Malik Tursun-Qira
Resourceful professional with over 9 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, providing strategic support in compliance, change management, and risk assessment. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills foster collaboration across diverse teams while ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols. Committed to sound judgment in high-stress situations and continuous professional development.
Work History
Master Corporal, Infantry Soldier
2 Years 8 Months- Provided strategic support and guidance for military combat training and operations in 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment. Completed international deployment for Operation GLOBE 2024, delivering force protection to safeguard CAF personnel.
- Served as the Direct Fire Support Detachment Commander and Section Commander in charge of 4-8 members for Parachute unit, providing leadership and oversight to team members, including fostering unit cohesion and assisting in training, tactical exercises, and administrative duties.
- Transport NCO - lead and manage unit transportation operations, personnel, fleet readiness and operational support while serving as an advisor to the unit leadership on transportation, infantry operations, training, safety and personal development.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
Corporal, Infantry Soldier
2 Years- Served in various roles within 3rd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment, supporting training and operations while ensuring strict compliance with military standards and regulations.
- Completed deployment in Operation UNIFIER, enhancing military training and capacity building in Ukraine; also participated in Operation SAVANNE, facilitating Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations in Sudan.
- Led training exercises, mentoring junior soldiers on combat strategies and teamwork principles.
Private, Infantry Soldier
4 Years- Completed basic training as a Recruit, developing core competencies in professional conduct, resiliency, physical fitness, and military skills; earned rank of Private as a Non-Commissioned Member in 2018.
- Acquired skills in safe weapon handling, tactical operations, rules of engagement, and combat first aid to ensure operational readiness and adherence to military protocols.
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Languages
Certification
CAF Qualifications (Select)- Basic Parachutist (2019), Combat First Aid Provider (2024), RQ - INFMN ISC – MCpl (2023), Instructional Techniques Basic (2023), Primary Leadership Qual Mod 1/ 2/ 3 (2022- 2023), SMP Trailer Operator (2021), Light Utility Vehicle Wheeled (LUVW) (2021), and Army Driver Wheeled Common (2021), CAF Course Completions (Select)- Arty Mortar Det Mbr Distmd (2025), C22 Modular Full Frame Pistol (MFFP) Operator (2024), NATO ADL 196 Integrating Gender Perspective (2023), Armoured Fighting Vehicles-Air (2023), Stress Management (2023), Media Awareness (2023), Law of Armed Conflict (2023), Principles of the Use of Force (2023), Infantry Section Commander (2023), Indigenous Cultural Awareness (2021), DND/CAF WHMIS Orientation (2020), Basic Assault Pioneer (2020), and Close Quarter Combat – Basic (2019), CAF Training Completions (Select)- General Ethics Training (2024), Bystander Intervention Training (2024), Workplace Relations and Harassment (2024), Conflict Resolution (2024), Portable Fire Extinguisher Training (2022), and Operational Training- Boatsmanship (2021)
Timeline
Master Corporal, Infantry Soldier
Corporal, Infantry Soldier
Private, Infantry Soldier
Gleneagle Secondary School
Awards
Special Service Medal- Expedition, Canadian Armed Forces (2024)
Commanders Commendation - OP Unifier , Canadian Armed Forces (2024)
Top Instructor - OP Unifier , Canadian Armed Forces (2024)