ANDREW JOHN SLATE
GENERAL MANAGER
Date of Birth :
Nationality :
Professional Background :
Specialization :
Years Experience :
Status :
25th September 1962
British
Geology
Geotechnical / Engineering Geology, Groundwater, Minerals, Geophysics
23years
Married
Present Responsibility:
Management and coordination of all Gulf Laboratories’ technical and
logistical operations in the fields of geotechnical, hydrological,
geophysical mineral explorations and laboratory testing services.
Key Experience :
Water Resources
Project development, management and execution of water exploration
projects, including geophysical surveying, drilling, geological and hydrological
analyses, well design, pumping tests and interpretative reports. Injection and
infiltration tests for artificial recharge assessments.
Mineral Exploration
Project development, management and execution of mineral exploration
projects, including geological mapping, drilling and sampling, volumetric and
quality assessment and final interpretative reports.
Geotechnical / Eng. Geology Site investigation drilling and sampling, geological analyses and reporting.
Instrumentation installation. Impermeabilization of rock and soil by drilling and
grouting. Installation of micropiles, shear pins, etc. Cast in-situ piling, secant
pile walls, anchoring. Concrete investigations.
Geophysics
Acquisition, processing, interpretation of borehole and surface geophysical
data. Pile integrity testing.
Management
Project development and management of multi-disciplinary geotechnical and
water and mineral exploration projects. Preparation of commercial and
technical tenders. Budgetting and business plan preparation and
presentation. Development and implementation of company Quality System
to ISO 9001:2000.
Training
Preparation and presentation of a lecture course on basic geology and
application of borehole geophysics for civil engineering projects.
Information Technology
Full working knowledge of MS Office Applications, Surfer, Primavera
Suretrack.
Geographical Experience :
EUROPE: UK, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Italy, Germany.
WORLDWIDE : Sultanate of Oman, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain
Education and Qualifications :
2003
European Geologist (EurGeol)
2000
1998
1985
Chartered Geologist (CGeol)
Fellow of the Geological Society (FGS)
B.Sc. (Hons) GEOLOGY AND MINERALOGY, University of Aberdeen (Grade 2.1)
Career History :
1999 – Present Geotechnical Manager; Gulf Laboratories, Doha, Qatar.
1997 – 1999
Project / Contracts Manager / Geologist; Swissboring Overseas Corp. Ltd., Dubai, UAE.
1996
1993 – 1996
1991 – 1993
1991
1990 – 1991
1990
1990
1989 – 1990
1988 – 1989
1985 – 1987
Consultant Geologist; Al Masaood Gulf Geophysical Services., Al Ain, UAE.
Geophysicist / Branch Office Manager; Hydrotechnica, Muscat / Salalah, Oman.
Geophysicist / Geologist; Simon-Diasol, Eischen, GD of Luxembourg.
Geologist; Costain Foundation Engineering, Dubai, UAE and UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Exploration Associates, Maidenhead, UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Fugro McClelland, Hemel Hempstead, UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Norwest Holst, Leeds, UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Exploration Associates, Maidenhead, UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Transmanche Link, Folkestone, UK. (Freelance Geologist)
Geologist; Exploration Logging (North Sea), Aberdeen, UK.
Selected Project Experience
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Project management and geotechnical reporting for various geotechnical investigations associated
with various industrial plants and commercial developments - Qatar

Ground Penetrating Radar surveys for cavity detection in limestone – Qatar and Bahrain.

Installation of groundwater monitoring wells, sampling and laboratory testing associated with
environmental impact assessments – Qatar

Resistivity and electromagnetic surveying associated with contaminant plume mapping - Qatar

Installation of micropiles through wall structures - Bukha Mosque, Musandam, Oman.

Management of geophysical surveying (TDEM) for water well location. Well drilling, installation and
well development, geological and hydrogeological interpretation and reporting – Dubai Emirate

Drilling and installation of micropiles and shear pins as part of the ongoing restoration of a 300 year
old castle at Fujairah, UAE. Trial nailing and consolidation grouting of highly fragile castle walls.

Management and technical procedures for consolidation grouting of rock abutments - Wadi Basseirah
Dam.
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Management of silica exploration drilling programme in mountainous region of Ras Al Khaimah
Emirate.
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Silica exploration project. Geological mapping and subsequent exploratory drilling. Evaluation of
resource quantity and quality and interpretative reporting – Fujairah Emirate

Management of water well drilling and pumping tests for a biosaline agriculture research station.
Geological and hydrogeological data evaluation and reporting – Dubai Emirate.

Management of exploratory drilling project for mineral water resources - Sharjah Emirate.

Hatta Dam Z6. Project management and technical procedures for large drilling and grouting
programme to impermeabilize fractured rock below dam foundations and on rock abutments.
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Project management and technical input for multi-disciplinary Hydrological Study of Dubai Emirate.
Project involved geophysical surveying, exploratory drilling, water well construction, pumping tests,
infiltration tests, injection tests, leachate sampling and laboratory testing. Collection and presentation
and analysis of all geological and hydrological data and reporting.

