 2019. In this role, he focuses on integrating advanced technologies into mining operations. His work emphasizes the transformation of the mining industry through automation and electrification, aiming to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity across various projects.
Previous Experience in Mining
Prior to his current position, Denis Gratton held several significant roles at Barrick Gold Corporation. He was the Vice President of Automation from 2016 to 2018, and before that, he served as the Senior Director of Mining - Capital Projects/Operations from 2011 to 2014. His tenure at Barrick also included positions as Director/Senior Manager - Underground Mining and Vice President of Operations Support. Additionally, he worked at BHP, where he was a Mine Manager and played a key role in the development of Canada's first underground diamond mine at the Ekati Diamond Mine.
Education and Expertise
Denis Gratton earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining from Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the mining sector, where he has developed expertise in automation, operational management, and capital projects.
Career Milestones
Throughout his career, Denis Gratton has achieved several milestones in the mining industry. He extended the life of the Golden Giant Mine by implementing innovative engineering designs and state-of-the-art approaches. His experience spans various roles, including Technical Superintendent - Underground at BHP and Underground General Foreman/Chief Engineer at Newmont Mining Corporation, where he contributed to operations at the Hemlo Gold Mine.