Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 30 plus years of expertise in Leadership roles for Mining and Oil and Gas sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in SAP, CMMS, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
25
25
Certification
Work History
Construction/Supervisor, Contract Management
Glencore
09.2022 - Current
Frontline supervisor facilitating the highest standards of Glencore's Construction/Contractor Management Program which involved collaboration with a variety of departments and mine sites across the Elk Valley.
Adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Supervise multiple contractors to ensure work is conducted safely and in accordance with the project scope, schedule and budget
Conduct job site orientations, pre-job meetings, review and approve contractor equipment inspections and pre-mobilization documentation
Develop, share and enforce emergency response plans and procedures
Manage access and communication related to blasting and Geotechnical Restricted Access Zones
Support the development, review and implementation of applicable permits, management plans, and associated regulatory requirements
Review and approve safe work permits
Prepare daily construction and field reports
Participate in worksite safety audits and incident investigation reports
Managed heavy mobile equipment for civil earthworks, environmental protection, and jobsite reclamation, including erosion and sediment controls.
Executed drilling programs pertaining to geotechnical and groundwater wells.
Damage Prevention Inspector
Transmountain Pipeline
03.2022 - 06.2022
Provided guidance and adhered to Blasting regulations set out by the ERD and protocols as per directive of Trans Mountain Expansion Project (TMEP).
Completed all required training necessary for the project in a timely manner
Business Planning & Contracts SME
Imperial Oil
11.2011 - Current
Collaborated with senior management and business line management as a SME to identify and prioritize new concepts for development and launch.
Conducted data system studies to prepare documentation and specifications for proposals.
Assembled, installed and tested new equipment and assisted users in understanding general functions of newly installed equipment.
Performed ad hoc deep-dive analyses for specific business problems.
Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of equipment, including Critical Mine Process equipment/projects.
Conducted forecasting to determine possible changes and issues for supply chain business.
Entered data into SAP system, implementing tight safeguards to secure financial accountability.
Communicated best practices among on-site and external personnel to align efforts and goals. Created and presented PowerPoint for demonstrations to large focus groups.
Managed and implemented internal operational standards and productivity targets for Fuel Reconciliation.
Organized and managed assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
Directed team members handling daily and complex requirements of the Fuel & Lube department.
Controlled and managed resources and assets for the Blasting /Drilling department in compliance with industry standards and government regulations.
Prepared quotes for new products and services and composed budgets.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Directed and oversaw budget management for 120-140 personnel along with department budget valued over $450 million.
Identified and diminished performance gaps by coaching and supervising 6 subordinates. Trained and mentored in a supporting role to allow my focus to remain on driving business improvements to align with company goals.
Sr Maintenance Planner - Administered Break-in and Preventative maintenance requests and saw orders through to completion.
Turnaround Planner/Field Operations Specialist
Devon Energy
12.2008 - 10.2011
Coordinate labor resources, equipment, parts, and materials to support the maintenance functions in the areas of breakdown, preventative, predictive & condition based maintenance
Monitor an schedule the maintenance of all onsite equipment
Compose schedule routines for condition monitoring: (i.e. infrared, vibration/oil analysis)
Ensure cost control of maintenance activities
Manage work backlog into current and upcoming work schedules
Ensure materials staging completed in readiness for scheduled work
Track work orders to completion, electronically capture the failure, and repair code actions
Utilize CMMS to produce standard reports as required
Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
Completed daily logs for management review.
Advanced Oilfield Solutions & Blast Services Inc.
Owner/Operator
01.2005 - 01.2022
Management consulting, training & product distribution
Areas of work include; completions, well workovers, facilities, pipelines & construction
Supplied products such as safety devices & technical accessories
Training services include; creation & supply of custom procedure materials to successfully guide employees thru federal regulatory compliance standards
Service work includes; designing and implementing central databases/pump maintenance programs resulting in lower operating costs, assessed operational processes and offered productivity based solutions to meet the daily operations demands
Blasting consultation & services as requested
Operations Manager/Special Projects Coordinator
BXL Bulk Explosives Ltd.
05.1988 - 12.2005
Engineering Support Tech/ Training Specialist
Responsible for commissioning all new equipment
Manage maintenance of all field equipment such as; pumps, controls, vehicles, data acquisition systems, mix units and process equipment
Development safety standards that comply with the explosives act for the above equipment
Manage employee work schedules, time card review/approval, provide skilled training to all employees for adherence to ISO 9001 operating requirements
Responsible for capital projects, budgets, customer accounts both service & problem resolution
Provide orientation to subcontractors to ensure all onsite work completed to site regulations