Nkosizanokusa Nqobile Mankayi
Pretoria
Summary
Experienced Engineering Geologist with sound experience in the field of engineering geology and to some extent, geotechnical engineering practices, providing guidance and planning complex geotechnical engineering projects. Excellent understanding of foundation and soil analysis. Strong research and technical writing skills to produce well-researched reports.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Geologist
Council for Geoscience (Upington/Pretoria Office)
02.2018 - Current
- Project’s team leadership for near-surface geotechnical investigations and mapping in undermined ground and//or dolomite stability assessments, field & laboratory results interpretation, and professional reports writing
- Planning ground excavation or trenching, drill hole planning, drilling (rotary core and percussion) supervision, soil profiling and core/chip logging and usage of software ArcGIS 10.3, Rockworks 15, Illustrator, Surfer, Corel Draw, DotPlot for field and laboratory results interpretations
- Mentoring junior scientists and interns, both in field and office works.
- Streamlined operations and prioritized project tasks, allowing successful deliverance of projects to clients.
Junior Engineering Geologist
Council for Geoscience (Pretoria office)
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Field and laboratory data coordination and management, near-surface geotechnical investigations and terrain mapping, under-mined ground and/or dolomite stability assessments, and professional reports writing
- Planning ground excavation or trenching, drilling (rotary core, percussion, and reverse circulation) supervision, soil profiling and rock core/chip logging, sampling, producing cross-sections, and using of ArcGIS 10.3, Rockworks 15, Illustrator, Surfer, Corel Draw, DotPlot for field and laboratory results interpretations
- Participating in geophysical and hydrogeological studies
- Mentoring interns, both in field and office works
Internship - Hydrogeology
Council for Geoscience (Pretoria)
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Borehole network siting for groundwater monitoring, hydrogeological mapping and sampling, aquifer characterization and assessment, mine-water assessment and geochemical analysis, groundwater modeling, field and laboratory data coordination and management and professional reports writing
- Drilling (percussion) supervision and pump testing, chip logging, and using of ArcGIS 10.3, Aquachem, Phreeqc, Aqtesolv, Modflow/Feflow, FC Method, Surfer, Corel Draw for field and laboratory results interpretations
- Application of relevant by-laws, standards and procedures including SANS 241, National Water Act 36 of 1998, NEM Act 107 of 1998, ISO 14001 and 9001, and knowledge of EIA, EMP and SHREQ policies and processes.
Education
Master of Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa03.2025
BSc Honours - Hydrogeology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa04.2013
BSc - Engineering Geology
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa04.2012
Foundation Year Programme (UPFY) -
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12.2006
Skills
- Geological and geotechnical site investigations
- Ground improvement and geohazards investigations
- Data and database management
- Project management
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and Rockscience (Slide and GeoSlope)
- Geotechnical field and laboratory analysis
- Scientific and technical report writing
Affiliations
- Geological Society of South Africa, Member
- South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions, Professional
Driverlicense
Code 8
Gssamember
True
Continuousprofessionaldevelopment
- 08/01/21, 11/01/21, Advanced Project Management, University of Cape Town
- 04/01/21, 08/01/21, Project Management Foundations, University of Cape Town
- 10/01/20, Project Management for Geologists, Geological Surveys of South Africa
- 09/01/20, 10/01/20, Drilling Methods and techniques in Resource Exploration, Geological Surveys of South Africa
- 10/01/17, ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System – Awareness, Simlau Biztech Academy
Membership
Pr. Sci. Nat.
Personal Information
Gender: Female
References
- Mr S.G. Chiliza, 033-345 6266 / 082-828 2889, gchiliza@geoscience.org.za, Senior Scientist, Council for Geoscience
- Mr K Tegegn, 012-841 1508/073 / 017 9250, ktegegn@geoscience.org.za, Chief Scientist, Council for Geoscience
- Mr U.O Nzotta, 084 601 5539, unzotta@hotmail.com, Founder/Director, Nzotta and Associates Company
Certification
SACNASP Professionalism
Timeline
Engineering Geologist
Council for Geoscience (Upington/Pretoria Office)
02.2018 - Current
Junior Engineering Geologist
Council for Geoscience (Pretoria office)
12.2014 - 01.2018
Internship - Hydrogeology
Council for Geoscience (Pretoria)
07.2013 - 11.2014
Master of Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering
Stellenbosch University
BSc Honours - Hydrogeology
University of Pretoria
BSc - Engineering Geology
University of Pretoria
Foundation Year Programme (UPFY) -
University of Pretoria
SACNASP Professionalism
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