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Ryan Borowiecki

Leduc

Summary

Highly motivated Geophysicist specializing in conducting high-precision marine surveys across North America. Holder of SVOP qualification to operate commercial vessels in costal environments and a Ph.D. in Geophysics, possessing the technical and hands-on credentials and experience to conduct and report on the most accurate and precise marine geophysical surveys possible. Prior experience has provided the opportunity to develop project management skills pertaining to marine surveys and developing relationships with clients to assist with the needs of their current and future projects.

Overview

4
4

Years of professional experience

2
2

Professional certifications

Work History

GEOPHYSICIST

CONETEC INVESTIGATIONS LTD
07.2021 - Current
  • Specialized in marine geophysical surveying including Side-Scan Sonar, MBES, Sub-Bottom Profiler, and Magnetic Gradiometry deployed across North America
  • Vast proficiency with Chesapeake SonarWiz for SSS and SBP data processing, as well as Geometrics MagPick for marine Mag data
  • Developing georeferenced deliverables for clients using GIS and CAD software
  • Preparing proposals and estimates for marine projects, providing training to junior professionals on field acquisition and processing
  • Producing reports ensuring investigation findings are relayed to clients and results are easily digested

SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION LEAD TECHNICIAN

MAVERICK INSPECTION LTD
09.2019 - 07.2021
  • Conducted bridge deck evaluations across central Alberta using GPR
  • EM conductivity surveying coupled with ERT to determine contamination plume extents
  • Managed seismic refraction surveys used to estimate depth of bedrock prior to installing piles
  • Utilized AutoCAD and GIS software to digitize field results
  • Magnetometry applied to mineral exploration and environmental site assessment
  • Lead high-profile GPR surveys focusing on identifying unmarked graves in schools and churches
  • Conducted outcrop mapping, shallow drilling, and soil sampling used in mine development

STUDENT GEOPHYSICIST
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Interpreted large volume of 3D seismic data in a condensed timeframe
  • Integrated geophysical data with well logs and petrophysical data
  • Developed reservoir quality maps across large areas of northern Alberta and BC
  • Recommended locations and stratigraphic intervals to target
  • Developed fault maps used to quantify risk of induced seismicity
  • Conducted 3D pre-stack inversion of seismic data to improve understanding of formation anisotropy

Education

Ph.D. GEOPHYSICS -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Edmonton, AB
06.2023

M.Sc. PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCE -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Edmonton, AB
11.2016

B.Sc. GEOPHYSICS -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Edmonton, AB
06.2015

Skills

  • Experienced boat operator and holder of SVOP certificate issued by Transport Canada
  • Well versed with Marine Geophysical surveying equipment and supporting systems
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office suite
  • Practiced in use of marine communication and navigation/charting practices
  • Expertise in developing georeferenced material using AutoCAD and GIS software

Certification

Registered as G.I.T with APEGA

Holder of SVOP certificate

Valid Class 5 Drivers License, First Aid, CPR, H2S, Intermediate Wildlife Training, and other relevant safety certifications

Timeline

GEOPHYSICIST

CONETEC INVESTIGATIONS LTD
07.2021 - Current

SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION LEAD TECHNICIAN

MAVERICK INSPECTION LTD
09.2019 - 07.2021

STUDENT GEOPHYSICIST
05.2019 - 09.2019

Ph.D. GEOPHYSICS -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

M.Sc. PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCE -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

B.Sc. GEOPHYSICS -

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

Registered as G.I.T with APEGA

Holder of SVOP certificate

Valid Class 5 Drivers License, First Aid, CPR, H2S, Intermediate Wildlife Training, and other relevant safety certifications

Ryan Borowiecki