Professional Background
Leading industrial AI, advanced analytics, and digital transformation.
Dr. Ali Soofastaei has built a distinguished career across mining, energy, engineering, data analytics, and applied AI. His work focused on driving productivity, sustainability, safety, reliability, and operational performance through data-driven solutions and collaborative innovation.
Career Highlights
20+ Years
Across Industry & Engineering
Global Leadership in Mining & AI
Large-Scale Analytics Programs
Awards, Patents, & Software
Professional Experience Timeline
2023-2025
Newmont
Program Leader -
Data and Analytics
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Enterprise data and analytics leadership across global mining operations.
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E​stablished and led the Data & Analytics Center of Excellence.
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Developed value driver tree and plant analytics initiatives.
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Implemented governance, reporting, and benefit realization frameworks.
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2017-2023
Vale
Program Leader -
Data and Analytics
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Led global AI and advanced analytics programs for mining and logistics.
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Delivered predictive maintenance and supply chain analytics solutions.
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Built executive dashboards and decision-support systems.
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Collaborated with IBM, Deloitte, Accenture, and Microsoft.
2
2016-2017
BHP
Business Analyst and
Project Manager
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Implemented data governance framework across enterprise systems.
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Improved maintenance data quality and asset information management.
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Designed KPI dashboards for operational performance monitoring.
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Automated reporting process and data workflows.
3
2016
Mining 3
Business Analyst and
Project Manager
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Directed innovation and R&D initiatives for mining operations.
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Drove digital transformation and emerging technology adoption.
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Developed predictive modeling applications for operations.
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Established real-time decision support and monitoring systems.
4
2012-2016
CRC Mining / Mining 3
Data Analytics Projects
Manager
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Led haul truck fuel analytics and energy optmisation projects.
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Developed truck bunching simulation and mitigation solutions.
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Delivered energy efficiency analytics across mining operations.
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Implemented predictive maintenance analytics solutions.
5
2004-2012
Shell
Research and Development
Project Manager
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Managed energy auditing and performance measurement systems.
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Delivered industrial energy efficiency improvement projects.
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Oversaw engineering project delivery and technical validation.
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Developed training programs and technical guidelines.
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Consultancy Experience Timeline (Placeholder)
2023-2025
Newmont
Program Leader -
Data and Analytics
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Enterprise data and analytics leadership across global mining operations.
-
E​stablished and led the Data & Analytics Center of Excellence.
-
Developed value driver tree and plant analytics initiatives.
-
Implemented governance, reporting, and benefit realization frameworks.
1
2017-2023
Vale
Program Leader -
Data and Analytics
-
Led global AI and advanced analytics programs for mining and logistics.
-
Delivered predictive maintenance and supply chain analytics solutions.
-
Built executive dashboards and decision-support systems.
-
Collaborated with IBM, Deloitte, Accenture, and Microsoft.
2
2016-2017
BHP
Business Analyst and
Project Manager
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Implemented data governance framework across enterprise systems.
-
Improved maintenance data quality and asset information management.
-
Designed KPI dashboards for operational performance monitoring.
-
Automated reporting process and data workflows.
3
2016
Mining 3
Business Analyst and
Project Manager
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Directed innovation and R&D initiatives for mining operations.
-
Drove digital transformation and emerging technology adoption.
-
Developed predictive modeling applications for operations.
-
Established real-time decision support and monitoring systems.
4
2012-2016
CRC Mining / Mining 3
Data Analytics Projects
Manager
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Led haul truck fuel analytics and energy optmisation projects.
-
Developed truck bunching simulation and mitigation solutions.
-
Delivered energy efficiency analytics across mining operations.
-
Implemented predictive maintenance analytics solutions.
5
2004-2012
Shell
Research and Development
Project Manager
-
Managed energy auditing and performance measurement systems.
-
Delivered industrial energy efficiency improvement projects.
-
Oversaw engineering project delivery and technical validation.
-
Developed training programs and technical guidelines.
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Supporting organisations with practical, high-impact solutions in analytics, AI, and transformation.
Dr. Ali provides consultancy to organisations seeking expert support in solving complex challenges, improving operational performance, and driving sustainable innovation through engineering, advanced analytics, and applied artificial intelligence
Trusted by leading organisations across mining, engineering, energy, and technology.
Completed Research Projects
Awards, Patents, & Innovation
Awards
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Australia to USA Fellowship, American Australian Association, USA, July 2016
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Graduate School International Award, The University of Queensland, Australia, June 2015
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School of Engineering Award, The University of Queensland, Australia, July 2014
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CRCMining Award, Mining3 Transforming Mining, Australia, July 2014
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CRCMining Research Higher Degree Scholarship, Mining3 Transforming Mining, Australia, January 2012
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International Scholarship, The University of Queensland, Australia, December 2011
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National Top Inventor, National Elites Foundation, July 2011
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Certificate of top lecturer, Queensland University of Technology, Australia, July 2010
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First-rank graduate, Department of Industrial Engineering, January 2009
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Certificate of the top researcher in the field of energy management, Power Ministry , June 2005
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First-rank graduate, Department of Engineering, February 2004
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Ranked first in National Computer Olympiad, Ministry of Education, February 1997
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Ranked second in National Physics Olympiad, Ministry of Education, November 1996
Patents
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Industrial and Medical Thermal Luminescent Finger Rings, USA Patent, 390070309, October 2011
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Industrial and Medical Filter Holders, USA Patent, 390050214, July 2011
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Industrial and Medical Filter Holders, USA Patent, 390050214, July 2011
Developed Software
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Energy Saving Audit Management (ESAM), USA, 2011
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CRC Truck Bunching, Australia, 2016
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FCM Haul Truck, Australia, 2017
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Mineral Freight Rate Prediction (Sentinela), Australia - Singapore, 2019
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Value Driver Tree for Mining, USA - Australia, 2023
Educational Teaching Experience
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Introduction to Mining (MINE2105), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics (MECH2410), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Engineering Design (ENGG1100), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Fluid Mechanics (MINE2101), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Mine Ventilation (MINE3124), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Structural Mechanics for Mining (MINE2123), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Project Management Professional, The University of Queensland, Australia
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Thermodynamic (I) & (II), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Heat Transfer (I) &(II), The University of Queensland, Australia
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Static, The University of Queensland, Australia
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Mechanics of Materials, The University of Queensland, Australia
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Manufacturing Processes, The University of Queensland, Australia
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Mechanics of Fluids, The University of Queensland, Australia
