SANDRA PARADA
Houston,TX
Summary
Self-motivated geologist, driven to learn quickly, with advanced computer proficiency and training in industry operations. Solid background in field and office work, supporting site assessments. Flexible and hardworking team player focused on growing professionally in the environmental services industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Exploration Geologist
South32
Córdoba, Colombia
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Characterized rock and soil samples through careful study and geological analysis, in order to determine feasibility of exploration projects.
- Generated accurate and timely reports, analyzing characteristics of exploration sites.
- Developed multi-media sampling (soil, rock, sediment) campaigns, and prepared reports and presentations leading to future exploration work.
- Leveraged specialized GIS software (ArcGIS, Datamine DHLogging) skills for accurate gathering and modeling of surface and subsurface data.
Geologist
AngloGold Ashanti
Antioquia, Colombia
10.2010 - 12.2014
- Conducted local site assessments through geological data investigation and interpretation.
- Characterized project sites through multi-media (soil, and rock) sampling, geological mapping and drill core logging.
- Compiled data, prepared reports, completed geological modeling and created maps with Datamine Studio 3 and ArcGIS.
Geologist
IGEOCON
Bogota, Colombia
08.2010 - 09.2010
- Mapped flooding-prone area, located in suburban development
- Identified safety hazards related to landslides, and flooding.
Quality Control Geologist
GSS Geofisica Sistemas y Soluciones
Sucre, Colombia
04.2010 - 08.2010
- Demonstrated leadership skills by supervising drilling team to ensure completion of seismic exploration program
- Monitored compliance with safety standards and processes for people and equipment in geophysical exploration campaign.
Geologist
Carboandes SA, Cauca
Cauca, Colombia
04.2008 - 07.2009
- Assessed prospective sites through geological and alteration mapping which authorized exploration determinations
- Characterized sediment and soil through careful study and geochemical appraisal
- Facilitated rock sampling by taking hand and core specimens
- Characterized geological formations through core logging
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Bogota, Colombia12.2007
Skills
- Field Investigations
- Site assessment
- Multi-media sampling (soil, rock, sediment)
- Field Equipment Selection
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ArcGIS, Datamine Studio3
- Report Preparation
- Health and Safety standards
Affiliations
- Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists
- Geological Society of America
- Houston Geological Society
- Association for Women Geoscientists
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Exploration Geologist
South32
01.2017 - 01.2019
Geologist
AngloGold Ashanti
10.2010 - 12.2014
Geologist
IGEOCON
08.2010 - 09.2010
Quality Control Geologist
GSS Geofisica Sistemas y Soluciones
04.2010 - 08.2010
Geologist
Carboandes SA, Cauca
04.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
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