Ramon A. Beltran

About Ramon A. Beltran

With over two decades of experience in underground mining operations, currently serving as General Manager at Underground Strategist & Implementers LLC, I focus on advanced underground mining methods implementation such as Underhand Drift & Fill, Overhand Drift & Fill, and Long Hole Stoping with Cemented Rock Fill. 100% EXTRACTION MINING METHODS. I am dedicated to developing safe and cost-effective mining practices, while emphasizing sustainability and ethical operations. Expertise lies in mine operations across borders, strategic planning, and ensuring operational efficiency, effectiveness, and excellence in execution. By fostering collaboration and innovation, our operations achieve significant advancements in underground mining, adhering to rigorous safety and ethical standards.My purpose professionally is to ensure that mining companies acquire the \"Know How,\" so they can operate 100% extraction mining methods optimally. Therefore, ensuring that these mining companies perform at lower costs and execute operational excellence.

Experience

1. General Manager

   Underground Strategist & Implementers Llc

   Jan 2024 — Present · Elko, NV, US

   Commitment to Safety and Ethics: Implementation of rigorous safety practices and adherence to ethical standards in all mining operations, ensuring a safe and sustainable work environment, and promoting a culture of responsibility and transparency in the industry.• Experience in Advanced Mining Methods: Implementation and operation of mining methods such as Underhand Drift & Fill, Overhand Drift & Fill, and Long Hole Stopes with Cemented Rock Fill, ensuring high standards of strength and quality. • Optimization of Mining Infrastructure: Reduction of tunnel infrastructure footage from 70.4 km to 26.7 km, achieving total savings of over $100 million and optimizing mine OPEX by approximately $9 per ton. • Management of Complex Projects: Direction and management of underground mining method implementation projects, including the acquisition of specialized equipment and training of operational and engineering personnel. • Leadership in Training and Development: Training and development of human resources, creating life-of-mine plans and managing essential projects for economic feasibility studies. • Implementation of Innovative Methods: Development and execution of Underhand Drift & Fill mining methods in Peru, with a production target of 3500 tons per day. • Management of International Relations: Experience in managing international relations, working with leading global companies to optimize mining operations. • Evaluation and Improvement of Feasibility Studies: Diagnosis and optimization of economic feasibility studies, achieving significant savings and improvements in operational efficiency. • Development of Recovery Projects: Management of pillar recovery projects with cemented fill, adding value to the client\'s operational portfolio. • Corporate and Technical Experience: Extensive experience as a corporate engineer, mine operator, and technical services manager, with comprehensive expertise in underground mine planning.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Business Administration - Global Management, International/Global Business and Economics

• Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

  Diplomatura de Estudio en Gerencia de Proyectos y Calidad, Gestión de Proyectos, PMBOK7, Planificación de Proyectos, Planificación Estratégica, Equipos.

• Universidad de Sonora

  Bachelor of Mining Engineering - BScME, Mining/Material Engineering/Mineral Resources/Geology/Math/Physics/Chemistry

  1996 — 2001