Dhaniel Carvalho
About Dhaniel Carvalho
Dhaniel Carvalho is the Principal Resource Geologist for Australian Assets at Glencore, specializing in the evaluation of gold and polymetallic deposits. He has extensive experience in geological modeling and mineral resource evaluation, supported by advanced degrees in Mining Engineering and Geostatistics from the University of Alberta.
Work at Glencore
Dhaniel Carvalho currently holds the position of Principal Resource Geologist for Australian Assets at Glencore, a role he has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, he specializes in the evaluation of mineral resources, particularly focusing on gold and polymetallic deposits. Prior to this role, he served as Senior Resource Geologist at Glencore from 2018 to 2020. His responsibilities include preparing mineral resources reports in compliance with NI 43-101 and JORC guidelines, managing extensive databases, and constructing complex geological models for various mining projects.
Education and Expertise
Dhaniel Carvalho earned a Master's degree in Mining Engineering and Geostatistics from the University of Alberta, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. He also completed a Citation Program in Applied Geostatistics at the same institution in 2015. His academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Universidade de São Paulo, obtained from 2007 to 2011. Carvalho has advanced expertise in geological modeling and mineral resource evaluation, utilizing both classical and advanced geostatistical methods.
Background
Dhaniel Carvalho began his career in geology with an internship at Engecorps, where he worked from 2008 to 2011. He then joined Votorantim Metais as an intern in mineral exploration before becoming a Resource Geologist there from 2012 to 2014. Following his tenure at Votorantim Metais, he worked at Yamana Gold Inc. as a Resource Geologist from 2014 to 2016. His academic and professional experiences have shaped his focus on resource estimation and geological modeling.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dhaniel Carvalho has contributed to the field of geology by preparing comprehensive mineral resources reports and managing large datasets. He has developed complex geological models for both underground and open-pit mining operations. His focus on the reconciliation of mineral resources and reserves has been a significant aspect of his work, ensuring accurate assessments in line with industry standards.