ANDRIANJAFY Tsiriniaina Mamy Tiana
Antananarivo,Madagascar
Summary
Accomplished geologist with extensive expertise in mineralogy and petrography, adept at adapting to field conditions and executing comprehensive field research. Proficient in borehole surveying, geological mapping, and resource estimation, with a strong background in petrology and core logging. Demonstrates exceptional skills in equipment operation supervision, tailings management, and exploration campaigns. Experienced in ore reserve determination, block modelling, and JORC compliance. Career goals include advancing innovative techniques in quantitative geology and enhancing sustainable mining practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Mine geologist
Nextsource Materials
Fotadrevo TOLIARA, Madagascar
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with mining engineers and metallurgist to optimise graphite ore extraction strategies.
- Conducted detailed geological mapping to aid the understanding of complex mineral systems.
- Assessed quality of minerals for mining purposes.
- Evaluated potential mining sites, ensuring economic feasibility.
- Managed quality control checks on collected samples to ensure accuracy and reliability of data obtained from fieldwork tasks.
- Interpreted borehole data for accurate mine planning.
- Provided technical advice on geology-related issues to improve operational efficiency.
- Assisted the development of geological models using specialised software solutions using Deswik.
- Assisted mining engineers on surveying and blasting operations using DGPS.
Mine geologist
DISHIO SARL
Mananjary, Madagascar South East
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted gold explorations with staff in the permit locations for long-term planning purposes using pan and pits as methods of investigation.
- Used geological knowledge and expertise in the alluvial deposit to characterize sediment containing gold.
- Helped to solve geology-related issues at mine sites using mapping and assessment techniques.
- Developed and implemented real-time data interpretation and communication strategies for field investigations.
- Maintained optimal safety practices on every job site by implementing HSE process.
- Collected, reviewed and interpreted real-time and long-term geological data gleaned from the gold locations for use in technical reports.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Used coordination and planning skills on the mine quarry to achieve results according to schedule.
- Gathered geological data from pits done to determine geological relationships in regional context by using software Rockworks, Goggle Earth.
- Provided technical advice on geology-related issues to improve operational efficiency.
Hydrogeologist
ETAM Forage
Tananarive, Madagascar
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted geophysical studies by using PQWT to precise geological maps highlighting identified underground water and potential drilling sites.
- Supervised drilling operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Worked closely with engineers to design dewatering schemes for construction projects.
- Developed hydrogeological models to predict water flow.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting hydrogeological investigations.
- Advised clients on water well installation and maintenance practices.
- Monitored hydraulic tests, interpreting results efficiently.
- Assessed core samples and cuttings for water quality and quantity.
Exploration geologist
Mada Mining
Sarongololona - Ranolalina , Tamatave Madagascar
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Identified potential chromite mine by conducting detailed geological exploration .
- Used GIS applications (Map Info) efficiently for improved spatial data management in exploration activities .
Exploration geologist
Energizer ressources
Fotadrevo Tulear, Madagascar
11.2007 - 12.2014
- Collected extensive rock samples, facilitated accurate laboratory analysis.
- Conducted fieldworks; mapping and sampling
- Analysed various data sets, increased understanding of subsurface geology.
- Assisted in drilling operations to ensure optimal extraction processes were followed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resource estimation accuracy.
- Implemented latest geophysical techniques for improved mineral identification and quantification.
- Prospected concession by using XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) investigation, Stream sediments methods and pits.
- Used geological knowledge and expertise in core logging to characterize graphite and Vanadium deposits with geotechnical logs and Rock Quality Designation (RQD).
Education
Master of Science - Petrology Metallogeny
Geoscience department
University of Tananarive MADAGASCAR 01.2002 - 08.2007
Skills
- Mineralogy expertise
- Adapting to field conditions
- Borehole surveying
- Petrology knowledge
- Geological mapping
- Mineralogy identification
- Core logging
- Rock sample selecting
- Drilling operations
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
French
Fluent
Malagasy
Native
Affiliations
- Jogging
- Reading
Timeline
Mine geologist
Nextsource Materials
06.2022 - Current
Mine geologist
DISHIO SARL
05.2021 - 12.2021
Hydrogeologist
ETAM Forage
09.2020 - 05.2021
Exploration geologist
Mada Mining
11.2017 - 01.2018
Exploration geologist
Energizer ressources
11.2007 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Petrology Metallogeny
Geoscience department
01.2002 - 08.2007
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