Justin Fong

Exploration Geologist @Hecla Mining Company

Elsa, YT, CA

Conducted geological mapping, sampling, and field surveys in various terrains to identify prospective mineral deposits, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations-Interpreted geological data from core logging, geophysical surveys, and geochemical analysis to evaluate the potential of mineralized zones-Managed drilling operations, including planning and overseeing drilling programs, selecting drill sites, coordinating contractors, and ensuring efficient drilling execution to meet exploration objectives-Collaborated with drilling teams to monitor core recovery, quality, and sample integrity, ensuring accurate data collection for resource modelling-Utilized Minesight, Leapfrog, QGIS, and GPS to create detailed geological models and maps to assist in resource estimation and exploration planning-Assisted in the design and execution of exploration programs, including drill hole targeting and field testing, to enhance mineral resource understanding-Managed and maintained the geologic database, ensuring the accurate documentation and integration of exploration data, such as core logs, drill results, and field notes-Assisted with regular reports and presentations for senior management on exploration progress, drilling results, and geological findings to inform decision-making-Ensured compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout the exploration and drilling phases.

University of Calgary

Bachelor's of Science