Borehole geophysical logging, acquisition and interpretation for major groundwater development
projects – Sultanate of Oman and Europe.
ABDULMAJEED K.P
DRILLING & GEOTECHNICAL SECTION MANAGER
Executive Summary
A professionally qualified engineering geologist with over 18 years experience in the on-and offshore Geological,
Geotechnical Engineering and Geophysical Investigation works within Middle East and Indian sub-Continent
Region. The last eight years spent in project management/supervision positions; responsible for technical and
commercial aspects of many prestigious and technically demanding civil / marine engineering projects carried out
in Qatar over this period of time.
Personal Details
Date of Birth
Nationality
Years of Experience
st
: 01 June 1964
: Indian
: 18 years
Education and Qualification
1984
1986
1998
B.Sc. (Geology) – Calicut University, India
M.Sc (Marine Geology) – Cochin University of Science and Technology, India
Foundation Engineering short term course – Calicut University, India
Professional Experience
1989 to Present Drilling & Geotechnical Section Manager, Gulf Laboratories Company, Doha, Qatar
Involvement with the geotechnical aspects of numerous, near-shore / marine, dredging /
reclamation, heavy civils, infrastructure and hi-rise projects in Qatar. Coordinate, executes
and manage major geotechnical on-and offshore projects. Involved with project
management, supervision and report writing for assorted site / geological investigations,
geotechnical process contracts, geotechnical aspects of onshore, coastal, marine and
offshore projects for a broad client base.
Responsible for the technical and commercial aspects of a wide variety of projects including
interpretation of data and the writing of reports, writing of procedures and method statements
to industry standards, tendering, contract negotiation, client liaison. Routine site co-ordination
and site works management.
Assisting General Manager for implementing a QA system for the company systems and
operations. Liaison / interaction and contract negotiation and administration with Government
Agencies, Local and International Consultants and Contractors.
1988 to 1989
Senior Laboratory Technician, UGA Air Base Material Testing Laboratory, State of Bahrain.
All physical and chemical testing of soil, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, cement and water
sampling as per ASTM and British Standard.
1987 to 1988
Analytical Chemist, Italab Private Limited, Bombay, India
Chemical Analyses of minerals, ores, alloys, refractories, metal residues and ashes.
WAEL MOHD SALAH
SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
Date of Birth
Nationality
Years Experience
:
:
:
January 1964
Egyptian
16 years
Educational Qualification :
B.Sc. Civil Engineering - Alexandria University, Egypt, 1987
Experience :
2004 - Present
Gulf Laboratories Co. - Qatar
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
2000 - 2004
Fugro Middle East BV - Dubai, UAE.
Geotechnical Engineer
1998 - 2000
Costain International, Foundation Engineering - Dubai, UAE.
Geotechnical Engineer
1989 - 1998
Vibro For Foundation - Alexandria, Egypt
Piling Engineer / Geotechnical Engineer
Over 16 years experience in supervision of various geotechnical site investigation and piling projects in Egypt
and Middle East
Supervision of various ground investigations in the in the Middle East and Egypt, logging of cores and
samples, in-situ testing, including cone penetration testing (CPTs), permeability tests (packer test, pumping
well test, falling and rising head tests), pressuremeter tests and pile integrity tests. Preparation of laboratory
schedules, factual and engineering reports. Projects worked on have included residential and industrial
developments, recharge dams, multi-level interchanges, water and sewer pipelines, pumping stations,
dredging and reclamation schemes, onshore and nearshore (overwater).
Geotechnical Engineer on large land site investigation projects, including Dubai Tower and Barjeel Tower
projects in Doha 2004/2005. Qatar Gas II LNG Plant in Ras Laffan 2004. Doha Photography Museum 2004.
Sohar Refinery Project 2003/2004. Jummeirah Beach Residence, Dubai 2003. Wadi Safad & Showkah dams,
in Fujirah, State of U.A.E 2000. Dubai Festival City 2001 and 2002
Geotechnical Engineer supervising nearshore site investigations, including investigation for Single Point
Mooring (SPM) and pipeline system off Shuweihat, Abu Dhabi and LPG tanks in Ras Laffan, Qatar.
Co-ordination, supervising various site work, various type of piles, including; driven, bored and precast piles,
diaphragm wall, involved with engineering pile reports including; pile depth, pile design and test loads
(vertical, tension & horizontal), responsible for analysis pile load tests for the company sites, client and
consultants negotiation.
ABDUL RAHMAN
SENIOR GEOLOGIST
_______________________________________________________________________________
Nationality
: Indian
Year of Birth
: 1963
Professional Background :
Geology
Years of Experience
: 16 years
Marital Status
:
Married
KEY EXPERIENCE:
Sixteen years working experience in site investigation (including off-shore and near-shore,
