Thorsten is a Geologist with over 20 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, mining, and environmental consulting. He has extensive hands-on background in drill hole supervision, oriented core logging, geological mapping, geochemical and geophysical data interpretation, environmental and geotechnical site assessment, and 3D geological modelling and reporting. Thorsten has the proven ability to supervise geology teams and subcontractors in remote, camp-based, and multi-site environments. He has experience in target generation, exploration database management (QAQC), regulatory and safety compliance, and generating 3D geological models using Leapfrog, GoCad, Surpac, and Coralis.

• Drilling Program Design and Supervision
• Geological Project Management and QAQC Reporting
• Oriented Core Logging and Structural Interpretation
• Geochemical and Geophysical Data Interpretation
• Target Generation and Exploration Ranking
• 3D Geological Modelling: Leapfrog, Gocad, Surpac, Coralis
• Regional and Local-Scale Geological Field Mapping Using Arcgis Pro And QGIS
• Environmental Site Assessment and Geotechnical Inspection
• Drill Site Inspection and Safety Procedure Compliance
• Geology Team Supervision and Junior Geologist Mentoring
• Daily And Progress Reporting in Remote/Camp-Based Settings
• Valid driver’s licence NB 
  

Diploma Geologist (MSc equivalent) – University of Bonn, Germany | 2002

Thesis: Geochemical analysis in proximity of former Pb/Zn mine (Aurora)

• Independent Geological Consultant NB | Aug 2022 – Present
  Self-Employed
• Regional Technical Group. Holcim Switzerland AG | May 2014 – Jul 2022
  Project Expert
• ERM GmbH Frankfurt, Germany | Jan 2014 – Apr 2014
  Geoscientist (Short-Term Contract)
• BHP Nickel West Pty Ltd. Perth, WA, Australia | 2011 – 2013
  Geologist – Nickel Sulphide Exploration
• BHP Billiton Iron Ore Pilbara, WA, Australia | 2007 – 2011
  Geologist – Second-in-Charge to Team
• Mineral Resources Ltd Koolyanobbing, WA, Australia | 2005 – 2007
  Mine Geologist
  

• Project Management Approach – 2-day course (2020)
• Geotechnical Workshop – Slope Stability – 3-day course (2016)
• Health and Safety Coordinator for Construction Sites – 5-day course (2014)
• Leadership for Supervisors (2012)
• First Aid Refresher (2021)
• Advanced Driver Training – Snow, Ice and 4WD (2018)