JACKSON LE
Calgary,AB
Summary
With more than 15 years of expertise in emissions analyses and data management, extensive experience in navigating federal, provincial, and municipal environmental regulations, and a proven track record of success at Bureau Veritas Canada, this professional has become a trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
Throughout a career at Bureau Veritas Canada, various leadership roles were undertaken including Senior Project Manager and Senior Analyst. Responsibilities included the development, coordination, and execution of comprehensive environmental sampling programs that comply with Alberta Environment regulations. Deep knowledge of regulations in the oil and gas, pulp and paper, and mining industries has proven invaluable to the team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst
Bureau Veritas Canada
Calgary, AB
06.2015 - Current
- Process and analyze air emission samples and conduct analytical testing in field and in lab setting
- Train and keep record on new analysts on instrument operation in lab and in field such as GC and M324M
- Sorbent Trap Mercury Analyzer and to perform emission testing by reference method Alberta Stack Sample Code
- Maintain Emission Lab accreditation with QA samples from Proficiency Testing Canada (PTC) with testing methods
- Manage projects such as On-Site Analysis for Gaseous Total Reduced Sulphur Compounds by GC and Method 30B Hg
- RATA
- Proficient in Agilent/HP Chemstation, interpretation of analytical data and generation of lab reports
- Proven skillsets with regards to analyzing samples with HP 5890 GC and integrator.
Laboratory Technician
Nova Chemicals
Red Deer, AB
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Perform procedures, calibrations, and calculations crucial to quality controls, including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), pH testing, Total Suspended Solids, Appearance, Flashpoint Testers, density measurements, titration of inhibitors in LPG systems, sulfur analysis in LPG, vapor, and liquid hydrocarbons, instrument calibration, gas chromatograph maintenance that includes leak checks and septum replacements, replace filters and scrubbers, syringe replacement, build sample inlet piping, zero air generator maintenance, weekly calibration checks, simulated distillations, and volumetric/coulometric titrations (water ppm and water % levels)
- Environmental testing that includes: microtox (toxicity), reagent preparation using analytical balance and solid and liquid reagents, phosphorous digestion, free and total chlorine, and testing, bacteria, aluminum, high silica and low silica, low phosphate and high phosphate, and analysis atomic absorption analyzing metals in range of ppm for
- Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Sodium, and Copper
- Titrations for sulfate, chlorides, Calcium, Total Hardness, Total Solids and Total Dissolved Solids, Alkalinity, pH measurements on waters, CALA accreditation (environmental accredited tests for government compliance testing), turbidity, satellite lab quality assurance for olefin units in MI, E-1, E-2, & E-3 (operation Hach instruments, spectrophotometer and turbidity meters, conductivity meters, and reagent inventories)
- Potable water sampling weekly bacteriological analytic compliance testing for units in Building 9, 10, 17, 21, & 44
- Headspace methods for quench water systems in olefins and low headspace methods for environmental compliance testing for river discharges and storm water systems
- Proficient in Agilent Chemstation, Interpretation of analytical data and generate lab report for clients and process unit
- Proficient in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), generate lab data for clients and process units on server network.
Senior Project Manager
Maxxam Analytics Inc
Calgary, AB
04.2008 - 02.2014
- Successfully manage field projects as well as planning/scheduling, perform testing, and progress reporting within projects and generate technical reports based on analytical work - Performed specialized technical sampling methods according to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as well as Alberta Stacks Code
- Supervise large projects with 6-8 people as well as manage crew(s) day-to-day operational aspects and scope
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB05.2008
Skills
- EPA Guidelines
- Environmental Analysis
- Data Collection
- Preparing Written Reports
- Environmental Sampling
- Air Emissions
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
Hobbies
- Training Muay Thai kickboxing and skeet shooting is an excellent way for me to decompress
- I enjoy day hikes and camping.
- Cooking and experimenting with recipes is something that allows me to relax.
- Volunteering at Canadian Blood Services and The Mustard Seed.
Timeline
Senior Analyst
Bureau Veritas Canada
06.2015 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Nova Chemicals
02.2014 - 05.2015
Senior Project Manager
Maxxam Analytics Inc
04.2008 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mount Royal University