Pia Kafiona Andjamba
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Experience geologist with over 15 years of experience in mineral exploration, groundwater exploration. Proven expertise in rig supervision, geological and geotechnical logging, sampling and QA/QC procedure, data management and technical reporting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Project geologist
Damaran Exploration Namibia
Omaruru, Namibia
2021.02 - Current
- Duties: DD and RC rig supervision, Geological and geotechnical logging, 3D software, Micromine, ScanIT
Project geologist
Various Projects
, Namibia
2020.11 - 2021.02
- March 2021- November 2021 , Sandfirel Namibia, (Copper exploration)
- November 2020- February 2021 , E-Tech Metal Namibia, (REE exploration)
- 2016 - 2017 Namib Hydrosearch cc, Namibia
- Carried projects for Namib Hydrosearch for the following clients:
- December 2017: Desert Lion Energy (Groundwater drilling supervision)
- May 2017: Tshudi copper mine (Groundwater sampling)
- June-July 2016 Whale rock cement (Groundwater drilling and test pumping)
- June 2015 -August Guinea Fowl / Arandis Uranium Exploration, Namibia (Uranium prospecting)
- May – June 2015 OPM / MAWF Drought relief programme (Groundwater Exploration)
Project Geologist
Namib Hydrosearch
2009.11 - 2015.02
- Key Project successfully completed under Namib Hydrosearch
- 2014: Namibia Copper NL, Ongombo Copper Mine, Windhoek
- 2013 – 2014: OPM/ DWSSC, Kunene, Erongo Groundwater Exploration
- 2012: China Africa Resources Namibia, Berg Aukas ZN-PB-V Mine, Groootfontain
- 2011: Eiseb Copper Mine and Prospecting, Omaheke region
- 2010: Swakop Uranium Namibia
- Key Roles:
- 1. Geological Assessments
- Sample collection, preparation and dispatch
- Implementing QAQC measures for original, standard and duplicates samples
- Data collection, input and compilation
- Pre-lab dispatch analysis of samples by Niton Thermo scientific XRF (Portable)
- 2. Drilling, Groundwater & Geochem programmes
- Provide assistance in planning and monitoring of drilling programmes
- Planning of borehole siting and field surveys
- Detailed geological / geotechnical logging
- Assessment of drill sites pre and post drilling rehabilitation
- Planning of soil sample surveys
- 3. GIS / Data management
- Collecting data, input, processing and generation of indexed maps
- GIS, map generation
- Generation of soil grid maps
- Management of drill updates
- 4. Management:
- Data compilation, report writing and updates to Project Manager
- Supervising activities of Geotechs and Junior Geologists, drill activities and sampling
- Manage Geology office administration, inventory, purchases and orders
- Correspondence and data sharing with the main office and satellite camps
- Maintain sound community relations with the community.
- Facilitate Toolbox safety talks
Junior Geologist
Reptile Uranium Namibia
Swakopmund, Namibia
2008.07 - 2008.09
- Duties: Rig supervision, Geological logging of chip samples, geological mapping
Junior geologist
Valencia Uranium Namibia
Windhoek
2007.12 - 2008.06
- Duties: Supervision of diamond and percussion rigs, core and chips logging, Radiometric mapping using scintillometer, channel sampling, locating drill points.
Student Clerk
Ministry of Mines and Energy, Department of Geochemistry
Windhoek
2007.04 - 2007.05
- Duties: Sample preparation, Analyzing ore mineral using a portable XRF.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geology (Honours)
University of Namibia
NamibiaBachelor of Science Degree - Geology and Environmental Biology
University of Namibia
NamibiaSecondary Education - Grade 12 GICSE
Gabriel Taapopi Senior Secondary School
1998.01 - 1999.01
Skills
- Computer Software & GIS:
- Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft office, Spread sheets and ArcVew GIS
Personal Details
Oshiwambo, English
References
- Alan, Simmonds, MD, alan@geonamibia.net, +264-81-1291285, +264-61-220400, Namib Hydrosearch
- Diganta, Sarma, Senior & Partner, diganta@geonamibia.net, +264-81-2753927, +264-61-220400, Namib Hydrosearch
- Mike, Stuart, Exploration and development Manager, m.stuart@weatherlyplc.com.na, +264 61 220 400, +264 811 460 668, Weatherly Mining Namibia, Operator of Berg Aukas Feasibility Study, Fax: +264 61 230 934
Timeline
Project geologist
Damaran Exploration Namibia
2021.02 - Current
Project geologist
Various Projects
2020.11 - 2021.02
Project Geologist
Namib Hydrosearch
2009.11 - 2015.02
Junior Geologist
Reptile Uranium Namibia
2008.07 - 2008.09
Junior geologist
Valencia Uranium Namibia
2007.12 - 2008.06
Student Clerk
Ministry of Mines and Energy, Department of Geochemistry
2007.04 - 2007.05
Secondary Education - Grade 12 GICSE
Gabriel Taapopi Senior Secondary School
1998.01 - 1999.01
Bachelor of Science - Geology (Honours)
University of Namibia
Bachelor of Science Degree - Geology and Environmental Biology
University of Namibia