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We are honoured to have received several prestigious awards recognizing our growth, achievements, and safety record as well as our contributions towards mineral and resource industries.

Best Paper Award

Global – April 28, 2025

Franco and Cesar Oboni have received the Best Paper Award at the Dam World Conference for their innovative approach to tailings dam safety, integrating human factors and evolving hazards.

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Franco and Cesar Oboni Receive Best Paper Award at Dam World Conference 2025

Franco and Cesar Oboni have been honored with the Best Paper Award at the Fifth International Dam World Conference (DW2025) for their technical paper, "Optimizing Tailings Dam Safety: Integrating Human Factors and Evolving Hazards." Their work introduces a quantitative risk assessment model that incorporates human factors, maintenance variability, operational considerations, and climate impacts to provide a clearer understanding of failure causative processes. By emphasizing human factors as key drivers of dam failures, their methodology offers actionable strategies to mitigate risks and improve the reliability of tailings storage facilities (TSFs). This recognition highlights their innovative contributions to advancing safety and sustainability in the mining industry, as well as their commitment to addressing complex challenges in TSF design, maintenance, and operations.

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Distinguished Lecturer Award

North America – May 01, 2023

Gary Poxleitner has received the CIM Distinguished Lecturer Award for his significant contributions to the mining industry through technical expertise and leadership.

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Gary Poxleitner Recognized for Leadership in Mining

Gary Poxleitner has been named a recipient of the 2023 Distinguished Lecturer Award by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum (CIM). This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the mining industry through scientific, technical, management, or educational activities. With over three decades of experience, Gary has worked across operations, engineering, and capital projects globally, specializing in areas such as mine design, cost estimation, and operational improvement. His dedication to advancing industry standards and balancing economic considerations with environmental impact has made him a trusted leader in the field. Gary’s commitment to sharing knowledge and mentoring others is reflected in his active involvement with CIM, where he has served in various leadership roles. 

This recognition highlights Gary's exceptional contributions to the mining industry and his ongoing impact on its growth and innovation.

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BC Top Employer

North America – August 02, 2022

We have been recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2022, celebrating our innovative workplace policies, profit-sharing plans, and commitment to employee development.

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BC Top Employer Award Recognizes Commitment to Employees

We have been named a BC Top Employer for the ninth consecutive year, a prestigious designation that celebrates companies leading their industries by creating exceptional workplaces. The 2022 award highlights our commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment, with policies that include flexible hours, profit-sharing plans, and a new RSP savings plan. 

The adjudicators also commended our focus on professional development through tuition subsidies, in-house training, and global secondment opportunities. This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring their success and well-being remain at the heart of our operations.

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High Commendation Medal for Operations

Global – June 21, 2022

The CEEC High Commendation Medal has been awarded to a team of contributors, including Adrian Dance, for their work on improving comminution efficiency and plant capacity at the Pinto Valley Mine.

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CEEC High Commendation Medal Awarded to SRK’s Adrian Dance and co-authors

Adrian Dance and his co-authors have been awarded the CEEC High Commendation Medal for their presentation, "Throughput Improvements at the Capstone Pinto Valley Operation," delivered at the Comminution 2021 conference. Their work outlines how operational changes in blasting, crushing, and grinding have led to steady improvements in mill throughput at the Pinto Valley Mine, culminating in record production for the 47-year-old operation. By identifying and optimizing key operating parameters, the team has demonstrated how diligent and well-planned efforts can improve plant capacity and reduce operating costs.

The CEEC Medal raises awareness of comminution research and recognizes outstanding published research and field work that contribute to making mineral processing more eco-efficient around the world. This recognition highlights the importance of advancing comminution efficiency to achieve more sustainable and cost-effective mineral processing practices.

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CIO100 Award_Mike Olsen_SRK Consulting

IT Innovation and Leadership

North America – March 22, 2022

The CIO 100 Award gives recognition for driving digital business growth through innovative data services and cloud-based IT solutions.

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Mike Olsen Receives CIO 100 Awards Celebrating Innovation in Technology and Data Services

Mike Olsen, SRK's Chief Technology Officer, has been recognized with a CIO 100 Award, a prestigious honor celebrating 100 IT leaders who drive innovation, transformation, and business success through technology. Established by Foundry, the CIO (Chief Information Officer) Awards highlight organizations that use IT to deliver business value by enabling growth, improving client relationships, optimizing business processes, and creating competitive advantages. 

