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Port Hope, Ontario, Canada

• Managed, directed and developed a team of 20 supporting Facilities, Information Management, Fleet/Asset Management, I.T. & Public Programs• Provided oversight of all facility locations, including contractor management, security & maintenance• Developed and reviewed SOW’s to initiate new contracts and contract renewals• Supported the successful operation & management of Covid-19 response and recovery, minimizing project downtime• Ensured Information Management guidelines were adhered to and monitored for compliance• Analyzed Legacy Data project, proposed and implemented changes to staffing structure to maintain project timeline• Developed annual performance goals and objectives in collaboration with team members. Provided feedback and assigned bonus payouts• On call 24/7 for security response at all facility locations• Reviewed and approved expenses, timecards, leave allowances and invoices• Monitored and reported on accruals to finance in line with the Annual Program of Work Budget• Developed and maintained quality internal relationships, promoted teamwork and collaboration

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Managed, directed and developed two fleet coordinators, supporting a diverse portfolio of fleet assets in a unionized environment• Developed five year CAPEX plan for light and heavy fleet and presented to senior management• Identified gaps in fleet data, created a Sharepoint dashboard to capture areas of high fleet spend, analyzed patterns, shared results and implemented improvements• Optimized maintenance program of 47 fuel tanks and emergency generators resulting in reduced risk and ensured compliance standards were met (federal, environmental and fire codes)• Evaluated vendors, developed scope of work and managed contracts• Selected to pilot an internally developed Covid-19 contact tracing bracelet within the fleet team• Implemented Covid-19 fleet safety practices and protocols to protect employees• Lead online team meetings with direct reports and participated in online departmental meetings with middle and senior managers• Successfully completed Pearson Aviation Academy, participating as part of a distributed team. Learning was conducted 100% online using collaborative tools and chat platforms• Collaborated with internal Fleet Maintenance Services to ensure minimum equipment levels were met to achieve operational effectiveness• Compiled accurate recording of data identifiers and locations for emergency back up power systems

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Program and Project Management• Planned, organized and directed the functions and activities related to the procurement, servicing, operation, maintenance and repair of 375 fleet vehicles• Partnered with U.S. purchasing group on initiatives; realized a $500,000 resigning bonus as part of a fleet Request for Proposal (RFP)• Managed a 40,000 square foot office and warehousing facility, including overseeing maintenance, safety, security and reporting activities• Collaborated with Engineering & Operations teams to create an in-house training facility and managed the installation of an elevator test tower inside the Toronto HeadquartersContract Negotiations & Budgeting Management • Managed a fleet procurement budget of $2 million annually, which required strong financial management skills and attention to detail; analyzed fleet replacement needs, met with departments to understand individual needs, and strategically negotiated with manufacturers• Renegotiated cellular contract resulting in a $50,000 savings; initiated the renegotiation strategyand gained approval from senior managementTechnology Leadership• Launched three separate mobile device and application deployments of 600 devices, while maintaining staff connectivity and productivity levels• Project managed the sourcing and installation of Cisco Video Conferencing systems in 8 Canadian locations, resulting in reduced travel expenses and expanded training opportunities• Created instructional documentation and trained Supervisors and technicians to configure Apple iOS devices and Apps, reducing the downtime of technicians and increasing productivity• Implemented a cellphone recycling program that assisted the Toronto Zoo with funding for it's Apes habitat• Sourced, procured and maintained business machines. Copiers, printers, postage• Managed and secured data room equipment, including switches, routers, and VoIP system

• Managed and directed the office relocation of Toronto Headquarters, and three other locations meeting timelines and budgets (Toronto, London, Ottawa & Edmonton)• Collaborated with U.S. Systems Team to implement VoIP phones in Canadian locations• Refreshed Schindler branding at all Canadian locations in partnership with Swiss global branding division

North York, Ontario

• Trained and supervised two administrators within the IT department, supporting over 100 employees• Supported external client’s reporting requirements (Sobeys, Loblaws); worked closely with internal sales teams to create custom Excel reports displaying sales and financial data• Visualized, designed and implemented existing and new AS400 queries using Compleo software

Diploma, Applied Information Technology

Diploma, Motor Vehicle Craft And Therories