borehole logging, pile assessment and preparation of geo-technical reports. Geological and
Hydrogeological studies, Environmental Impact Assessment, Geological Mapping, Hydrogeological
and Geophysical surveys
Good working knowledge of MS WORD, EXCEL, GEODESY
EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL STATUS:
M.Sc (Marine Geology), Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kerala - 1986.
B.Sc (Geology) University of Calicut, Kerala – 1983.
Completed O’level course in Computer Software conducted by Dept. of Electronics, New Delhi
1998
TRAININGS:
Training programme conducted for Young Earth Scientists by Dept. of Science and Technology,
New Delhi
Training on ‘Aerial Photo Interpretation and Remote Sensing Techniques in Geology and
Hydrogeology’ – Geological Survey of India Training Institute, Hyderabad
Short course on ‘Micro Computer Applications’ - Centre for Water Resources Development and
Management, Kerala, India
Training on ‘Techniques of Groundwater Exploration and Management’ - Centre for Water
Resources Development and Management.
EMPLOYMENT RECORD:
Sept. 1997 to date
Geologist, Gulf Laboratories Co. Qatar
Sept. 1996 to Dec 1996
Field Geologist/Geotechnical Lab Technologist, Stratacan (Qatar
Limited)
1994 – 1997
Junior Hydrogeologist, (Kerala Samuhya Jalasechana Samithi (Kerala
Community Irrigation Project, a Govt. of Kerala undertaking in
collaboration with Euroconsult and HBK of Netherlands)
1987 – 1994
Junior Hydrogeologist, Kerala Groundwater Department
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Sept. 1997 to date
Geologist, Gulf Laboratories Co. Qatar
Co-ordination of the projects. Supervision of borehole drilling
operations and trial pitting. Responsible for carrying out in situ tests
such as electrical and thermal resistivity, hand vane, penetration
testing, pumping and permeability testing.
Geological logging of soil and core samples, preparation of
geotechnical borehole logs, preparation of geotechnical site
investigation reports, scheduling samples for laboratory tests.
Onsite pile assessment.
Assessment of pile bearing capacity / skin friction based on visual
identification of rock quality and reassessment of pile depths. Pile
Integrity testing works.
Major Projects Involved:
HQ Associates - On site Piling Assessment for ‘West Bay Complex’,
Doha
Snamprogetti Spa. – Dukhan Gas Lift Project, Dukhan
Ishikawajima Harima – Japan - NGL Tank project, Mesaieed
LG – NODCO Refinery – Mesaieed
Hyundai – NGL4 Plant – Mesaieed
Mouchel Middle East – Various Road Projects, Doha
Stork Engineers – Dukhan Flare Upgrade Project – Dukhan
Barkonsult – New Community Services – Mesaieed
Hyder Consulting Middle East Ltd. –Various Road Projects
Petrofac International – Feed for Rag Utilisation Project – Mesaieed
Qatar Petroleum – New Bitumen Storage Tank – Mesaieed
Qatar Steel Company – New DRI Project – Mesaieed
Chevron Phillips – Q-CHEM 2 Project – Ras Laffan
Salman Island Project – Bahrain
Supervising, setting out, logging and preparation of borehole logs for
twenty five off-shore and near-shore bore holes for Great Lakes
Dredge & Dock Co.
Sept 1996 - Dec 1996
Field Geologist/Geotechnical Lab Technologist, Stratacan (Qatar
Limited)
Supervision of drilling activities, logging of drilling / coring operations,
soil and bedrock descriptions, preparation of geotechnical borehole
logs and reports and conducting permeability studies.
Laboratory testing of rock cores and soil samples, particle size
analyses, compaction tests, CBR, point load, field density etc.
1994 – 1997
Junior Hydrogeologist, (Kerala Samuhya Jalasechana Samithi
(Kerala Community Irrigation Project, a Govt. of Kerala
undertaking in collaboration with Euroconsult and HBK of
Netherlands)
Interpretation of Aerial Photos and Satellite Imageries. Geological
mapping, detailed Hydrogeological surveys, Basin Studies, Water
Management and Environmental Impact Assessment.
Conducting and analysing of Pumping Tests and Permeability Tests,
Groundwater monitoring, Water Quality studies for drinking and
irrigation purposes.
Geophysical surveys for groundwater exploration using EM16, WADI
& Terrameter.
1987 – 1994
Geological Assistant/Jr. Hydrogeologist, Kerala Groundwater
Dept
Experienced in detailed Geological and Hydrogeological mapping,
Hydrogeological and Geophysical surveys for groundwater
investigation, Pumping Tests, Preparation of lithologs and timelogs of
borehole drilling,
Groundwater monitoring and
preparation of
technical reports.
PUBLICATION:
Paper on ‘Estimation of Groundwater Draft in areas with high concentration of energised borewell’s
presented in the National Seminar held at Trivandrum, Kerala.
Sananth M. Narayanan
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Date of Birth :
Nationality :
Professional Background :
Years Experience :
Status :
Contact Address :
E mail :
15 May 1979
Indian
M Tech degree in Geotechnical Engineering
4 years
Married
P.O. Box 4024, Doha, Qatar
Sanath.Maimpully@mannai.com.qa
Professional Experience
Organization
:
Gulf Laboratories Company. WLL
Designation
:
Geotechnical Engineer
Period
:
January 2007 – Date
Exposure
:
Geotechnical logging, preparation of geotechnical investigation reports
including foundation recommendations.
Projects

