Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Volunteer Experience
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Colin Anderson

Perth,Canada

Summary

Accomplished Director of Public Works at Front of Yonge Township, adept in business and operations analysis and staff performance management. Spearheaded comprehensive waste management programs and infrastructure projects, enhancing operational efficiency. Proven leadership in coordinating teams and projects, with a commitment to excellence demonstrated across multiple roles, including a pivotal position at the Municipality of North Grenville.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Public Works

Front of Yonge Township
06.2023 - Current
  • Develops long term plans for Township, including purchasing overseeing asset management collection and mapping requirements for the Department
  • Manage all aspects of the Public Works department including roads, bridges, culverts
  • Parks waste management, facilities management and all other like duties
  • Prepares and submits reports to Council and committees in accordance with the manner and form prescribed
  • Ensures and coordinates of departmental functions
  • Prepares and maintains department budget including the department’s long- and short-term goals, objectives and plans
  • Ensures accurate administration and monitoring of related expenditures
  • Prepares tender documents for any capital purchases or projects, as approved under the annual budget
  • Responsible for the development and implementation of waste management programs, ensuring
  • Prepares and maintain a complete inventory and maintenance schedule for Township equipment
  • Adhere to Provincial and Federal legislation and regulations, where applicable
  • Ensures that the Public Works Department employees adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Townships Health and Safety policy
  • Coordinates Public Works department staff training and development
  • Responds to inquiries and complaints
  • Attends Council and Committees meetings as required
  • Coordinates, oversee and mange work of external contractors
  • Coordinate inspections of roadways for proper signage, guardrails, and drainage and find solutions to deficiencies
  • Ensures the Waste Disposal Site contractors/employees are in compliance with the townships requirements as set out by council
  • Ensures the operations of the Waste Disposal site conform with the provisions of the ministry of the Environment Certificate of Approval
  • Oversees and coordinates the maintenance and repairs of all Township owned property and buildings
  • To discharge other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Council

Facilities Lead Hand

Municipality of North Grenville
05.2021 - 06.2023
  • Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day work distribution and master scheduling of full-time and part-time staff
  • Assist with resource management and maintain asset management plan
  • Perform administration duties such as correspondence, ordering equipment and supplies
  • Maintain all buildings, facilities and property under department portfolio, both regularly scheduled as well as spontaneous requirements
  • Ensure compliance with the Municipality’s approved health and safety policies and procedures and other applicable legislation relating to workplace health and safety
  • Interact with various user groups of the facilities to effect smooth operation, scheduling of events or usage
  • Promote positive public relations in the community, address complaints from users, vandalism, etc
  • Undertake inspections of buildings, facilities and equipment, including lighting, fire panels, generators, safety stations, and defibrillators
  • Maintain all required logs in accordance with town policy, as well as federal and provincial legislation
  • Establish and maintain practices designed to train, develop and motivate employees
  • Complete required annual performance appraisals and collaborate with staff to develop and encourage attainable goals for subsequent years
  • Reviewed time-sheets, work plans and time cards for completeness
  • Order and purchase safety apparel, equipment and parts for machinery, cleaning supplies and maintains arena inventory

Lead Hand Parks and Facilities

Corporation of the Town of Perth
01.1994 - 05.2021
  • Effectively supervise and coordinate responsibilities and schedules of seasonal staff
  • Efficiently operated Perth Community Center including complete ice and refrigeration maintenance, repairs, and general facility upkeep
  • In addition, conducted regular dealings with the public
  • Participating in program planning for the Perth Community Center, Conlon Farm, Stewart Park, Last Duel Park, as well as other green spaces and facilities in the community
  • Responsible for ensuring completed maintenance and documentation of all records to meet provincial and federal legislation
  • Continually demonstrates flexibility, professionalism, and effective communication skills while working the municipal leaders, the general public, and fellow co-workers

Fire Fighter/Driver Operator

Town of Perth Fire Services
01.2001 - 01.2021
  • Incident Command
  • NFPA Firefighter Level 1
  • Basic Emergency Management
  • Pumps Operator
  • NFPA Firefighter Level 2
  • Fire Legislation
  • Hazmat and Awareness Operations
  • NFPA Fire Instructor Level 1

Education

Good Roads

Skills

  • Business and operations analysis
  • Waste management
  • Business planning
  • Staff performance management
  • Landscaping management
  • Infrastructure management

Certification

  • Certified in First Aid & CPR
  • A.E.D training
  • Familiar with email, Microsoft Office and database usage
  • WHMIS Certification
  • Propane Safety and Handling (ORFA 2021)
  • Legal Awareness 1 Supervising in a Recreation Environment (ORFA 2016)
  • Legal Awareness 2 Managing in a Recreation Environment (ORFA 2016)
  • Safe Arena Refrigeration Plant Operator (ORFA 2015)
  • Building Maintenance and Operations (ORFA 2014)
  • Essentials of Pool Operations (ORFA 2013)
  • Certified Parks Technician (ORFA 2013)
  • Parks and Landscaping Safety Operations (ORFA 2010)
  • Sports Turf Management (ORFA 2009)
  • Managing People in a Workplace (ORFA 2008)
  • Parks Maintenance & Equipment Operations (ORFA 2007)
  • Certified Ice Technician (ORFA 2006)
  • Ice Maintenance and Equipment Operations (ORFA 2006)
  • Ice Making and Painting Technologies through (ORFA 2005)
  • Basic Refrigeration through (ORFA 2003)
  • Basic Emergency Management (2022)
  • Supervision for Public Works (2023)
  • Managing Winter operations for Public Works (2023)
  • Roadway Management (2024)
  • Municipal Health and Safety Level 1,2
  • Municipal Chainsaw Operator
  • Super Host Customer Service training
  • Fall Arrest and Confined Space
  • Valid class “DZ” driver’s license

Accomplishments

  • Responsible for performing a variety of technical, monitoring, staff supervision, asset management and operational duties.
  • Fulfilled a leadership position, the development and successful execution of the Stewart Park Festival & related projects including working with the team of organizers to ensure thoroughness and efficiency.
  • Familiar with the municipal budget, its significance on Parks and Facilities management, Roads Systems and overall municipal operations accordingly have made project recommendations in order to more proficiently utilize the budget.
  • Experience maintaining and managing roadway systems, culverts, signage and bridges.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all electrical and water services are maintained and operational, providing repairs when needed. Contacting qualified contractors as necessary.
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations and service maintenance, physical plant, energy management, fire and security systems for all town facilities.
  • Responsible for the management of roads, buildings, bridges, vehicles, for the asset plan.

References

Available upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • Perth/Lanark Minor Hockey Association, Minor Hockey Coach, 01/01/06, Present, Speak Out Course/ Initiation Program Course, Coach Stream
  • Perth Fire Dawgs/Canadian Tire Jumpstart, Volunteer, 01/01/14, Present, Ball Hockey, Basketball, and Golf

Timeline

Director of Public Works

Front of Yonge Township
06.2023 - Current

Facilities Lead Hand

Municipality of North Grenville
05.2021 - 06.2023

Fire Fighter/Driver Operator

Town of Perth Fire Services
01.2001 - 01.2021

Lead Hand Parks and Facilities

Corporation of the Town of Perth
01.1994 - 05.2021

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