George Wakenga
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Environmental Compliance Manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals while minimizing company liability by keeping all records, processes and training in full compliance with established standards and legal requirements. Bringing over 10 years of related experience in field documentation and safety awareness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Tech (QA)
McElhanney
Edmonton, AB
06.2022 - Current
- Ensured that construction material samples (soil/concrete/asphalt) being used by contractors is verify and is up to design compliance and specification.
- Works successfully in a team environment and ensured tight deadlines are met in a first paced environment
- Developed and maintained courteous and efficient working relationships with colleagues, contractors and the client.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Assisted with development of compliance program and played leadership role in transition of compliance oversight model.
- Worked collaboratively with control executive team on application of laws, regulations and corporate policies and controls to mitigate risk.
- Provided training to employees on environmental regulations, safety procedures, and best practices to increase overall compliance awareness.
- Developed comprehensive environmental management plans to address potential risks and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Promoted a culture of compliance by serving as a mentor and training new employees of the company.
- Managed relationships with clients and contractors, serving as key liaison during site inspections and ensuring contractor adheres to safe work practice.
- Spearheaded safe and efficient handling and disposal of environmental waste which consisted of hazarduous chemicals being used in the lab for extraction and testing procedures.
Quality Control Inspector (QC)
Terracon Geotechnique
Fort Hills, Fort McMurray
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Represented client (Suncor)
- Provided base inspections before the contractor (Thompson & North American) placed and compacted material
- Conducted density test on compacted road surface and approved each lift before placement of new lifts
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality, working closely with manufacturing teams to resolve concerns swiftly.
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide safety goals by diligently enforcing proper handling practices during all stages of the inspection process.
- Resolved customer complaints by investigating problems and developing solutions.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
Material Testing Tech
Wood PLC
Edmonton
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Promote, establish, and maintain effective working relationships
- Lift and /or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, including 5-gallon buckets of soil samples
- Run proctors of different material types (sand, clay, gravel)
- Test concrete for slump, air and cast cylinders
- Also, concrete cylinders for compressive strength.
Material Testing Tech
Amec Foster Wheeler
Edmonton, AB
05.2010 - 04.2017
- Construction monitoring, moisture sampling, soil density test, daily field reports, sieve anaysis, proctors, liasiom with clients,
- Sampling asphalt samples and running maximum theoretical densities (MRD's), and calculating densities of asphalt sample cores
- Testing concrete for slump and air-content, as well as field densities using nuclear gauge
- Calibration of test equipment and conduct material testing both in laboratory and field settings as per A.S.T.M and C.S.A standards
- Perform field and laboratory testing on concrete samples
- Conduct sieve analysis on road top granular materials in laboratory
- Assist with training new staff, prepare test reports, and update and maintain test records electronically.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Civil Engineering Technology -
Nova Scotia Community College
Ivany Campus2011
Civil Engineering -
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS05.2006
Skills
- Computer applications; excell, microsoft word
- AutoCad/Civil 3D
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Strong communication & Documentation skills
- Inspection Procedures
- Customer Focus
- Safety Compliance
- Sampling procedures
Timeline
Quality Assurance Tech (QA)
McElhanney
06.2022 - Current
Quality Control Inspector (QC)
Terracon Geotechnique
06.2020 - 05.2022
Material Testing Tech
Wood PLC
05.2017 - 05.2020
Material Testing Tech
Amec Foster Wheeler
05.2010 - 04.2017
Civil Engineering Technology -
Nova Scotia Community College
Civil Engineering -
Cape Breton University