Joseph Ajak

• Ground Disturbance Analysis (GDA2025-03661): Conducted ground disturbance analysis behind the U2 Cokers Base Plant to locate buried metals, pipelines, or voids supporting the ongoing Coker Drum Integrity Project.
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Operations: Used Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to locate buried metal infrastructure and pipelines, including identifying a broken valve at the Suncor Base Plant.
• Drilling Support (Aurora North): Assisted in the drilling and exploration program by scouting well positions, capturing as-built surveys of leases using GPS equipment, and compiling data for mine mapping and planning.
• Survey Support (SWSS): Scouted and staked well positions using Trimble GPS to facilitate lease development.
• Underpass Dewatering Program Support: Conducted line and underground locates for the ML/MLXE Underpass Dewatering Program using TX10 Radiodetection and RD8100 Radiodetection equipment.

Eng 404 Case Study and RCA Analysis

• Our group conducted an RCA (Root Cause Analysis) chart analysis on the root causes of the leak at Trans Mountain,
• a crude oil pipeline spill in Abbotsford, BC, on 12 June 2020, and scored 88%
• Applied deductive reasoning to identify process inefficiencies that led to the failure of the valve.
• Developed and analyzed process flow charts to identify the root cause of the failure.
• Managed high-stress situations on class projects: Addressed this by carefully prioritizing tasks, communicating with stakeholders, and delegating responsibilities where possible to ensure that all critical deadlines were met without compromising quality.

• Founded South Sudan on X, #SSOX Pioneered the organization of public watch parties for South Sudan Olympics basketball games, ensuring widespread participation across the ten states and three administrative areas.

• Advocated for the interests of South Sudanese youth within the Gen Z movement in East Africa, serving as a prominent voice on both national and international platforms.

• Worked closely with decision-makers to advocate for the inclusion of youth perspectives in policy development

• Organized impactful initiatives aimed at increasing understanding of pressing matters affecting young individuals, such as education, health, human rights, and employment.

• Led online conversations reaching over 14,000 views, engaging in regular tweet interactions and organizing virtual town halls/Twitter Spaces with 100 -200 attendees discussing national matters

• Motivated and rallied young individuals to actively participate in volunteer projects with a community impact.