Geologist
Open To Work
Chris Wamugl
COMBUCO LTD
Port Moresby,NCD
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
Contract Exploration Geologist
Work Type
Contract WorkPart TimeConsulting
Location Preference
Remote
Important To Me
Company Culture
Technical professional with strong focus on operational efficiency and project management. Known for driving team collaboration and delivering consistent results in fast-paced environments. Proficient in system diagnostics and conflict resolution, with flexible approach to dynamic workplace demands.
10
Years of experience
3
Language
Work History
Technical Supervisor
1 Year 9 Months
Copper Quest PNG Limited - Kimbe | 01.2025 - Current
- Geological mapping and sampling, drill supervision, trenching, creek traverses, QAQC protocols and drill target generation.
- Supervised technical teams, aligning maintenance tasks with operational priorities and safety requirements.
- Coordinated equipment inspections, identifying faults and directing timely corrective actions.
- Oversaw work permits and isolation procedures to maintain compliant field operations.
Consulting Geologist
10 Years 2 Months
COMBUCO LTD | 08.2016 - Current
- Applied for tenements, conducted geological mapping, supervised drilling operations, performed sampling, generated geological data, and designed drill holes.
- Led geological mapping and interpretation to support exploration and resource planning.
- Supervised drilling programs, logging activities, and core sample quality control.
- Evaluated subsurface data to refine models and improve deposit understanding.
Chief Geologist
2 Months
Sino Ocean International Limited - Honiara | 11.2024 - 01.2025
- Advocated for social licensing, conducted alluvial mapping and resource evaluation, performed geological mapping and sampling, and generated drill targets through trenching and grid pitting.
- Developed geological reports, cross-sections, and reserve updates for technical and management review.
- Mentored junior geologists on logging standards, sampling methods, and field safety practices.
Contract Geologist
1 Month
Adyton Resources Corporation - Feni Island | 08.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted geological mapping and sampling at the Feni Island project and generated drill plans.
General Manager - Mine Technical Services
1 Year 7 Months
Morobe Minerals Holding Limited - Lae | 01.2021 - 08.2022
- Strategic Planning, Created annual budget plans for operational efficiency, Coordinated scheduling of meetings and project timelines, Project Execution, Compliance, Compiled detailed reports on project progress and financials, Oversaw daily management operations to ensure workflow efficiency and Overseeing Operations.
- Reduced time to market for new products by optimizing development processes and enhancing cross-functional team collaboration.
- Oversaw budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation to support sustainable business performance.
- Directed daily operations, aligning departmental activities with organizational objectives and executive priorities.
Mine Manager
10 Months
Morobe Alluvial Mining Limited - Lae | 03.2020 - 01.2021
- Mine Planning, Scheduling, Mobilisation, Management, Compliance, Gold Buying and Ensured compliance with regulations for mining licenses and exploration permits. in Morobe Province.
- Directed alluvial mining operations to maintain production, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Coordinated pit planning, equipment allocation, and workforce scheduling to sustain efficient output.
- Monitored grade control, ore recovery, and processing activities to reduce losses and improve yield.
Lead Geologist
1 Month
Frontier Copper PNG Limited | 01.2020 - 02.2020
- Supervised geological mapping and sampling within Saki project (Tolukuma), revised resource definition and drill proposal.
- Mapped surface geology to support exploration targeting and resource expansion decisions.
- Logged drill core and RC samples to define lithology, alteration, and mineralization zones.
- Prepared technical reports, section logs, and geological summaries for stakeholders.
- Mentored junior geologists on logging standards, sampling protocols, and safe field practices.
Contract Geotech Engineer
1 Month
K92 MINING LIMITED - Kainantu | 10.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed a team of casual employees in various tasks related to geotechnical projects. TSF Geotech drilling and Logging. Tasks : Geotech logging Conduct SPT, Test Pits and UCS tests Geotech reports Supervised casual employees.
- Directed underground mine planning activities to align development, production, and safety requirements.
- Optimized drill and blast designs to improve fragmentation and reduce dilution.
