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I am a highly experienced process engineer and operations manager with over 25 years in metallurgical engineering, mineral processing, plant operations, and continuous improvement. I lead cross-functional teams, drive design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations, and deliver practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance. I am the author of The Long Trip To Canada and actively involved in professional associations, with entrepreneurial experience including founding Parcelpik Delivery Services, reflecting my commitment to innovation and community impact.…I am a highly experienced process engineer and operations manager with over 25 years in metallurgical engineering, mineral processing, plant operations, and continuous improvement. I lead cross-functional teams, drive design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations, and deliver practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance. I am the author of The Long Trip To Canada and actively involved in professional associations, with entrepreneurial experience including founding Parcelpik Delivery Services, reflecting my commitment to innovation and community impact.

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I am a highly experienced process engineer and operations manager with over 25 years in metallurgical engineering, mineral processing, plant operations, and continuous improvement. I lead cross-functional teams, drive design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations, and deliver practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance. I am the author of The Long Trip To Canada and actively involved in professional associations, with entrepreneurial experience including founding Parcelpik Delivery Services, reflecting my commitment to innovation and community impact.…I am a highly experienced process engineer and operations manager with over 25 years in metallurgical engineering, mineral processing, plant operations, and continuous improvement. I lead cross-functional teams, drive design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations, and deliver practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance. I am the author of The Long Trip To Canada and actively involved in professional associations, with entrepreneurial experience including founding Parcelpik Delivery Services, reflecting my commitment to innovation and community impact.

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I am a highly experienced process engineer and operations manager with over 25 years in metallurgical engineering, mineral processing, plant operations, and continuous improvement. I lead cross-functional teams, drive design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations, and deliver practical solutions that improve safety and environmental performance.

I am the author of The Long Trip To Canada and actively involved in professional associations, with entrepreneurial experience including founding Parcelpik Delivery Services, reflecting my commitment to innovation and community impact.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Operations Manager at SNF Holding Company

January 1, 2022 - Present

Managing technical service and field trials in oil sands, coordinating field operations, and leading cross‑functional teams to optimize process performance and safety.

Founder at Parcelpik Delivery Services

January 1, 2020 - Present

Launched a local on‑demand parcel delivery platform; oversaw daily operations, growth initiatives, marketing, customer relations, and finances.

Plant Superintendent at Westmoreland Coal – Coal Valley Mine

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020

Oversaw safety, operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement programs across the mine site, ensuring regulatory compliance and reliable plant performance.

Area Operations Manager at Suncor Energy – Fort Hills Project

January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2019

Led engineering design, commissioning, startup, and sustaining operations for surface mining/processing facilities; collaborated with engineering, maintenance, and operations to optimize throughput and reliability.

Senior Process Engineer at Shell Albian Sands

January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012

Led a team focused on plant performance, process optimization, and commissioning; implemented improvements to increase efficiency and reduce energy intensity.

Technical Operations Lead at SGS Canada

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008

Managed pilot plant operations and client projects, coordinating trials and data collection to support process development and scale‑up.

Process Engineer at Teck Cominco Metals

January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007

Supported lead smelter and refinery operations; contributed to process improvements and troubleshooting.

Research Metallurgist at Placer Dome

January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006

Conducted ore characterization, process development, and pilot plant design/operations.

Metallurgist at Anglo American Zimbabwe

January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2001

Supported furnace operations, process control, and safety initiatives in metallurgical operations.