Pius Japhet Damas
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Dynamic Project Surveyor with extensive experience at Barrick Gold Corporation, excelling in topographical and engineering surveying. Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GNSS systems, I deliver precise results while ensuring compliance with design standards. Recognized for strong leadership and effective communication, driving successful project outcomes in challenging environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Surveyor
TAMAU COMPANY LIMITED
01.2025 - Current
- Lead surveying operations for construction of Motukeri and Nyanungu charcoal dams at Serengeti district, Mara region
- Executed engineering designs for dam structures, including embankment centerline, spillway structures, core trench, cattle trough, rock toe, sand filter, treatment plants, outlet systems, and water tanks using GNSS Receiver and Total Station to ensure precise construction.
- Execute topographic surveys analyzing land elevation, slope, and terrain features for dam site planning
- Extend control points using GNSS Receiver to establish reference framework for dam construction
- Monitored construction standards by verifying dimensions, elevations, slopes, and alignments, ensuring compliance with design tolerances and contributing to structural integrity.
- Calculated earthwork volumes for excavation and fill requirements using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Surpac software to facilitate accurate project planning.
- Conducted detailed surveys for the Feeder Roads Package 01, specifically the Singisi-Iharara-Mariwa road project, to assess site conditions.
Engineering Surveyor
MJT COMPANY LIMITED
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Planned layout for Patrol/Ranger post building at Msolwa Subzone, Nyerere National Park using SOUTH RTK GNSS Receiver to ensure precise site positioning
- Set out entrance and exit parking for Ibanda Kyerwa National Park gate pass project using SOUTH RTK GNSS Receiver to facilitate efficient vehicle access
Topographical and Engineering Surveyor
4 SEASON ENTERPRISES
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted topographic surveys and produced detailed maps to support engineering design
- Executed engineering design through precise setting out procedures ensuring project accuracy
- Calculated earthwork material volumes utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcMap for project planning
- Performed leveling activities and maintained proper slopes during excavation processes
Cadastral and Topographical Surveyor
MARU LAND CONSULT & GENERAL SUPPLIES COMPANY LIMITED
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Executed cadastral surveys, interpreting legal deeds and historical records, to ensure accurate boundary retracement and subdivision layout for client projects
- Conducted detailed topographical surveys using GNSS to produce precise contour maps and cross sections, supporting civil infrastructure design and construction staking requirements
- Placed survey monuments to mark property boundaries accurately, ensuring clear definition of boundary lines for property owners and stakeholders
Field Mine Surveyor
BARRICK GOLD CORPORATION - North Mara Gold Mine Ltd
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Executed laser setup and ramp setting out procedures to ensure precise alignment for operational efficiency
- Conducted face mark-up and pickup, topographic surveying, and wall stations extension
- Performed grade line mark-up and aggregates/stockpiles pickup for volume computations
- Marked production rings and diamond drill holes to facilitate accurate drilling and resource extraction
- Performed bore Trak surveying and hydrographic (bathymetric) surveys
- Collected water level data and processed CMS data to inform water balance models for effective resource management
- Supervised safe working procedures in underground mining environment
- Achievement: Awarded Certificate of Completion in Mining Surveying
Topographic Surveyor
DOCH COMPANY (Sub-consultant to Oriental Consultants Global Co. Ltd.)
12.2024
- Conducted topographic surveys for underground utilities using CHCNAV RTK GPS, supporting Arusha-Holili Road Improvement Project
- Performed topographic surveys for building construction at Kilimanjaro International Airport, facilitating engineering design and environmental maintenance
- Surveyed multiple sections including Tengeru User-River (4 lanes), Kikafu Bridge (4 lanes), and Kilimanjaro International Airport (2 lanes each side), contributing to comprehensive project assessments
- Produced topographic maps for engineering design
Topographic Surveyor
MJT COMPANY LIMITED
11.2024
- Conducted topographical survey at Ndapata River area, informing bridge design decisions
- Executed detail picking with GNSS receiver, producing contour maps to support Patrol/Ranger post construction at Safari Five-Liwale Subzone, Nyerere National Park
- Performed control point extension to establish framework for project accuracy
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geomatics
Ardhi University
Tanzania07.2024
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Miono High School
07.2020
Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kiluvya Secondary School
Dar es Salaam10.2017
Skills
- Cadastral Surveying
- Hydrographic Surveying
- Topographical Surveying
- Engineering Surveying
- Construction
- Mining Surveying
- Geometrical Geodesy
- Physical Geodesy
- GIS
- Photogrammetry
- Control Surveying
- Deformation Monitoring
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- ArcGIS
- QGIS
- Trimble Business Centre
- GEOVIA Surpac
- Global Mapper
- Golden Surfer
- LISCAD
- MATLAB
- Google Earth Pro
- CADPro
- Hydromagic
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Total Stations
- GNSS Systems
- Scanners
- Level Machines
- UAV
Projects
Engineering and Hydrographic Surveying Project, Ardhi University, 01/01/24, 02/29/24, Designed 3.7 km road in Tanga city council, Established second-order control network for road design framework, Conducted bathymetric survey using single side sonar for ship docking area design Control Surveying Project, Ardhi University, 06/01/23, 07/31/23, Established major control network with first and second order control points (24 points), Created minor control network with 32 second and third order control points in Morogoro region Topographic Surveying Project, Ardhi University, 02/01/23, 02/28/23, Surveyed 1,000 square meter plot near Ardhi University-Makongo junction for new business facility development Cadastral Surveying Project, Ardhi University, 06/01/22, 07/31/22, Surveyed and registered over 400 plots, Performed demarcation, coordination, and boundary beacon insertion using angle and distance methods Road Design Project, Ardhi University, 07/01/21, 08/31/21, Designed 0.7 km road (Njedengwa street) in Dodoma city, Conducted topographic and engineering surveys
Disclaimer
I, Pius J Damas the undersigned, declare that this curriculum vitae is my own original information; and that all the information presented in this CV are absolutely correct at this particular moment; and that this CV can be presented to any person, institution or organization for a similar or any other issue.
References
- David Mlekwa, Senior Mine Surveyor, Barrick-North Mara, +255767106903, DMlekwa@barrick.com
- Deodat Kalugwana, Civil Engineer, +255697717898, dkalungwana@gmail.com
- Ms. Valerie Ayubu Meshili, Assistant Lecturer, Ardhi University Department of Geospatial Sciences and Technology, +255762164490, valerie.ayubu@gmail.com
- Tevin G. Mwanga, Civil Engineer & Director, MJT Company Limited / TANROADS, +255768906902, tevin.mwanga@tanroads.go.tz, tevin.mwanga@mjtcrew.com
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/09/99
- Gender: Male
Timeline
Project Surveyor
TAMAU COMPANY LIMITED
01.2025 - Current
Engineering Surveyor
MJT COMPANY LIMITED
12.2024 - 01.2025
Topographic Surveyor
DOCH COMPANY (Sub-consultant to Oriental Consultants Global Co. Ltd.)
12.2024
Topographic Surveyor
MJT COMPANY LIMITED
11.2024
Topographical and Engineering Surveyor
4 SEASON ENTERPRISES
09.2024 - 10.2024
Cadastral and Topographical Surveyor
MARU LAND CONSULT & GENERAL SUPPLIES COMPANY LIMITED
07.2024 - 09.2024
Field Mine Surveyor
BARRICK GOLD CORPORATION - North Mara Gold Mine Ltd
07.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Geomatics
Ardhi University
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education -
Miono High School
Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kiluvya Secondary School