About

I am a rock mechanic and geomechanical engineer with 25 years of experience, specializing in rock mass assessments, earth materials characterization, including seismic and natural hazards identification for mining projects. I am a Registered Geological Engineer, Civil Engineer, Geologist and a Certified Engineering Geologist. I am a Registered Member of the Society of Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration. My areas of expertise include:

* Block and Panel Caving

* Fragmentation Analysis

* Site Characterization

* Ground Support

* Rock Reinforcement

* Shaft Ground Conditions and Support

* Mass Excavations

* Tunnelling

* Underground Mass Mining

* Open-Pit Stability

* Ground Improvement

* Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring

For a resume or Curiculum Vitae please contact wellman@igeomechanics.com