Robert Glass Millen

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Officer - Operations at Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes

  • Education

    • Royal Roads University

      2014 - 2016
      Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) Entrepreneurial Management
    • ICS Learn

      2019 - 2020
      Diploma - Aircraft Mechanic Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician

      ICS Canada's Aircraft Mechanics Career Diploma program covers all aspects of aircraft maintenance and repair which meets Transport Canada's basic training requirements for the AME License "M" Rating.

    • St. George's School

      1995 - 2000
  • Experience

    • Royal Canadian Navy

      Dec 2000 - May 2008
      Navigator

      Maritime Surface (MARS) OfficerOperations & Staff - Senior ManagementSpecializing as a Fleet Navigating Officer, I was responsible for precision warship navigation. With experience sailing all three Canadian coasts and the Caribbean, as well as time on exchange with United States and Japanese Navies, a key component of my role was mentoring junior officers in leadership and navigation.Being a MARS Officer demanded and developed the following senior management skills: human resource and project management, communications, logistics, administration, and financial planning. Show less

    • United Nations

      May 2008 - Dec 2008
      Military Observer

      Op SAFARI (Sudan)Operations - FieldAs a UN Peacekeeper, I was responsible for monitoring the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution and reporting on the effectiveness of, and threats to, the peace process. Based in Bor, Jonglei State, I conducted daily unarmed patrols throughout an extremely austere area of responsibility, utilizing investigation, crisis negotiation, and risk management techniques in a multinational setting.

    • Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes

      May 2008 - now
      Senior Officer - Operations

      Maritime Helicopter Captain / Crew Commander & Maintenance Test PilotNight Vision Goggle SpecialistInstrument Check PilotFlight InstructorMountain Flying PilotFormation Flying InstructorCH-124 Sea King (Sikorsky S-61 / H-3) 1,500hrsOp PRESENCE (Mali)Task Force Training & Lessons Learned OfficerBased in Gao, Mali as a member of the Task Force Commander's staff, responsibilities included ensuring the highest possible readiness in defence of Camp Castor, operational-level planning, and capturing relevant lessons learned at the end of a complex supply chain during Canadian Armed Forces' return to life-saving peacekeeping operations.Op REASSURANCE (Eastern Mediterranean)Deputy Helicopter Air Detachment Commander / Operations - Helicopter PilotConducted global circumnavigation aboard HMCS WINNIPEG, participating in counter-narcotics operations en route, and engaged in deterrence operations in response to Russian aggression in the Ukraine. In company with NATO coalition, conducted largest air and sea exercises in over twenty years. Performed flying supervisor and detachment Maintenance Test Pilot duties.Op ARTEMIS (Gulf of Aden / Indian Ocean)Operations - Helicopter PilotDuring Canada's counter-terrorism operations aboard warship HMCS REGINA in the Gulf of Aden, I served as an offshore helicopter pilot. I was responsible for the safe flying of the shipborne aircraft during day/night low-level operations including surface surveillance, interdiction, MEDEVAC and Search & Rescue missions.Op MOBILE (Libya)Staff - Human ResourcesAt NATO HQ Naples, Italy, I served as Deputy J1 Personnel and Visits & Protocol Officer. Responsible for the administration of all deployed Canadian Armed Forces members throughout the campaign, I drafted pioneering policy that legislated the construct of Canada's precedent-setting mission. Also serving the Executive of Canadian and other NATO governments, coordinated VVIP itineraries as in-situ EA and facilitator. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certificate of Proficiency in Radio - Restricted Operator (Aeronautical)

      Industry Canada
      Sept 2000
    • Category I Medical

      Transport Canada - Transports Canada
      Apr 2016
    • Instrument Check Pilot

      Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes
      Jun 2018
    • Commercial Pilot's License - Aeroplane (Multi-Engine, Seaplane, Night)

      The International Civil Aviation Organization
      Oct 2006
    • Commercial Pilot's License - Helicopter (Group IV IFR, Night, SK61, BH41, BH06, BH47)

