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Curriculum Vitae

Martin Theo Bentley

86 Mangosuthu Buthelezi Drive
Eshowe 3815

[email protected]
http://blog.martinb.za.net | http://www.twitter.com/astonsplat | za.linkedin.com/in/bentleymt/
073 467 3333 (c) | 035 474 7949 (w)
Languages: English, Afrikaans, German

##Education

Rhodes University, Grahamstown, South Africa
Bachelor of Science (BSc) 2006 - 2009
Majors: Geology and Computer Science

Eshowe High School, Eshowe
2001 - 2005 Matriculation Certificate, 'A' Aggregate

##Work Experience

All the positions that I have held have helped me develop time-management skills and quick decision-making as to current priorities in order to achieve goals. They have also involved learning working as part of a team, including in a leading capacity, and many involved extensive communication with third parties. My various positions have also required adaptability to rapidly changing circumstances and rapid learning while on the job.

Ground Africa Consulting Geotechnical Engineers, Eshowe
Geologist (August 2011 to present)

George Hotel, Eshowe
Barman (February 2011 to September 2011)

Rhodes University, Grahamstown

  • Practical demonstrator/Tutor
    • Geology Department (2009 to 2010)
    • Computer Science Department (2009)
  • Student networking helpdesk
    • IT Division (2010)

Outreach and Science Communication

  • Workshop/Presentation on A Geologist's View of Evolution at Sasol SciFest (March 2010) for the British Council
  • Dinosaur Information Stand at Kirkwood Wildsfees (July 2009) on behalf of Albany Museum

##Skills

  • Geological Mapping and Logging
  • Project and Labour Management
  • Technical and Report Writing
  • Computer Troubleshooting and Networking
  • High level of General Computer Literacy and Skills
  • Preparation of Maps and other Technical Graphics (including Cross Sections, Site Sketches, Field Sketches)
  • Synthesis of Field Data
  • Draughting and Technical Drawing (Traditional and CAD)
  • Sample preparation (XRF, Thin Sections)
  • Optical Petrology & Mineral Identification
    • Transmitted Light Microscopy
    • Reflected Light Microscopy (Ore petrology)
    • Hand Specimens
  • Basic GIS Skills (QGIS)
  • Basic Programming Skills (Exposed to Python, Java, C++, Haskell, SQL)
  • Familiar with Linux (Arch Linux; Debian/Ubuntu/Mint) and Windows operating systems

##Other Roles

1st Eshowe Scout Group
Assistant Troop Scouter (2011-2013) \

Rhodes University Mountain Club
Vice-Chairperson/Secretary (2010)
Member (2007, 2009 - 2010) \

Rhodes University Goju-Ryu Karate Club
Chairperson (2010) \

Rhodes University CircuSoc!
Chairperson (2010)

##External Interests

  • Open Access/Open Data Advocacy
  • Science Communication and Advocacy
  • Cycling
  • Juggling
  • Karate and other Martial Arts
  • Rock Climbing