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MIGUEL BERNARDO

Kiruna

Summary

Geological scientist with a master's in Geology and over 4 years of experience in mining exploration. Skilled in data management, geological mapping, core logging, drilling supervision, QAQC, and modeling. Proven ability to interpret geological data, deliver technical reports, and drive projects forward.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Exploration Geologist

Avaanna Exploration Service
Kiruna
04.2024 - Current
  • Conducted a geological mapping and sampling project in the northern part of Norrbotten.
  • Supervised comprehensive drilling campaign from rig oversight to core logging and modeling tasks.
  • Core logging and geotechnical services for multiple projects for LKAB.
  • Assisted with the preparation of tenders for new exploration projects by researching applicable regulations and preparing cost estimates.

Exploration Geologist

Freeport-McMoran
Tucson
06.2022 - 02.2024
  • Project coordination – Logistics and Administration for team of 6 geologists
  • Assisted in preparing drilling programs and monitored drill core logging activities.
  • Detail core logging diamond core for 4 different mine sites
  • Constructed block models to enhance resource evaluation

Exploration Geologist

Faraday Copper Corp
Tucson
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Core logging diamond core.
  • Managed daily rig operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Re-log historical core and compile drill data, including assay results and downhole survey, for future prospects.
  • Created geological maps and block models to support exploration.

Exploration Geologist

BCM Resources Corp
Thompson Knoll
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Core logging diamond core and RC chips: 'Porphyry and Skarn'.
  • Drill Site Supervisor.
  • Field Mapping for Future Prospects.
  • Utilized GIS software for spatial analysis of geological features such as structural trends or lithological variations.
  • Utilized geographic information systems for mapping and data analysis.

Exploration Geologist

Reyna Silver
Medicine Spring
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Field Mapping
  • Rock sampling (550 rock samples collected).
  • Soil Sampling.
  • Digital Mapping in ArcGIS.

Exploration Geologist

Relevant Gold Corp
Black Hills
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Performed detailed structural field mapping of three distinct phases of folding for orogenetic gold deposit.
  • Soil Sampling.
  • Implement advanced digital mapping solutions using ArcGIS.

Teacher's Assistant

UTSA
San Antonio
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Assisted lead teacher with lesson planning and classroom management tasks.
  • Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning experiences.
  • Maintained a positive classroom environment fostering collaboration and respect.
  • Provided individualized and small group support to reinforce classroom topics and promote student learning.

Education

Master's degree - Geology

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, Texas
12.2020

Bachelor of Geology -

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, Texas
12.2018

Skills

  • Geological mapping
  • Core logging
  • Drilling supervision
  • Project coordination
  • Qgis proficiency
  • Leapfrog proficiency
  • Logistics management
  • Resource modeling
  • Data analysis
  • Drilling program preparation
  • Safety management

References

  • Amanda Scott, Managing Director -Scott Geological AB, amanda@scottgeological.com, +46 703221497
  • Aubrey Lee, VP Advance Exploration - BRE, aubrey@bigrockexploration.com, +1 6198715386

Research

  • Imperial Barrel Award (IBA) competition, San Antonio, Texas, 01/01/20, 05/31/20, member of a team of five students who evaluated the hydrocarbon potential of a basin in 8 weeks, analyzed the Deepwater Gulf of Mexico area. Accomplishing chrono- and lithostratigraphy interpretation of their geologic history, and correlated it with well-log data interpretation, leader on dry hole analysis and risk assessment for the prospects presented
  • MSEIP undergraduate student researcher, San Antonio, Texas, 08/01/17, 05/31/19, stratigraphic study of the Late Cretaceous Austin Chalk Group in South-Central Texas to highlight hardground unconformities that reflect the incapacity of marine ecosystems to adapt to sea-level changes and paleoenvironmental perturbations, presented results of the research as posters at the College of Sciences Research Conference, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and the SACNAS, the National Diversity in STEM Conference during Fall 2018
  • NSF GEOPATHS undergraduate student researcher, San Antonio, Texas, 01/01/17, 05/31/17, participated in the National Science Foundation UTSA GEOPATHS program, recorded the orientation and mineralogy of enclaves in the field at 'Enchanted Rock Park,' and plotted the data on the Enchanted Rock map using ArcGIS to research the enclaves' influence on the Enchanted Rock formation

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Exploration Geologist

Avaanna Exploration Service
04.2024 - Current

Exploration Geologist

Freeport-McMoran
06.2022 - 02.2024

Exploration Geologist

Faraday Copper Corp
01.2022 - 06.2022

Exploration Geologist

BCM Resources Corp
08.2021 - 12.2021

Exploration Geologist

Reyna Silver
05.2021 - 08.2021

Exploration Geologist

Relevant Gold Corp
02.2021 - 05.2021

Teacher's Assistant

UTSA
01.2019 - 12.2020

Master's degree - Geology

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO

Bachelor of Geology -

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
MIGUEL BERNARDO