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
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Technical Trainee

Nigeria, Nigeria

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
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Geologist

Nigeria, Nigeria

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
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Site Geologist

Nigeria, Nigeria

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
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Geoscience Assistant

Nigeria, Nigeria

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
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Site Geologist / Project Assistant

Nigeria, Nigeria

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)
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NYSC Corps Member - Hydrogeologist

Bauchi State, Nigeria

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
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Vice President

Gombe, Gombe, Nigeria

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
Gombe, Gombe, Nigeria

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.