Geotechnical Investigation for Qatar Shell Perl GTL Fire water Tank, Ras
Laffan

Geotechnical Investigation for Qatar Shell Perl GTL Effluent Treatment Plant,
Ras Laffan

Geotechnical Investigation for Qatar Shell Perl GTL Tankange Project, Ras
Laffan

Geotechnical Investigation for Atkins Primary Infrastructure Design, Qatar
Foundations
Organization
:
TCE Consulting Engineers Limited
Designation
:
Engineer (Civil)
Division
:
Nuclear Projects
Period
:
February 2006 – January 2007
Exposure
:
Review of Geotechnical Reports, Design of concrete Retaining wall, Design of
reinforced earth wall, Gabion retaining wall design, Estimation of pile
capacities, execution of geotechnical work.
Projects

Design Consultancy Services for Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at
IGCAR Kalpakkam.

Geotechnical Services for Engineering Hall 1 Extension at Naval Base,
Visakh.

Consultancy Services for Coal Berth Project at Trombay.
Organization
:
Fugro Geotech Ltd.
Designation
:
Geotechnical Engineer
Period
:
March 2005- January 2006
Exposure
:
Land/ Marine Geotechnical Investigation, Field testing,
Preparation of reports.
Projects

Detailed Geotechnical Investigation for FRFCF site at IGCAR, Kalpakkam.

Geotechnical Investigation for G1 & G15 Gas Development Plant,
Amalapuram.
Organization
:
Geo Foundations & Structures Pvt Ltd.
Designation
:
Geotechnical Engineer
Period
:
June 2003 to March 2005
Exposure
:
Land/ Marine Geotechnical Investigation, Field testing,
Laboratory testing, Preparation of reports, material testing.
Organization
:
Cera Chem Pvt Ltd.
Designation
:
Sales Engineer
Period
:
December 2000 to May 2001
Responsibilities
:
promoting Company’s products, Conducting technical seminars
& presentations, Business Development.
Education and Qualification
Master of Technology (M Tech) in Geotechnical Engineering
Bachelor of Technology (B Tech) in Civil Engineering,
IT Proficiency
Full working knowledge of MS Office Applications, AutoCAD,
DURGA PRASAD BASHYAL
GEOLOGIST
Date of Birth
Nationality
Years Experience
:
:
:
th
14 October 1968
Nepali
10 years
Educational Qualification :


Master’s Degree in Rock Engineering from Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Grade ‘B’,
Average (80-90%), (NTNU, NORWAY)
Master’s Degree in Geology from Tribhuvan University, Nepal (First Division), (Engineering Geology)
Training :
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English Language Training conducted by Training & Development Unit, United Mission to Nepal.
th
st
th
9 Himalayas - Karakorum - Tibet Workshop, Kathmandu, Nepal. (1 April to 4 April 1994)
Natural Disaster Reduction in Nepal : Experiences & Challenge, 6 October, 1997
Second Nepal Geological Congress - Workshop Kathmandu, Nepal (11-13,1998)
MS DOS, Lotus, Word Perfect, Windows 98-2000,Word, Excel, Promax, AutoCAD, Landmark, GIS etc.
Research Work :



Engineering Geological and Geophysical Investigation at the Dam Site of the Khimti - I Hydropower
Project Area. (M.Sc. Dissertation Work) Stress Dependent Permeability NTNU, M.Sc. Thesis
District Environment Brief Dailekh, 2003 Nepal
District Environment Brief Achham, 2003 Nepal
Membership :
Life Member of Nepal Geological Society since 1997
Professional Experience :
Gulf Laboratories Co., Doha - Geologist
(May 2004 to Present)
Project supervision, soil and rock core logging, lab scheduling and geotechnical report writing of various
geotechnical investigation works.
ITECO – CEMAT GEOTECH SERVICES (P) LTD. /Tri-Multiple College, Department of Geology,
Kathmandu, Nepal - Engineering Geologist / Assistant Lecturer
(Dec. 2003 to May 2004)
Supervision of Drilling, Geological and engineering geological mapping, Core logging, dynamic cone
penetration test, geotechnical investigation of rock and soil, general management of drill camps, supervision
of various types of laboratory testing on soil and aggregates for different types of civil engineering Bridge and
Road Projects.
Lecturing for B.Sc. first year and second year student, Petrology, Crystallography and Mineralogy, Structural
Geology, Engineering Geology etc.
ITECO – CEMAT GEOTECH SERVICES (P) LTD. - Kathmandu, Nepal - Engineering Geologist
(Aug. 2003 to Dec. 2003)
Supervision of Drilling and Packer tests, Geological and engineering geological mapping, Core logging,
recording of water pressure test, dynamic cone penetration test, geotechnical investigation of rock and soil,
general management of drill camps, supervision of various types of laboratory testing on soil and aggregates
for different types of civil engineering projects like hydropower, road and bridge etc.
ITECO – CEMAT GEOTECH SERVICES (P) LTD. - Kathmandu, Nepal - Engineering Geologist
(Aug. 2003 to Dec. 2003)
Supervision of Drilling and Packer tests, Geological and engineering geological mapping, Core logging,
recording of water pressure test, dynamic cone penetration test, geotechnical investigation of rock and soil,
general management of drill camps, supervision of various types of laboratory testing on soil and aggregates
for different types of civil engineering projects like hydropower, road and bridge etc.
M.Sc. STUDENT IN NORAD SCHOLARSHIP (NORWAY)
(Aug. 2001 to Aug. 2003)
ITECO – CEMAT GEOTECH SERVICES (P) LTD., Kathmandu, Nepal (Main Contractor DSD Germany) Project Incharge (Site Manager)
(Dec. 2000 to Aug. 2001)
Mobilization and Demobilization of the Anchor drilling and grouting Project, Side Management, Report Writing,
Supervision of Drilling and Packer tests, Core logging, recording of packer test results, anchor load test,
Overall maintenance of the equipment.
NORPLAN AS (Melamchi Drinking Water Scheme Project) - Engineering Geologist
(Sept. 2000 to Dec. 2000)
Supervision of Drilling and Packer tests, Geological and engineering geological mapping, Core logging,
recording of water pressure test, dynamic cone penetration test, geotechnical investigation of rock and soil,
general management of drill camps, supervision of various types of laboratory testing on soil and aggregates
for different types of civil engineering projects like hydropower, road and bridge etc.
Civil Construction Consortium - Engineering Geologist
(Nov. 1996 to May 2000)
[Civil Construction Consortium, a consortium between Statkraft Anlegg AS (Norway) & Himal Hydro & General
Construction Ltd. (Nepal), is a Civil and Engineering Contractor for Khimti I Hydropower Project (60 MW)]
Desk studies of geo-technical literature, topographical maps and geological maps.
Review of geological and geo-technical condition as stated out in the feasibility report.
Geological logging and mapping of types and quality of rock in tunnel; orientation, spacing, and character of
joints; orientation, thickness and type of weak zone; water seepage; stress induced problem Geological
Determining rock mass classification parameters such as Q value and RMR value at every chainage of the
tunnel length. Designing Rock Support for underground excavation. Assessment of the requirements of rock
asphalt, portals, tunnel shafts, adits, surface and caverns. Planning and implementation of preventive actions
for encountered faults and weak zones. Acting site in charge about six months for the site management and
civil work planning at site with full authority. Investigating drilling intake areas and low cover areas. Monitoring
and Recommending probing and grouting ~ 1300 tone of grouting has been done in the tunnel in consultation
with the Construction Manager. Monitoring and evaluation of the behaviour of rock support. Identifying the
potential leakage zones in the tunnels. Identifying and marking of the swelling clay zones and taking
preventive measures for its stability. Detail analysis of landslide and analysis of failure mechanics of tunnel
wall and roof and sliding plane. Feasibility study and supervision of drilling work, packer test, core logging,
recording of packer test, report writing and general management of drill comp of Khimti - II Hydropower
Project (540 m drilling length). Supervision of tunnelling and concrete structural works for two years as tunnel
supervisor. Identifying & Investigating aggregates sources. Advising for additional geotechnical investigations
required in the process of the underground excavation. Producing geological weekly & monthly site report.
Butawal Power Company, Nepal - Assistant Engineering Geologist
(1994 to 1996)
Desk studies of geo-technical literature, topographical maps and geological maps.
Review of geological and geo-technical condition as stated out in the feasibility report.
RAJENDRA SHRESTHA
Nationallity
:
Nepali
Profession
:
Engineering Geologist
Specialization
:
Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology
Date of Birth
:
12 Sept 1970
Marital Status
:
Married
KEY EXPERIENCE:
Has over 11 years of experience in site investigation planning and management, project management, project
proposal preparation, marketing activities etc.
Geotechnical Investigation of major project in the Middle East. Has sound experience in performing and
analyses of In-situ testing including SPT, DCPT, Permeability test, packer test, pressure-meter test, pumping
test etc.
Feasibility study of hydropower project, geological and geotechnical assessment of hydropower projects,
bridge foundation, road etc; GIS database, RS and GIS Analysis, flood modelling using GIS, hydrological
modelling, groundwater flow modelling
Has sound experience and expertise in specialized software in Water Resources, GIS and geotechnical
engineering: GMS, SMS and WMS of Environmental Management Institute; groundwater modelling software
MODFLOW; HEC series model; GIS software such as ArcGIS, ArcView, ENVI, Erdas Imagine, ILWIS; project
management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera Project Planner; Computer Programming
Languages- Visual basic, C++; database-Microsoft Access, SQL Server; geotechnical software such as GEOSLOPE OFFICE package, RocScience software - Phase, Slide, Dips, Unwedge, ROCKWORKS 2000 etc.
QUALIFICATION AND PROFESSIONAL STATUS:

