Rochelle Vaz

Experience

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  Core Laboratories

  May 2011 - Jul 2011

  Geologist Internship

  • Completed a two-month internship with the company with exposure to the laboratory environment of reservoir geology. • Carried out Grain Size Analysis on Well Samples with a Sonic Sifter. • Assisted in Carbonate Core Description hence understanding lithofacies, faunal assemblages, diagenesis and reservoir quality. • Preparing draft reports on Carbonate thin sections. • Assisted in the preparation of the thin sections and techniques involved in dealing with different samples. • Managed clerical work of updating invoices with clients and maintaining job logs. Show less

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  Core Laboratories

  Aug 2012 - Feb 2020

  • Strengthened experience with mineralogical analysis of rock samples using various analytical techniques. • Developed new standards in thin-section studies in sedimentary, metamorphic and volcaniclastics reservoirs effectively reducing turnaround time by 50%. • Multidisciplinary projects with grain size, x-ray diffraction, core description, scanning electron microscopy and thin-section studies for assessing authigenic and detrital mineralogies, diagenesis with effects on petrophysical parameters, texture, composition, and porosity distribution of the reservoir rocks. • Created client-specific templates and reports that led to fine-tuning QA/ QC procedures reducing processing time and improving client-company relations. • Organized training for clients on thin section description, fossil identification, marker fossils, structure identification and laboratory procedures. • Led presentations and data findings for clients that brought in future jobs. • Core sample selection and processing along with sedimentologists gaining insights of sample on a macroscopic level. • Laboratory Management and Leading the team that led to reduced processing time and streamlined objectives. • Established and managed data gathering, interpretation and submission timelines. • Technical report writing, mineralogical reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. • Fine-tuned, andtrained new joiners and conducted point counting on thin sections. Show less • Received accolades and promotion to Petrographer after completing the course Carbonates Applied to Hydrocarbon Exploration and Exploitation by Jeffrey Dravis at the University of Houston, Texas. • Promoted to Assistant team leader of the Petrography team. • Brainstormed client-specific procedures and templates that improved client-company relationships. • Streamlined thin-section studies, diagenetic charts, porosity-permeability charts and graphs with observable trends, hence enhancing future petrographic analyses reports. • Enhanced report-writing skills and presentation of reports. • Occasionally managed the thin-section laboratory and sample inventory. • Worked on projects from the Paleozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic carbonate reservoirs of the U.A.E, Kuwait, Kahmah formation, Mukhaizna Field, Oman; South Ratqa field, Burgan Field, Magwa Field, Sabriya Field, Kuwait. • Some of the projects carried out in carbonate reservoirs of the middle east are petrography of Arab- A, B, C and D; Thamama group carbonates, Simsima formation, Shilaif formation, Yamama-Mishrif formations (Iraq), Sulaiy-Yamama-Nahr-Umr formations (Qatar), Shuaiba (Oman), Simsima, Upper Araej (U.A.E.), etc. • Petrographic studies of the clastic reservoirs belonging to the Lower Fars, Ratawi, Dibdibba and Mauddud formations in the fields of Burgan, Ahmadi, Magwa, Bahith, South Ratqa, Mutriba, Umm Niqa and Sabriya. • Petrographic studies of the Paleocene to Eocene lacustrine muds, porcellanites and turbidites of Barmer Basin, Rajasthan, India. Show less • Trained in-house on carbonate and clastic thin sections, along with the identification of mineral relationships, fossil types, pore types and inter-relationships with the reservoir. • Imported files and data for audits that were organized and easy to process and retrieve. • Introduction to diagenetic studies of samples and correlation based on depths. • Performed Dry-Sieve Analysis of clastic samples, along with interpretation and reporting of Well conditions and Reservoir Mean Grain Size. • Coordinated thin-section preparation training for new joiners. Show less • Interpretation and reporting of Dry-Sieve Analysis data of clastic samples; along with well conditions and Reservoir Mean Grain Size. • Collected and analysed geological data to determine types of rocks and characteristics. • Characterised sediment through careful study and geological knowledge. • Comprehensive training in preparation of Thin Sections of Core trim-ends, involving methods of cleaning, impregnating, carbonate and K-feldspar staining of samples. • Trained new employees in thin-section preparation before moving on to the position of Petrographer. Show less

  • Reservoir Geologist III/Mineralogist

    Oct 2018 - Feb 2020

  • Geologist II

    Oct 2014 - Oct 2018

  • Geologist- Junior Petrographer

    Jun 2013 - Oct 2014

  • Geologist Technician

    Aug 2012 - May 2013
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  AIQ (ADNOC G42 JV)

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  Geologist SME

  - Leveraging my passion and extensive experience to spearhead the transformation of geology through the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI).- Collaborating seamlessly within a dynamic and dedicated team focused on pushing the envelope, unearthing novel perspectives, and redefining the landscape of geological exploration. This pioneering methodology seamlessly melds state-of-the-art technology with profound geological acumen, setting the stage for pioneering breakthroughs and sustainable resource stewardship.- Played an integral role in shaping the future of Geological studies by actively participating in AI-driven initiatives.- Acquired a profound and up-to-date understanding of industry trends and process enhancements, further enhancing my expertise. Show less

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  AIQ

  May 2024 - now

  Product Specialist / Geology SME