JOSEPH VALARDO
Grand Bay-Westfield,Canada
Summary
Results-oriented leader with diverse experience in fostering organizational efficiency and team performance. Expertise in decision-making, conflict resolution, and contract negotiation. Skilled in building relationships, motivating teams, and adapting to challenges. Committed to enhancing organizational success through effective training and morale-building strategies.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Management Nuclear Training Officer
Horizon Health
Saint John, New Brunswick
04.2025 - Current
- Performed as company-wide subject matter expert for Nuclear training matters and Emergency Management.
- Provided expert guidance to management on effective strategies for Nuclear Emergency Management.
- Coordinated joint training exercises with provincial and federal authorities to strengthen interoperability between branches.
- Participated in public health emergency response training exercises and drills.
- Participated in training exercises designed to improve proficiency in analyzing various types of communication systems and protocols.
- Evaluated individual performance during training exercises to identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored employee progress during training exercises and provided feedback.
- Engineered training programs designed to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to improve team collaboration and achieve performance goals.
- Collaborated with department heads to align training goals with organizational objectives.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Designed and produced instructional materials, such as handouts, manuals, audiovisual aids, computer tutorials.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training and Emergency Management programs.
Assistant Business Manager
International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
Fredericton, NB
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Lead Negotiator for the Nuclear Collective Agreement Negotiations.
- Represented all members of IBEW 37 in New Brunswick in contract negotiations, grievances, adjudication matters, and policy changes.
- Managing, training and mentoring all Nuclear Shop Stewards.
- Served as an executive board member of the IBEW L.37 Training Trust Fund.
- Served as a board member of the IBEW L.37 Political Action Committee.
- Served as an executive board member of the Union / NB Power Health and Safety Committee.
- Streamlined processes and implemented time-saving strategies, enhancing department efficiency.
- Chaired weekly meetings with executive leadership to identify improvement opportunities and establish milestones for product tailoring.
- Provided support to the business manager in strategic planning activities in all areas of the organization across the province.
- Compiled comprehensive reports on various aspects of the business for management review and decision-making purposes.
- Assisted in performance evaluations of employees, providing constructive feedback for professional development.
- Supported business management projects by monitoring and tracking risks, issues and action items.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity, and cultural programs, alongside a reporting tool to improve operational quality.
Senior Nuclear Safeguards Officer / Senior Technical Specialist
NB Power Nuclear
Point Lepreau, NB
09.2006 - 08.2022
- The Safeguards Officer is a nuclear professional, responsible as the program owner for the Nuclear Safeguards Program at Point Lepreau G.S., which is directly tied to the Station Operating License.
- The Safeguards program is a series of controls and fissionable and fertile substances accounting activities that meet international non-proliferation treaty obligations to prevent fissionable and fertile substances from being used and/or diverted for nuclear weapons production.
- Ensured the stations' adherence to the Integrated Safeguards Act for CANDU stations in Canada, the Additional Protocol Agreement, and all international treaties pertaining to nuclear.
- Managed accounting and control of fissionable and fertile substances on site, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- He is the sole point of contact for Safeguards activities between NB Power, the Federal Regulator (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission), and the United Nations Nuclear Inspection division the International Atomic Energy Agency.
- Co-founded the Canadian Nuclear Safeguards Task Force Committee.
- After which the committee shall present the identified issues and concerns to the CNSC and the IAEA, in order to facilitate positive agreements and regulations that impact Safeguards operations in Canadian nuclear facilities.
- Optimized network performance with the deployment of advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Developed custom software solutions tailored to unique Federal and International Nuclear needs and requirements.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring each was completed on time and within budget.
- Evaluated emerging technologies, recommending strategic investments.
- Led technical workshops, sharing expertise with colleagues to improve overall team capabilities.
- Mitigated risk exposure by identifying potential vulnerabilities in existing systems and proposing remediation strategies.
- Strengthened security measures, implementing robust protocols to safeguard sensitive data from potential breaches.
- Oversaw operations at Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station, maintaining safety and operational integrity.
Nuclear Response Force Tactical Team Leader/Sgt.
NB Power Nuclear
Point Lepreau, NB
06.1991 - 09.2006
- Led a unit of highly trained nuclear anti-terrorist specialists.
- Employed specialized weapons and tactics during operations to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Supervised team members to confirm compliance with set procedures and quality requirements.
- Monitored team performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance productivity and uphold quality standards.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback.
- Conducted training and mentored team members.
- Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviors and standards.
- Developed team members' skills through targeted coaching sessions, leading to enhanced individual performance.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering positive reinforcement for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station
Intelligence Specialist
United States Army
08.1985 - 05.1991
- Contributed to mission success by providing accurate and up-to-date targeting data for key assets.
- Streamlined intelligence reporting processes, resulting in more timely and accurate dissemination of information.
- Developed comprehensive threat assessments to assist in strategic decision-making for national security purposes.
