Você está preso em uma posição de Geologia de nível básico. Como você pode subir a escada para uma função mais avançada?

In the beginning of my career, I did not initially realise the value of all the non-geological work that I had to do e.g. taking photographs of core, laying down a measuring tape, transporting samples to the lab etc. Technical skills can be taught and enhanced but becoming an efficient geologist took some work. Every bit of experience or task, no matter how mundane, teaches you something. I am now able to optimise processes in geology and pass that down to the next generation. Added to that I do believe a geologist should ideally start working at a mine in order to understand the orebody as well as their client.

Learning how to calculate ore resources and reserves is a big part of being a successfull geologist. Everything from inverse distance to more advanced geostatistical and advanced block modelling. A well rounded senior geologist should have both exploration and mining experience and be able to see things in 3 dimensions.

Based on Tanzania Geology industry has been critical challenges due to shortage of geological field practices. 1.Number of university admissions per Geology courses vs industrial practical training areas. 2.high supplier of Geologist graduates vs low demands of the field Geology industry ratios. 3.Qualities produces from university vs quality needed in geological fields.

To advance in geology, focus on mastering advanced analytical techniques and software relevant to your field, such as GIS, remote sensing, or geostatistics. Obtain certifications in specialized areas like seismic interpretation or hydrogeological modeling, and gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and data analysis. Actively seek out complex projects or research opportunities within your organization to demonstrate your expertise and leadership capabilities. Additionally, stay current with geological literature and methodologies to ensure your skills remain cutting-edge.

The first part of the process is to understand the gaps in your experience and/or expertise for your next level job. This should be done in alignment with your line Manager/s. The next step would then be to either gain the experience/expertise to bridge that gap.

Hard work combined with diligence. Never be afraid to ask those who have gained experience. After all, they have been in your shoes!

Part of advancing is reaching for additional responsibilities and requesting more advanced tasks. I've seen incredibly competent and skilled people languish in roles for longer than they should because they are focused on the tasks assigned to them rather than looking for what else they can add to their repertoire. There is always someone to learn something new from and always something new to learn. The more you ask for responsibility, and succeed, the more responsibility you will be given.

My experience on starting in a small oil company as a graduate was being stuck in a corner and given dull repetitive tasks. I learnt almost nothing and nobody paid any attention to me. I suppose I could have reached out more to find more experienced people in the company who could have mentored me, but I didn’t feel confident to do so. When the opportunity arose to do a PhD, I jumped at it. I have never regretted the decision because when I later reentered the industry I was applying for jobs way above the level I had previously occupied and additionally I was respected for my geological knowledge.

Personally, I never pursued an advanced academic degree, but attended multiple field trips and short courses offered at conventions, in-house training (geologic modeling and resource estimation) or as adjunct university courses. One of the more valuable short courses I took was through Queens University - "Economic Considerations for Exploration Geology", which is essentially an MBA course in mining economics crammed into 7 days. There are a number of parallel courses routinely offered at SEG conferences.

Broadening your knowledge as a budding geologist, especially in the commodity you working in, will help you become technically competent quicker. However, after training many geologists, it is not advisable to immediately register for academic studies in your first year or two of working. A geology graduate should first figure out what exactly are they interested in and build up their intrapersonal skills. Something like becoming better at time keeping and deadlines at work will help you excel if you intend on doing a demanding masters or PhD study. It is all a fine balancing act that requires dedication. Perhaps consider short courses in year 1 to 3.

Understanding sampling theory, statistical analysis and bias control are critical for future endeavors beyond mapping. Masters and PhD studies would set you up well for pure research or academia, but less useful for operations roles, and exploration would benefit somewhere in between.

Academic training will always be of great value, as it allows specialization in specific topics that can be of great interest to industries in various sectors, whether at the master's or doctoral level, postgraduate studies represent a source of experience acquisition (which must then be complemented with work experience).

As a exploration geologist in my first job out of college, I am starting to branch out to more and more people in the industry. I think getting a good footing (broadening yourself in geologic knowledge, specializing, etc.) is very important. But, mining is a small industry, so networking is even more important in my opinion. How people perceive your skills is what this industry is all about, and just getting a chance to prove yourself is the first step in moving up in your career.

Nobody really knows who you are when you start a new geology job - your knowledge level and integrity still needs to be proven. This is where networking may help. I always encourage graduates to never say no when invited for a morning coffee by other colleagues. It is an essential networking opportunity. Don't be afraid to reach out to fellow geologists for assistance if you're stuck or need some coaching. You'll get the help you need and they will also get to know you better. It's all about being visible and present - sitting in a dark corner not interacting with anyone will only get you so far in your career.

Working or sharing with professionals from other areas (although related to earth sciences) is one of the most important opportunities you can have. The multidisciplinary exchange allows to have different concepts and approaches to the same situation, being able to understand many other aspects of a job that can be routine from a personal point of view.

Networking is important in mining, as there are many opportunities afforded through word of mouth and "knowing" someone and their work ethic. Having a strong work ethic and drive for improvement above and beyond your basic job duties will boost the effectiveness of that networking too.

Understand the lacking, investigate the reasons for it, mostly its due to licensing or a particular skills that's missing. Plan to complete that license etc.

Special projects or accomplished improvements with measurable outcomes are key pieces to include for your resume. Look for skills and accomplishments that are above and beyond your jobs core duties if you want to stand out for future job prospects. Ask what else you can tackle, or better yet, recognize a weakness in or short-coming in what's being done around you now and look for solutions. Present options and ask to be allowed to pursue improvements, with specific, and viable projected benefits for the company.

Being proactive and seeking opportunities will raise your value in the eyes of the company leadership. You may not see the meetings, but they're happening every year in most businesses, where you and your accomplishments, drive, work ethic, and capabilities are being discussed in terms of potential advancement and promotion. Give them something good to discuss beyond "well, they show up and do their job, but that's about it".

Peer-review your skill A good start to guage and evaluate one's readiness for a higher role is to request peer-review from persons in the position similar to that which is being sort. An honest evaluation and feedback can help align expectations as well as highlight opportunities for growth.