Wazif Akmal

Final-year Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Mineral Resources student at Universiti Sains Malaysia with industrial training experience in Mine Planning and Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) engineering at Penjom Gold Mine. Experienced in terrain modelling, volume estimation, UAV photogrammetry, bathymetric surveying, and mine design using GEOVIA Surpac. Strong leadership background as President of the Minerals and Materials Engineering Society (MIMATES), with proven ability to lead projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver engineering solutions.

Passionate about applying technical knowledge and practical experience to support safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations.

Mine Planning Intern at Specific Resources Sdn. Bhd. (Penjom Gold Mine) (2025-07 – 2025-10)

• Assisted Mine Planning Engineers in daily mine planning and production activities for an active gold mining operation.
• Developed and evaluated internal Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) design alternatives to maximise storage capacity within the existing TSF footprint.
• Produced terrain models, surface designs and volume calculations using GEOVIA Surpac.
• Integrated UAV photogrammetry and bathymetric survey data to develop accurate topographic models for engineering analysis.
• Conducted loose bulk density testing of tailings materials in accordance with ASTM C29/C29M.
• Prepared technical drawings, engineering reports and supporting documentation for mine planning projects.
• Collaborated with engineers and survey personnel to support mine planning and TSF development activities.

Retail Sales Assistant at CG Computers Sdn. Bhd. (Switch) (2024-08 – 2024-11)

• Provided technical guidance and troubleshooting support to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Consistently achieved sales targets through product demonstrations and customer engagement.
• Supported inventory management, merchandising and daily retail operations.
• Assisted customers in selecting Apple products and accessories based on their requirements.

Direct Sales Agent at Celcom Blue Cube Miri (2022-07 – 2022-10)

• Assisted customers with Celcom Home Fibre inquiries and broadband support.
• Collaborated with the team to improve customer service.

Nursery Supervisor at Kai Nguong Nursery (S) Sdn. Bhd. (2022-02 – 2022-06)

• Managed sales activities, assisted customers with plant selection, and processed transactions while maintaining sales records.
• Monitored inventory, ensured stock availability, and arranged products.
• Provided plant care advice and handled nursery maintenance, including watering, pruning, and general upkeep.

Sales Supervisor at Digi Store Alphacom (2018-12 – 2019-04)

• Achieved Top Seller status for three months by exceeding targets.
• Managed sales operations, coached team members, handled transactions and resolved customer inquiries.

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) in Mineral Resources – Universiti Sains Malaysia (2022 – 2026)

Diploma in Agricultural Engineering – Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu, Sarawak (2022 – 2022)

Diploma Preparatory Science Programme in Science – Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu, Sarawak (2019 – 2019)