Sr Geologist

Arul Prakash S

Mobile: +91-890*******, 943-***-****

E-Mail: adihk7@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking assignments in Geological Operations with an organization of repute; preferably in Power sector/ Underground Projects, Construction and development works of Infrastructures projects.

Profile Snapshot

A competent professional with 11.11 years of rich & comprehensive experience in Geological Operations in Hydropower Projects, Tunneling, Core drilling and Underground Works.

Strong technical experience with ability to undertake geological studies that optimize designer’s objectives.

Possesses sound knowledge environment with proven ability in implementing plans & procedures to maintain sound environmental & safety conditions.

Adept in preparing base plans for various stages of exploration, exploitation & construction.

Excellent interpersonal, analytical and team building skills.

Area of Expertise

Geological Operations

Geological mapping (surface and tunnel face and 2D& 3D logging), investigating the sub-surface geological conditions, organizing drilling & exploration programs on sites, rock support, etc.

Collecting, examining & analyzing rock samples, minerals; surveying the land to help prepare geological maps; preparing and generating documentation of all the data.

Project Management

Monitoring projects with respect to Cost, Resource Deployment, Time over-runs, Quality Compliance and Manpower Planning to ensure timely execution of projects.

Inspecting field sites to observe/evaluate condition and operability of facilities/structures, and to collect field survey data and measurements.

Exposed to processes involved in FRA for forest clearance, SIA & Consent requirements for land acquisition.

Organizational Experience

Megha Engineering & Infrastructures Limited

Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Limited (MEIL) is major infrastructure company headquartered in Hyderabad India. The company was established in1989 as a small fabrication unit. In due course of time, the unit made a name for itself in the manufacturing and engineering sector.Mid-90s - MEE, in a role of a contractor, started taking up small projects in irrigation and drinking water sectors.2000-2006 - Started executing projects in new states like Rajasthan and Karnataka.2006 - MEE evolved into MEIL, a private limited company.2006-10 - Turnover crossed INR 1000 crore towards end of decade; established MFGIL and set-up Spiral Mill Unit; expanded operations with the support of its manufacturing units. 2010-15 - Diversified into new sectors; entered new states and countries; turnover crossed USD 1 billion; set-up HDPE pipes division.

Sr. Geologist since October 2020

Experienced in various field of Tunnels &Underground structures. Tunnelling in blast method with hydroelectric power tunnel, underground structures in hard rock conditions in additional to Geo technical investigation.

Day to day geology services requirement in and around site like face mapping, geological mapping of different projects components. Core drilling for geological investigations.

Face logging, 2D & 3D logging, RMR Rock Mass Rating (RMR) in drilling & blasting by using Q –method in different rock mass conditions and Portal, Tunnelling & Underground structure works.

Interpretation of data acquired from exploratory drilling e.g. bore hole (for Tunnelling Progress).

Making Geological reports on Face geology & over breaks

Supervision of blasting operation by marking blasting pattern.

Distinction of being involved projects for:

DRDO 1.286 km main tunnel and ventilation of 0.3 Km Ballari, Karnataka.

Velcan Energy India Pvt Ltd, Delhi

Velcan Energy is an Independent hydro power concession operator. Velcan Energy develops finances, builds and operates hydro power concessions in Brazil, India and Indonesia. The group successfully built and has since 2009 exploited its first hydroelectric power plant in Rodeio Bonito, Brazil.

Velcan’s strategy is to become a market leader in medium size (up to 200 MW unit size) hydro power concessions in Emerging Markets.

Manager (Geology) since September 2012 to October 2020

Investigating the sub-surface geological conditions

Organizing drilling & exploration programs on sites

Monitoring and catalogue works on projects like mapping, reservoir stability, litho core logging, and borehole sampling and data interpretation by geophysical and geochemical analysis.

Treating the weak zones at dam foundation & tunnels

Stabilizing slope at dam site, tunnel portals, back slope of surface powerhouse, etc...

