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TARGETING: Employment related to the Mineral Exploration and Mining Industry

Results-driven and self-directed Geology Student at the University of British Columbia with over 4 years of professional experience working in remote locations. Offering robust analytical, research, and organizational skills coupled with a strong technical and methodical aptitude. Recognized as an astute strategic thinker with a record of identifying issues, assessing environments, and developing lasting solutions with limited resources.

Effective communicator who quickly builds trust and confidence when exchanging information among stakeholders. Adept at juggling multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, ensuring all requirements are always met. Maintains a high standard of professionalism and determination while facing stressful and unexpected situations in fast-paced environments.

 

KEY STRENGTHS & SKILLS

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Troubleshooting & Resolution
• Maintenance & Quality Control
• Professional Collaboration
• Health & Safety Compliance
• Interpersonal Communication
• Reporting & Documentation
• Leadership & Team Building
• Multitasking & Prioritization

Computer Skills:

• ArcGIS
• MATLAB
• Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop & Illustrator

Professional Languages:

• English
• French

EDUCATION

2017 – Bachelor of Science, Geology (4^th Year) | University of British-Columbia – Vancouver, BC

• Recipient of the Dr. Aaro E. Aho Foundation Scholarship in Geological Sciences (2014)
• Recipient of the Siegfried Sirius Albrecht Selke Bursary (2014 & 2015)
• Recipient of the Endeavour Silver Corporation Undergraduate Scholarship in Earth Sciences (2015)
• Recipient of the J M Carr Memorial Scholarship (2015)

Relevant Coursework:  Directed Studies on Kimberlite Petrography | Volcanology | Geographic Information Science | Igneous Petrology | Sedimentology | Metamorphic Petrology | Tectonic Evolution | Isotopic Geochemistry | Geomorphology | Mineral Deposits | Structural Geology | Groundwater Hydrology | Field Techniques | Introductory Petrology | Introductory Mineralogy | Geological Time & Stratigraphy | Topics in the Earth & Planetary Sciences | Computer Methods in Earth, Ocean & Atmospheric Sciences | Physical Chemistry | Elementary Statistics for Applications

2014 – 1^st Year University Transfer Program, Science | Vancouver Community College – Vancouver, BC

2006 – Diploma, Aviation Technology (Commercial Pilot) | Moncton Flight College – Moncton, NB

1999 – Diploma, Design & Management of Multimedia | New Brunswick Community College – Dieppe, NB

 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Geotech (Contract) | Aurora Geosciences Ltd. – Yellowknife, NT
Summer 2015 & 2016

• Acted as Crew-Chief in remote exploration fly-in camps throughout Northern Canada
• Responsible for the supervision, safety and coordination of sampling teams in the field
• Experience with soil, till, and vegetation sampling
• Experience with Niton XRF, Magenetic and VLF surveys
• Experience with geotech core-logging
• Experience with helicopter operations

 

Logistics Coordinator (Contract) | DeBeers Group – Gahcho Kue, NT
Jan 2013 to May 2013

• Worked remotely at a diamond exploration camp 5 weeks in and 2 weeks out during ice-road season
• Dispatched trucks and aircrafts, and coordinated incoming and outgoing freight/personnel
• Monitored and supported aircraft and camp communications; provided daily weather reports
• Performed office administrative duties including logistical paper work and staff support
• Part of the Emergency Response Team

 

Production Manager | Promo Brandit Wholesale Ltd. – Victoria, BC
2011 to 2012

• Managed 6 staff members, and oversaw daily production floor operations of clothes manufacturing
• Accountable for purchasing material and equipment, inventory management, hiring and training, marketing and promotions, administrative support, and international and domestic shipping and receiving

Key Achievement:

• Streamlined operations by introducing operational flowcharts, workflow procedures, and key documents
• Designed and maintained the company website and promotional materials
• Improved client purchasing procedures by developing and implementing new purchasing forms

 

Expediter | Expedite North Ltd. – Yellowknife, NT
2007 to 2009

• Oversaw the safe and timely transportation of personnel, equipment, and material
• Operated pilot truck to assist tractor-trailers with oversized loads
• Assisted the loading and unloading of aircrafts

 

Loadmaster & Assistant Manager of Cabin Operations | Air Tindi Ltd. – Yellowknife, NT
2006 to 2009

• Oversaw the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers, ensuring safety and documentation is in order
• Provided administrative support to Manager of Cabin Operations and Occupational Health & Safety Officer
• Reconfigured aircraft interior setup and inspected buildings and aircraft hangars for OSH standards
• Trained and supervised new loadmasters, including organizing training seminars

Key Achievement:

• Designed and introduced standardized loadmaster training documents

 

MEMBERSHIPS

G.M. Dawson Club – UBC Geology Student Club
GAC – Geological Association of Canada
SEG – Society of Economic Geologists
AME – Association for Mineral Exploration British Columbia

 

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Stage Crew: Big Day Up & Big Time Out Music Festival – Mt. Washington & Cumberland, BC – 2010

Racing Crew-Member:  Sailboat Jackmar – Yellowknife, NT – 2006 to 2008

Racing Crew-Member & Part-Time Skipper:  Sailboat Annie 74345 – Victoria, BC – 2002 to 2004