Shawn LeBlanc
Moncton,Canada
Summary
Experienced professional with diverse expertise in training, human resources, health & safety, and maintenance across mining, construction, transportation, and apprenticeship education sectors. Proven track record in spearheading training initiatives, managing apprenticeship programs, and ensuring heavy equipment fleet reliability. Prioritizing health and safety in all endeavors, skilled in problem-solving, team building, and leadership, fluent in English and French. Proficient in software tools for training material development and system implementation. Holds Canadian Red Seal certifications in Automotive, Heavy Equipment, and Truck and Transport Service Technician, with specialized training in emissions control systems. Education includes studies in software programming, small engine repair, and truck and transport service technician.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Tutor, Exam Translator and Trades Instructor
Apprenticeship and Trades Certification New-Brunswick
01.2012 - Current
- Evaluated student understanding through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results
- Tutoring students with learning disabilities
- French & English exam reader and translator
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and techniques
- Performed trades instructor duties
Superintendent – Training, Document Control & Contractor Management
Iamgold Corporation
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Implemented training, document control, and contractor management systems
- Managed a $4,000,000 Capex Budget.
Enforced rigorous safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all project personnel - Negotiated contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and strengthened supplier relationships
- Supported project coordination by overseeing material procurement, inspections, and contractor activities
- Managed a team of 12 personnel responsible for training, development, and document control
- Developed employee orientation programs
- Designed and implemented Caterpillar MineStar and Autonomous Haulage System training initiatives
- Developed comprehensive training programs and associated documentation
Supervised daily training operation - Executed deployment of learning management system to streamline training processes
- Common Core Signing Authority - Surface Miner, Basic Mill, Supervisory
Supervisor - Training, Apprenticeship
Baffinland Iron Mines
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Initiating and executing Inuit Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Program from ground up.
- Managing all aspects of apprenticeship program, from interviews and hiring to scheduling and delivery of essential skills and technical training.
- Providing day-to-day supervision of Training Department team, overseeing training schedules, requests, and documentation.
- Crafting and delivering site orientations and presentations.
- Creating and deploying automated Excel workbooks for efficient tracking of large datasets, including training hours, requests, and employee databases.
- Spearheading design and implementation of new training initiatives.
- Developing specialized programs for equipment operation and safety training.
- Implementation and management of Learning Management System.
Heavy Equipment Service Technician
Baffinland Iron Mines
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Conduct preventative maintenance on both mining and ore haulage fleets.
- Serve as field service technician for mining and ore haulage fleets.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on fire suppression systems.
Field Technician
Inner City Diesel
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Assist in sales
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs on Mining Class and Support Equipment
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs on service truck fleets
- Performed Motor Vehicle Inspections as per Alberta CVIP requirements
- Performed field service work on various mining equipment
Shop & Field Technician / Reliability Technician
Graham Construction
03.2011 - 02.2015
- Maintaining Caterpillar Mining Fleet
- Serving as a Maintenance and Reliability Technician for the Fuel & Lube and Commercial Truck fleet
- Conducting maintenance and repairs on Mining Support Equipment, including generators and Elevated Work Platforms
- Developing sustainable maintenance systems
- Providing mentorship to both Commercial Trucks and Heavy Equipment apprentices.
Truck and Transport Service Technician
Armour Transportation Systems
06.2006 - 03.2011
- Nightshift Supervisor from 2010 to 2011
- Maintaining Commercial Truck Fleet
- Serving on Accident Investigation Team
- Providing mentorship to apprentices
- Specializing in Emissions Controls and Suspension
- Conducting engine rebuilds
- Training on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of emissions controls
- Developing repair and maintenance procedures
Maintenance Lead
Tri-L Enterprises
06.2000 - 09.2006
- Managed emergency repairs efficiently, minimizing disruptions to daily operations
- Plan maintenance schedules for equipment fleet
- Execute preventative maintenance and general repairs on equipment fleet which includes forestry as well as general construction equipment
- Worked part-time during college and summers
Education
Truck And Transport Service Technician -
NBCC
Moncton01.2007
Small Engine Repair -
NBCC
Moncton01.2004
Information Technology: Game Development -
Compu College
Moncton, New-Brunswick01.2003
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Creativity
- Critical Thinking
- Bilingual English/French
- Continuous Improvement
- Contract Management
- Data Analysis
- Presentations
- Maintenance Planning
- Reliability
- Emissions Control Specialist
- Apprentice Development and Training
Personal Skills
Maintenance
- Preventative Maintenance
- Creation of Standard Work Procedures/Instructions
- LMS Implementation
- CMS Implementation
- Development of Training Programs and Documentation
- eLearning Development
- Leadership Development Training
- Presenter Coaching
- Advanced Computer Skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
- Programming
- SAP & Oracle
Training
Information Technology
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Automotive Service Technician
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Heavy Equipment Service Technician
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Truck and Transport Service Technician
- Train-the-Trainer
- Ontario Common Core - Surface Miner, Basic Mill, Supervisory
- WSCC Level 2 Supervisor Certificate
- Standard First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid
- Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
References
- Marsha Chetty, (416)559-4419
- Wayne Keen, (709)711-5541
- Robert Marshall, (709)330-4632
Timeline
Superintendent – Training, Document Control & Contractor Management
Iamgold Corporation
08.2021 - 04.2024
Supervisor - Training, Apprenticeship
Baffinland Iron Mines
06.2017 - 08.2021
Heavy Equipment Service Technician
Baffinland Iron Mines
09.2016 - 06.2017
Field Technician
Inner City Diesel
02.2015 - 08.2016
Academic Tutor, Exam Translator and Trades Instructor
Apprenticeship and Trades Certification New-Brunswick
01.2012 - Current
Shop & Field Technician / Reliability Technician
Graham Construction
03.2011 - 02.2015
Truck and Transport Service Technician
Armour Transportation Systems
06.2006 - 03.2011
Maintenance Lead
Tri-L Enterprises
06.2000 - 09.2006
Truck And Transport Service Technician -
NBCC
Small Engine Repair -
NBCC
Information Technology: Game Development -
Compu College
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Automotive Service Technician
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Heavy Equipment Service Technician
- Journeyperson Canadian Red Seal – Truck and Transport Service Technician
- Train-the-Trainer
- Ontario Common Core - Surface Miner, Basic Mill, Supervisory
- WSCC Level 2 Supervisor Certificate
- Standard First Aid
- Mental Health First Aid
- Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
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