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Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Designed and implemented a maintenance work management system from inception for Cenovus Conventional Oil & Gas operations. This included;• Developed and implemented comprehensive maintenance strategies from notification creation to close out aligning plans with organizational goals and objectives.• Conducted thorough analysis of equipment performance data and maintenance histories to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and finance, to develop long-term maintenance plans and budgets.• Implemented predictive maintenance programs utilizing condition monitoring techniques and predictive analytics to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.• Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure maintenance effectiveness, performance, and efficiency.• Led continuous improvement initiatives to streamline maintenance processes, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.• Utilized SAP maintenance management software and systems to optimize scheduling, resource allocation, schedule leveling, notification workflow and work order management.• Provided coaching, leadership, mentoring, and guidance to maintenance teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, continuous improvement and sustainability.

Fort Mcmurray, Alberta, Canada

During my tenure at Suncor Base Plant, Primary, and Secondary Upgrader working with Alexander Proudfoot I created both long and short-term maintenance plans to increase time on tools, reduce down time, drive operational efficiencies, and increase plant output. I worked directly with clients on site, from VP level to execution teams. Taking ownership of advanced analytics data gathering, schedule compliance data, capacity hours, scheduled hours, and earned hours. To improve operations, I implemented various initiatives such as schedule loading standard, schedule resource leveling, schedule freeze, logistics improvement, and supply chain visibility. I optimized performance and delivered transformational changes by role-modeling, coaching, and directly influencing VP’s, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, and front-line workers.• Coaching• Scope Management• Current state / Future state modeling• Implementation• SustainabilitySkills: Management Consulting. Behavior Changes. Influencing. Mentoring. Coaching. On-boarding. Stake Holder Engagement. Change Management. Quick Wins Identification. People Engagement.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

As a project manager, I have successfully managed long and short-term projects aimed at solving issues, creating value, maximizing opportunities, and reducing costs for clients. My diverse business skills and experience in the oil & gas industry enabled me to provide objective advice and expertise to clients and project teams. In my capacity as a project manager, I have completed environmental assessments, including phase 1 & phase 2, created scope of work, requested work proposals, and managed third-party contractors with a strict focus on budgeting, scope creep, change management, and cost control. I have also secured assets, completed environmental reclamations, and liaised with governmental organizations on behalf of clients.• Project Management.• Scope Management.• Asset Management. • Environmental Reclamation. • Logistics.• Warehousing.

Grande Prairie

As a business leader, I created comprehensive long- and short-term plans, implemented effective strategies, and oversaw operations in the fleet, logistics, and warehousing division. I guided a team of six direct and over 100 indirect reports to ensure safe and efficient business operations, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment for enhanced employee engagement. I worked closely with the HR team to design recruitment and selection strategies to attract highly skilled staff, and improved team effectiveness through training, coaching, and counseling. I analyzed market trends and opportunities to develop recommendations for management to gain a competitive advantage. Additionally, I reviewed financial statements and performance data to assess productivity and identify areas for improvement. • Project manager for a 10 Million CAD construction project to increase warehouse capacity. • Managed over a million square feet of warehouse space with an inventory worth over one hundred million dollars.• Managed a fleet of twenty-five heavy haul trucks, trailers, cranes, and tankers.• Kept record of zero accidents for ten consecutive years by upholding high safety standards.• Managed P&L. This included 10 million EBIDA monthly. • Established positive company image by collaborating with internal/external stakeholders and implementing ethical business practices.

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Collaborating closely with engineering teams, I played a key role in translating strategic initiatives and ideas into tangible project plans. I defined project scope, analyzed data, and explored optimal solutions to ensure successful project outcomes. In addition, I engaged with stakeholders across the business to gain valuable input and secure support, keeping them informed of project timelines, impact, and dependencies. As a dedicated member of the operations support team, I oversaw the standardization and optimization of processes and procedures relating to solids control equipment. I tracked project progress, proactively mitigated risks, and provided regular updates, while also managing budgets and engaging with stakeholders. Through my expertise, I provided valuable advice to engineering and business development groups to create new solutions, select technologies, pursue new business opportunities, and maximize revenue.• Project manager for projects that ranged from 100 thousand CAD to 10 million CAD• Enhanced facility processes by 25% through various process changes.• Created training programs and mentored operators in centrifuge operations and chemical selection.• Integrated input/output centrifuge tracking sheets for delivering capital and training to required areas.• Collaborated with engineer team to develop procedures and processes for solids processing equipment.• Introduced operational enhancements and increased average company processing output by 25% in 21 months.•Catalyzed development of on-site solutions, built preliminary design concepts, recommended technology and equipment, and advised on preferred packaging methodology.

Grande Prairie, Ab

As a General Manager/Business Partner, I directed profitable business operations and achieved financial goals by conforming work activities to project specifications and quality standards. I also evaluated work processes of projects, introduced enhancements, and timely completed water recycling solutions on drilling rigs and environmental cleanup sites as well as various storm drainage ponds for city of Edmonton. I oversaw all organizational activities for field projects and managed accounts payable, account receivable, and financial reports. I consulted with clients, identified requirements, and recommended suitable equipment to meet client needs and budget.Following are some of my notable contributions:• Conducted research and designed Cobalt tank dewatering system.• Invented Cobalt water processing tank and secured US and Canadian patents on tank.• Headed ConocoPhillips dewatering/centrifuging of Elmsworth drilling fluid tailings pond clean up.• Headed multimillion dollar environmental cleanup for Spectra gas plant at Fort St. John in British Colombia.• Rendered expertise as project manager for dewatering/centrifuging initiative for multimillion dollar City of Edmonton snow melts tailings ponds.

Grande Prairie, Ab

•Advice company management on all matters related to centrifuges and dewatering.•Advice field and corporate sales staff on project planning and equipment selection.•Project management.•Responsible for recruiting, motivation, training and monitoring career development of field technicians. •Responsible for developing and implementing an annual training course for all Canadian and US field technicians.

Set up and operation of centrifuge equipment on customer sites.Maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of centrifuge equipment on customer sites. Drilling fluids course in Leduc Alberta.

Responsible for the day to day operations of the drilling fluid and solids control equipment on the drilling rig.

Graduate of Canadian Forces Leadership training.NATO peace implementation force. Bosnia Herzegovina. NATO protection force. Lahr Germany. Notable Achievements:Featured in Northwest Business magazine for water recycling, centrifuging and environmental innovation.Published in University of Texas oil well drilling manual seventh edition.Holder of fifteen claims of patient in the US and Canada on the Cobalt Tank.