Richard Smith
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Reliable and hardworking team player with experience in fast-paced food service and customer-focused roles. Skilled at working efficiently under pressure, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety, and delivering friendly service. Recognized for strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to adapt quickly to new tasks.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Core Logging Geologist
New Found Gold Corp.
Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Logged 100–120 meters of diamond drill core per day with detailed records of lithology, mineralization, structure, and alteration using MX Deposit.
- Prepared standardized geological reports to support exploration targeting and resource modeling.
- Supervised core labourers and geotechnicians to ensure accurate core handling and daily workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with senior geologists to interpret drilling results and refine exploration strategies.
Junior Geologist
CMC Metals Ltd.
Silver Hart Property, YT
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted geological mapping and rock sampling in high-priority zones guided by geochemical anomalies.
- Mapped trenches and performed channel sampling across mineralized outcrops.
- Logged diamond drill core and recorded lithology, alteration, and mineralization.
- Cut and sampled core under QA/QC standards; organized all sample types for secure shipment.
Crew Member
Wendy’s
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Maintained stock and cleanliness to support efficient service operations.
- Prepared food orders in alignment with quality and speed goals.
Summer Geology Student
Geological Survey of Newfoundland and Labrador
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Collected field samples and conducted prospecting in areas flagged by geophysical anomalies.
- Logged drill core using TerraSpec and magnetic susceptibility meters.
- Managed data entry and QA of assay results using Excel.
- Operated drones to gather imagery for mapping and planning purposes.
Overnight Stocker
Bath & Body Works
St. John's, NL
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Stocked shelves efficiently with new merchandise during overnight shifts.
- Organized inventory to ensure optimal product placement and accessibility.
- Inspected shipments for accuracy and quality before stocking items on shelves.
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize stocking tasks each night.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Earth Science (Hons.)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's05-2023
Master of Science - Earth Sciences
University of Ottawa
OttawaSkills
- Food preparation & safety practices
- Cash handling & order accuracy
- Customer service & communication
- Time management in fast-paced environments
- Team collaboration & reliability
- Stocking, cleaning, and maintaining work areas
Accomplishments
- Hebron Diversity Award (2022–2023)
- E.R.W. Neale Undergraduate Scholarship (2022–2023)
- CEGA SIFT Participant (2023)
Certification
- Wilderness and Remote First Aid (2024)
- ATV Training (2022)
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card (2021)
Professional Memberships
- Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC)
- Canadian Energy Geoscience Association (CEGA)
- Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists (CSEG)
Timeline
Core Logging Geologist
New Found Gold Corp.
06.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Geologist
CMC Metals Ltd.
05.2022 - 08.2022
Summer Geology Student
Geological Survey of Newfoundland and Labrador
06.2021 - 08.2021
Crew Member
Wendy’s
11.2019 - 04.2022
Overnight Stocker
Bath & Body Works
09.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Earth Science (Hons.)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Master of Science - Earth Sciences
University of Ottawa
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