Austine Chima Madu

Proven Geologist with knowledge of GIS, Geophysical survey, Google earth software, ArcGis software and exceptional leadership qualities, demonstrated at Tongyi Group Limited, Federal Capital Territory Administration and Danchuks Well Drilling Company through successful real-time data collection, site investigation and field mapping, data interpretation and quality control, excelled in collaborative projects, ensuring the reliability of geological data for critical decision-making.

Geologist - Tongyi Group Limited - FCT, Abuja

(2025-01)

Geology Department Under Mining Section

• Played vital role locating mineral deposits using various geological techniques like mapping, drilling, and geophysical surveys to Identify potential mineral deposits.
• Assessing the quality, quantity, and economic viability of identified deposits, including analyzing core samples and other geological data.
• Prepared detailed geological reports and documentation on the findings, which are essential for communication with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Utilizing geological software such as ArcGIS and Google Earth to create geological maps and use geographic coordinates to identify potential mineral zones.
• Contributed to the design of both open-pit and underground mines, considering factors like geological structures, rock stability, and safety.
• Monitoring geological conditions during mining operations, providing crucial data for optimizing production and ensuring safety.
• Assessing the potential environmental impacts of mining activities, including water quality, air quality, and land disturbance.
• Played a key role in planning for mine closure, ensuring that the site is properly rehabilitated and restored to a stable and productive state.
• Compiling and submitting work progress reports detailing the progress of mining activities as directed by the Nigerian mining Act.

Junior Geologist - Federal Capital Territory Administration - Abuja

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

Department of Solid Mineral and Allied Matters. Assisting in every site work involving the following:

• General terrain and geological mappings and to study the general suitability of the site for geological and Engineering projects.
• Studying the suitability of construction materials (soil or rocks)
• Determination of possible difficulties that may be encountered by a specific construction method for any particular Engineering project. Without the above mentioned, geological and construction work may fail or become dysfunctional depending on the terrain.

Junior Geologist - Danchuks Well Drilling Company - Imo State

(2019-01 - 2019-12)

• Developed and implemented real-time data interpretation, prepared reports and communication strategies for field investigations.
• Participated in field investigations, collecting vital geological samples for laboratory analysis and interpretation.
• Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistency and reliability in collected data sets during fieldwork assignments.

Bachelor of Science - Geology - Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State (2021-12)

Secondary School Certificate Examination - Epiphany College Ihitte, Ezinihitte Mbaise, Imo State (2012-12)

First School Leaving Certificate - Community Primary School, Eziala Nguru, Aboh Mbaise, Imo State (2006-12)