Under Mike’s leadership, SRK successfully transitioned from on-premises to cloud-based IT solutions, freeing up resources and broadening the capabilities of the IT team. Leveraging these achievements, Mike pivoted the IT team to develop geoscientific data engineering services for SRK’s clients. This shift has enhanced SRK’s ability to integrate data solutions directly into deliverables, assisting clients with the acquisition, processing, and analysis of geoscientific data. The IT team’s innovative approach is a complement to SRK’s value, enabling impactful solutions and actionable intelligence for clients. This award underscores the ongoing impact of Mike’s leadership and the transformative role of IT in delivering value to SRK’s clients.

Read the press release here for more information (available in English only).

BC Top Employer

North America– February 16, 2021

We have been recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2021, celebrating our innovative workplace policies, profit-sharing plans, and commitment to employee development.

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SRK Consulting Named A BC Top Employer For 2021

We have been named a BC Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year, a prestigious designation that celebrates companies leading their industries by creating exceptional workplaces. The 2021 award highlights our commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment, with policies that include flexible hours, profit-sharing plans, and tuition subsidies for professional development. 

The adjudicators also commended our focus on employee well-being and our outreach to future employees through paid internships and mentoring programs. This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring their success and well-being remain at the heart of our operations.

Read the press release here for more information.

Mining Journal's Top 50 Mining Most Influential 2021 - Jeff Parshley, SRK

Top 50 of Mining’s Most Influential

Global – January 18, 2021

Jeff Parshley has been named one of the mining industry’s most influential people for 2021 by the Mining Journal, recognizing his leadership in ESG frameworks and mine closure practices.

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Jeff Parshley Honored for Leadership in ESG and Mine Closure

Jeff Parshley has been recognized as one of the mining industry’s most influential people for the second consecutive year by the Mining Journal. This recognition highlights Jeff’s leadership in developing environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) frameworks and advancing best practices in mine closure. With over 40 years of experience, Jeff has contributed to regulatory guidelines, corporate standards, and innovative tools like the Standardized Reclamation Cost Estimator (SRCE), which is widely used to calculate mine closure costs. Jeff's work has helped mining companies and stakeholders worldwide adopt sustainable practices and address the evolving challenges of ESG compliance. 

This ongoing recognition underscores Jeff’s influence as a thought leader and his commitment to driving positive change in the mining industry.

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Mining Journal Top 50 Most influential for 2020

Top 50 of Mining’s Most Influential

Global – December 12, 2020

Jeff Parshley has been named one of the mining industry’s most influential people for 2020 by the Mining Journal, recognizing his leadership in environmental and mine closure practices.

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Jeff Parshley Honored as a Leader in Mining and Environmental Practices

Jeff Parshley has been recognized as one of the mining industry’s most influential people for 2020 by the Mining Journal. This recognition highlights Jeff’s nearly 40 years of expertise in environmental and mine closure practices, as well as his leadership in developing frameworks for environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) in the mining sector. Jeff’s contributions include collaborating with the State of Nevada and the US Bureau of Land Management to develop the Standardized Reclamation Cost Estimator (SRCE), a widely used tool for calculating mine closure costs. His work has supported mining companies, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders worldwide in adopting sustainable and responsible practices. 
This honor underscores Jeff’s ongoing impact on the industry and his role as a thought leader in environmental stewardship. 

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Brigadier Stokes Award

Africa – August 13, 2020

Roger Dixon has been recognized with the Brigadier Stokes Award by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM) for his exceptional contributions to the mining industry.

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Roger Dixon Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Mining

Roger Dixon has been honored with the 2020 Brigadier Stokes Award, the highest accolade presented by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (SAIMM). This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have made unique and significant contributions to the mining industry. Roger’s extensive career includes leadership roles at prominent mining firms and his tenure as chairman of our South African company. His expertise and dedication have left a lasting impact on the industry, and he joins an elite group of past recipients, including Dr. Oskar Steffen and Professor Emeritus Dick Stacey. This recognition highlights Roger’s remarkable achievements and his commitment to advancing the mining sector through innovation, leadership, and mentorship.

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Charles Marshall Award

Australia Pacific – April 02, 2020

Mark Noppé has received AusIMM’s Charles Marshall Award for his outstanding contributions to the resources industry and his dedication to upholding professional standards.

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Mark Noppé Honored for Advancing Professional Standards in Resources Consulting

Mark Noppé has been honored with AusIMM’s Charles Marshall Award, which recognizes consultants who have made outstanding and sustained contributions to the resources industry. With over 34 years of experience, Mark has demonstrated remarkable professionalism and leadership, benefiting clients, colleagues, and the industry as a whole. His dedication to upholding professional standards is exemplified by his instrumental role in developing and delivering AusIMM’s Online Professional Certificate in JORC Code Reporting course, which has been attended by over 300 participants globally. Mark’s commitment to advancing the industry and sharing his knowledge generously has made him a trusted voice and mentor in the field. This award highlights his exceptional contributions to the resources sector and his ongoing impact on professional consulting practices.

