Christopher Gauci

Christopher Gauci

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    ⛏⚒ Geologist / GIS / Mapping / Risk Assessment / Coast / Lecturer / Lab Analysis / Fieldwork / Sedimentary Analysis / Mineral identification 🧪🥼

  • Education

    • L-Università ta' Malta

      2012 - 2015
      B. Sc. (Hons.) in Earth Systems Earth Systems C

      Activities and Societies: - Song Writing (Activity) - Fieldworks: both in Malta and abroad- Team building- Laboratory Procedures & Experiments- Leadership- Scientific knowledge of the components and processes of Earth systems- Understanding of the implications for mankind of changes in Earth systems- Knowledge of the characteristics and history of environmental change- A grounding in the varied human dimensions of environmental concerns- Understanding of the science-policy interface- History of the emergence… Show more - Fieldworks: both in Malta and abroad- Team building- Laboratory Procedures & Experiments- Leadership- Scientific knowledge of the components and processes of Earth systems- Understanding of the implications for mankind of changes in Earth systems- Knowledge of the characteristics and history of environmental change- A grounding in the varied human dimensions of environmental concerns- Understanding of the science-policy interface- History of the emergence and evolution of sustainability concerns- Explanation of the local, regional and global context for environmental issues- Knowledge of the policy and legal context within which management of Earth systems occurs- Design and implementation of empirical research- Relevant tools and techniques for critical analysis- Knowledge of the local and regional context (Malta and the Mediterranean), together with an understanding of other international perspectives- Engagement with leading professionals in the field Show less

    • University College Cork

      2015 - 2016
      M. Sc. in Exploration Field Geology Geology

      Activities and Societies: UCC Geological Society - Igneous and metamorphic terrain mapping in North Ireland;- Coal exploration in Wales;- Basin analysis and sedimentary facies analysis by producing log data;- Desk study and preliminary site evaluation of the causal factors for ground subsidence;- Palynofacies analysis;- Peat and mineral subsoil logging, and soil classification;- Slope stability risk assessment;- Hydrogeology;- Offshore geological exploration aboard the Celtic Voyager using a multibeam… Show more - Igneous and metamorphic terrain mapping in North Ireland;- Coal exploration in Wales;- Basin analysis and sedimentary facies analysis by producing log data;- Desk study and preliminary site evaluation of the causal factors for ground subsidence;- Palynofacies analysis;- Peat and mineral subsoil logging, and soil classification;- Slope stability risk assessment;- Hydrogeology;- Offshore geological exploration aboard the Celtic Voyager using a multibeam echosounder, aseismic system, vibrocorer, sound velocity profiler, sediment sampler, CTD, and box corer to studythe potential of heavy mineral sands;- GIS;- Field exploration methods;- Structural geology for hydrocarbon exploration using Kingdom;- Ore deposits;- Structural geology for mineral exploration;- Identifying copper veins to produce maps showing the potential for further extraction;- Interpreting stream sediment data from Tellus to identify source rock for gold, platinum and palladium and their formation. Show less

  • Experience

    • McDonalds Malta

      Jun 2012 - Oct 2012
      Cashier/Front Desk

      - Responsible for the cash;- Responsible for cleanliness;- Stocking of items.

    • Woodlab Gozo

      Jun 2013 - Sept 2013
      Office Clerk

      - Accounting;- Cleaning of office;- Updating database.

    • Hotel Ta' Cenc

      Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
      Barman/Waiter
    • Woodlab Gozo

      Jun 2015 - Sept 2015
      Office Clerk/Carpentry

      - Responsible for maintaining all accounting in order;- Regular updating of databases;- Cleaning of office;- Delivering goods safely and undamaged;- Helping hand with polishing of goods and their placement.

    • ECOSERV Ltd.

      Oct 2016 - Apr 2017
      Field Observer

      - Observing passing birds for a bird migratory survey.

    • University of Malta

      Mar 2017 - now
      Visiting Geology Lecturer with the Institute of Earth Systems

      - Teaching Sedimentary Lithology;- Teaching Igneous Lithology;- Teaching Matter and Minerals;- Teaching Metamorphic Lithology;- Teaching Geological Mapping & Fieldwork Techniques;- Organising labwork for students to learn how to perform palynofacies analysis and sandclassification;- Organising fieldwork for the students to learn how to draw and fill in logs to produce a log sheetcontaining a stratigraphical column of the area under study;- Producing detailed and stimulating presentations for the students;- Devising exam and assignment questions, and correcting of questions devised. Show less

    • Cleansing Services, Projects & Development, Ministry for Gozo

      May 2017 - Jun 2017

      - Monitor for sand shifting and placement of walkway at Ramla l-Ħamra, Gozo;- Supervising works carried out by a tracked loader for the shifting of sand on the first day, andseventeen beach cleaners for the placement of the wooden frames on the second day;- Implementing sustainable ways for the reduction of environmental damage;- Responsible for the protection of sand dunes and the local flora and fauna;- Carried out in a short time span and according to regulations from ERA;- The writing of a monitoring report which was then submitted to ERA. Show less

      • Secondary Monitor for removal/shifting of P. oceanica beach wrack at Bajja ta' Santa Marija, Comino

        Jun 2017 - Jun 2017
      • Monitor for the sand shifting and placement of wooden pathways at Ramla l-Ħamra, Gozo

        May 2017 - May 2017
    • ECOSERV Ltd.

