Kent Busby
Calgary,AB
Summary
Production /Construction/Reclamation executive with deep expertise in driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. Skilled in strategic planning, resource management, and quality control to enhance efficiency and achieve business goals. Strong focus on team collaboration and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results. Adaptable and dependable, with track record of successfully navigating changing industry demands.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Vp of Production
Tuktu Resources Ltd
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Supported production planning activities to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion.
- Managed all the staffing requirements
- Maintained the HSE program
- Managed all construction and reclamation work
Operations Manager
Pieridae Energy
12.2018 - 04.2021
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that increased productivity across teams.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals effectively.
- Fostered a collaborative environment to drive employee engagement and performance.
- Worked with 3 different unions managing over 290 staff from southern Alberta(waterton) to Northern BC(Fort Nelson)
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
Construction Reclamation Manager
Ikkuma Resources
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Led project teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows, overseeing all construction and reclamation from survey to reclamation certificate .
- Developed training programs to mentor staff and improve team performance.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to drive process improvements across departments.Including the ARO management
- managed the corporate fleet of vehicles
- Company was purchased by Pieridae that i continued working with.
Construction Superintendent/field Foreman
Manitok Energy
10.2011 - 06.2014
- Oversaw daily construction operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and project specifications.
- Coordinated subcontractor activities to optimize workflow and enhance project efficiency.
- Developed and implemented quality control measures to maintain high construction standards.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting best practices on-site.
- Managed staffing for the field
- Oversaw and implemented the corporate HSE program
- Established a field office and staffed the operation with high quality employees
Construction ,reclamation Consultant
Busby Consulting
04.1989 - 06.2012
- Facilitated stakeholder insights to drive project alignment and buy-in.
- Mentored junior consultants, fostering skills development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Maintained a COR program, I was an accredited auditor with ACSA
- Client list included , Enerplus for 9yrs overseeing reclamation and construction in 4 different provinces as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Will Sinclair High School
Rocky Mountain House, AB06-1986
Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Operational efficiency
- Safety standards
- Material procurement
- Scheduling and coordination
- Production optimization
- Cost reduction
- Workforce training
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Reliable and responsible
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Accomplishments
I am a very proud father of 3 grown daughters and 4 grand children. My family has always been my priority.
In my work life Ive managed start up companies and large teams of over 290 staff. People management to me is key without there confidence you fail.
I personally have been on site to complete over 100 reclamations for the Enerplus group.
I have overseen hundreds of new lease builds with various companies , in all 4 western provinces.
I have been utilized for emergency call outs, dealing with many issues from spills and releases, to landowner complaints , county, MD and Provincial regulator concerns.
Languages
English
Interests
- Road Trips
- Sun travel
I have a brother in Belize and a sister in Mexico and love my yearly trips to visit , enjoying the sun and soaking up the culture
Timeline
Vp of Production
Tuktu Resources Ltd
06.2022 - 09.2025
Operations Manager
Pieridae Energy
12.2018 - 04.2021
Construction Reclamation Manager
Ikkuma Resources
08.2014 - 12.2018
Construction Superintendent/field Foreman
Manitok Energy
10.2011 - 06.2014
Construction ,reclamation Consultant
Busby Consulting
04.1989 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Will Sinclair High School