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BC Top Employer For 2020

North America – February 17, 2020

We have been recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2020, celebrating our innovative workplace policies, profit-sharing plans, and commitment to employee development.

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SRK Consulting Named A BC Top Employer For 2020

For the seventh consecutive year, we have been named a BC Top Employer — a prestigious designation that celebrates companies leading their industries by creating exceptional workplaces. The 2020 award highlights our commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment, with policies that include flexible hours, profit-sharing plans, and tuition subsidies for professional development. The adjudicators also commended our focus on employee well-being and our outreach to future employees through paid internships and mentoring programs. This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring their success and well-being remain at the heart of our operations.

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Consultant of the Year

Vancouver – September 30, 2019

We have been named the 2019 Consultant of the Year by Mining Journal, one of the international mining industry’s most highly regarded publications.

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SRK Wins Mining Journal 2019 Consultant of the Year Award

We are proud to have been named the 2019 Consultant of the Year by Mining Journal, one of the international mining industry’s most highly regarded publications.

This accolade recognizes the consultancy with the highest execution rate for new mining technical, financial, and business improvement studies between July 2018 and July 2019. More than 40 firms were considered for the award, including leading exploration, mining, and engineering consultancies. Mining Journal independently reviewed the public resource, reserve, and other project studies conducted by these firms, taking account of not only the volume and calibre of their work, but also the scale and value of the projects involved.

“For clients facing new mining challenges or seeking more efficient and cost-effective solutions to old ones, we have always aspired to be the consultancy of choice,” said SRK Group Chairman and Corporate Consultant Jeff Parshley. “Drawing on the extraordinary breadth and depth of technical experience in our global pool of 1,400 employees, we strive to add significant value to our clients’ projects by fulfilling their unique requirements. Our award honours the innovation, technical excellence, and hard work that have made many of our people world-class experts in their fields.”

The 2019 Mining Journal awards recognize not only outstanding companies, discoveries, technical studies, and transactions, but also corporate stewardship in areas that included sustainability, gender diversity, and innovation.

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Explorer Challenge Fusion Prize

Perth – June 27, 2019

A team of structural geologists from four of our offices won OZ Minerals’ Explorer Challenge Fusion Prize for their unique exploration solution combining machine learning with data- and expert-driven exploration targeting.

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SRK awarded OZ Minerals’ Explorer Challenge Fusion Prize

A team of eight structural geologists and data scientists from four of our offices were awarded the $25,000 Fusion Prize in OZ Minerals’ 2019 Explorer Challenge. Their unique solution combines machine learning with data- and expert-driven exploration targeting techniques.

Machine learning prediction map covering 100,000 km2 of the Gawler Craton

Explorer Challenge

The three-month global challenge set participants on a journey of discovery to predict mineralization locations in OZ Minerals’ Mount Woods project area. Over a thousand participants from sixty-two countries scrutinized more than six terabytes of public and private exploration data covering Oz Minerals’ Mount Woods tenement package in northern South Australia.

In addition to receiving A$1 million in prizes, the winning models will be tested in real life, with the top targets scheduled for drilling by the end of 2019 in the hopes of discovering the next big mineral deposit in Australia.

Fusion Prize

The Fusion Prize acknowledges the best original way of using multiple data sources that are typically difficult to compare directly.

Our team’s approach included re-interpreting and adding value to the available data sets, then using a multi-pronged and integrated targeting method. We applied data-driven machine learning (based on a balanced random forest algorithm) and weights of evidence to guide our creation of a set of knowledge-driven fuzzy inference solutions using a mineralizing systems approach. Based on these, we identified three highly-ranked iron oxide copper gold (IOCG) targets and seven secondary targets to be tested by Oz Minerals.

“Winning the Fusion Prize is validation of a great collaborative effort by our global SRK team,” said Senior Structural Geologist Mark Rieuwers. “We based our work on solid geoscience and our extensive knowledge of mineralizing systems in the study region and combined it with cutting-edge cloud-computing machine learning as well as more traditional data science techniques.”

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Recognition for Commitment to Safety 

Santiago – April 04, 2018

In 2018, SRK Chile was recognized for completing nearly 3 million man-hours of work without a single accident, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to safety and employee well-being.

