Sebongile Matuba-Tuba
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Geologist
Let'seng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored loading activities in the pits to ensure optimal ore extraction through efficient grade control practices
- Facilitated stockpile building and depletion processes
- Collected, stored and analyzed geological data to compile daily, monthly and quarterly ore reconciliation reports.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams through pit assessments and meetings personnel in order to making decisions that enable fulfillment of the mine plan
- Engaged in geological mapping in a form of trenching floors and face mapping of pit walls to collect primary data such as contacts and lithological points needed to update the geological model
- Created 3D geological models using Leapfrog and Surpac software
- Logged drill chips from geologically complex areas prior to blasting for dilution control and for supplemental geological modelling data collection
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- Planned and executed diamond spiking activities as part of plant efficiency testing and compiled spiking reports
- Made preparations for discrete production samples which are a key to evaluating economic properties of different kimberlite types and compiled sample reports thereof.
- Collected grab samples for density measurements from every ore blast.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during fieldwork, thus minimizing incidents and fostering a culture of safety.
- Mentored intern geologists by sharing expertise and providing guidance on project tasks, fostering a supportive work environment.
Intern Geologist
Let'seng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Engaged in mapping, pit inspection and grade control activities
- Logged core for geological observations at specific depth
- Created 2D geological maps using ArcMap
- Accurately organized data in a way that is easily accessible and continuously updated various geological database sets
- Made detailed macroscopic descriptions of kimberlite rocks
- Participated in diamond value management with the focus on diamond breakage analyses and presented results
- Created maps using ArcGIS
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders at the mine
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database management system.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistency and reliability in collected data sets during fieldwork assignments.
- Adhered to procedures and other quality assurance measures in place during sample collection.
- Collected vital geological samples such as density, magnetic susceptibility, micro diamonds, heavy minerals uniaxial compressive strength and petrography for laboratory analysis and interpretation.
Education
BSc Honors Geology -
University of Pretoria
BSc Geology -
University of Pretoria
COSC -
Lesotho High School
Junior Certificate -
Lesotho High School
Primary School Leaving Examinations -
New Millennium English Medium School
Mabuleng Primary School
Skills
- Scientific research
- Report compilation
- Geological Modeling
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Risk Assessments
- Analytical Skills
- Sample Collection
- Data analyzation
- Data Interpretation
- Presentation preparation and deliverance
- Geological sampling
- Geological mapping
- Geostatistical analysis
- Computer literacy
- Interpersonal Skills
- Mineral Exploration
- Report Preparation
- GIS applications
- Geological Database Design
- Core Analysis
- Geological Photography
Languages
Sesotho
English
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/02/95
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Mosotho
References
- James Roberts University of Pretoria
- Nts'asa Seboka Lesotho High School
Disclaimer
I confirm that all information stated in this document is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. Therefore, I allow the company to validate the information.
Timeline
Geologist
Let'seng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Intern Geologist
Let'seng Diamonds (Pty) Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2020
BSc Honors Geology -
University of Pretoria
BSc Geology -
University of Pretoria
COSC -
Lesotho High School
Junior Certificate -
Lesotho High School
Primary School Leaving Examinations -
New Millennium English Medium School
Mabuleng Primary School
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