Master of Science in Hydrogeology, 2000, Tuebingen University, Germany
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M. Sc. in Geology, 1994, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal
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B.Sc. in geology, 1992, Tri-Chandra Campus, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Member of Nepal Engineer’s Association
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Life Member of Nepal Geological Society
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Member of Nepal Hydropower Association (National Association of the International Hydropower
Association)
TRAINING

Professional Skills for Project Management, April 2006, Organisational Development Centre (ODC),
Nepal.

International Training/Workshop on Small Hydropower, 8 – 11 July 2005, Kathmandu, IPPAN

One month training course on “Geoinformatics for Disaster Management” conducted by centre for space
science and technology education in Asia and the Pacific, CSSTEAP (Affiliated to The United Nations),
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Dehra Dun, India

Designing and implementing desktop application with Visual basic 6.0, from 6 Feb 2002 to 24 May 2002,
College of Software Engineering, Pulchwok, Lalitpur

Programming with C++, National Institute of Information Technology, NIIT, Jawalakhel, Lalitpur.

German Language course, Level GI, Goethe Institute, Frieburg, Germany.

Project management Conception to Completion, 2 years part time course, Jun 2000, Institution of
Engineers Australia and BPC Hydroconsult

Fire and safety training program, 2 days, April 1999, HM Safety Systems, UK
LANGUAGE ABILITY
Newari
Nepali
Engilsh
German
Hindi
Speaking
Mother Tongue
Excellent
Good
Poor
Fair
Reading
Writing
Excellent
Good
Poor
Fair
Excellent
Good
Poor
Fair
RESEARCH WORK/ PUBLICATION

Water-induced hazard mapping of part of Rupanehi District, Journal of Internation Association of
Engineering Geology and Environmental Geology.
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Position of MCT in Kathmandu Melamchi Area, Himalayan Karakoram Tibet Workshop, April 2002, Sikkim

Geology and Structure of the Sundarijal-Melamchi Area, Journal of Nepal Geological Society, third Nepal
Geological Congress, Nov. 2001.
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Geological map of the area between Kusma, Syangja & Galyang, Western Nepal, Lesser Himalaya.
Published by Central Department of Geology, Tribhuvan University, Kirtipur, Kathmandu, Nepal.
PROFESSIONAL HONORS, AWARDS AND FELLOWSHIPS

DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) Scholarship for studying Master degree in Hydrogeology in
Tuebingen University, Germany

Mahendra Viddya Bhushan (Gold Medal) for standing top position in M. Sc.
EMPLOYMENT RECORD:
July 2006 To Date
Geologist, GULF LABORATORIES Co., Doha, Qatar
Working as a Project Geologist for different projects within Qatar
June 1997 To July 2006
Engineering Geologist, BPC Hydroconsult, Butwal Power Company
Limited, Nepal
Worked as Project Manager/Senior Engineering Geologist/GIS Expert for
different water resource and hydropower projects.
May 2003 To July 2006
Resource Person (Trainer), Department of Water Induced Disaster
Prevention (DWIDP), His Majesty’s Government of Nepal
Designed and delivered lectures on Geo-informatics and rock anchoring for
Advance Training Course on Disaster Management.
April 2003 To Nov 2003
Researcher/GIS Expert, Mountain Risk Engineering Unit (MRE), Tribhuvan
University, Kathmandu, Nepal.
MRE is a research institute established under Tribhuvan University. Working as
researcher for the Unit, successfully completed research on water induced
hazard mapping of Rupandehi District.
Oct 1995 – June 1997
Researcher, Tribhuvan University, Mountain Risk Engineering Unit
EXPERIENCE RECORD:
July 2006 To Date
Engineering Geologist, GULF LABORATORIES Co
As a project geologist overall responsible for planning, management and
coordination of geotechnical investigations associated with various industrial
plants and commercial developments.
Supervision of in-situ testing including, SPT, DCPT, pressure-meter test,
permeability test, packer test, , pumping test.
Installation of groundwater monitoring wells and sampling.
Analysis of the data acquired from the field and preparation of comprehensive
report.
Some of the major successfully completed project includes: Lusial
Development Groundwater Investigation for Hyder Consulting, Geotechnical
Investigation Harbour Tank Farm Area, Raslafan for Qatar Shell GTL,
Geotechnical Investigation Al Khor Airport Development for Atkins,
Geotechnical Investigation Speciality Teaching Hospital in Education City for
Ellerbe Becket, Geotechnical Investigation Abu Hamour Southern Outfall for
Nippon Koei Co Ltd
2003 to July 2006
Coordinator, Proposal Preparation Team, BPC Hydroconsult
As a coordinator, responsible for organizing bids and proposals to acquire new
projects. Fully responsible for the marketing activities of the department,
dealing and negotiation with different clients.
Oct 2005 To July 2006
Project Manager, BPC Hydroconsult
Project Identification
From Oct 2005 to July 2006, Project manager for Project Identification Study.
Overall responsible for managing and conducting the study. The study includes
pre-feasibility and feasibility study of run-of-the-river, pumped storage and
seasonal storage projects.
GIS and remote sensing techniques had been introduced for identification of
hydropower project and analysis of hydrological data
Dec 2003 To July 2006
Team Leader, BPC IT team
Overall responsible for design of BPC’s web page. Developed and published
BPC’s Electronic news letter. Worked as an editor for BPC E-News
(www.bpc.com.np)
As a team leader Investigated the options of different communication systems
to connect and transfer technical and financial data between the head office,
two power plants sites and a support office located over a distance of 300 kms.
Recommended a cost effective combination of VSAT and existing
telecommunication system which is already installed and working effectively.
Nov 2005 to Jul 2006
Engineering Geologist/Geotechnical Engineer, Feasibility study of Lower
Hongu Khola Hydropower Project
Overall responsible for site investigation planning and management of
feasibility study of lower Hongu Khola Hydropower Project. The site
investigation includes core drilling, water pressure test, permeability test, test
pitting, construction material survey, laboratory test, geological mapping,
geophysical survey.
Aug 2005 To Dec 2005
Project Manager, Study of Structural cracks at outdoor control building of
Khimti I Hydropower Project
Managed the project for studying structural cracks at outdoor control building
and underground cavern of 60 MW Khimti I Hydropower Project. Carried out
back analysis using numerical models to identify the cause of cracks.
April 2005 to Feb 2006
Engineering Geologist/Geotechnical Engineer, Feasibility study of Khare
Khola Hydropower Project
Overall responsible for site investigation planning management of feasibility
study of Khare Khola Hydropower Project (14 MW). The site investigation
includes core drilling, water pressure test, permeability test, construction
material survey, laboratory test, geological mapping, resistivity survey.
Involved in conceptual layout and design of the project.
May 2005 To Jan 2006
Team Leader/Engineering Geologist, Ladku Khola Small Hydropower
Project
Led a team for the feasibility study of Ladku Khola Small Hydropower Project.
Carried out geological and geotechnical investigation of the project.
July 2004 To July 2005
Engineering Geologist/Hydrogeologist, Jhimruk optimal downstream
release study and mitigation
Responsible for assessment and management of optimal downstream release
from dam of Jhimruk hydropower project satisfying downstream water demand
for irrigation and other uses.
Carried out hydrological meteorological data analysis, estimation of total
irrigated land and minimum crop water and irrigation requirement, assessment
of present irrigation system and necessary improvement required and cost
benefit analysis of water management option.
August 2004 To Feb 2005
Team Leader, Identification of Storage Projects
Led a team in identifying potential storage projects. Identified and evaluated
four potential projects and recommended two projects for detailed study.
June 2004 – July 2004
Project
Project
Manager/Geotechnical
Engineer,
Liping
Khola
Hydropower
Responsible for the hydrological, geological and geotechnical study of the
project, explore alternatives for the project structure, prepared geological map