      The International Civil Aviation Organization
      Mar 2011
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      1. General Campaign Star - South-West Asia (GCS-SWA) (Gulf of Aden / Indian Ocean) Government of Canada The General Campaign Star (GCS) is awarded to members of the Canadian Forces and members of allied forces working with the Canadian Forces who deploy into a defined theatre of operations to take part in operations in the presence of an armed enemy.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      2. Operational Service Medal - Expedition (OSM-EXP) (Gulf of Mexico) Government of Canada Service with Op CARIBBE under the command and control of Joint Interagency Task Force-South (JIATF-S) in the theatre of operations consisting of the Caribbean Sea/Gulf of Mexico and along the west coast of Central and South America, as well as the airspace above this area, since 1 Nov 2006.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      3. Special Service Medal - NATO (SSM-NATO) (North & Baltic Seas) Government of Canada The Special Service Medal (SSM) recognizes members of the CF who have performed a service determined to be under exceptional circumstances, in a clearly defined locality for a specified duration. An aggregate of 45 days of honourable service performed in approved locations or tasks outside Canada beginning on or after 20 October 2004 as part or in direct support of NATO operations or missions, provided the service in question is not counted towards another medal.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      4. Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal (CPSM) Government of Canada The prestigious Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to all United Nations Peacekeepers in 1988 in recognition of their collective efforts in the cause of peace. This inspired the creation of the Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal (CPSM) to acknowledge the unique contribution to peace that Canadian peacekeepers have made since 1947. Awarded for a minimum of 30 days cumulative service in a UN or international peacekeeping mission.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      5. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) Medal United Nations (UN) The United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) was established under UN Security Council Resolution 1590 of March 24, 2005, with a mandate to support implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, and to perform functions relating to humanitarian assistance, and protection and promotion of human rights. Awarded for 90 days consecutive service between 24 March 2005 to the present.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      6. Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) Medal United Nations (UN) The United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali was established on 25 April 2013 by the authority of UN Security Council Resolution 2100 (2013) to support political processes in Mali and carry out a number of security-related tasks. This medal is awarded for 90 consecutive days of service since 25 April 2013.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      7. NATO Article 5 Medal - ACTIVE ENDEAVOUR (Eastern Mediterranean) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) On 12 September 2001, NATO implemented Article 5 of the Washington Treaty following the 11 September attacks against the United States. Following US requests, NATO subsequently agreed to implement 8 specific measures to expand the options available in the campaign against terrorism. These measures included the deployment of elements of NATO’s Standing Naval Forces to the Eastern Mediterranean in order to provide a NATO presence and demonstrate resolve.Awarded for 30 days continuous or… Show more On 12 September 2001, NATO implemented Article 5 of the Washington Treaty following the 11 September attacks against the United States. Following US requests, NATO subsequently agreed to implement 8 specific measures to expand the options available in the campaign against terrorism. These measures included the deployment of elements of NATO’s Standing Naval Forces to the Eastern Mediterranean in order to provide a NATO presence and demonstrate resolve.Awarded for 30 days continuous or 60 cumulative days service as part of an element of the Standing Naval Force (SNF) operating in the international waters of the Mediterranean Sea and in the air space above it commencing the 26 October 2001 and terminating at date to be determined. Show less
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      8. NATO Non-Article 5 Medal - UNIFIED PROTECTOR (Libya) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) The United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973 was implemented to create a Libyan no-fly zone and to take all necessary measures to prevent attacks on civilians by the government forces of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi. Awarded for thirty consecutive or 60 cumulative days of honourable service commencing on 23 March 2011 and ending on 31 October 2011.
    • Awarded to Robert Glass Millen
      9. Canadian Forces' Decoration (CD) Government of Canada The Canadian Forces' Decoration is awarded to Officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service. The decoration is awarded to all ranks, who have a good record of conduct. Members may use the post-nominal letters "CD".
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Project Pearls Manila on Feb 2013
      Project Pearls ManilaAssociated with Robert Glass Millen