ABDULAZEEZ ABBA TAFIDA
Geoscientist | Mining & Engineering Professional | MNMGS | MNAPE | 7+ Years Field Experience
Gombe State, NG.About
Highly versatile and results-driven Geoscience professional with over 7 years of hands-on field experience in geological surveys, mining, hydrogeophysics, and petroleum analysis. Adept at leveraging digital and cloud computing competencies to deliver accurate subsurface data interpretations, enforce stringent HSE compliance, and lead multi-disciplinary teams across challenging terrains. Committed to operational excellence and continuous technical growth, positioning for impactful roles in mining, exploration, production, and engineering project environments.
Work
NCDMB / SEPLAT / 3LOGY Human Capacity Building Programme
|Technical Trainee
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Engaging in a structured industry-grade program to build advanced competencies in cloud computing, digital collaboration, operational discipline, HSE, and professional project management.
Highlights
Actively completing a structured industry-grade program covering advanced cloud computing (AWS, Azure), digital collaboration, operational discipline, HSE, and professional project management skills.
Building proficiency in critical tools for modern engineering operations, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Slack, MS Teams, Odoo CRM, Notion, and Loom.
Applying theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing problem-solving capabilities in complex technical and operational environments.
Holocene Geoconsults
|Geologist
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Led hydrogeophysical surveys and data interpretation to inform critical mineral and water resource project planning and ensure operational compliance.
Highlights
Designed and executed hydrogeophysical surveys for groundwater and subsurface resource assessment using ADMT Terameter, delivering accurate resistivity profiles that informed critical client decision-making.
Managed multi-disciplinary field teams, ensuring 100% zero-incident HSE protocols and full environmental and technical compliance across all site operations.
Interpreted quantitative field data to generate comprehensive technical reports and actionable recommendations, directly supporting mineral and water resource project planning.
Streamlined data collection and analysis processes, improving the efficiency and reliability of geological assessments for diverse projects.
Afaba Consult Limited
|Site Geologist
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Planned and supervised hydrogeophysical survey operations across multiple project sites, ensuring high standards of data integrity and regulatory compliance.
Highlights
Independently planned and supervised hydrogeophysical survey operations across multiple project sites, effectively managing logistics, personnel, and equipment under challenging field conditions.
Produced daily operational field notes, project summaries, and client-grade technical documentation, consistently maintaining high standards of data integrity and reporting quality.
Upheld stringent environmental and technical safety standards throughout all field activities, consistently achieving 100% compliance with regulatory and client requirements.
Optimized resource allocation and field methodologies, enhancing operational efficiency and project delivery timelines.
Rift Oil Petroleum
|Geoscience Assistant
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Processed and catalogued petroleum well samples to support reservoir evaluation and geological asset development workflows.
Highlights
Processed, classified, and meticulously catalogued petroleum well samples from the Kolmani River exploration region, building foundational competencies in upstream oil and gas sample management.
Maintained structured laboratory sample logs and comprehensive documentation, directly supporting reservoir evaluation, exploration planning, and geological asset development workflows.
Contributed to data quality assurance by ensuring accurate sample handling and information recording, critical for subsequent geological analyses.
Zircon Consult Limited
|Site Geologist / Project Assistant
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Coordinated geophysical and engineering field operations, managing team performance and ensuring technical quality control across active project sites.
Highlights
Coordinated geophysical and engineering construction field operations, managing team performance, equipment logistics, and technical quality control across active project sites.
Conducted borehole pumping tests and produced detailed performance documentation, contributing directly to water consultancy and environmental engineering project deliverables.
Collaborated with senior engineers to interpret complex site investigation results, providing critical support for mine-site and infrastructure feasibility studies.
Implemented rigorous quality checks on collected data, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of project outcomes.
RUWASSA (Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Agency)
|NYSC Corps Member - Hydrogeologist
Bauchi State, Nigeria
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Summary
Executed routine borehole pump tests and groundwater quality monitoring to support rural infrastructure maintenance and community water system inspections.
Highlights
Executed routine borehole pump tests and groundwater quality monitoring, applying rigorous field measurement protocols to support rural infrastructure maintenance.
Collaborated effectively with engineers and hydrogeologists on community water system inspections, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary teamwork and structured problem-solving skills.
Contributed to the assessment of water resource availability and quality, directly impacting rural community health and infrastructure reliability.
Volunteer
Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS), NAPE, and GOLSA - GSU Chapters
|Vice President
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Summary
Led technical and professional student bodies, demonstrating consistent organizational leadership and fostering professional development.
Highlights
Led technical and professional student bodies across NMGS, NAPE, and GOLSA GSU Chapters, demonstrating consistent organizational leadership.
Organized and coordinated academic and professional development events, enhancing student engagement and skill-building opportunities.
Mentored junior members, fostering a collaborative learning environment and promoting geoscience education.
Education
Gombe State University
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BSc.
Geology
Grade: 2nd Class Upper (2:1)
Courses
Thesis: Geology and Evaluation of Aquifer Protective Capacity of Billiri and Environs, NE-Nigeria
Seminar: Roles of Geophysical Well Logs in Hydrocarbon Exploration – Niger Delta Case Study
Awards
Games Captain
Awarded By
Gombe High School
Recognized for leadership and athletic achievement.
Academic Award Recipient
Awarded By
Gombe High School
Acknowledged for outstanding academic performance.
Languages
English
Hausa
Certificates
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – PMI
Issued By
PMI
Basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Training
IOE-Microsoft AI Fluency Certification
Issued By
IOE-Microsoft
Introduction to WASH - UNICEF
Issued By
UNICEF
Soft Skills Training - Jobberman
Issued By
Jobberman
HSE Training - Prime International Risk & Safety Management
Issued By
Prime International Risk & Safety Management
Skills
Geological Surveys & Mapping
Geological Mapping, Hydrogeophysical Surveys, Field Data Collection, Resistivity Modelling, Subsurface Interpretation.
Mineral & Petroleum Exploration
Petroleum Sample Logging, Borehole Pump Testing, Reservoir Evaluation, Exploration Planning, Geological Asset Development.
Field Operations & HSE Compliance
Site Supervision & HSE, Zero-Incident Protocols, Environmental Compliance, Technical Compliance, Regulatory Compliance.
Subsurface Data Interpretation
Subsurface Interpretation, Quantitative Field Data Analysis, Resistivity Profiles, Technical Report Writing.
Team Leadership & Project Management
Team Leadership, Project Management, Logistics Management, Personnel Management, Equipment Management, Cross-functional Collaboration.
Technical & Client Reporting
Technical Report Writing, Client-Grade Documentation, Data Integrity, Project Summaries, Operational Field Notes.
Environmental Assessment
Environmental Assessment, Groundwater Resource Assessment, Water Quality Monitoring, Environmental Safety Standards.
Digital Systems & Cloud Tools
AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365 Suite, Google Workspace, Winresist Software, Odoo CRM, Notion, Slack, Teams, GIS (Basic), Cloud Computing.