Tamirira Mberi

Geology graduate with strong experience in GIS, spatial data analysis, and field data integration across government and mineral exploration environments. Proficient in ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and web-based GIS applications. Has hands-on experience managing drilling, environmental, and geospatial datasets. Known for strong attention to detail, data QA/QC, and clear spatial data visualization.

Contract Geologist / Reverse Circulation Drilling Technician (GIS-Focused) at Mercator Geological Services (Contractor at Equinox Gold - Valentine Gold Mine) (2026-01 – Present)

• Developed and managed spatial datasets for drill planning using QGIS
• Integrated, cleaned, and validated drilling and geological data
• Used Excel to prepare datasets for GIS analysis
• Managed field data syncing using Acquire
• Performed daily QA/QC on spatial and drilling datasets
• Generated maps and visualizations for operations
• Collected and georeferenced ARD and ASB samples
• Used Trimble GPS for accurate spatial positioning
• Collaborated with field teams to align GIS data with operations

GIS Summer Intern at Government of Nova Scotia - Department of Natural Resources (2025-06 – 2025-09)

• Migrated legacy GIS projects from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro
• Produced maps using environmental and geological datasets
• Developed web apps using VertiGIS and ArcGIS Experience Builder
• Designed Survey123 forms for field data collection
• Conducted research on mineral potential models
• Performed QA/QC and resolved data inconsistencies

Teaching Assistant at Saint Mary's University (2024-09 – 2025-05)

• Supported students in labs and coursework
• Provided feedback and assisted with grading

Research Assistant at Saint Mary's University (2024-05 – 2024-08)

• Logged and analyzed core samples
• Conducted SEM and petrographic analysis
• Participated in field sampling, data collection and data analysis

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Geology – Saint Mary's University (2021-09 – 2025-05)