John Lamb
mining expertise , our partners are both sophisticated and highly capable local operators , each with a large workforce . They are major economic participants within Myanmar , and we gain credibility from their good reputation , while their local operating skill fills a big gap in our knowledge ”.
Myanmar Metals and its partners anticipate decades of production from the site , which could have a huge effect on the local community . “ Like any major mineral asset located in an otherwise impoverished area , this has the ability to completely transform the local region . Agriculture is the largest source of employment in the area , and facilities are modest ,” notes Lamb . “ The mine can provide employment , as well as developing local businesses to supply all manyer of products and services such as food for the workers , cleaning services and high-vis clothing . I am sure the effects on the local community will be profound . We ’ re already seeing that with the arrival of two doctors ( the first to work in the Bawdwin village for decades ) and development 111
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
John Lamb
Mr . Lamb ’ s career spans over 30 years in mining , construction and heavy transport in Australia and Asia . Prior to joining Myanmar Metals as Chairman and CEO in 2017 , Mr . Lamb held CEO roles in civil construction and heavy transport companies , and Operational General Manager roles at the Century Mine in Queensland and Rosebery Mine in Tasmania . A Chartered Professional Fellow of the AusIMM and Graduate Member of the AICD , Mr . Lamb has consulted widely in the resource sector and has served on numerous industry panels and boards . He presently chairs boutique business broker and consulting firm , Tasmania Invest .
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