Deidre Burgher
Kelowna,BC
Summary
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
- Certified Associate in Project Management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Strong aptitude for organizing data
- Solid teamwork and interpersonal skills
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wastewater Co-op Student
City of Kelowna
Kelowna
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted certified operators in their daily duties to maintain and operate a Level 4 BNR wastewater treatment facility and lift stations
- Performed laboratory analysis to evaluate the treatment process, including TSS, pH, ammonia, phosphorus, COD, BOD and VFA
- Performed daily, weekly and monthly checks, including checks in SCADA, equipment (blowers, pumps, valves)
- Executed housekeeping and yard clean-up duties to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
Co-op Laboratory Technician
Caro Analytical Laboratory Services
Kelowna
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted chemical and microbiological analyses on water and soil samples, gaining valuable hands-on experience in laboratory techniques.
Applications Processing Officer/Chemical Engineer
National Environment and Planning Agency
Kingston, Jamaica
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Conducted technical reviews of development applications for approvals of environmental licenses and environmental permits for wastewater treatment facilities
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team of environmental scientists and urban planners to process development applications
- Provided guidance and technical advice to clients to ensure compliant operations of wastewater treatment plants
- Ensured project application files are updated on AMANDA
- Prepared and presented PowerPoint presentations of technical reports, and made recommendations to relevant authorities for final decision.
Quality Control Supervisor/Chemist
Chemical & Construction International (1958) Limited
Kingston, Jamaica
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Ensured that all products are manufactured according to the company's specifications and quality standards
- Trained Production staff in safe chemical handling, product knowledge, and good housekeeping practices
- Initiated and managed a project to execute a major clean-up and reorganization of the production floor.
Environmental Chemist
Ministry of Health, Environmental Health Laboratory
Kingston, Jamaica
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Recruited under a national project to analyze asbestos and mercury samples and prepare an inventory of mercury and asbestos from reports of samples tested
- Established asbestos laboratory and field analysis plans
- Conducted indoor air quality investigations for various governmental authorities and private clients.
Contractor
The Jamaica Biscuit Company
Kingston, Jamaica
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Documented Food Safety and Quality Management Plan for HACCP certification.
Quality Assurance Officer
Lasco Manufacturing Limited
St. Catherine, Jamaica
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Conducted chemical and physical analyses on products
- Monitored product safety and quality, production processes, and personnel manufacturing practices
- Supervised janitorial staff.
Project Engineer - Temporary
Dairy Industries (Jamaica) Limited
Kingston, Jamaica
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Coordinated the daily operation of the wastewater treatment plant and initiated control changes to maximize treatment activities
- Supervised Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
- Commended by Acting General Manager for contributions to several projects including phosphate reduction, odor elimination and disposal of hazardous waste.
Education
Diploma - Water Engineering Technology
Okanagan College
01.2023
Certificate - Principles and Practices of Project Management
The University of West Indies
01.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
The University of Technology
01.2010
Certification
2023, Certified Associate in Project Management, Project Management Institute
Timeline
Wastewater Co-op Student
City of Kelowna
05.2023 - 09.2023
Co-op Laboratory Technician
Caro Analytical Laboratory Services
05.2022 - 12.2022
Applications Processing Officer/Chemical Engineer
National Environment and Planning Agency
02.2019 - 09.2021
Quality Control Supervisor/Chemist
Chemical & Construction International (1958) Limited
04.2018 - 02.2019
Environmental Chemist
Ministry of Health, Environmental Health Laboratory
11.2016 - 11.2017
Contractor
The Jamaica Biscuit Company
06.2016 - 10.2016
Quality Assurance Officer
Lasco Manufacturing Limited
11.2014 - 09.2015
Project Engineer - Temporary
Dairy Industries (Jamaica) Limited
05.2013 - 12.2013
Diploma - Water Engineering Technology
Okanagan College
Certificate - Principles and Practices of Project Management
The University of West Indies
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical Engineering
The University of Technology
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