George Herc
Oshawa
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at The Corporation of the City of Oshawa, excelling in training and staff development. Expert in implementing safety protocols and enhancing processes, resulting in increased team productivity. Committed to fostering a culture of Health and Safety through effective coaching and mentoring, driving professional growth and operational efficiency.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Operations Safety and Training
The Corporation of the City of Oshawa
09.1989 - 12.2022
- Oversaw daily operations in Health and Safety for the Operations deptartment, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
Equipment Safety and Training Co-ordinator
The Corporation of the City of Oshawa
09.2010 - 06.2018
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation in training events, tracking progress towards learning objectives.
- Collaborated with department managers to design customized training plans aligned with organizational goals.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities, securing necessary equipment, and managing participant registration.
- Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring support for employees seeking professional growth and development.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Durham College
Oshawa, ON01-2026
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal oriented
- Staff development
- Processes and procedures
- Process improvement
- Process monitoring and improvement
- Scheduling development
- Policy enforcement
- Safety protocols
- Verbal and written communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy and procedure development
- Employee development
Languages
English
Certification
- Airbrake Instructor/Signing Authority(SA) MTO for the Corporation of the City of Oshawa
- OSL Fleet Signing Authority recertification , 2021
- IVES Training group-Certified trainer-Aerial Lifts, forklifts and pallet trucks, 2018
- Ontario Safety League-Basic Collision Investigation, 2012
- TSAO-Fleet Driver Trainer, 2000
- Canada Safety Council-Profession Driver Improvement Course (PDIC), 2021
- Mental Health First Aid trained,2015
- PSHSA-Respiratory Protection-train the fit tester, 2014
- PSHSA-Health and Safety for Building Inspectors, 2018
- IHSA-CVOR Facility Audit Overview, 2018
- Stacs Inc-Working at Heights, 2018
Timeline
Equipment Safety and Training Co-ordinator
The Corporation of the City of Oshawa
09.2010 - 06.2018
Supervisor, Operations Safety and Training
The Corporation of the City of Oshawa
09.1989 - 12.2022
No Degree - Business Administration
Durham College
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