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Exploration geologist currently helping develop the Resource of the Tier 1 world-class Andover lithium pegmatite deposit through field mapping, first-pass and Resource definition drilling. Alex holds a Distinction in his MSc Mining Geology master's degree and a BSc in Applied Geology from the Camborne School of Mines. Commodity experience: Li pegmatites, Li-enriched geothermal waters, iron ore (Banded/Channel/Detrital Iron Deposits), greisen-related tin + copper.Experienced in:- Supervision of both RC and diamond drill rig crews in resource definition and first-pass greenfield drill projects- Geological interp, drawing 2D on-the-rig to-scale cross sections and generating 3D geological models to target ore- Software inc. Micromine, Leapfrog, AcQuire, ioGAS, ArcGIS(Pro), MapInfo, Vulcan, Isatis, QGIS- Drill-hole planning, target generation studies, creating drill strategy reports - Resource estimation, grade control planning and 3D orebody modelling (Vulcan, Micromine, Isatis)- Report writing (proj. reports, daily drill updates)- Core logging, assay analysis, lab sample dispatch - QA/QC and (RC, diamond core, soil, water) sampling- Working on metallurgical, geotechnical and hydrogeology programmesAlex was previously based in both the West and East Pilbara exploration teams with Fortescue, targeting iron ore in Banded/Channel/Detrital Iron Ore Deposits across 17 individual drill projects. He often took on the role of senior site official at various exploration camps overseeing drill projects and briefing field tech, earthworks, wireline, res. def and drill crews.MSc module grades:Ore Deposit Geology (76%)Techniques in Mining Geology (72%)Resource Estimation (72%)Project Dissertation (74%)Economics, Processing & Environment (77%)Excavation and Geomechanics (68%)Mining the Future (70%)Industrial Rocks and Minerals (70%)Alex’s deposit areas of interest include orogenic gold, IOCG, pegmatites, as well as other precious, base and critical metal deposits. His desire is to positively contribute to humankind's ever-growing demand for metals. He enjoys the outdoors, travelling, and the complex problem solving involved in the exploration targeting and extraction of metalliferous orebodies.He aims to utilise his geological experience and knowledge to improve the understanding of ore deposits, their geological controls, and ways in which they can be more easily discovered.(CV available on request)Email: alex1.chan@virginmedia.com
Azure Minerals Limited
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Exploration GeologistAzure Minerals Limited Mar 2024 - PresentRoebourne, Western Australia, AustraliaWorking as an exploration geologist at Azure Mineral's world-class T1 lithium pegmatite and orthomagmatic Ni-Cu-Co Andover project in the NW Pilbara. The exploration role covers a range of duties including, but not limited to:- Supervising diamond drill rig crews- Use of Micromine software for drill hole planning, predicting drillhole deviation, analysing hole intersection risk, resource estimation and cross section generation.- Using QGIS to oversee rig movements, earthworks and drilling progression- Conducting field reconnaissance mapping and sampling- Footwall, hanging wall and orebody sampling of pegmatites (JORC-compliant reporting)- Mantaining QAQC through standard, blank, duplicate insertions- Core logging inc. metre marking/drillhole diameter/ hole coordinates/ geology/ alteration/ minerals/ structures/RQD/ asbestos/ samples/ pXRF+pLIB core analysis and core photography. - Writing drill strategy, validation and project reports- Pegmatite characterisation studies involving paragenesis identification, alteration mineral assemblage analysis, ore deposit formation, and reconstructing the deformation episodes/ structural geology of the orebody - Overseeing sample submissions and dispatch to the lab- Driving a 4WD to and from site for core pickup and drill rig inspections/ safety checks.- Developing and maintaining strong relations with local and indigenous communities/ social license to operate (SLTO)
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Graduate Exploration GeologistFortescue Metals Group Oct 2022 - Jan 2024Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaWorked as an exploration geologist across the West and East Pilbara at Fortescue Metals Group (FMG), exploring for iron ore (BID, DID, CID) across 17 individual projects. I worked on three different RC rigs, MAK4, MAK7 and MAK8, the latter being famously known to have the fastest rig team with the most drilled metres/annum of any FMG exploration rig. I was involved in a wide range of projects that spanned from greenfield first pass exploration (Atalanta North), hydrogeological testing for borehole insertion (Raffles), through to brownfield resource definition drilling projects (on 25x50m grid spacing at Variability). The 17 projects I actively contributed to include Hardy’s Ridge, Mindy South, Helga, Spring Creek, Cobra West, Lora South, Variability, Echo Hill, Raffles J6 Central, Turner BID, Radio Hill, Atalanta, Wyloo South, Wyloo North, Atalanta North and Raffles Extension (drill programme Phases I and II). Role duties include:- RC drill rig supervision (responsible person for calling end-of-holes, rig move logistics and maintaining rig safety)- RC chip logging, sampling and maintaining QAQC- Drawing 2D to-scale on-the-rig cross sections to plan end-of-hole depths and locate ore mineralisation.