of the project area
April 2004 – To June 2004
Project Manager, Field Workers Training on Electricity Distribution
System -Operation and Maintenance
Responsible for the preparation of concept paper, and project proposal.
Successfully designed, coordinated and managed capacity building training
program delivered to the Rural Electric Communities. These communities have
taken over the distribution system form Nepal Electricity Authority, the stateowned electricity utility. The training Program was funded by USAID through
WINROCK International
April 2003 – Nov 2003
Researcher/GIS Expert (Team Leader), Mountain Risk Engineering Unit,
Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Overall responsible for managing and supervising the research team. Prepared
flood hazard map of the Rupandehi District, Western Nepal, using numerical
methods (HEC-RAS) and ArcView GIS. Carried out hydrological analysis.
Nov 2002- April 2003
Geotechnical Engineer, Rigdi hydropower project
Responsible for geotechnical investigation, construction material sampling and
lab tests. Carried out the layout and design of the tunnel, other underground
excavations and support design for the feasibility studies of the project.
May 2003, and May 2004,
May 2005, May 2006
Resource Trainer, Department of Water Induced Disaster Prevention
(DWIDP)
One of the Trainers for Advance Training Course on Disaster Management,
which was conducted by Department of Water Induced disaster Prevention, His
Majesty's Government of Nepal for Government’s Technical Officers.
Responsible for conducting lectures on Rock Anchoring, Geoinformatics for
Disaster Management.
Dec 2000 to Dec 2002
Engineering Geologist, BPC Hydroconsult
From Feb 2002 to Nov 2002 worked as an engineering geologist for the
“preparation of safety standard” (surface excavation part) for Hydropower
project for HMGN Ministry of water resources, Department of Electricity
Development (DoED).
Worked for Chaku Hydropower Project (Dec 2000-Jul 2001), Pheme
Hydropower Project (April 2001- Dec 2002). Responsible for layout and design
of tunnel/canal, slope stability analysis along canal alignment.
Dec 2000- Dec 2002
GIS Expert/ Engineering Geologist, Norplan As
Responsible for geological mapping of the tunnel alignment, selection of adit
portals, drilling supervision including permeability test, core logging etc.
Prepared GIS database. Prediction of landslide hazard, flood hazard using
satellite image, aerial photo and field visit.
Aug 1999 – Dec 2000
Student, Tuebingen University, Germany
Conducted MSc in Hydrogeology at Tuebingen University geology on study
leave.
Carried out different research project on groundwater monitoring,
modelling.
March 1999 – August 1999
Resident Engineer,
Investigation
Nyadi
I
Hydropower
Project
(20
and flow
MW)
-Site
Responsible for overall planning and management of feasibility study of the
project. Responsible for supervising and managing geophysical exploration team
and drilling team. Carried out geological, geotechnical, hydrogeological
investigation, Environmental Impact Assessment and construction material
sampling and lab tests. Carried out the layout and design of the tunnel, other
underground excavations and support design for the detailed feasibility studies of
this 20 MW hydropower project that is located in the district of Lamjung.
June 1997 – March 1999
Geologist, Khimti Services Consortium, Khimti I Hydropower Project (60
MW)
Responsible for geological logging and support design of headrace tunnel,
powerhouse, inclined pressure shaft & surge shaft. Geological mapping,
landslide mapping along the tunnel alignment, predicting weak zones. Carried
out Lugeon test, installation of piezometer.
Oct 1995 – June 1997
Researcher, Tribhuvan University, Mountain Risk Engineering Unit
Involved with the research team for Structural Geological mapping and hazard
mapping in Western Nepal (Syangja, Parbat Districts)
ELIZABETH RAJI JOHN
Date of Birth :
Nationality :
Professional Background :
Status :
Contact Address :
E mail :
28th July 1980
Indian
Geologist
Married
P.O. Box 4024, Doha, Qatar
+974 – 5553437, 4607034 / 36, 4697605
elizabeth.rajee@mannai.com.qa
Professional Experience
2005 to Date
Geologist, Gulf Laboratories Company WLL, Doha, Qatar.
Planning, co-ordinating & supervising the geotechnical activities of various infrastructural and
civil projects. Responsibility includes client liaison at various stages of the project.
Sample and core logging, preparation of lab schedules to suit design requirements,
compilation and interpretation of data, data transfer in AGS format. Preparation of factual
reports.
Performing various in-situ tests. Tests comprise various permeability tests (packer test and
pumping test).
Major projects handled comprise Gabbro Support Services & Light Industrial Areas in
Mesaieed for QP, Education City Development for Atkins, Dukhan Highway for Atkins,
Museum of Islamic Arts for Halcrow etc.
Education and Qualification
2001 - 03
1998 - 2001
Master of Science, (Geology) Mumbai University
Bachelor of Science, (Geology) Mumbai University
IT Proficiency
Full working knowledge of MS Office Applications, C++, MS DOS.
Training
Technical Report Writing by Spearhead Training.
Safety and Defensive Driving by Gamuda
Research
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Sedimentological study in Al- Dakhira, Qatar
Geological Survey carried out in Mahableshwar, India
Geological Mapping work done in an area in Gokak, Karnataka, India.
SUJIN J
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FIELD OF EXPERIENCE
Worked as an EIA (Environment Impact Assessment) consultant in Agriculture and Ecosystem management
Group (AGES), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, 2007
Worked as a geologic consultant in Environment Resources Research Centre, (ERRC)
Peroorkada, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, 2001-2006
Worked as a project fellow in Centre for Earth Science Studies, (CESS) hiruvananthapuram, In the time
bound project entitled ‘Carrying Capacity Studies Based on Two Tourist Locations; Munnar and Kumarakam,
