Michaela Weeks
Sparwood
Summary
Dynamic protection with extensive experience in dispatch coordination and heavy equipment operations. Proven track record in optimizing production efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in real-time production monitoring and fostering strong team communication, consistently achieving operational targets while maintaining a positive work environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatch (CNRL Horizon)
CNRL
11.2023 - Current
- Skilled in real-time fleet dispatch, production tracking, and operational reporting using systems including Wenco, Fleet control, ITrack, SIC reporting, PI Vision and MinVu reporting
- Coordinated daily dispatch of haul trucks, shovels, and support equipment to align operations with production targets.
- Managed maintenance dispatch seat, ensuring consistent communication with drivers and support teams.
- Confidently manage the maintenance dispatch seat, ensuring consistent communication with drivers, support teams and supervisors.
- Identified delays and implemented rapid response solutions, maintaining consistent production flow.
- Organizing an average of 145 haul truck breaks per shift, ensuring off route travel, haul profiles and general common sense to make them as efficient as possible.
- Tracked Waste and Ore movement and cycle timed to ensure accurate production reporting.
- Reporting any leading indicators that I recognize which are negatively affecting production.
- Achieved AMSA certification in mine safety procedures and equipment operation in active mining environments.
- Fostered a positive work environment while emphasizing efficiency and accountability.
- Maintain calm and professionalism in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
- Bring a positive attitude while maintaining focus on efficiency, accountability, and problem solving.
- Clarified role in transporting injured workers and executing evacuation plans.
- Being the first point of contact for many operators. I always strive to be a leader and mentor.
- Controlling what I can do to positively affect our KPI's, i.e; implementing and successfully executing the 'breaks at fuel island's initiative.
Heavy Equipment Operator (CNRL Horizon)
CNRL
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Safely operated CAT 797, CAT 793, and Komatsu 930E haul trucks, transporting material in a high-production and open-pit mining environment.
- Navigated variable terrain and weather conditions, including snow and ice, while maintaining control and awareness on inclines and ramps.
- Spread sand to maintain traction and safety across haul routes, supporting weather conditions and minimizing incident risks.
- Communicated constantly with shovel operator, dispatch, and other equipment operators to coordinate load cycles and avoid delays.
- Completed detailed pre-operational inspections and logged equipment condition reports to ensure compliance.
Conductor
CP Rail
Lethbridge
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Operated as part of a team responsible for safe movement of freight trains, switching, marshalling cars, and performing air brake tests under strict railway regulations.
- Interpreted and relayed track signals, switch positions, and speed instructions while ensuring consistent compliance with Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) and company safety standards.
- Managed logistical coordination of railcars at yards and customer site, adjusting schedules and switches based on operational needs.
- Worked in physically demanding and high-pressure environments, often in extreme weather and variable shifts, requiring quick problem-solving and resilience.
- Maintained precise documentation, including train lists, clearances, and work orders, with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and time management.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Teck Resources Ltd.
Sparwood
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated a 930E Komatsu haul truck, hauling both coal & spoil rock.
- Managed operations in diverse weather conditions, maintaining safety and productivity on varying mine inclines.
- Communicated and operated with numerous other operators & various equipment on active haul roads.
- Adhered to health and safety procedures consistently
Dispatch/Health and Safety Administrator/Truck Driver
Crude Master Transport
Lloydminster
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Dispatched oilfield fluid hauling units across multiple well sites, managing 24-hour on-call operations.
- Coordinated communication with drivers, field operators, and clients to ensure precise scheduling and regulatory compliance.
- Utilized industry-specific software to log loads, truck availability, and driver hours while ensuring service regulation adherence.
- Monitored daily logbooks and hours of service to ensure driver compliance with regulations.
- Demonstrates quick task prioritization during after-hours emergencies and shifting site requirements.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, drivers, and field supervisors through proactive and responsive communication.
- Conducted safety orientations for new and returning drivers and contractors.
- Managed contractor statements while ensuring up-to-date safety tickets and paperwork for trucks and trailers.
Various Ranches/Auction Mart
03.2008 - 09.2018
- Hauled cattle, grain, and heavy equipment across rural and remote regions, ensuring timely and secure delivery.
- Performed various tasks with livestock including branding, tagging, and administering medications.
- Led multi-day horseback expeditions in the backcountry, ensuring guest safety and high-quality wilderness experiences while managing loaded and packed mules for extended periods of time.
- Operated various ranch equipment including tractors, fertilizer spreaders, swathers, bailers, loaders and forklifts.
- Assisted sorting, penning, and moving cattle during auction operations to ensure smooth and efficient flow of livestock. Worked alongside Brand inspectors to verify accurate tracking and sale records.
- Douglas Lake Ranch, & Warner Brothers Outfitting Co.
Truck Driver
Razorback Transport Ltd.
Battleford
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Hauled sweet and sour crude oil and produced water from well sites and infield batteries to rail terminals and disposal sites, operating in all-weather conditions and adhering to strict safety and environmental standards.
- Operated heavy-duty super B tanker trucks under strict DOT, environmental, and safety regulations.
- Performed heavy lifting duties including hookup, tank valve operations, and equipment set up for oil transfers.
- Managed assigned CNRL wells, coordinating directly with clients to ensure timely hauling of crude oil and produced water, preventing overflow and environmental incidents.
- Maintained accurate load documentation, including BOL's (Bills of lading), run tickets, and delivery records and adhered to provincial and federal transportation regulations.
- Utilized Legal Land Description (LLD) to Navigate remote oil well sites.
Education
NBCHS
North Battleford, SKSkills
- Dispatch operations
- Fleet coordination and logistical management
- Route optimization strategies
- Dispatch software
- Safety compliance standards
- Problem solving techniques
- Time management practices
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Dispatch (CNRL Horizon)
CNRL
11.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator (CNRL Horizon)
CNRL
07.2021 - 11.2022
Conductor
CP Rail
05.2020 - 07.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
Teck Resources Ltd.
01.2019 - 05.2020
Dispatch/Health and Safety Administrator/Truck Driver
Crude Master Transport
01.2015 - 01.2019
Truck Driver
Razorback Transport Ltd.
11.2013 - 01.2015
Various Ranches/Auction Mart
03.2008 - 09.2018
NBCHS