SANDRA LESLIE
Calgary,Canada
Summary
With a strong administrative background spanning Accounting, Business, Human Resources, and Oil & Gas Operations & Regulatory Compliance, I offer advanced problem-solving skills, strategic insight, and creative adaptability. My analytical expertise and forward-thinking mindset enable me to design and implement effective, results-driven solutions. A resourceful and agile team player, I thrive in fast-paced environments that value collaboration, continuous learning, and employee development—helping teams achieve innovation and sustainable growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Administrator
Quest Fabrication
Calgary, Canada
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Bookkeeping – Handled daily banking transactions for bank account and petty cash, AP/AR, collections, cash flow summaries for parent company, CRA & CBSA account & payments and payroll for 30 employees.
- Human Resources – Onboarding, benefits administration, vacation scheduling, WCB incident reports, and claims.
- Building Management – Oversaw insurance, maintenance, repairs, and security for three of Quest's shops. Project manager for the newest Production/welding shop (opened in April 2024).
- Business Administration - Administrator for insurance policies, audit preparation, contractor and employee contracts. Served on the Joint Health and Safety Committee. Facilitated staff all staff events.
Customer Service Associate
J & S Communications
Calgary, Canada
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Customer Service - Enhanced customer communication, reduced repair wait times, and optimized team workflows to improve service and efficiency.
- Technical Support - Provided technical support and repairs for cell phones, desktops, and laptops, ensuring timely issue resolution.
- Marketing - Created and managed print and online advertising campaigns to increase brand visibility and customer engagement.
Business Unit Administrator
LodgeLink Inc
Calgary, Canada
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Vendor Relations - Cultivated strong vendor relationships, driving mutually beneficial partnerships and enhancing LodgeLink's service quality and reach.
- Accounting: reconciled hotel/camp folios for accurate man-days. Contacted hotels regarding discrepancies in billing for our clients.
- IT Support - Loaded over 200 rate cards for LodgeLink 2.0 upgrades.
- Administration - Ensured proper document control, and performed data entry into various systems used by the unit.
Drilling & Completions Consultant
Rock Energy Ltd
Calgary, Canada
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Accounting - Coded invoices, collaborated with accounts payable for vendor payments, and assisted engineers in accruals.
- Data Management - Managed company records and handled government submissions for various operational stages, including drilling, completion, workovers, abandonment, and lease reconciliations.
- Operations - Assisted in accurate cost estimates for drilling and completion projects, ensuring budget alignment.
- Administration - Distributed well data to working interest partners, coordinated payment requests, and maintained clear communication to facilitate working relationships.
Drilling and Completions Technician
Lightstream Resources Ltd
Calgary, Canada
10.2011 - 11.2013
- Operations Management - Created new electronic and hard copy well files, estimates, and troubleshooting for field personnel, while overseeing field cost estimates and construction packages to ensure project alignment.
- Regulatory Compliance - Oversaw regulatory compliance by submitting directional surveys, geological reports, and logs to government agencies, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
- Data and Partner Management - Handled data distribution well, tracked signed AFEs and cash calls, and assisted with partner audits on rig contracts, ensuring accurate communication and data management with all partners.
- Event and Safety Coordination - Organized spring meetings and trade shows to educate our staff on the products and services being used in the field.
- I booked courses and kept track of in-house engineers and field consultants' safety tickets.
- Successfully secured $40,000 in donations for the Ride to Conquer Cancer for Team Lightstream Bike Team, helping to support vital cancer research, and raise awareness.
Drilling and Completion Technical Assistant
Magus Engineering Ltd
Calgary, Canada
01.2006 - 09.2011
- Regulatory Compliance - Processed well applications, drilling, completions, workover and abandonment reports for AB, BC, SK, and MB
- Data Management - Compiled drilling, completion and workover data, conducted AFE comparisons, tracked material transfers, and ordered essential reports.
- HSE / Safety - Edited the Safety Manual, tracked safety certifications, coordinated training, arranged WCB clearance letters, and managed wellhead insurance.
- Administration - Front-end responsibilities and assisted with AP and AR, set up a new filing system for proper document control. Submitted final well data to oil and gas companies.
Education
On-going Education - Petroleum Administration Studies
SAIT Technical Institute
Calgary, AB, CA01.2008
High School -
Lord Beaver Brook High School
Calgary, AB, CA06-2002
Skills
- Business administration
- Customer relationship management
- Document management
- Meeting coordination
- Payroll and accounts management
- Office supply inventory management
- Travel coordination
- Expense processing
- Administrative support
- Office management
- QuickBooks and Xero
Certification
- Principles in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems - In progress - Completion June 2025
- Diploma in Operations Management - In progress - Completion June 2025
- Hazard Management - In Progress - Completion - May 2025
- Joint Health and Safety Committee Member Training, 06/01/24, 06/01/27
- WHMIS Certification, 11/01/23, 11/01/26
Timeline
Office Administrator
Quest Fabrication
07.2023 - 07.2024
Customer Service Associate
J & S Communications
12.2020 - 12.2022
Business Unit Administrator
LodgeLink Inc
12.2018 - 03.2019
Drilling & Completions Consultant
Rock Energy Ltd
01.2014 - 02.2015
Drilling and Completions Technician
Lightstream Resources Ltd
10.2011 - 11.2013
Drilling and Completion Technical Assistant
Magus Engineering Ltd
01.2006 - 09.2011
On-going Education - Petroleum Administration Studies
SAIT Technical Institute
High School -
Lord Beaver Brook High School
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