Kerala’, 1998.
Duties and responsibilities
Field investigation, data analysis, preparation of geologic reports, generation of related thematic maps by the
aid of GIS and remotesensing technologies.
Geologic techniques
During the project and research works adequate field skills were developed in hard rock terrains (especially
both in forest and semi arid terrains). Reading in mapping instruments, topographic maps, one inch maps etc
were practiced and applied during this session. Petrological, structural, sedimentological, drainage,
geomorphological as well as pedological studies were also practiced. Concerned laboratory techniques were
also experienced. Adequate skills were also got for identifying the soil erosion prone areas, environmental
hotspots within the field and in the preparation of Catchment Area Treatment (CAT) Plans
Geologic consultant
Worked as a geologic consultant in ERRC and in AGES, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, for the following
projects.
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Environmental Impact Assessment of Proposed Athirappilly Hydroelectric Project, Thrissur District
Kerala, India, 2000. (ERRC)
Environmental Impact Assessment of Proposed Barapole Hydroelectric Project, Kannur District
Kerala, India, 2002. (ERRC)
Catchment Area Treatment Plan for Kakkad Hydro Electric Project, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala,
India, 2004. (ERRC)
Environmental Impact Assessment of Proposed Pathrakkadavu Hydroelectric Project, Kerala, India,
2005. (ERRC)
Environmental Impact Assessment of Proposed Hospital Project (Medicity) at Kollam, Kerala, India,
2007 (AGES)
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
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One year research experience in ‘Heavy Mineral Beach Placers of Kerala’ at graduate level at SN
College, Varkala, University of Kerala, India (1995)
Two years of research experiences in ‘Heavy Geology of Kottamalai and a Report on Heavy Minerals
Present in Chittar Channel Sediments in Thirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu’ at Post graduate level,
University of Kerala, India (1996-98).
Four years of research experiences in ‘Environmental Impact Assessment of Selected Hydel and
Irrigation Dams of Kerala, ‘Four awarding the Doctoral degree in Geology from University of Kerala,
India (2002). The synopsis was submitted to the University after completion of research work. .
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Academic
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M.Sc (Geology), 1996-98, University of Kerala
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B.Sc (Geology), 1992-95, University of Kerala
Pre Degree, 1990-92, Science group, SN College Varkala, University of Kerala
SSLC 1990, All, Public Examination, Kerala State
Sahithyacharya (Hindi), 1990, Kerala Hindi Prachara Sabha,
Diploma in Software Applications, 2000, Mahathma Gandhi Education Foundation
LANGUAGES KNOWN
Malayalam, English and Hindi (Both read and write)
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Material engineering
The candidate completed the following courses from the College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram
(Under University of Kerala) in 2007
Soil
Acquired adequate skills in soil tests (field density, size analysis, determination of Atterberg limit,
shear strength using UCC, shear strength, permeability, determination of percentage of clay by using
hydrometer, compaction, CBR, consolidation etc)
Cement/ concrete
Gained adequate skills in tests in cement and concrete (Workability, Fineness of cement by Air
permeability method, Consistency of cement, Setting time, compressive strength, concrete aggregate
test, slump test, modulus of elasticity of cement, strength of bricks and tiles etc)
Roads
Developed adequate skills in aggregate tests (Shape, impact value, specific gravity and water
absorption value, angularity, soundness and stripping values) and Asphalt tests (Grade, ductility, flash
and fire point, softening point etc)
OTHER EXPERIENCES
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Typing skills
Developed typing skills both in English and Hindi by using typewriter and in computer keyboard.
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Handling computer softwares
Developed proficiency in handling the softwares such as
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Operating Softwares (Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows vista
and Linux)
 MS office packages (Office 97, 2000, 2003 and 2007)
 Internet and imaging softwares (Photoshop, Corel draw, Presto Image folio, Arc Soft Photo
impression etc)
 Skills in Autocad
 Working Knowledge in Geographic Information System (GIS) packages Surfer, (v. 6, 7 & 8)
Mapinfo (v. 3, 5, 6.5, 7), Vertical mapper, Arc GIS, Rockware, Rockworks, Gram++, Geomedia
and Erdas)
Handling the Global Positioning System (GPS)
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Remote sensing techniques (interpretation from Satellite imageries, hybrid images and air photos)
SEMINARS ATTENDED
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Participated in the National seminar on ‘Solid Waste Management’ organized by Department of
Geology, University of Kerala (2002)
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Participated in the National seminar on ‘Coastal zone Dynamics and Environmental Challenges’
organized by Department of Geology, University of Kerala (2004)
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Participated and presented a research paper in the International Conference on Large dams and
Hydropower Development, organized by Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi, India
(2004).
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Sujin, J. and Roy Chacko P.T. 2004. Appraisal of Environmental Impacts of Successive
Hydroelectic
Dams in River Pamba, Kerala. In proceedings of the International Conference on
Large dams and Hydropower Development, Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi, India,
pp. VII/75-80.