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SRK Chile Awarded for Commitement to Safety

Our Chilean team received a prestigious safety award from Mutual de Seguridad CChC, Chile’s largest worker’s compensation company, in recognition of completing 2,924,492 man-hours of work without a single accident. This remarkable achievement reflects the dedication of our team to maintaining the highest safety standards and prioritizing employee well-being. 
The award is a testament to the ongoing efforts of General Manager Esteban Hormazabal and Safety and Health Officers Andrea Olivares and Cristian Olivares, whose leadership and commitment to safety management have been instrumental in achieving this milestone. This recognition underscores the importance we place on protecting our employees and fostering a culture of safety across all operations.

BC Top Employer

North America – February 18, 2018

We were recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2018, celebrating our innovative workplace policies, flexible hours, and dedication to employee well-being.

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SRK Consulting Named a BC Top Employer for 2018

For the fifth consecutive year, we were named a BC Top Employer, a prestigious designation that celebrates companies leading their industries by creating exceptional workplaces. The 2018 award recognizes our commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment, with policies that include flexible hours, competitive vacation allowances, and access to shared-use fitness facilities. The adjudicators also highlighted our focus on professional development through in-house training, tuition subsidies, and global secondment opportunities. 

This recognition reflects our dedication to creating a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally, ensuring their success and well-being remain at the heart of our operations.

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SRK Practice Leader Terry Braun accepting the Industry Partnership Award.

American Mining Hall of Fame Induction

Tucson – December 2, 2017

We have been inducted into the American Mining Hall of Fame as the 2017 Industry Partner. This award recognizes outstanding achievements in, and contributions towards, the fields of mineral and fuel resources.

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SRK Inducted into American Mining Hall of Fame

We have been inducted into the American Mining Hall of Fame as the 2017 Industry Partner. This award recognizes outstanding achievements in, and contributions towards, the fields of mineral and fuel resources. Terry Braun (practice leader of our SRK Denver office), accepted the award at the 35th annual awards ceremony and banquet hosted by the Mining Foundation of the Southwest (MFSW) on December 2, 2017. The event was attended by 450 people, including executives from many of the world’s top mining companies. In his acceptance speech, Terry stated that we are passionate about the mining industry and support MFSW’s efforts to educate the public about mineral extraction and processing.

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APCOM Award

North America – August 25, 2015

David Machuca-Mory received an award at the APCOM conference for his innovative contributions to geostatistics and resource modeling in the mining industry.

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David Machuca-Mory Honoured with APCOM Award

David Machuca-Mory was recognized at the biennial Applications of Computers and Operations Research in the Mineral Industry (APCOM) conference for his innovative contributions to mining technology. As a senior consultant specializing in geostatistics and resource modeling, David has helped clients worldwide by constructing and auditing mineral resource models that improve the accuracy and reliability of resource evaluations. 

David's expertise in developing advanced geostatistical methodologies has enabled clients to reduce exploration risks, optimize resource extraction, and make informed decisions. His dedication to research and innovation, including over 15 peer-reviewed publications, has strengthened our ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions to complex mining challenges. This award highlights his commitment to advancing the field and delivering value to clients through technical excellence.

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BC Top Employer

North America – February 12, 2015

We were recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2015, celebrating our progressive workplace culture, employee benefits, and dedication to professional growth.

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BC Top Employer Award Highlights Workplace Excellence

For the second consecutive year, we were named a BC Top Employer, a prestigious designation that recognizes companies leading their industries by creating exceptional workplaces. The 2015 award celebrates our innovative workplace culture, which includes flexible hours, competitive salaries, profit-sharing plans, and tuition subsidies for professional development. The adjudicators also commended our outreach to future employees through paid internships and a graduate scholarship program. 

This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment that empowers employees to achieve their professional goals while contributing to the company’s success. As competition for top talent in British Columbia intensifies, this award positions us as an employer of choice in the natural resource sector.

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Environmental Conservation

North America – May 05, 2014

Jeff Parshley Wins AIME Environmental Conservation Distinguished Service Award for his innovative contributions to mine closure and reclamation cost estimation.

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Jeff Parshley Wins AIME Environmental Conservation Distinguished Service Award

The American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers (AIME) presented the 2014 Environmental Conservation Distinguished Service Award to Jeff Parshley for his exceptional contributions to environmental conservation. With over 30 years of global experience, he has been instrumental in advancing mine closure and reclamation practices. 

