General Manager – Exploration & Business Development Manager at Steiger Geoscience and Engineering Pvt Ltd (2022-10 – Present)
- Delivered MEMC-compliant resource estimates and 3D geological models for 5 iron ore blocks and 1 Bauxite block in Madhya Pradesh (MPSMC), enabling G3 auction block clearance and advancing projects from reconnaissance to resource definition stage.
- Successfully managed and completed the exploration of more than 6 Iron Ore blocks and 6 Limestone blocks under MPSMC, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from exploration planning, field implementation, and execution to final report preparation. Coordinated with government agencies, prepared technical reports and geological maps, and led a multidisciplinary team of 6 geologists and 3 surveyors to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.
- Delivered MEMC-compliant resource estimates and 3D geological models for 6 Limestone blocks and 4 Iron ore block in Rajasthan for RSMET enabling G3 auction block clearance and advancing projects from reconnaissance to resource definition stage.
- Directed drone magnetic surveys across Prakasam district (AP) for JSW and Minzari block (Maharashtra) for Hindalco, reducing target definition time by ~40% versus conventional ground methods.
- Led technical due diligence of 5 Iron ore blocks in Andhra Pradesh, Jhumka Iron ore block- Odisha, Bhimsenkila Gold and Khobna-Agargaon Tungsten blocks, producing investment-grade reports that directly informed management's multi-crore acquisition decisions.
- Managed end-to-end exploration for 5 critical mineral auction blocks across India and Katghora Li-REE block (Chhattisgarh), integrating geophysical, geochemical, and geological datasets into coherent targeting strategies compliant with international reporting standards.
- Built and managed a team of 8 geologists and geophysicists across 10+ concurrent exploration projects, reducing delivery turnaround by ~30% by standardising field SOPs for Geological mapping, Geochemical Survey, Core logging and and Geological report preparation and introducing Leapfrog-based reporting workflows that replaced manual section compilation.
- Grew company LinkedIn presence from 500 to 2,900 followers and contributed directly to new client acquisition across government and private mining sectors through structured business development activity.
- Successfully initiated partnerships with leading AI/ML mineral exploration firms and software companies such as Horin, enhancing technological capabilities and collaborative opportunities.
- Led company participation in industry conferences and exhibitions, coordinating displays, demonstrations, and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Represented Steiger Geoscience at conferences, exhibitions, and business forums, strengthening industry presence and professional networks.
- Managed business development activities by identifying new opportunities, preparing technical and commercial proposals, engaging with clients and government agencies, participating in tendering processes, and supporting strategic partnerships to drive organizational growth.
Deputy Manager – Geoscience & Technical Solutions at Datacode (2019-08 – 2022-08)
Strategically leveraged this period to deepen expertise in industry-leading geological modelling platforms — RockWorks, Leapfrog, Surfer, LogPlot, GEO5 — directly applied in current resource estimation and 3D modelling work.
- Managing key accounts including GSI and DGM, Vedanta, etc. translating deep technical knowledge of exploration workflows into high-value software solutions for government geological bodies.
- Delivered advanced training workshops on RockWorks 2020 for geological modelling to 200+ geologists across mining companies and academic institutions, building cross-industry expertise in 3D subsurface interpretation.
- Gained hands-on advanced proficiency in Leapfrog implicit modelling and Datamine block modelling skills directly applied to MEMC - standard resource estimation in subsequent exploration management roles.
Executive Geologist – Exploration & Mining at MMR SARL (2017-08 – 2019-05)
- Directed tin and tantalum exploration programs across multiple licence areas in DRC, delivering exploration plans, geological maps, and ore projection reports that guided mine planning decisions in a complex operating environment.
- Implemented grade control protocols and sampling SOPs using portable XRF analysis, improving ore-to-waste selectivity and reducing dilution at the mining face.
- Expanded scope into lithium target reconnaissance, conducting initial geological assessment and reporting to position the company for critical minerals diversification.
Geological Engineer – Subsurface Data & Drilling Geology at Weatherford Surface Logging Systems (International Logging Overseas) (2008-06 – 2016-11)
Field break 2011–2014 for international mining roles
- Delivered real-time mudlogging and formation evaluation across 10+ petroleum exploration wells, building precision subsurface data interpretation and core logging skills directly transferable to hard-rock exploration drill programme management.
- Monitored drilling parameters and identified hydrocarbon shows through fluorescence, calcimetry, shale density, and shale factor analysis, maintaining geological databases and contributing to well completion reports for operator clients.
Consultant Geologist at Mining 360 Services (2016-05 – 2016-11)
- Prepared mining plans and environment clearance reports, integrating geological maps, reserve estimations, and land use / drainage maps (ArcGIS, MapInfo) into regulatory submission packages for mineral lease holders.
Sr. Mining Geologist / Project Manager at Anglo African Gypsum Ltd. (2013-01 – 2014-05)
- Managed full-cycle gypsum mining operations — exploration, geological modelling, reserve estimation, drilling & blasting, production, and export — achieving consistent product quality to cement industry specifications.
- Delineated gypsum ore veins, prepared geological reserve estimates and mine plans for the lease area, and conducted greenfield exploration for copper, cobalt, limestone, and gold to broaden the resource pipeline.
Mining Geologist → Senior Mining Geologist → Asst. Manager Geology at Somika Sprl / Kimin Sprl (2011-06 – 2012-12)
- Promoted to Assistant Manager Geology after restarting an abandoned cobalt mine and achieving record production accomplished by implementing systematic ore projections, bench-wise section planning, and grade control protocols that eliminated unplanned dilution.
- Maintained and updated the 3D geological model and geological database, producing monthly deviation plans benchmarking actual vs projected ore extraction to within <5% variance.
- Managed stockpile grade control at the processing plant, ensuring ore quality compliance and maximising recovery rates throughout the production cycle.
Geologist at Gujarat Mineral Research and Development Society (GMRDS) (2007-03 – 2008-06)
- Contributed, in collaboration with the Geological Survey of India team, to the development of sampling procedures and determination of sampling intervals for a geochemical prospecting project in the Kachchh region, Gujarat.
- Conducted geochemical prospecting and sampling under the NGCM Programme on Pachchham Island, Kachchh District, Gujarat. Delineated metamorphosed quartz deposits in Dahod district using DGPS and geological mapping, contributing to GSI's regional geochemical prospecting programme.
- Produced geological, geomorphological, drainage, and land use maps using MapInfo and ArcGIS, establishing foundational GIS mapping capabilities applied throughout subsequent career.
Geologist at Geo-Engineering Services (2006-05 – 2007-03)
- Conducted geophysical resistivity surveys, hydrogeological studies, and geotechnical soil testing for Adani (SBAT project and Mundra Power Plant), translating field and laboratory data into borehole siting and river diversion recommendations.
- Conducted Geotechnical and Ground water surveys
