Brandon Zyn

Audit and validate mineral resource and reserve documentation for mining concessions across Colombia, ensuring compliance with national and international industry standards.
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Lead technical working groups with mining companies to evaluate geological exploration programs, manage geological risk, and facilitate project development.

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Led geological exploration and resource assessment programs for underground metallurgical coal operations.
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Managed 3D geological model development using Vulcan and Surpac; integrated GIS data for spatial analysis and decision-making.
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Delivered resource estimation reports adhering to international reporting standards (CRIRSCO-aligned).

Oversaw all geological aspects of underground coal mining operations across a 5-year engagement, ensuring production efficiency, safety, and environmental regulatory compliance.
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Coordinated with mining engineers and environmental scientists to optimize extraction processes.
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Prepared 6 reports supporting mining license updates under Colombian regulations.

Delivered geological exploration, geotechnical studies, resource estimation, and GIS analysis across 5+ projects for small-scale underground coal and mineral operations. Conducted structural/stratigraphic mapping, topographic surveys, and underground mine support design.
Developed resource and reserve estimation reports for coal, emeralds, and gravel.

Supported coal resource exploration and geotechnical studies, including geological/structural mapping and topographic surveys. Contributed to mining advisory activities focused on operational efficiency and sustainability.

Grade: Distinction (2nd place in graduating class)

Completed a B.Sc. in Geological Engineering at Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia (UPTC), graduating in 2017 with distinction and 2nd place in the graduating class.