Pre-feasibility and feasibility study of the project, land acquisition and project meeting with government authorities.

Monitoring open channel discharge, water depth, velocity and turbulence and hydrological data using Son Tek river surveyor instrument.

Monitoring open channel water level studies with the help of Solinst levelogger and barologger instrument.

Distinction of being involved in investigation for:

Tato I HEP (186 MW), Tato, Arunachal Pradesh, (Velcan Energy) India

Heo HEP (145 MW), Purying, Arunachal Pradesh, (Velcan Energy) India.

Pauk HEP (240 MW), Chengrung, Arunachal Pradesh, (Velcan Energy) India.

Raajratna Energy Holding Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad

Raajratna Energy Holdings Private Limited (REHPL) is engaged in developing a portfolio of renewable energy assets, predominantly small/medium Hydro projects, to capitalize on the growing opportunities in this sector. With strong pipeline of 14 renewable power projects aggregating to 918 MW at various stages of development and implementation, REHPL is poised to emerge as one of the leading renewable energy players with particular focus on hydro power in India. Detailed pre-feasibility, survey and geological investigation reports for most of the projects have been prepared.

REHPL is opportunistically moving towards other niche renewable energy power plants like solar, wind and biomass energy. REHPL has also set up a 50-50 Joint Venture with AIC Projects Gmbh for EPC services in respect of Solar Projects.

Geologist April 2011 to August 2012

Geological mapping and face logging of tunnel and other underground structures, foundation and slope mapping at dam site, surface mapping of project area. Prognostications of geological conditions in tunnel through probe holes, seismic surveys, weak zones treatments in tunnels and dam, slope stabilization. Tackling of ground water seepage conditions in tunnel, conducting permeability tests and pull out test etc. in tunnels. Permeability tests at dam site. Report preparation and to lead all the official and unofficial visits, training to juniors, lead the team of two geologists.

Accomplishments

Peamashelphu HEP (90 MW), Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh

Kangtangshri HEP (90 MW), Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh

Rapum HEP (90 MW), Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh

Project Engineering & Control Pvt Ltd Kolkata.

Project Engineering & Controls Pvt. Ltd. is a professionally managed, Kolkata based company. The company is in operation since three & half decades with strong credentials in its areas of operation. The ambit of operation the company included Topographic & contour Survey, Geological & Geotechnical Investigation, Core Drilling, Exploration of mines, Aquifer Study, EIA / EMP Studies,Geophysical studies, Mine Geo-Technical studies,Mine planning and any other Services/Investigations as are require for preparation of DPR/TEFR for any Greenfield project in India and abroad. The clientele base included PSU’s, Large Private Sectors, MNC’S, Government Departments; National & International Universities etc. the company is specialized in the in the Core Sector projects like Power, Mining, Infrastructure, Chemical & Metallurgical,Transmission line up to 400KV etc.

Geologist December 2008 to March 2011

Role

Record upholding of exertion handled at projects like litho log, borehole sampling, and data interpretation by geophysical and geochemical analysis. Safety and security planning on site. Hydro fracturing analysis study with experts as active team member.

Accomplishments

Kalai II HEP (1200MW), Hawai, Arunachal Pradesh.

Academic Details

M.Sc Applied Geology 2008 from Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, India.

B.Sc Geology 2006 from National College, Trichy, India.

IT Skills

Fluent in MS office & working knowledge with Auto Cad, Son Tek stationary software used for open channel discharge and hydrology studies, Solinst software used for water level and barometer studies.

Other Distinctions

Actively participated in various science exhibitions, school & college level athletics activities

Played for college cricket & table tennis competitions

Personal Details

Date of Birth : 31st October 1985

Address : 5/73 Vijayagiri Nagar, Udumalpet (Tk), Tiruppur(Dt),Tamil Nadu-642126

Languages Known : English, Hindi and Tamil

Declaration

I hereby declare that the above information stated here are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Arul Prakash S

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