Francois is a mining engineer with 18 years' international and cross-commodity experience in the mining industry.
Francois specialises in various levels of mine technical studies, integrated multi-disciplinary mining studies, due diligence, strategic and business planning, and equipment trade-off assessments. Dedicated to environmental sustainability, Francois actively evaluates carbon emissions linked to mining, contributing to the exploration of alternatives for reducing carbon footprints. With a demonstrated track record in successfully overseeing end-to-end mine technical projects, Francois is highly regarded for his adherence to CRIRSCO-aligned codes like JORC, CIM, and SAMREC. Beyond traditional roles, his operational experience extends to managing substantial changes within mining operations, including implementing operational readiness, negotiating and transitioning contractors, executing care and maintenance activities, and strategically halting mine operations.