- Provided crucial support during high-stakes operations by delivering real-time intelligence updates to operational teams.
- Coordinated information and resource sharing with other intelligence agencies to enhance collaborative efforts.
- Created high-level intelligence briefs for senior personnel, supporting informed decision-making.
- Briefed upper-level personnel on emerging threats.
- Led team efforts by executing leadership responsibilities, ensuring alignment with mission objectives.
- Specialized in multi-channel electronics and microwave satellite systems.
- Used counterintelligence, human intelligence and signal intelligence techniques to thoroughly analyze data.
Education
Nuclear Tactical Training Seargent: Nuclear Response Force Tactical Training -
Atlantic Police Academy
Prince Edward Island06.2003
Advanced Electronics Training - Multi-Channel Electronics / Microwave Satellite Technology
United States Army
Fort Gordon, Ga04.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Not Completed
University of New Brunswick
Saint John, NB01.1984
Skills
- Crisis training
- Safety training
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety performance review
- Training design
- Needs assessment
- Performance assessment
- Project management
- Program management
- Process improvement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Operational management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Training
- Strategic development
- Documentation
Affiliations
• Canadian Tactical Officers Association, Member, 06/2013 - Present
• Institute Of Nuclear Materials Management, Member, 01/2012 - Present
• NUCAN - Nuclear Energy Professionals, Member, 08/2013 - Present
• Saint John Trojans Rugby Football Club Alumni, Member, 05/1982 - Present
• U.S. Army Veteran.
Nuclear Safeguards and Accounting Officers Canada Board member/ Co-Founder
• Institute Of Nuclear Materials Management, Member, 01/2012 - Present
• NUCAN - Nuclear Energy Professionals, Member, 08/2013 - Present
• Saint John Trojans Rugby Football Club Alumni, Member, 05/1982 - Present
• U.S. Army Veteran.
Nuclear Safeguards and Accounting Officers Canada Board member/ Co-Founder
Certification
- TapRoot Advanced Investigation Team Leader Course
- Advanced Radiation Protection Technical Training Certificates
- Performance Indicators and Cause Analysis Certificate
- Train the Trainer Certificate
- Lead Investigator Certificate
- Senior Safeguards Certificate
- Advanced Dispute Resolution, Labour and Employment Arbitration
- Resolving Conflict in the Workplace
- Communicating Persuasively
- Conflict Management
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Effective Communications
- Incident Command Systems for Executives. I-402. Certified
- Incident Command Systems, I-100 Certified
Accomplishments
• Life Saving Award, NB Power
• PGI President's Award for Literacy, PGI for Literacy, 04/2017
• City of Saint John Athletic Achievement Award, City of Saint John / Mayor Lockhart, 06/1982
• U.S. Army Citations / Medals, U.S. Army
• N.B. Rugby Lifetime Achievement Award, Kings County Lions R.F.C.
• President, NB Rugby Union
• Treasurer, NB Rugby Union
• Executive Board Member At Large, NB Rugby Union
• Rugby Awards 1979-2005
• Maritime Football League (Semi Pro), 7 Maritime and Atlantic Championships
• Rugby Canada Board Member, Rugby Canada
• Rugby Canada Referee and Talent Assessor, Rugby Canada
• NB Football Referee
• U.S. Army Rugby Team, Ft. Gordon, Georgia
• U.S. Army Football Team, Ft. Lewis, Wa.
• PGI President's Award for Literacy, PGI for Literacy, 04/2017
• City of Saint John Athletic Achievement Award, City of Saint John / Mayor Lockhart, 06/1982
• U.S. Army Citations / Medals, U.S. Army
• N.B. Rugby Lifetime Achievement Award, Kings County Lions R.F.C.
• President, NB Rugby Union
• Treasurer, NB Rugby Union
• Executive Board Member At Large, NB Rugby Union
• Rugby Awards 1979-2005
• Maritime Football League (Semi Pro), 7 Maritime and Atlantic Championships
• Rugby Canada Board Member, Rugby Canada
• Rugby Canada Referee and Talent Assessor, Rugby Canada
• NB Football Referee
• U.S. Army Rugby Team, Ft. Gordon, Georgia
• U.S. Army Football Team, Ft. Lewis, Wa.
Languages
English, Full Professional
Timeline
Emergency Management Nuclear Training Officer
Horizon Health
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Business Manager
International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
08.2022 - 05.2024
Senior Nuclear Safeguards Officer / Senior Technical Specialist
NB Power Nuclear
09.2006 - 08.2022
Nuclear Response Force Tactical Team Leader/Sgt.
NB Power Nuclear
06.1991 - 09.2006
Intelligence Specialist
United States Army
08.1985 - 05.1991
Nuclear Tactical Training Seargent: Nuclear Response Force Tactical Training -
Atlantic Police Academy
Advanced Electronics Training - Multi-Channel Electronics / Microwave Satellite Technology
United States Army
Bachelor of Arts - Not Completed
University of New Brunswick