JOSEPH KADIMA
Watauga
Summary
Detail-oriented Field Geologist with 5 years of experience in mineral exploration, focusing on copper exploration and drilling operations. Skilled in borehole planning, GPS positioning, core and RC logging, and QA/QC validation. Strong background in field operations and safety compliance, with developing expertise in GIS and QGIS for spatial analysis and data management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Geologist / Drilling Supervisor / Geochemical Exploration
RUBACO
02.2014 - 12.2017
- Supervised daily drilling operations in exploration environments, ensuring adherence to project timelines and safety protocols
- Conducted borehole positioning using GPS and verified azimuth and inclination
- Completed core logging and reverse circulation (RC) logging
- Managed geochemical sampling and chain-of-custody procedures to maintain data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards
- Applied QA/QC protocols to ensure data accuracy
- Coordinated field crews and drilling contractors to optimize workflow and enhance operational efficiency
- Maintained drilling logs and daily operational reports
- Ensured compliance with safety standards
Field Geologist – Exploration (Trenching & Drilling)
GECAMINES SARL
12.2012 - 02.2014
- Executed trenching and surface exploration programs, enhancing mineral evaluation accuracy
- Supported drilling operations including site setup and borehole tracking
- Collected and analyzed geological and geochemical field data to support exploration objectives
- Performed sampling and assisted with QA/QC procedures
- Maintained detailed field logs and contributed to comprehensive reporting for project insights
Education
Bachelor of Geology - Mining and Geological Exploration
University of Kinshasa
Skills
- Mineral Exploration (Copper)
- Geochemical sampling
- Drilling coordination
- Borehole planning
- Exploration project management
- Field data collection methods
- Geology support
- Geological mapping
- Borehole logging techniques
- Field operations
- QA/QC & Data Validation
- GIS skills
- GPS surveying techniques
- Field equipment troubleshooting
- HSE compliance
- Data management
- Exploration project management
- Team collaboration
- Mineral identification techniques
- Core logging techniques
Certification
- OSHA 40 (HAZWOPER) Certification
- Introduction to ArcGIS Certificate
Current Study
GIS and QGIS for geological mapping and spatial analysis
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Field Geologist / Drilling Supervisor / Geochemical Exploration
RUBACO
02.2014 - 12.2017
Field Geologist – Exploration (Trenching & Drilling)
GECAMINES SARL
12.2012 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Geology - Mining and Geological Exploration
University of Kinshasa