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Irfan Khan, P.Eng.

Oshawa,ON

Summary

I am a results-driven environmental engineer with an extensive background in environmental health and safety, and environmental compliance. I have experienced success with developing and managing environmental programs, conducting environmental assessments and educating the public on environmental issues. I possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and work well in team-based environments and settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Scientist

Soil Engineers Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
  • - Provided assistance with reporting and completion of Phase 1 and 2 environmental site assessments (ESA) as per Ontario Regulation (O.Reg) 153/04
  • - Conducted field sampling and data compilation tasks in support of Phase 1 and 2 ESAs
  • - Conducted chemical analyses of soil samples and groundwater samples; compared results to applicable standards from O.Reg
  • 153/04 and 406/19
  • - Monitored compliance with applicable provincial regulations and legislation
  • - Developed, recommended, executed and maintained suggestions to bring out-of-compliance situations to compliance
  • - Completed proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates
  • - Engaged in professional communication with clientele to address environmental concerns and actions towards rectification and remediation; liaised with external bodies such as the MECP and members of public on environmental concerns and approaches to solutions
  • - Compiled historical records and other available information to address potentially contaminating activities for specific sites

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Golder Associates Ltd.
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • - Provided industrial hygiene services including qualitative and quantitative worker exposure assessments to various substances and agents;
  • - Completed indoor air quality assessments to assess long-term suitability of indoor spaces for occupancy;
  • - Field sampled and compiled data in support of Phase 1 and 2 environmental site assessments;
  • - Conducted building assessments for presence of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead and mould;
  • - Engaged in meetings with project managers and clients to review project requirements;
  • - Developed proposals including scopes of work, cost estimates, and post-project recommendations including risk assessments;
  • - Utilized field equipment including air sampling pumps, calibrators, rotameters, etc.; compiled quantitative air sampling summaries giving project clearance after obtaining results;
  • - Prepared, organized and delivered remediation services and environmental investigations for removal of hazardous materials in various settings (commercial, industrial, etc.);
  • - Provided on-site inspection services for abatement of hazardous materials; supervision of subcontractors, coordination and communication with client about abatement specifications, active abatement monitoring, air sampling and reporting;
  • - Compiled extensive reporting experience involving O.Reg
  • 153/04, 278/05, 490/09 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act in consultation with senior reviewers; and
  • - Actively engaged and participated in EHS-driven programs to maintain industry standard best practices

Engineer-in-Training

Stirling Engineering Inc.
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • - Produced and reviewed risk and safety management plans for bulk propane filling plants as per O.Reg
  • 211/01; assessing facility hazards, overall risk, quantitative risk assessments, and providing appropriate recommendations;
  • - Completed hazardous waste material protocols, soil inspections and samplings, and spill prevention and protection programs;
  • - Prepared site-specific pre-start health and safety reviews for new and modified machinery/equipment as per O.Reg
  • 851;

Wastewater Engineer-in-Training

The City of Edmonton - Drainage Services
05.2016 - 12.2016
  • - Supported the development and maintenance of service levels of drainage infrastructure
  • - Developed remediation programs to mitigate flooding and implemented corresponding sewage infrastructure and support
  • - Conducted research and site reconnaissance surveys, and undertook hydraulic/hydrologic assessments to support the delivery of projects associated with drainage infrastructure
  • - Completed environmental audits of reported sewer odour complaints and flooding dilemma locations
  • - Evaluated existing sewer system conditions and made appropriate recommendations for adjustment and modification
  • Completed IQ/OQ protocols

Education

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours) -

Toronto Metropolitan University
06.2018

Skills

  • Licensed Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
  • Applications Software: Microsoft Office, Aspen HYSYS, SAP, MicroStation, Mike URBAN
  • Technical Drawings: PFD, GIS/Topographic Mapping
  • Standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, cGMP, 5S, Lean Manufacturing
  • Health and Safety: WHMIS, MSDS, TDG, Ontario Regulations 153/04, 406/19, 278/05, 490/09, 211/01, 851
  • Environmental impact analysis
  • Data gathering
  • Data analysis
  • Environmental monitoring

Timeline

Environmental Scientist

Soil Engineers Ltd.
11.2022 - Current

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Golder Associates Ltd.
03.2021 - 09.2022

Engineer-in-Training

Stirling Engineering Inc.
01.2019 - 02.2020

Wastewater Engineer-in-Training

The City of Edmonton - Drainage Services
05.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering (Honours) -

Toronto Metropolitan University

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