- Detailed geological interpretation of geochemical assay data and drillhole planning- 3D geological modelling (Leapfrog) to plan and analyse drillhole data and interpret structural geology. - Geological reporting including, writing up project reports, handovers, nightly updates etc.- Driving 4WD vehicles to and from drill sites/ vehicle maintenance/safety.- Analysis of assay results to distinguish stratigraphic units based on differing geochemistry, and economic potential of iron ore. - Using downhole reflex tools to collect and interpret AMAG, HSVR and gamma data, which is used to confirm stratigraphy, identify potential CID-hosting paleochannels and mineralised Banded Iron Formation (BIFs), as well as plan drillholes. -
Junior GeologistCornish Lithium Limited Mar 2022 - Sep 2022Cornwall, England, United KingdomWorked as a junior geologist performing tasks pertaining to the exploration drilling for lithium-enriched geothermal waters. Tasks included:1. Diamond core logging (including RQD, core recovery), Excel database management, radiation checks, driving the company EV van for core collection from site, core photography, as well as on-site monitoring of geology, sample condition and recovery. 2. Ensuring effective implementation of QAQC on geothermal water projects, conducting installation and retrieval of packer system, taking borehole water samples and preparing samples for assay submission (with appropriate QAQC insertion).3. Assisting in the exploration studies of new potential geothermal lithium extraction sites across Cornwall. Using geological software (inc. Leapfrog, QGIS) to update and monitor geological models and advise on drilling operations.4. Writing technical reports for exploration drilling projects covering planning permission, daily drilling progress reports, mineral rights, factual drilling project summary reports, project site proposals, exploration areas of interest, groundwork plans, risk assessments, etc.5. Working on a diamond drill rig, supervising drilling contractors, ensuring H&S procedures are adhered to, site set up and maintenance. -
Exploration GeologistGodolphin Exploration Ltd Jan 2022 - Mar 2022Cornwall, England, United KingdomPerformed short-term contracts as an exploration geologist for Godolphin Exploration involving early stage prospecting work for Sn-Cu in Cornwall. Tasks include: 1. Drilling to the B/C soil horizon interface for geochemical soil sampling. I personally drilled over 360 sample holes to depths ranging from 0.5 - 1.6 m using a cordless Makita auger drill. Helped with navigation to sample drilling locations using GPS and maps.2. Preparation and packaging of soil samples. This included heating (using a soil oven), crushing and sieving (to 2mm, 1mm and 0.5 mm fractions) the soil samples before weighing them for laboratory analysis (wet chemistry and XRF). I personally crushed and sieved over 400 soil samples for laboratory analysis. Was also responsible for ensuring appropriate QA/QC practices were carried out throughout and assisted in geochemical data analysis from geochemical laboratory datasets.3. GIS data collection and management of geospatial data on MapInfo and Excel databases. Analysed geochemical soil sample results from the lab for the purpose of identifying and further targeting Sn-Cu anomalies.4. Communicating with landowners regarding mineral rights (attaining social license to operate) and maintaining professional and positive relations with local communities surrounding the exploration areas of interest.
Alex Chan Education Details
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Applied Geology
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What company does Alex Chan work for?
Alex Chan works for Azure Minerals Limited
What is Alex Chan's role at the current company?
Alex Chan's current role is Exploration / Mine Geologist (Fe, Li, Cu, Sn, geothermal).
What schools did Alex Chan attend?
Alex Chan attended University Of Exeter, University Of Exeter.
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Alex Chan's colleagues are Cameron Smith, Ryan D, Ken Larwood, Kirsten Bouzaid, Jamie Castleden, Nicholas Lawlor, Peter Willing.
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