- Evaluated geotechnical conditions and adjusted ground support recommendations for stable excavations.
Contract Geologist
2 Months
copper Moly PNG limited - Kimbe | 09.2019 - 11.2019
- Supervised drilling operations to ensure safety and adherence to geological standards Conducted creek mapping and sampling to assess geological features and resource potential Conducted costeining and logging to assess geological formations Oversaw camp operations to ensure smooth functioning and safety Compilation geology reports.
- Directed geological mapping and drill core logging to refine exploration targets and structural interpretations.
- Evaluated geochemical, geophysical, and assay datasets to prioritize high-potential mineralized zones.
- Coordinated sampling programs, ensuring QAQC protocols, chain-of-custody integrity, and data accuracy.
Senior Project Geologist
3 Months
Kainantu mining limited - Kainantu | 06.2019 - 09.2019
- Mapped and sampled creeks to assess environmental conditions.. Supervised drilling operations and maintained detailed logs of activities. Managed daily operations of the camp to ensure smooth functioning. Compiled comprehensive geology reports to summarize research findings. Negotiated with landowners to secure access for project implementation..
- Directed geological mapping, logging, and sampling to refine orebody interpretation and target selection.
- Coordinated drill programs, ensuring accurate collar setup, sample control, and field data quality.
- Interpreted assay results and geological datasets to update resource models and exploration priorities.
Consultant Geologist
1 Year 5 Months
KARAMUI OIL SEEP | 01.2018 - 06.2019
- Providing Geoscience consultancy to Landowners of Karamui to evaluate the hydrocarbon prospectivity in Karamui basin. Seismic and GIS data acquisition of Karamui basin Evaluating geological setting and favourable structures Liaising with DPE and relevant state agencies Establishing dialogue with potential investors Compilation of geological reports to seek funding Negotiated with landowners to secure agreements for exploration activities.
- Evaluated oil seep samples to identify geological indicators and reservoir potential.
- Interpreted field observations to support drilling and exploration decisions.
- Coordinated site mapping, stratigraphic logging, and sample collection for subsurface analysis.
Consultant Geologist
3 Months
COMBUCO LIMITED | 10.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided mineral exploration consultancy to Combuco Ltd., facilitating EL Tenement applications. Wardens' hearings. Developed exploration targets from initial research and analysis. Ensured compliance with regulations through thorough documentation and reporting. Evaluation of alluvial leases and its gold potential. Established landowner relationships, supporting project development. Managing casuals and geo-technicians.
- Assessed oil seep geology to interpret subsurface structures and hydrocarbon indicators.
- Evaluated rock and soil samples to support field-based geological interpretations.
- Mapped seep locations and structural features to guide exploration planning.
Skills
Client relations
Business analysis
Incident management
Performance improvements
Documentation requirements
Project execution
Project scheduling
Geological reporting
Personal Information
Nationality: Papua New Guinea
Languages
English
C1
Advanced
Interests
Problem solving, meeting new challenges and professional networking
Timeline
Technical Supervisor
Copper Quest PNG Limited
01.2025 - CurrentRead more
Chief Geologist
Sino Ocean International Limited
11.2024 - 01.2025Read more
Contract Geologist
Adyton Resources Corporation
08.2024 - 09.2024Read more
General Manager - Mine Technical Services
Morobe Minerals Holding Limited
01.2021 - 08.2022Read more
Mine Manager
Morobe Alluvial Mining Limited
03.2020 - 01.2021Read more
Lead Geologist
Frontier Copper PNG Limited
01.2020 - 02.2020Read more
Contract Geotech Engineer
K92 MINING LIMITED
10.2019 - 11.2019Read more
Contract Geologist
copper Moly PNG limited
09.2019 - 11.2019Read more
Senior Project Geologist
Kainantu mining limited
06.2019 - 09.2019Read more
Consultant Geologist
KARAMUI OIL SEEP
01.2018 - 06.2019Read more
Consultant Geologist
COMBUCO LIMITED
10.2017 - 01.2018Read more
Consulting Geologist
COMBUCO LTD
08.2016 - CurrentRead more