Shane Ragbir

Experience

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  Amalgamated Security Services Limited

  Nov 2010 - now

  The Chief Geospatial Officer (CGO) is responsible for the operations of the Geospatial Technology Services Business Unit (GTSBU), the Compliance Command Centre (CCC), and the Central Monitoring Station (CMS). The CGO shall serve as project manager for all geospatial and technology-related projects, provide technical support and oversee the administration and maintenance of all geospatial technology for ASSL. The CGO is also responsible for creating revenue-generating strategies for existing services and new business opportunities internal and external to ASSL under this portfolio. Show less Developed and maintained the geographic information systems (GIS) databases, coverage’s, and linkages to various databases. Key responsibilities included the collection of spatially-linked data through conducting fieldwork, reading and interpreting source documents, such as civil engineering plans, plot maps, and legal descriptions, and entering required data into the GIS; the creation and management of spatially-linked data and carrying out cartographic work towards the presentation of such datasets. Show less

  • Chief Geospatial Officer

    Nov 2020 - now

  • GIS Coordinator

    Mar 2014 - Oct 2020

  • GIS Analyst

    Sept 2012 - Feb 2014

  • GIS Technician

    Nov 2010 - Aug 2012
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  V. Boodram Engineering Limited

  Oct 2011 - Jun 2014

  Geomatics Engineer/ GIS Consultant

  Geomatics and Geospatial consultancy services such as: Development and management of spatial databases for individual projects; GIS software customization; GIS map and report production; Data input and data quality assurance; Data queries and analysis; GIS training for team members; Promoting GIS use throughout the business; Marketing and developing GIS services; Offering support in relation to Graphics/CAD/Photo-montages /Visualizations; Providing of technical services in land and engineering surveying, topographic mapping and design. Show less

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  Label House Group Limited

  Dec 2011 - Jan 2012

  GIS Consultant

  GPS Data Collection and GIS Data Processing

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  Pepper Advertising & Experiential Marketing

  May 2012 - May 2012

  GIS Consultant

  Development of Thematic Maps using Geospatial Methods

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  Antilles Economics

  Oct 2015 - Sept 2017

  GIS Consultant

  Offers GIS expertise to the Travel Consulting Services Project (RFP #15-068) as required by the Ministry of Transport and Works, Barbados and funded by the Inter-American Development Bank. Key responsibilities include:1. Route and Traffic Analysis2. Spatial Data Management and Quality Assurance3. Thematic Map Creation4. GIS Training5. Systems Analysis

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  The Geographic Information Systems Society of Trinidad and Tobago

  Feb 2016 - now

  • Develop a strategic plan to advance the GISSTT’s mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization.• Oversee GISSTT’s operations to insure production efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.• Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating resources and/or revenues for the GISSTT.• Approve GISSTT’s operational procedures, policies, and standards.• Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.• Evaluate performance of executives for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.• Promote the GISSTT through written articles and personal appearances at conferences and on radio and TV.• Represent the GISSTT at legislative sessions, committee meetings, and at formal functions.• Promote the GISSTT to local, regional, national, and international constituencies.• Direct GISSTT’s planning and policy-making committees.• Oversee foreign operations to include evaluating operating and financial performance. Show less • Create, communicate and implement the GISSTT’s vision, mission, and overall direction within areas of responsibility• Lead, guide, direct, and evaluate the work of other executive members of the GISSTT• Formulate and implement the strategic plan of the GISSTT• Achieve the GISSTT's overall strategic goals as determined by the strategic plans• Oversee the complete operation of the GISSTT in accordance with the direction established in the strategic plans• Develop relationships with vendors, contractors and firms within the Geospatial Technology Industry, both locally and regionally• Maintain and Expand GISSTT membership and presence by implementing new strategies and promotions• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the President Show less

  • President

    Feb 2018 - now

  • Vice President

    Feb 2016 - Jan 2018
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  Farmation Limited

  May 2020 - Aug 2021

  Director

  Develop business and marketing strategies to grow the business. Meet and network with investors, develop company objectives and enforce business strategies. Manage the company’s investments, shares, and financial products

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  Kairi Consultants Ltd

  Oct 2020 - Aug 2022

  Geospatial Technology Consultant

  Geospatial data acquisition and visualization in support of:1. Blue Diamond Quarry Social Impact Assessment2. National Quarries Company Limited Social Impact Assessment

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  Habitat for Humanity Trinidad and Tobago

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  Security Assessor

  Security Consultant on Project- Accelerating the Essentials and Making Port of Spain a Resilient City -Strengthening Capacities and Building Ownerships of State and non-State Actors