Matthew Penney
About Matthew Penney
Matthew Penney is a Senior Geophysicist with extensive experience in managing geophysical teams and programs. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies and has on-the-ground experience in 13 countries, focusing on exploration for diverse commodities.
Current Role at Glencore
Matthew Penney serves as a Senior Geophysicist at Glencore, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on managing geophysical teams and programs, utilizing his extensive experience in geophysics to advance exploration projects. His responsibilities include working with multidisciplinary datasets to enhance exploration efforts and increase near mine resources.
Previous Experience at Lundin Mining Corporation
Prior to his current role, Matthew Penney worked at Lundin Mining Corporation in various capacities. He served as Senior Geophysicist from 2014 to 2017 in Vancouver, BC, and then as Manager, Geophysics from 2017 to 2020 in Toronto, ON. During his tenure, he managed geophysical teams and contributed to multiple exploration projects.
Experience in Geophysics
Matthew Penney has a diverse background in geophysics, having worked in multiple roles across different companies. He began his career as a Geophysical Field Technician at Crone Geophysics & Exploration Ltd. in 2004. He also held positions at Xstrata Nickel and Anglo American, where he progressed from Junior Geophysicist to Project Geophysicist, gaining valuable experience in various mining environments.
International Exploration Experience
Matthew Penney has on-the-ground experience in 13 different countries, where he has explored for various commodities and deposit styles. This international exposure has equipped him with a broad understanding of global geophysical practices and challenges in the mining sector.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Penney holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geophysics from Memorial University of Newfoundland. His educational background, combined with his extensive work experience, has established him as an expert in managing geophysical teams and utilizing multidisciplinary datasets in exploration projects.