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Adlen Bertyskhanov

Geologist
Semey

Summary

Dynamic Junior Geologist with proven expertise at KAZ Minerals in geological supervision and core logging. Skilled in mineral identification and fieldwork planning, I excel in optimizing drilling operations and ensuring data integrity. A collaborative team player, I effectively manage geological sample logistics while maintaining high-quality standards in exploration projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Junior Geologist

KAZ Minerals
Ekibastuz, Pavlodar Region
02.2022 - Current
  • Geological supervision of core and RC drilling operations
  • Lithological, geological, and geotechnical core logging
  • Identification of ore minerals and QA/QC sampling control
  • Maintaining geological databases and geological mapping
  • Collaboration with ore control and resource geologists to plan drilling operations
  • Managing geological sample logistics and inventory tracking
  • Drafting and updating SOPs and technical documentation
  • Supervision of geological labor teams
  • Sample delivery and quality assurance (QA/QC including duplicates, blanks, and reference samples)
  • Supporting timely processing of core and ore quality checks to avoid production delays

Field Geologist

East Star Resources Plc
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Conducted reconnaissance traverses to examine and georeference historical mining and exploration workings.
  • Visited geological archives (VosKazNedra, SouthKazNedra) to locate, review, and catalogue historical exploration reports and scientific data.
  • Analyzed historical geological exploration data for integration into ongoing project development.
  • Assisted in the planning and design of diamond drilling grid layouts.
  • Provided geological supervision during reverse circulation (RC) drilling operations.
  • Performed lithological and mineralogical logging of RC drill cuttings.
  • Compiled and delivered timely summaries and reports on drilling progress and geological findings.

Geology Technician

Production-Survey Artel LLP
Karaganda, Karaganda
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Conducted geological exploration using surface trenching methods.
  • Participated in the development and planning of exploration project designs.
  • Performed primary geological documentation of trenches, including lithological classification, identification of structural features, ore intervals, and assessment of geomechanical rock properties.
  • Captured field photo documentation of excavation sites in accordance with standard geological protocols.
  • Carried out office-based processing (desk study) of collected field data, including digitization and database entry.
  • Assisted in organizing and supervising excavation and trenching operations during exploration campaigns.

Intern Geologist

Geobait-Info LLP
Kostanay, Qostanay Oblysy
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Participated in field-based mineral exploration activities focused on core drilling.
  • Conducted detailed geological and geotechnical core logging, including lithological description, structural features, identification of ore intervals, and mineralization zones.
  • Marked core intervals for sampling and performed systematic sample preparation.
  • Performed geological supervision during the drilling process to ensure stratigraphic accuracy and sampling integrity.
  • Entered geological data into digital databases for further analysis and interpretation.
  • Carried out core photo documentation in compliance with QA/QC standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geology And Exploration of Mineral Deposits

Kazakh National Research Technical University Name
Almaty, Kazakhstan
04.2001 -

Vocational Secondary Education - Geological Surveying, Prospecting And Exploration

Semipalatinsk Geological Prospecting College
Semey, Kazakhstan
04.2001 -

Skills

Mineral identification

Fieldwork planning

Structural geology

Petrography

MS Excel

AutoDesk autocad

Core logging

Drilling supervision

Geological mapping

MicroMine

Certification

Geological logging and field mapping

Timeline

Junior Geologist

KAZ Minerals
02.2022 - Current

Field Geologist

East Star Resources Plc
04.2021 - 12.2021

Geology Technician

Production-Survey Artel LLP
07.2020 - 09.2020

Intern Geologist

Geobait-Info LLP
06.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Geology And Exploration of Mineral Deposits

Kazakh National Research Technical University Name
04.2001 -

Vocational Secondary Education - Geological Surveying, Prospecting And Exploration

Semipalatinsk Geological Prospecting College
04.2001 -
Adlen BertyskhanovGeologist