Rafael Beruski, P. Geo.

Experience

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  Universidade Federal do Paraná

  Jul 2008 - Dec 2010

  Intern

  - Developed scientific research on structural geology;- Digitalized geological maps using software Arcgis.

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  Mineral Geologia

  Mar 2010 - Jan 2011

  Intern

  Worked under senior geologists supervision on the following activities: - Geological mapping and mineral prospects, focusing on sand and limestone deposits; - Writing of formal reports

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  AngloGold Ashanti

  Mar 2011 - Nov 2014

  - Planned and designed the underground diamond drilling for short- and long-term resource evaluation using Datamine Studio 3.- Performed daily tailgate meetings and in-ste inspections to ensure the safety, health, and environmental guidelines were being followed.- Supervised the use of QAQC protocols in the procedure of logging and sampling drillcores.- Interpreted sampling and drilling data for resource estimation, and modelled geological ore bodies for short-term evaluation using Dataminse Studio 3.- Summarized and wrote the monthly mine reconciliation report.- Collaborated with co-workers on other activities related to the sector such as logging drillcore data, and mapping underground geological features. Show less

  • Underground geologist

    Feb 2012 - Nov 2014

  • Underground geologist - trainee

    Mar 2011 - Feb 2012
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  Mineral Geologia

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

  Geologist

  - Planned and executed an intermediate stage of a clay prospect project. Activities included interpreting aerial photos, traversing, investigating outcrops, collecting samples, creating ore potential maps, planning a drilling-grid project, and writing reports;- Planned and executed an initial stage of a sand prospect project. Activities included aerial photos interpretations, initial site recognition, and drafting the first ore potential map;

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  CompassGeo Geologia e Meio Ambiente

  May 2015 - May 2018

  Geologist

  - Provided professional geological consultation for private clients of the construction and environmental sectors.- Negotiated for projects’ deadlines and costs considering the client’s needs and the company’s availability.- Collected data on-site using observations, sampling procedures, or interviews, according to each project’s specifications.- Wrote and reviewed technical reports following the standards established by the local environmental laws.- Proposed at least one solution to mitigate risks related to a project scope when it was required.- Created a company logo. Show less

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  Self-employed

  May 2018 - Jul 2019

  - Wrote technical reports to support the judges’ decisions on four cases.- Developed a flood-risk analysis of a plot of land located in Joinville, Santa Catarina, Brazil, using ArcGIS and HEC-RAS.- Developed a slope stability analysis using the Morgenstern-Price method in GeoStudio software.- Produced Risk-hazard maps for landslide potential using ArcGIS software. - Hired, managed, and supervised survey and drilling contracts.- Created and designed maps and profile section using ArcGIS and AutoCAD software.- Developed slope-stability analysis in artificial and natural slopes, and proposed measures to reduce the risk of slides based on the results of the analyses;

  • Expert consultant for the Court of Justice of Santa Catarina

    Jun 2018 - Jul 2019

  • Geology consultant

    May 2018 - Jul 2019
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  Golder

  May 2020 - Dec 2020

  Lab/Field Technician

  - Performed compaction monitoring testing using a Portable Nuclear Gauge (PNG).- Worked at the Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory preparing and performing soil and aggregate tests such as Atterberg Limits tests, compaction characteristics of soil using standard effort (Proctor), and sieve analysis;- Supervised a mobile laboratory at a project site running tests such as sieve analysis and modified proctor;- Sampled fresh concrete and performed field testing such as slump, temperature, and air content. Cast and broke concrete cylinders. Show less

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  WaterMark Consulting Ltd.

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2024

  Main activities: - Field data collection through pumping tests. - Aquifer and well performance analysis using AquiferTest software and Excel. - Groundwater monitoring. - Data reduction and reporting. - Earthwork and drainage design for Intesive Livestock operations - Project Management

  • Geologist

    Aug 2023 - Apr 2024

  • Civil Engineering Technologist

    Jan 2022 - Aug 2023
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  PINTER & Associates Ltd.

  Apr 2024 - now

  Water Resources Consultant