Ryan  Prott

My journey in the mining industry began in 2013, fresh out of university, fueled by enthusiasm and a keen desire to learn. While studying, I had envisioned starting my career in open-pit mining, which led me to focus my thesis on open-pit optimization. However, fate had other plans, and my first operational opportunity arose at the esteemed Jundee mine site in Western Australia.
 

After a decade of diverse experiences in underground mining—exploring different commodities, mining methods, and roles—I achieved the milestone of earning a First Class Mine Manager's Certificate, a goal that I had set during my university days. My latest work has found me expanding my expertise in open pit drill and blast, a new challenge I thoroughly enjoy alongside a great team.
 

From my earliest days as a kid, I've been captivated by innovation, often found making modifications to remote-controlled cars or my sailing boat in pursuit of performance improvements. This drive for improvement was undoubtedly influenced by my competitive spirit, instilled by growing up alongside my identical twin brother. In 2020, my brother and I co-founded Protteam Mining, where innovation is our focus. At Protteam Mining, I value the collaborative spirit and camaraderie, recognizing the collective effort required for success.
 

Beyond work, I cherish moments with my family, finding joy in simple pleasures like outings to the park with my wife and young son. I also enjoy surfing and sailing for exercise and relaxation, a result of growing up enjoying the beautiful waters of Esperance, renowned for having some of the best beaches in the world. In 2023, I participated in the Fremantle to Exmouth yacht race aboard a timber boat named Merlin, which my father meticulously rebuilt, celebrating its 50th birthday this year! And when time permits, my family's favorite destination is Exmouth, where the Ningaloo Coast offers endless ocean adventures.