Notably, Jeff was the primary author of the Standardized Reclamation Cost Estimator (SRCE), a public domain tool that has simplified regulatory and financial reviews while improving the accuracy of closure cost estimates. His work has helped the mining industry adopt more sustainable practices by addressing the complexities of closure planning and liability assessments. This recognition highlights his dedication to environmental stewardship and his lasting impact on the industry.

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BC Top Employer

North America– February 12, 2014

We were recognized as a BC Top Employer for 2014, celebrating our innovative workplace policies, employee benefits, and commitment to professional development.

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SRK Consulting Named a BC Top Employer for 2014

Our organization was named a BC Top Employer for 2014, a prestigious designation that celebrates companies leading their industries by providing exceptional workplaces.

The award recognizes our innovative workplace policies, including flexible hours, competitive salaries, and profit-sharing plans, as well as our commitment to professional development through in-house technical workshops, tuition subsidies, and global secondment opportunities. The adjudicators also highlighted our outreach to the next generation of employees through paid internships and a formal mentoring program. 

This award underscores our dedication to fostering a progressive and supportive work environment that empowers employees to excel in their careers while contributing to the success of the company.

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Queen’s Award for Enterprise

Cardiff – July 14, 2013

Again, we have received the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade. This coveted award recognizes SRK UK’s growth since its formation three decades ago and reflects our employees’ commitment.

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SRK UK Receives Third Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Excellence in International Trade

In 2013, we were awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade. The accolade was presented by Her Majesty the Queen’s representative in South Glamorgan, Lord Lieutenant Dr. Peter Beck. The presentation ceremony took place in glorious sunshine at Fonmon Castle in the Vale of Glamorgan west of Cardiff on Sunday 14th July, 2013.

“We would like to thank our clients and suppliers for all their support in helping us achieve our third Queen’s Award,” said Iestyn Humphreys of SRK UK. “The company previously received the Queen’s Award for Export in 1998 and the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade in 2006. These coveted awards are a result of our growth since the formation of SRK UK over 25 years ago, which reflects the commitment of all our employees and the support provided by their families throughout this time.”

The award recognizes continuous achievement in international trade, resulting in substantial overseas earnings with growth and commercial success and sustained over not less than six years.

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Presidents Memorial Medal

North America– July 03, 2013

CIM awards James Siddorn the Past Presidents Memorial Medal for his leadership in structural geology and dedication to mentoring the next generation of geologists.

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James Siddorn Recognized for Leadership and Excellence in Structural Geology with Prestigious Medal

The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum awarded the Past Presidents Memorial Medal to James Siddorn in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field. With nearly two decades of experience, he has helped clients reduce exploration costs and risks by applying innovative structural geology techniques to delineate mineral resources and identify new zones. Beyond his technical expertise, he has inspired over 1,000 geologists and engineers through Applied Structural Geology courses and has actively promoted the profession through mentorship and outreach initiatives. James' dedication to advancing structural geology and empowering the next generation of geologists makes him a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor. 

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Lifetime of Outstanding Achievement

Global– December 16, 2010

We are proud to celebrate the recognition of one of our distinguished founding engineers, who received the Mining Journal’s, "Outstanding Achievement Award" for a lifetime of significant contributions to the mining industry.

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Dr. Oskar Steffen Accepts Outstanding Achievement Award

The Mining Journal’s Outstanding Achievement Award for 2010 was presented to our esteemed founding engineer; the ‘S’ in SRK Consulting; Dr. Oskar Steffen. Celebrated for a lifetime of outstanding contributions to the mining industry. His career, spanning decades, includes pioneering work in open-pit slope design, consulting, and the establishment of a globally recognized mining consultancy. He began his career first as a section engineer responsible for open-pit slope design and later advanced to roles such as mine captain and open-pit mine manager. 

Dr. Steffan's expertise and leadership led to the founding of a consultancy that has grown into one of the largest mining-focused firms in the world. This award highlights his dedication to advancing engineering practices, mentoring future professionals, and making a lasting impact on the industry.

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Applied Rock Mechanics Research Award

Global – September 02, 2009

The American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA) granted the 2009 rock mechanics award in the category of “Applied Rock Mechanics Research”

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SRK Paper Wins ARMA Rock Mechanics Award

The American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA) granted the 2009 Rock Mechanics Award in the category of “Applied Rock Mechanics Research” to a paper titled “A Risk Evaluation Approach for Pit Slope Design.” Authored by Oskar Steffen, Luis-Fernando Contreras, Peter Terbrugge, and Julian Venter, the paper presented an innovative methodology for assessing risks in pit slope design, advancing the field of geotechnical engineering. This recognition underscores the importance of our consultants’ applied research in addressing complex challenges in rock mechanics.

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