Mr Geoffrey Handley
Mr Handley is a geologist with over 30 years’ experience in the mining industry. Mr Handley worked as a geologist for BHP Exploration Limited, as a chemist and geologist for Placer Exploration Limited and as an analyst for the AMP Society. In 1981, he joined Placer Pacific Limited as a senior geologist and was responsible for the exploration and feasibility work at the Porgera, Granny Smith, Osborne and Big Bell mines. Most recently, Mr Handley was Executive Vice President, Strategic Development with Placer Dome where he was responsible for global exploration, acquisitions, research and development, and strategic planning.
During the past three years, Mr Handley has also served as a director of the following listed companies:
- Eldorado Gold Corp*
- Endeavour Silver Corp*
- Mirabela Nickel Limited*
- Boart Longyear Limited
* denotes current directorship
Appointed Director on 29 September 2006, Mr Handley is also the Chairman of the Sustainability Committee.
