Geological Technician or Assistant Geologist

Kelvin Ambondo 810-***-**** *)

BSc (Geology & Environmental Biology 3 Outstanding Modules)

Box 1918, Ngweze, Katima Mulilo, Namibia

Cell: +264-*********/ +264-*********

E-mail: *************@*****.***

GENARAL INFORMATION:

Place of Birth: Katima Mulilo

Nationality: Namibian

Years of Experience: 8 years

Position last held: Crawler Pilot/Sampling geologist/Geological Observer/Sorter

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

BSc (Geology and Environmental Biology), Full-time at University of Namibia 2000- 2003

(PROJECT SUBJECTS OUTSTANDING)

AREAS OF SPECIALISATIONS

Mineral Resources estimation

ROV Pilot

Geochemical sampling

Marine sampling

Cross sections

Observing, handling, process and interpret data

Compiling detailed reports from observation

Giving detailed presentations

Sorting Diamonds

Field work

PROFESSIONAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE

1.Geo – Observer in a diamond drilling vessels 01 April 2008 – 30 April 2011

De Beers Marine Namibia

Observed, recorded and interpretpressure gical data from offshore marine deposits, to provide information for geological mapping and evaluation of the ore deposit.

Supervising drillers when to terminate drill holes or calling end of hole.

Maintain the drilling parameters together with the drillers.

Check on the tool efficiency.

Everyday discussion on how to go about mining.

Assisted in ensuring that mining and plant efficiency occurs.

Observed and reported on geology directly to my supervisor.

Verified the geological information by monitoring screens and drill parameters.

Compiled geological maps and cross sections in ArcView.

Sampling and sample descriptions

Assisted senior geologist to compile and interpret geological data.

Examined and reported on the interpreted geological data and sampling/mining tool performance.

Advised mining tool operators of geological hazards and other adverse conditions that would affect mining (seismic interpretation).

Adhered to and promote company policies and procedures relating to safety, health, security and environmental issues.

2.Sampling and Production Geologist 1 April 2004– 1 January 2005

Samicor Diamond Mining

Interpreted samples in relation to the Geophysical data.

Generated geological and mining models in Arc Target.

Carried out geostatistical estimation to generate the resource model.

Collected sampling data and prepared the data for production.

Predicted the associated mineralization potential at local and regional model levels.

Coordinated and participated in on board geological monitoring and evaluation as well as post data acquisition analysis to improve Sampling effectiveness.

Drew cross section in ArcGIS in relation to the gravel thickness and other mining parameters.

Ensured optimum utilization of geological information through effective communication via presentations/reports/verbal communications.

3.Mechanical Crawler Pilot 1 January 2005– 17 April 2008

Samicor Diamond Mining

Launching the crawler

Maintaining the mining tool.

Checking oil levels

Monitoring the dredge pump

Impeller and xpella inspection

Monitoring the pitch and row

Reading the craw matt

Reading the gyro-compass protocol converter

Tritect seaking sonar

DPH-Profile

Reading altimeter

Reading the scadal system

Reading the production counter

Reading the ejection counter

4.Senior Sampling Geologist 1st June 2013-7th September 2013

Ultimatum Geological and Environmental Services

Geochemical sampling in Tsumeb, Otavi, Grootfontein, Kombat under the Ministry of Mine and Energy.

1. Logging the soil horizons and collecting soil samples for geochemical test

2. Using GPS to locate the sample area

3. Logging the geology and physical features of the sample area

4. Monitoring the junior geologists on how to go about sampling and how to go about the map sheets of the given area

5. Entering the data recorded in MS EXCELL

6. Downloading the raw GPS data logged in the field

7. Saving tracks for the GPS data for each sampled area

8. Identifying the upstream and downstream in case of a stream sample by checking the topography, ripple marks, grass, depositional

Patterns of bed loads

9. Marking the sampled area by using a red peg and aluminum tag

SKILLS:

Professional Skills Software Acquired

ArcGIS professional

Arc Target Professional

Corel draw

Microsoft word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Internet

Microsoft Office Tools

General Skills

Good team player with strong analytical mind

Ability to read and write technical report

Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills

Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

Can produce results under pressure

Ability to work with little or no supervision

Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities

HEALTH SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL ATTENDED PROGRAMMES

Basic Philosophy of Accident Prevention,

Affirmative Action & Diversity

Sea Familiarzation

HOBBIES

Traveling, solving problems for people, Researching, Strategic planning, Teaching, Listening to Music and meeting new people.

REFEREES:

1.Dr. B. Mapani

University of Namibia

Geology Department

Private Bag 13301

Windhoek

Namibia

Cell #: 081*******

Email: *******@****.**

2.Dr. A.F. Kamona

University of Namibia

Geology Department

Private Bag 13301

Windhoek

Namibia

Email: *******@****.**

3.John Brown

Sakawe Mining co-operations - Samicor

Production superintendent

Email: *********@******.***

4.Simon Hegua

De Beers Marine

Senior Geologist

Email: *****.******@************.***

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