Fahad Alghanim

Geophysics professional with 3 years of technical experience at Saudi Aramco's Exploration Organization, specializing in geological and geophysical data analysis, 2D/3D subsurface modeling, technical data interpretation, operational monitoring, risk identification, and technical reporting. Experienced in processing and interpreting complex geoscientific datasets, maintaining data integrity, and communicating technical findings to geologists, engineers, drilling personnel, and senior management. Completed 15 Saudi Aramco Upstream Professional Development Center (UPDC) technical courses covering geophysics, seismic data processing, exploration data management, subsurface mapping, petroleum geology, well logging, and geophysical technology.

Academic experience includes QGIS, ArcGIS, LiDAR/InSAR, MATLAB, and Python applied to geospatial and environmental case studies. Currently supporting mining and industrial operations through data management, operational risk assessment, reporting, process development, and cross-functional coordination. Strong technical foundation in geophysics, data analysis, spatial analysis, and remote sensing, with experience maintaining data quality, interpreting technical information, identifying potential risks, and communicating findings to technical and management teams.

This foundation provides a strong basis for working with complex surveying, imaging, and inspection datasets.

Geophysicist – Exploration Organization at Saudi Aramco (2020-08 – 2023-06)

• Processed, analyzed, and interpreted geological and geophysical datasets to support exploration, resource evaluation, and drilling-related decision making.
• Produced and interpreted 2D and 3D seismic models and images using Paradigm and Linux-based geoscience tools to evaluate subsurface structures and geological features.
• Developed 3D subsurface models using Petrel, integrating historical field data and spatial information to support technical and production-related activities.
• Applied quantitative analysis and technical interpretation to identify geological features, potential anomalies, uncertainties, and project risks.
• Developed 3D prospect models for potential hydrocarbon resources and evaluated their technical and commercial viability prior to drilling.
• Conducted quantitative and economic analyses under multiple oil-price scenarios to support prospect evaluation and investment-related decision making.
• Presented technical prospect evaluations, findings, and recommendations to the Principal Geologists Committee and senior management.
• Served as part of a 24/7 live drilling operations monitoring team, reviewing operational developments and identifying potential project risks requiring technical attention.
• Prepared daily operational reports for senior management covering drilling progress, technical developments, operational risks, and emerging issues.
• Worked cross-functionally with geologists, petroleum engineers, drilling personnel, exploration specialists, and management to evaluate technical information and support operational decisions.
• Maintained the integrity of field-sample databases and archival geoscientific records, supporting accurate organization, preservation, and retrieval of technical information.
• Supported the quality and reliability of geoscientific datasets by maintaining structured records and ensuring technical information was accurately documented.

Administrative Specialist - Government Relations / Regulatory Compliance & Digital Transformation at Zoman Group (2026-06 – Present)

Contracting company operating mines and rock crushers supporting construction projects.

• Support business activities within a mining and industrial operating environment, coordinating regulatory, operational, and administrative requirements across multiple functions.
• Conduct internal risk assessments to identify regulatory, financial, legal, and operational risks and communicate findings and recommended mitigation actions to senior management and the CEO.
• Translate identified business and compliance challenges into structured workflows, corrective-action processes, and implementation requirements.
• Design and develop workflows within Oracle Fusion Cloud to process and manage company violations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate implementation of corrective and preventive actions across Finance, Technical/Engineering, HR, and other responsible departments.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) workflows to standardize business processes, improve accountability, and establish repeatable operating practices.
• Support digital transformation initiatives by converting critical physical documents, contracts, receipts, and records into structured digital archives.
• Improve document traceability, accessibility, and organizational transparency through digital record-management practices.
• Develop knowledge-management materials, including manuals, presentations, diagrams, and process documentation, to capture operational knowledge and facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Work with technical personnel, management, consultants, and external stakeholders to identify requirements, resolve issues, and implement practical solutions.
• Assess process gaps and operational risks and provide management with structured information to support decision making.
• Coordinate across technical and business functions to ensure requirements are understood and translated into actionable outcomes.

Bachelor of Science with Honors in Geophysics – University of Liverpool (2017-09 – 2020-07)

Science & Engineering Foundation Certificate in Science & Engineering – University of Liverpool (2016-09 – 2017-09)

Aramco scholarship program in Scholarship – Aramco (2015-09 – 2016-09)