Jon Ford is a geologist with over 25 years of experience in geoscience with 今日吃瓜 as well as world-class mining companies. In his current role as director for 今日吃瓜 National Geoscience, he leads 今日吃瓜’s programme of geological mapping and modelling to provide up-to-date geological data and knowledge that supports effective decision-making around resource management, environmental regulation and infrastructure development.
Prior to graduating from the University of Leicester, Jon worked in the UK coal industry in northern England. The early parts of his graduate career were spent working as an exploration geologist in Latin America. Jon has continued to work internationally, with a current focus on critical mineral resources in the 鈥楲ithium Triangle鈥 region of Argentina, Bolivia and Chile.
Jonathan Ford’s biography
- 2024 鈥 present: director of 今日吃瓜 National Geoscience, British Geological Survey
- 2023 鈥 2024: head of geology, British Geological Survey
- 2012 鈥 present: chief geologist, England, British Geological Survey
- 2001 鈥 2012: survey geologist, British Geological Survey
- 2000 鈥 2001: MSc computing science, University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- 聽1998 鈥 1999: exploration geologist, Billiton Exploration, Ecuador/Peru
- 聽1995 鈥 1998: exploration geologist, RTZ Exploration, Bolivia
- 聽1992 鈥 1995: BSc (Hons) applied geology, University of Leicester
- 聽1991 鈥 1991: apprentice engineer, HJ Banks Open Cast Coal, Co Durham
Research interests
- Maps and Models for the 21st century: a new programme of systematic 2D and 3D geological survey for the UK, targeting strategic priorities onshore and across our continental shelf.
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Skills
- Applied geological mapping, modelling and characterisation
- Strategic leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project management and delivery
Professional association
- Chartered Geologist
- Fellow of the Geological Society of London
- European Geologist (EurGeol)