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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
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Sam Warnock

Barrie

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in emergency response and crisis management at Toronto Fire Services. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster team collaboration. Proficient in analytical decision-making, public speaking, and leveraging emerging technologies for continuous improvement. Excels in fast-paced environments, driving technological advancements and implementing effective solutions.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acting Captain

Toronto Fire Services
07.2007 - Current
  • HAZMAT, CBRNE, CAT, Emergency Management response and deployment
  • Demonstrated exceptional decision-making abilities during high-pressure situations, maintaining a calm demeanor and focusing on safety.
  • Served as a reliable and dependable team member, consistently completing assigned tasks and supporting fellow crew members as needed.
  • Assisted Operations Management in updating operational procedures to align with evolving NFPA standards and guidelines.
  • Improved safety by conducting thorough training sessions and adhering to strict TFS policy.
  • Actively participated in emergency preparedness drills to ensure rapid response capability during actual incidents.
  • Enhanced crew coordination during high-pressure situations by leading debriefs and encouraging open communication.
  • Participated in recurrent training programs to stay abreast of latest technologies and safety protocols.

Project Supervisor - State/Private Liason

Self-employeed
12.2004 - 07.2007
  • Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Coordinated and directed activities for $20M projects.
  • Managed construction for stores and supervised large-scale and high-volume remodeling and reconstruction projects across various sites.
  • Exceeded client expectations in delivering comprehensive solutions that addressed their unique challenges and needs.
  • Monitored timelines and flagged potential issues to be addressed.
  • Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.

Chief Executive Officer

NV Clothing
12.2004 - 07.2007
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement processes.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
  • Drove continuous improvement by fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and open communication across all levels of the organization.
  • Improved operational efficiency by redesigning internal processes and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions.
  • Cultivated a positive company culture, promoting employee engagement and retention through tailored initiatives.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Enhanced sales performance through strategic planning initiatives, targeted training programs, and effective incentive structures for sales teams.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.

Project Supervisor

JML Electric
09.2000 - 12.2004
  • Delivered completed projects on time by prioritizing multiple tasks.
  • Achieved on-time completion of all projects by effectively delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts during unexpected incidents to minimize downtime and ensure project continuity.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with effective communication, promptly addressing concerns, and ensuring project deliverables met expectations.
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to identify potential issues early on, preventing costly delays or rework later in the project timeline.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, timelines, resources needed, and milestones to achieve success.
  • Provided detailed progress reports to senior management on a regular basis for informed decision-making in the organization''s best interest.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to overcome common field challenges, improving overall project performance metrics.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, Advanced Mathematics

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario

Skills

  • Leadership, Teamwork and collaboration
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Technical aptitude
  • Public speaking
  • Operational awareness
  • Emergency response and Crisis management
  • Organizational skills
  • Emergency management
  • Goal setting
  • Analytical skills and decision making

Accomplishments

  • Supervised a team of over 150 staff members.
  • Documented and resolved product delivery inefficiency which increased revenues by 750%.
  • Improved profit margins by 110% through commodity analyses.

Languages

French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

  • NFPA 1001 - Level 2
  • NFPA 1072 - Technician
  • NFPA 1041
  • NFPA 1021

Timeline

Acting Captain

Toronto Fire Services
07.2007 - Current

Project Supervisor - State/Private Liason

Self-employeed
12.2004 - 07.2007

Chief Executive Officer

NV Clothing
12.2004 - 07.2007

Project Supervisor

JML Electric
09.2000 - 12.2004

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, Advanced Mathematics

Laurentian University
Sam Warnock