MARK ANDREWS
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Confident leader and team supervisor with background in materials movement. Reliable in enforcing strong safety measures and expertly allocating assignments to meet demand. Detail-oriented in inspecting for defects, operational problems and quality issues.
Experienced safety professional prepared for role. Proven track record in hazard identification, risk mitigation, and emergency response. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable with expertise in fire prevention, safety protocols, and situational awareness. Valued for clear communication, quick decision-making, and commitment to safety standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firewatch
JVI Safety
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed access control at entry points, verifying identification and granting appropriate clearance levels as needed.
- Interacted effectively with members of work crew using cell phones, two-way radios and other communication devices.
- Sounded alarm to alert work personnel of fire and relayed coordinates of estimated location.
- Collaborated with other security personnel to maintain a secure environment for employees and visitors.
- Assisted in evacuations during emergencies, guiding occupants to designated safe areas while maintaining order and calm.
- Did an Hourly walk around of designated areas specified by the employer per 12 hour shifty.
Safety Advisor
JVI Safety
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Denise Vanruskenveld Senior Consultant 780-222-5940 Denise@JVISafety.com
- Directed and supervised daily operations of the hatch foreman team
- Identified, evaluated, and resolved operational problems in a timely manner
- Ensured compliance with safety policies and procedures for all personnel on board
- Ensured all personnel followed company guidelines for safe operation of machinery and equipment
- Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability
- Denise Vanruskenveld Senior Consultant 780-222-5940 Denise@JVISafety.com
Construction Labourer
K Roofing & K Excavation & Storm Services
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Company Overview: Ken Manke owner 604-832-2048
- Worked on various Roofing and Construction Jobs
- Ken Manke owner 604-832-2048
Steamfitter
Quinn Contracting Ltd.
05.2012 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: Lance Bygrave (403)-885-8921 cell (587)-335-0138 recruiting@jardeg.com
- Was doing maintenance on Devon Jackfish 1,2 and 3 Devon Jackfish plants
- Lance Bygrave (403)-885-8921 cell (587)-335-0138 recruiting@jardeg.com
Apprentice Steamfitter
Flint Energy
10.2011 - 04.2012
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or challenges within each project site environment without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Advanced skillset through participation in ongoing training programs and workshops, staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
- Increased client satisfaction by promptly addressing any concerns or issues during the installation process.
- Supported team productivity by maintaining clean and organized work areas, ensuring easy access to tools and materials.
- Assisted in preparing job sites by unloading trucks, setting up equipment, and organizing necessary tools and materials.
- Prepared materials for installation by cutting openings in walls, ceilings, and floors as needed for proper pipe placement.
- Contributed to safe working environments by adhering to all safety protocols and using proper protective equipment.
- Joined piping and threaded, caulked, fused and cemented joints.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication lines with colleagues and displaying strong teamwork skills.
- Reviewed building plans and drawings to determine work and sequence of installation.
- Optimized system functionality by installing valves, hangers, supports, flanges, gaskets, bolts, clamps, fittings, insulation material according to job requirements.
- Facilitated timely completion of projects by actively participating in pre-planning meetings with supervisors to discuss job scope details.
- Improved system performance by troubleshooting issues with piping systems and making necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Supported team members in carrying out hydrostatic testing procedures on installed piping systems as part of quality control measures.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by seeking feedback from journeyman steamfitter and implementing suggestions for enhanced performance.
- Conducted pressure tests on completed piping systems to ensure their integrity before commissioning them into service.
- Enhanced project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and threading pipes according to specifications.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople, coordinating efforts for successful project completion.
- Performed mechanical duties such as calibrating, tuning, addressing problems and preventive maintenance inspections.
- Acquired hands-on experience with various welding techniques such as TIG, MIG, and stick welding to ensure strong pipe connections.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used, time spent on tasks, and progress made to keep supervisors informed.
Education
NCSO/ NHSA - Occupational Health & Safety
Alberta Construction Safety Association
Edmonton, AB01.2025
Steamfitter
P.I.A.B
New Westminster, BC05-2010
CdI college - Business Administration
CDI
01.2003
Skills
- Principles of Health and Safety
- Common Safety Orientation (VILT)
- Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE) (VILT)
- Basic Ladder Safety (CSTS 2020)
- Safety Legislation Awareness
- Contractor Management (CM)
- Construction Safety Training System (CSTS 2020) - Fundamentals
- Intermediate First Aid (LEG) (VILT) (Occupational Standard)
- WHIMIS 2015 Worker Education Management (PHSM) (VILT) (Generic) (CSTS 2020)
- H2S Alive
- Communication for Safety & Ethics For the Safety Leader
- Working Around Power Mobile Equipment (PME)
- Roofing
- Maintenance
- Employee Orientation
- Management
- Project Management
- Conflict Management
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System 2015 Train-the-Trainer (WHMIS) (VILT)
- Auditor Training Program (ATP) (VILT)
- Construction Safety Administration (CSA) (VILT)
- Respectful Workplaces (RW) (VILT)
- Confined Space Entry And Monitor
- Physical fitness
- Map reading
- Fire risk assessment
- Public safety awareness
- Fire prevention strategies
- Fire suppression techniques
- Emergency response planning
- Documentation and reporting
Certification
Class 5 driver's license, 01/01/24, 02/01/29
Additionalinformation - References
- Ken Manke, 250-832-2048
- Justin Widlake, 780-819-5327
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Firewatch
JVI Safety
08.2024 - 12.2024
Safety Advisor
JVI Safety
07.2023 - 10.2023
Construction Labourer
K Roofing & K Excavation & Storm Services
05.2017 - 08.2019
Steamfitter
Quinn Contracting Ltd.
05.2012 - 06.2016
Apprentice Steamfitter
Flint Energy
10.2011 - 04.2012
CdI college - Business Administration
CDI
NCSO/ NHSA - Occupational Health & Safety
Alberta Construction Safety Association
Steamfitter
P.I.A.B
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