Brad Sheppard

Results-driven professional with extensive expertise in maintenance, facility, and project management. Self-motivated and organized leader adept at orchestrating tasks and details to consistently achieve project objectives. Known for clear communication and a collaborative spirit, dedicated to delivering high-quality support and exceptional problem-solving capabilities across all organizational levels. Proficient in managing maintenance operations, optimizing equipment performance, and implementing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime while fostering effective team leadership.

• Over 10 years of progressive experience as a Maintenance Manager and former Millwright in a large-scale industrial environment.
• Lead a team of 13 direct employees, developing strong expertise in HR management, performance evaluations, collective agreement administration, and financial oversight of large capital expenditures within strict budgets and timelines.
• Oversaw the upkeep of critical plant infrastructure, managed major overhauls, upgrades, and new construction projects, and ensured compliance with federal, provincial, and company OHS regulations.
• Successfully managed high-value projects including:
  Overhaul of ten 9.5-million BTU burners
  Full replacement of the plant’s high-voltage infrastructure
  Complete roof replacements
  Installation of a new passenger elevator
• Delivered significant cost savings while meeting evolving codes and standards.
• Skilled in strategic planning, contractor/vendor management, and stakeholder communication, with proven ability to coordinate third-party services and provide regular project updates.

• LEAN 5S Training
• Industrial Maintenance Technician (G1 Gas Technician for Canada Malting)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Canada (TDG)
• Confined Space Entry Training
• Fall Arrest Training
• Provincial and Inter-Provincial Millwright Trade Certificate - Red Seal