GEORGE WAKENGA

. Conducts material sampling for sieve analysis and proctor

. Conducts density test on compacted road surface and approves each lift before new lift is placed.

. Verify and ensure material being used onsite by the contractor meets set specification and requirements.

. Works successfully within tight deadlines and first paced environment.

. Developed and maintained ncourteous and efficient working relationships.

• Determined ways to strengthen, combine or develop materials to use in products and applications.
• Met and collaborated with clients to ascertain desired results and laboratory testing objectives.
• Conducted research on metals, alloys and ceramics to develop new products or enhance existing ones.
• Wrote and updated reports on compiled material test data gleaned from experiments and shared results with fellow scientists.
• Planned laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility of processes and techniques to produce materials with special characteristics.
• Maintained detailed journals of all methods used in testing and research conducted by laboratory scientists.
• Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
• Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
• Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
• Gained skill at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Developed employee training materials for increased awareness of environmental risks, responsibilities, and best practices.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate environmental compliance into daily operations effectively.
• Established effective emergency response plans for managing spills or releases of hazardous materials, minimizing impacts on human health and the environment.
• Analyzed incident trends and used insight to improve security requirements.
• Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
• Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
• Developed compliance training initiatives and materials, educating staff on regulations.
• Consulted with clients on best practices and served as project manager for all process improvements and regulatory initiatives.
• Devised and maintained compliance recordkeeping processes to support initiatives.
• Liaised with clients to identify and target inefficiencies in areas of risks and business controls, process gaps and workflow discrepancies.

• 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.
• 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.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

• 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.
• Enhanced laboratory safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents and improving overall work environment.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent material quality throughout the entire production process.
• Mentored junior technologists, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
• Maintained a thorough understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations, ensuring full compliance during all testing procedures.
• Performed routine calibrations on laboratory equipment to maintain optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Collaborated with clients to address specific concerns or requirements regarding their materials'' performance characteristics under various conditions.
• Wrote and updated reports on compiled material test data gleaned from experiments and shared results with fellow scientists.

• 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.

• Adhered to company safety and OSHA procedures to minimize accidents.
• Conduct density test inside trenches after pipes had been laid down.
• Frequently run sieves and proctors every time there was material change

• Met and collaborated with clients to ascertain desired results and laboratory testing objectives.
• Conduct density test in accordance to Alberta highway standard and specification
• Run sieves and proctors on gravel used for base and sub-base of road.

• Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Conducted densities, sieves analysis and proctor samples.
• Construction monitoring

• Construction monitoring, moisture sampling, soil density tests, daily field reports and working in the laboratory
• Conducting tests for air, slump and temperature of concrete both in the lab and the field
• Cleaning, maintaining and calibrating testing equipment.

• Keep record and information on all the equipment used in the lab to effectively run tests related to materials
• Calibrate equipment such as air meters, thermometers, scales, etc
• Prepare equipment to be delivered to sites
• Receive supplies to the lab
• Sample construction materials and carry out various tests including, sieve analysis, proctors, marshalls, plasticity, hydrometer etc.