Maria O'connor
About Maria O'connor
Maria O'Connor serves as the Director of Mineral Resources at Golden Star Resources Ltd. in London, England, where she has worked since 2021, bringing extensive experience in resource geology and compliance with international reporting standards.
Work at Golden Star Resources
Maria O'Connor has served as the Director of Mineral Resources at Golden Star Resources Ltd. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing mineral resource management and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Her tenure at the company has been marked by her commitment to resource estimation and reporting, adhering to JORC, CIM (NI43-101), and SAMREC codes. Based in London, England, she has contributed to the company's strategic initiatives in mineral resource development.
Previous Experience in Resource Management
Before joining Golden Star Resources, Maria O'Connor held several positions in resource management. She worked as Manager Resources EMEA from 2019 to 2021 in Horsham, England. Prior to that, she served as Principal Resource Geologist from 2016 to 2021 and Senior Resource Geologist from 2011 to 2016, gaining extensive experience in resource estimation and compliance. Her earlier role as Resource Geologist from 2008 to 2011 further solidified her expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Maria O'Connor earned her BSc (Hons) in Environmental Geochemistry from University College Dublin, where she studied Geology and Chemistry from 2000 to 2004. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in mineral resource management. She has developed expertise in resource estimation, compliance reporting, and geological assessments, which she applies in her current and previous roles.
Professional Contributions and Initiatives
Maria O'Connor has actively contributed to the professional community by presenting papers at various conferences, focusing on case studies in estimating uranium mineral resources. She initiated a series of seminars aimed at shared learning within her team, facilitating the presentation of findings on various projects. This initiative promotes up-skilling and team development, reflecting her commitment to professional growth and knowledge sharing.
Field Experience and Training
Maria O'Connor has extensive field experience, having designed and supervised drilling and sampling campaigns across Africa, Australia, and Europe. She has delivered on-site training regarding the responsibilities of the Qualified Person and compliance with NI 43-101 for resource geologists. This hands-on experience enhances her ability to manage mineral resources effectively and ensure adherence to industry standards.