Chameera Illawathure

Geologist at Marathon Gold
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(386) 825-5501
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Canada, CA

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Experience

    • Canada
    • Mining
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Geologist
      • May 2021 - Present

      Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

    • Geotechnician
      • Sep 2020 - May 2021

      Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Faculty Researcher
      • Sep 2020 - Nov 2020

      Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

    • Instructor (IA-Geological Technician Program)
      • Sep 2019 - Aug 2020

      Grand Falls-Windsor Campus, Canada

    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Graduate Student
      • Jan 2017 - Jun 2019

      Corner Brook, Canada

    • Iran
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Engineering Geologist
      • Jul 2013 - Dec 2016

      Uma Oya MPD Project, Sri Lanka -Responsible for geological mapping (ASTM & BS Standards) of dam abutments and foundations in 2 number of RCC gravity Dams 35 m & 50 m in heights. -Coordinate the junior geologists in NATM tunnel mapping at 3.8 km long reservoir link tunnel (Drill & Blast). Evaluation of rock quality in tunnel using RMR and Q system and groundwater conditions. And selection of rock supports to be applied. -Preparation of comprehensive geological and geotechnical mappings and reports for TBM intake tunnel… Show more -Responsible for geological mapping (ASTM & BS Standards) of dam abutments and foundations in 2 number of RCC gravity Dams 35 m & 50 m in heights. -Coordinate the junior geologists in NATM tunnel mapping at 3.8 km long reservoir link tunnel (Drill & Blast). Evaluation of rock quality in tunnel using RMR and Q system and groundwater conditions. And selection of rock supports to be applied. -Preparation of comprehensive geological and geotechnical mappings and reports for TBM intake tunnel and drill and blast tunnel portals. -Identification of potential locations for rock quarries inside the project premises. -Application of rock and slope stability analysis methods and identification of geological hazards during the construction. -Involving in grouting and water pressure tests. -Borehole logging in curtain grouting and exploratory boreholes. -Groundwater monitoring and crack surveying along the tunnel trace and influenced area by open blasting. -Provide supporting documentations for test blast and control blast designs. -Geological report writing for sub-contractor's invoices, etc.... Show less

    • Hydrogeologist
      • Jun 2011 - Jul 2013

      Sri Lanka Identifying Groundwater issues, chemical, physical & Microbiological water quality measurements, Sub surface Hydrological investigations (1D & 2D Resistivity surveys), Test well drilling, Differential GPS Groundwater leveling techniques, Classification of soils, Aquifer parameter tests, Development of a Groundwater Model etc.

    • Scientist/ Geologist
      • Feb 2011 - Jun 2011

      Matale Engaged in Landslide studies & Investigations for ground suitability (Structure, Geology, soil conditions etc.) for building & other constructions.

    • Field Geologist
      • Nov 2010 - Feb 2011

      Kaluganga Development Project, Sri Lanka Involved in field geological, structural & engineering geological mapping of surface and sub-surface for the proposed Main Dam site, Transfer canal trace, Tunnel trace, saddle Dam site & Reservoir area.

    • Junior Engineering/Hydro Geologist
      • Nov 2009 - Nov 2010

      Sri Lanka Involved in many geotechnical site investigations for sub surface conditions.

    • Trainee Geologist
      • Jun 2009 - Sep 2009

      Upper Kotmale Hydropower Project Involved in Geological mapping, Preparation of detailed Geo-structural & rock support maps, Borehole drilling activities, Grouting techniques & water pressure tests at Main Dam site & Headrace Tunnel.

Education

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland
    Master's degree, Environmental Science
    2017 - 2019
  • Postgraduate Institute of Science(PGIS), University of Peradeniya
    Master's degree, Engineering Geology & Hydrogeology
    2012 - 2014
  • University of Peradeniya
    Bachelor of Science (BS), Geology, Chemistry
    2007 - 2010
  • Vidyartha college, Kandy
    1996 - 2004

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