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Toronto, On, Ca

North York, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

- Independently conduct complex inspections, assess compliance, prepare, and review technical reports for the geographical area of Scarborough (South of HWY 401) as a part of the Toronto District Office. - Experience inspecting stakeholder facilities with relation to subject waste, air, industrial sewage, EASR audit follow-up, contaminated sites, and properties of environmental concern- Proactively and reactively responding to complex environmental problems as well as recommending remedial actions to mitigate further risk- Ensuring the implementation of abatement plans and mitigation strategies as required in various Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECAs), Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR) approvals, Provincial Officers Orders and Violation Notices. - Participate in the Duty Officer program which includes ensuring all appropriate actions are taken regarding incidents concerning the environment such as communicating and coordinating with the Spills Action Centre, Conservation Authorities, and municipalities, and concerned members of the public.- Liaising and collaborating with members of the regulated community, federal government, other provincial ministries, public health units, and internal staff. In addition, I’ve ensured appropriate recommendations are put forth in a timely manner when complaints and requests from the public, media and concerned stakeholders- Maintenance of Inspection Reports, Incident Reports, and Information Reports to reflect up-to-date information on the incidents and compliance in internal databases such as Integrated Divisional System (IDS) and ECHO system.

North York, Ontario, Canada

North York, Ontario, Canada

- Enforced and ensured compliance of various environmental protection acts and regulations for Ontario such as SDWA, EPA, OWRA, O.Reg 170, 252, 243 etc.- Completed requests for legal proceedings for Ministry of Environment, Investigations and Enforcement Branch by compiling and preparing incident reports and records - Experience with various mapping softwares to locate and protect water sources in Ontario during active environmental emergencies - Coordinated Ministry response for various active environmental incidents/emergencies and contaminated drinking water instances- Provided notification to Environment Canada, Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), Municipalities, and all Ontario Conservation Authorities when necessary- Taken calls on behalf of Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MOLITSD) and documented health and safety reports (After-Hours)

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

- Processed Freedom of Information (FOI) requests for the York-Durham District including locatingenvironmental concern information as well as identifying contentious files.- Demonstrated effective use of time management in a time sensitive environment.- Developed a knowledge of the use of software and databases used by the Ministry for the programs they oversee (ECHO, IDS, ORIS, CRTS, APW).- Developed knowledge of and experience interpreting Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FIPPA) legislation, regulations, guidelines, policies, and other privacy related legislation to accurately analyze/process requests while identifying contentious privacy issues.- Experience in coordinating and organizing numerous time sensitive FOI requests with a proven ability to prioritize effectively to maintain compliance within legislated timelines.- Trained and provided advice to staff and management regarding sensitive issues related to FOI requests and FIPPA.

Ajax, Ontario, Canada

- Field experience assessing and inspecting sites for potential development with an Environmental Officer and Water Inspectors to ensure compliance and appropriate issuing of approvals and permits in accordance with the Ontario Environmental Assessment legislation, Ontario Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act. - Assisted staff with accurately analyzing, interpreting, applying, enforcing policies, procedures, legislation, and relay compliance related information to others such as school admin regarding the standing Lead Exceedances under O. Reg. 243/07 and Low Chlorine Incidents in the Newmarket Distribution System. - Under the supervision of an EO, interpreted compliance reports to understand and assist in identifying possible situations of non-compliance and assess the corresponding level of risk to understand previously enforced corrective measures to achieve environmental and human health goals outlined by Ontario legislation. - Compiled, reviewed, and verified various sample data such as pH probe calibration records, lists of authorities that can operate on various drinking water systems, and sample data for well supply distribution systems.

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

- Analyzed and tracked soil samples, conducted lab and trend analysis, data entry and recording of previously collected soil samples from various agricultural sites in Southern Ontario to complete the 2019-2020 Topsoil Sampling Project - Familiarity with the interaction of soil/water/air contamination in the natural environment. - Compiled various data attributes into graphs, figures, and maps using various software programs for further analysis. - Prepared written reports and presentations to showcase findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

- Assisted area supervisors to ensure financial goals were met and amplified my problem-solving skills by actively listening to identify potential conflict and diffusing such issues by proactively facilitating open and constructive communication. - Monitored and evaluated work quality and processes against policy, standards, and regulations to maintain professionalism and integrity with organizational values.- Ability to maintain professionalism and integrity in difficult situations by ensuring that my actions are consistent with organizational values, policies, and codes of conduct.