ISSELMOU BRAHIM VALL
Nouakchott
Summary
Offering strong foundation in geological sciences with keen interest in mineral exploration and analysis. Delivers robust understanding of geological formations and mapping, combined with proficiency in data interpretation. Ready to use and develop field research and analytical skills in Project Geologist role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exploration Geologist (SENISA)
ANARPAM
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced geological understanding of exploration areas by conducting detailed field mapping and sampling.
- Analyzed and interpreted geological, geochemical and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, drillholes and aerial photos.
- Provided help on drill program design and execution.
- Planned and conducted geological and geochemical and field studies and surveys by collecting samples and conducting drilling and testing programs.
- Collected and recorded samples and data from ASM pits and Outcrops sites.
- Used geochemical, geophysical and drilling methods to design drilling exploration programs.
- Optimized existing drilling campaigns through real-time adjustments based on continuously updated geological interpretations.
- Compiled data, prepared reports, completed Ore Grade Shell modeling and created maps with Micromine.
- Logging and interpreting RC and DD holes
Senior Geochemist
ANARPAM
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Planned and conducted geological and geochemical studies and surveys by collecting samples and conducting testing programs.
- Enhanced geological understanding of exploration areas by conducting detailed field mapping and sampling.
- Mentored junior geologists in technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Created GIS maps and figures for technical reports.
- Producing Geochemical Technical Reports
Exploration Geologist (SENISA)
ANARPAM
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced geological understanding of exploration areas by conducting detailed field mapping and sampling.
- Re-logging the historical RC holes to update the Geological Maps and to better understand the areas to be explored.
- Analyzed and interpreted geological, geochemical and geophysical data of the exploration areas.
Senior Geochemist
ANARPAM
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and conducted geological and geochemical studies and surveys by collecting samples and conducting testing programs.
- Enhanced geological understanding of exploration areas by conducting detailed field mapping and sampling.
- Mentored junior geologists in technical skills, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Created GIS maps and figures for technical reports.
- Producing Geochemical Technical Reports
QA/QC Geologist
Eiffage Génie Civil Marine (EGCM)
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Implemented QA/QC measures to ensure the material produced by our quarry (ballast and blocks) comply with all BP requirements (shape, size, impurity, block size, granulometry, laboratory test, etc.) for the underwater dike of the GTA gas terminal.
- Guiding blast to ensure producing the required material.
Exploration Geologist
Kinross Tasiast
02.2018 - 02.2019
- RC, DD and Auger drilling monitoring, RC and DD logging, data entry in Acquire, Data visualization in Micromine, interpretation of drilling sections, Trench mapping, Collect of Rock Chips…
Geologist
BETEX
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Geotechnical studies, materials analysis and monitoring of work execution
Education
Master of Science - Géosciences
Université De Cheikh Anta Diop
DAKAR12-2014
Licence - Geosciences And Mineral Resources
Université Moulay Ismail
Meknès06-2012
High School Diploma -
Lycée Al Baraka
Nouakchott06-2006
Skills
- ArcGis
- Micromine
- Mapinfo
- IoGas
- Geosoft Target
- Acquire
- Leapfrog
- Word
- Excel
- Powerpoint
- Outlook
- GCDkit
- Leadership
- Core logging
- Mineral exploration
- Structural geology
- GIS applications
- Field sampling
- Geological mapping
- Drilling supervision
- Explorations execution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Organization
Creativity
LANGUAGES
Arabic
Advanced
C1
French
Advanced
C1
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Hobbies and Interests
Travel and Discovery, Sports and Health
Certification
- Mauritanian Driver's License
- IOSH working safely
- Leapfrog Geo Fundamentals
- Micromine Resource Estimation and Implicit Modelling
Timeline
Exploration Geologist (SENISA)
ANARPAM
09.2023 - Current
Senior Geochemist
ANARPAM
12.2022 - 08.2023
Exploration Geologist (SENISA)
ANARPAM
05.2022 - 11.2022
Senior Geochemist
ANARPAM
05.2021 - 05.2022
QA/QC Geologist
Eiffage Génie Civil Marine (EGCM)
01.2020 - 04.2020
Exploration Geologist
Kinross Tasiast
02.2018 - 02.2019
Geologist
BETEX
07.2015 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Géosciences
Université De Cheikh Anta Diop
Licence - Geosciences And Mineral Resources
Université Moulay Ismail
High School Diploma -
Lycée Al Baraka
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