Stacy Ruiz
Calgary,AB
Summary
Experienced environmental, health, and safety leader with a proven track record in collaborative leadership, environmental management, and regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and motivating others to deliver results. Experience leading teams of multi-disciplinary professionals to achieve organizational objectives within large, complex energy operations. Expertise in effective communication, strategic planning, and performance improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Kearl Projects Safety, Security, Health, Environment & Regulatory Manager
Imperial Oil - Global Projects
10.2024 - Current
- Leading a team of professionals to develop, implement, and manage health, safety, and environmental programs for various large-scale construction projects at Imperial’s Kearl Lake oil sands mining operation.
- Focus on risk-based mitigation measures and application of human performance principles to manage construction safety.
- Provided ongoing support to managers and supervisors, assisting them in addressing HSE concerns within their respective departments.
- Developed and implemented safety management systems to enhance workplace compliance and reduce incidents.
- Promoted a proactive safety culture within the organization, fostering open communication between employees and management.
Environment & Regulatory and Emergency Preparedness & Response Supervisor
Imperial Oil - Kearl Operations
09.2019 - 10.2024
- Led a team of professionals to oversee environmental monitoring and management programs, emergency response programs, and medical services for Imperial's Kearl Lake oil sands mining operation.
- Strong focus on leading teams with positivity, driving sustainability in our operations, and continuous improvement of our programs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to promote environmental initiatives, driving corporate sustainability goals.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive environmental management plans for facility operations, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Environment & Regulatory Water Advisor
Imperial Oil - Upstream Operations Support
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Served as water subject matter expert on environmental regulations and policies for Imperial's Upstream operations, including oil sands mining and in-situ developments.
- Provided practical plans and solutions to various operations and ensured regulatory compliance for environmental monitoring and management programs.
- Prepared and submitted regulatory file applications and supporting documentation.
SAGD Projects Environment & Regulatory Advisor
Imperial Oil - Western Canada Major Projects
02.2013 - 10.2017
- Effectively coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to complete environmental assessment field work and generate required regulatory applications for future in-situ developments.
- Conducted environmental impact assessments for new projects, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies.
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Consulting - Various Firms
04.2008 - 02.2013
- Coordinated various environmental campaigns to collect, and assess data for wildlife, fish (marine and freshwater), vegetation, surface water, groundwater, and soil monitoring programs.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports (including ESAs and EAs) and presentations based on findings.
- Experience working on environmental programs in Alberta, the Northwest Territories, the United States, and Mexico.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB04.2008
Skills
- Supportive team leadership
- Environmental risk management
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Team motivation and development
- Proactive approach
- Effective communication
- Cross-functional coordination
- Collaborative performance
- Incident management
- Strategic planning
- Emotional intelligence
- Environmental permitting
LANGUAGES
English: Native
Spanish: Limited Working
Timeline
Kearl Projects Safety, Security, Health, Environment & Regulatory Manager
Imperial Oil - Global Projects
10.2024 - Current
Environment & Regulatory and Emergency Preparedness & Response Supervisor
Imperial Oil - Kearl Operations
09.2019 - 10.2024
Environment & Regulatory Water Advisor
Imperial Oil - Upstream Operations Support
10.2017 - 09.2019
SAGD Projects Environment & Regulatory Advisor
Imperial Oil - Western Canada Major Projects
02.2013 - 10.2017
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Consulting - Various Firms
04.2008 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Mount Royal University
ABOUT ME
- I am happily married, and am the proud mom of two girls, two dogs, and a cat
- I enjoy camping, boating, and fishing with my family
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