Matt Yakasovich
Saskatoon
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional recognized for exceptional safety values and problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering results in fast-paced environments. Reliability and adaptability are key strengths, complemented by a swift capacity to learn and effectively apply new skills to meet evolving challenges. Committed to leveraging strengths to drive team success while contributing to overall organizational growth and excellence. A strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement fosters a positive impact on team performance and project outcomes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Geological Technician
Cameco Corporation – McArthur River Operation
03.2022 - Current
- Underground Geological Mapping
- Logging Diamond Drill Core and Sampling
- Designing Development Plate Layers Geological Mapping
- Digitizing Underground Mapping
- Risk Assessments for Underground Probe and Grout Development
- Geological Notes and Guidance for Development and Production Designs
- Production Reporting Daily and Monthly for KPI’s
- Acquire Database Administration
- Updating and Creating Work Instructions
- Designing Underground Drill Programs
- Provided valuable input during planning stages, resulting in well-executed exploration programs based on thorough research and assessment of existing data.
- Promoted workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintaining proper documentation.
Geology Contract Coordinator
Cameco Corporation
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Responsible for managing underground and surface diamond drill programs at the Eagle Point Uranium Mine where more than 200,000m have been drilled since 2013 and resulted in the addition of 28 million pounds of resources.
- Duties include:
- Managing multiple drill crews and contract core loggers
- Designing exploration and delineation drill programs with subsequent interpretation
- Managing the Geological Database
- Managing Drill Program Costs and Schedule
- Writing Work Procedures
- Incident Reporting and Safety Investigations.
- Evaluated existing contracts for potential improvements, resulting in budget savings without compromising quality standards.
- Prepared detailed reports on contract activity for senior management review, highlighting key metrics and areas of concern.
Senior Geological Technician
Cameco Corporation
12.2008 - 06.2013
- Underground geological mapping
- Assisted geologists in identifying potential drilling locations, leading to successful exploration projects.
- Logging diamond drill core and completing downhole radiometric surveys
- Designing development plate layers for mining layouts
- Digitizing underground mapping
- Estimating ore round grades for short term planning
- Processing underground and surface production data
- Reporting production results on a daily and weekly basis
- Enhanced data accuracy by meticulously collecting and analyzing geological samples.
- Improved team collaboration by effectively communicating geological findings with interdisciplinary teams.
Geological Technician
UEX Corporation
07.2006 - 11.2008
- Completed all radiometric probing at the remote Raven Horseshoe camp.
- Assisted geologists in core logging
- Photographing core
- Collecting geochemical and specific gravity samples
- Completing geological and sampling summaries.
- Kept equipment running correctly by expertly diagnosing malfunctions and completing repairs.
Education
Certificate of Data Analytics -
Coursera Online Education
Mountain View, California01.2024
Continuous Education - Geology
Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB04.2015
Financial Services Diploma - undefined
Palliser Campus
Moose Jaw, SK04.2006
Business Certificate - undefined
Palliser Campus
Moose Jaw, SK04.2005
High school Diploma - undefined
Delisle Composite High School
Delisle, SK06.2003
Skills
- Skilled in utilizing 3D modeling applications
- Proficient in database management systems
- Adept at leveraging Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint for effective communication
- Capable of managing and working within multidisciplinary teams and providing leadership through strong oral and written communication skills
- Able to solve problems and make decisions through logical, reasonable and critical thinking
- Poised and competent with all tasks appointed and relish professional challenges
- Detail oriented and thrive in a deadline driven environment
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Hazard identification and Workplace safety
- Knowledgeable in OSHA and Mine Regulations, standards and codes
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Incident investigation
Certification
- ISC 100
- Medical First Responder
- Mine Rescue
- NFPA 1072 Hazmat Awareness/Operations
- NFPA 1081 Incipient
- NFPA 1081 Interior/Structural
Timeline
Senior Geological Technician
Cameco Corporation – McArthur River Operation
03.2022 - Current
Geology Contract Coordinator
Cameco Corporation
06.2013 - 08.2016
Senior Geological Technician
Cameco Corporation
12.2008 - 06.2013
Geological Technician
UEX Corporation
07.2006 - 11.2008
Financial Services Diploma - undefined
Palliser Campus
Business Certificate - undefined
Palliser Campus
High school Diploma - undefined
Delisle Composite High School
Certificate of Data Analytics -
Coursera Online Education
Continuous Education - Geology
Athabasca University
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