      Sept 2017 - Sept 2017
      Field Observer

      - Part of a migratory bird survey

    • National Statistics Office - Malta

      Sept 2017 - Jul 2019
      Statistician

      - Using statistical software (MS Access and SPSS) to analyse data, identify trends and relationships within the data as well as any factors that could affect results;- Applying sampling techniques to determine and define cohorts to be surveyed;- Designing surveys and questionnaires to collect data in accordance to an established European Statistics Code of Practice and other required regulatory obligations;- Preparing data for processing by organizing information, checking for inaccuracies, adjusting and weighting the raw data;- Evaluating sources of information in order to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability, while ensuring statistical confidentiality;- Interpreting the data, making statistical analysis to facilitate decision making; advising on findings and recommending strategy;- Presenting findings from analyses, in written reports, tables, charts and maps;- Attending European and other International working groups, supporting national interest while adhering to European Statistical Standards;- Conversant with software and spatial data formats applied in the GIS field;- Adapt to QGIS software available at NSO;- Skill in the preparation, production and maintaining of maps, reports and related documents using GIS software;- Collaborating with other units within NSO and other external stakeholders in order to gather and develop spatial datasets;- Assisting in future NSO projects, particularly those related to the INSPIRE Directive, creation of a geocoded business register, and the 2021 census. Show less

    • In collaboration with Austin Camilleri and Mark Casha

      Sept 2018 - Jan 2020
      Geologist

      - Creation of a new font- Engraving of new font on different sedimentary layers across the Maltese Islands- Monitoring of erosion rate of new font within the sediments

    • Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works

      Jul 2019 - now
      Manager (Geology)

      - Assist the Director General in the development and maintenance of a system for the reporting, auctioning and follow-up of cases of danger related to coastal erosion- Providing advice to the various units and departments of the Works and Infrastructure Department on matters relating to geology and to their respective line of work- Plan and coordinate projects and initiatives for addressing risks to public safety from coastal erosion- Providing and coordinating assessments of geo risks in specific coastal areas- Prepare material for dissemination and communication on the subject of geo risks to raise awareness and for public information- Develop and coordinate campaigns for raising risk awareness, for the management of risks associated with coastal erosion- Overseeing the process of collection and management of data relating to geology, held or commissioned by the Works and Infrastructure Department in connection with specific projects, initiatives, and its functions in general- Provide direction for the use of GIS to build and manage geophysical data and to integrate it with other information as may be required- Provide technical support to the design, execution and management of projects and initiatives- Assist or coordinate studies and contracts as part of the technical support required for projects andmanagement initiatives requiring a geophysical or technical input- Coordinate procurement processes as necessary for the implementation of such measures and actions as may be required- Coordinate and take responsibility for the preparation, submission and execution of EU projects that have a geophysical component- To liaise and coordinate with other entities, national or international, for the sharing of geophysical data and for other forms of collaboration Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Procurement by Contracting Authorities

      Institute for the Public Service
      Jul 2021
    • SEA-EU DOC Training event - Career Development for doctoral students

      Ecole Doctorale des Sciences de la Mer et du Littoral, Université de Bretagne Occidentale
      May 2021
    • Managing Employees and Teams working remotely

      Institute for the Public Service
      Dec 2021
    • Occupational First Aid

      Nov 2015
    • ECDL certification

      Sept 2010
    • Integration of statistics and geospatial information - from geocoding to statistical maps

      EUROSTAT
      Apr 2018
    • Statistics Training course - Advanced level

      National Statistics Office - Malta
      Jun 2019
    • MS Access course

      National Statistics Office - Malta
      Jan 2019
    • Geomorphological Mapping in Coastal Areas Training course

      University of Malta
      Nov 2016
    • Communicating in a Business Environment Training course - Advanced level

      National Statistics Office - Malta
      Jan 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Secretary General

      Issued by Malta Chamber of Geologists on Feb 2022
      Malta Chamber of GeologistsAssociated with Christopher Gauci
    • Geologist

      Issued by EGEA - European Geography Association for Students and young Geographers on Apr 2019
      EGEA - European Geography Association for Students and young GeographersAssociated with Christopher Gauci
    • Missionary

      Issued by Serving with Purpose on Jul 2023
      Serving with PurposeAssociated with Christopher Gauci
    • Volunteer

      Issued by OASI Foundation on Apr 2011
      OASI FoundationAssociated with Christopher Gauci