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David Whitehead

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Work Package Leader - GSEU Project at GEUS
📍 Copenhagen Metropolitan Area, Denmark

David Whitehead is a geologist and system developer specializing in mineral exploration and large-scale data infrastructure. Educated at Luleå University of Technology, he leads European projects at GEUS, managing geological data from across the continent. He is proficient in 3D visualization software and Agile project management.

Outside of his geological work, David holds the prestigious Duke of Edinburghs Award at the Gold Level. This achievement highlights a strong background in personal development, perseverance, and a likely passion for outdoor expeditions and community engagement, indicating a well-rounded and determined character.

Unique fact: David authored a thesis on using moraine, or glacial debris, as a source for locating gold deposits in stream sediments in Norway.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Work Package Leader - GSEU Project
Job Level
Middle
Location
Copenhagen Metropolitan Area, Denmark
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Geological Data Infrastructure
He leads work packages for major European projects (GSEU, Mintell4EU) focused on harmonizing and integrating cross-border geological data into the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI).
Mineral Exploration
His career spans from grass-roots exploration to resource development in Scandinavia, Greenland, and West Africa, with a focus on various ore types.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Work Package Leader - GSEU Project
GEUS
4-2019
System Developer
GEUS
5-2021 - 2-2023
Work Package Leader - EIT Raw Materials MinExTarget Project
GEUS
1-2013 - 4-2019
Geologist
Gratangen Geology Services
11-2015 - 10-2016
Project Manager
Mining and Industrial Technology As
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Education
2008 - 2010
MSc
Luleå University of Technology
1997 - 2000
BSc
University of Birmingham
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