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Matthew Webb

Matthew Webb

Volunteer Coordinator - Environment Crew

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Health and Safety Advisor

  • Education

    • Waikato Institute of Technology (WINTEC)

      2007 - 2007
      Bachelor Science

      A term abroad, studying bio-chemistry, instrumentation, geology

    • Oilfields High School

      1999 - 2002
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Student Representative for the Okotoks public library 2000-2002, Envisioned Leadership Course - Young Leaders Foundation International 2002, Junior volley ball team 1999, Senior Volleyball team 2001

    • University of Calgary

      2002 - 2003
      Engineering

    • Mount Royal University

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor of Applied Industrial Ecology (BAIE) Biogeochemical 3.5 gpa

      Activities and Societies: Sustainable Mount Royal Student Club, Member 2007-2009, President 2009 Studied calculus, statistics, microbiology, bio-chemistry, entrepreneurship, life-cycle assessments, issue in environmental impact assessments, practical surface water sampling and assessment, aquatic biology, biology, soil systems, geology, emerging market initiatives related to environmental issues, air quality and complete two 4-month work terms.

  • Experience

    • Calgary Folk Music Festival

      Jul 2006 - Jul 2014
      Volunteer Coordinator - Environment Crew

      Working with a team to recruit, train and organize a diverse group of 75 volunteers that is in charge of recycling education and waste diversion during the eco-award winning Calgary Folk Music Festival.Includes year-round planning for an ever growing festival, grant writing, maintaining a volunteer connection through email and events outside the regular festival, meeting with other coordinators to organize new initiatives and organize for the festival.

    • FortisAlberta

      Oct 2007 - Jan 2008
      Environmental Coordinator

      Managed a variety of projects such as battery recycling, webpage updates, Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) spill managementConducted research into waste management options for transformer oil and retired power poles and created recommendations for actionCoordinated contractors and reviewed contractor reportsOrganized review of new equipment: secondary spill containment, bird diversion & protection equipment

    • Mount Royal University

      Feb 2009 - Apr 2009
      Student Fundraiser

      Cold calling of Mount Royal University Alumni. Updated Alumni contact information, advised on current Alumni events and encourage Alumni to financially support specific scholarship programs for existing Mount Royal University Students.

    • Maxxam Analytics Inc

      May 2009 - Aug 2009
      Laboratory Technician

      Working in a fast pace petroleum laboratory at CNRL's remote oil sands mine and production sitePerforming specific analysis for a single client. Data was used for QA/QC of the daily operation of the processing and separating of bitumen. Primarily performed Dean and Stark analysis, water PH, solids particle size, conductivity, nitrate content.Assisted with SOP development. Contributed to site safety procedure enhancement. 12 hour 7 day in, 7 day out shift.

    • Foothills Landscaping (2000) Ltd.

      Jul 2010 - Nov 2010
      Lead Hand

      Commercial landscaping construction. Large boulevards, parks and developments. Sub grade and grading, sod laying. Operated skidsteer and 3-ton dump truck. Planted shrubs and trees. assisted with leadership and direction of a crew of 6 people.

    • Wurst Restaurant and Bar

      May 2011 - Aug 2011
      Expeditor

      Expediter in a busy full service restaurant and Bavarian style beer hall. Organized service timing of orders and ensured dishes were ready to present to guests. Acted as liaison between head chef and serving staff.

    • Oak Environmental

      Jun 2011 - Dec 2011
      Equipment Technician

      Environmental monitoring equipment rental, sales and repair. Specializing in surface and ground water equipment and custom ground water monitoring well designs.Performed warehouse duties of inventory and stock. Receipt and delivery of rental equipment. Performed equipment cleaning, calibration and non-warranty repairs. Customer service duties included; phone orders; phone sales; equipment tutorials; general inquiries; filling rental and purchase orders.

    • Certified Industrial Hygiene Consulting Ltd.

      Feb 2012 - Dec 2013
      Industrial Hygienist

      Industrial Hygiene is: Application of knowledge to the anticipation and recognition of health hazards arising out of work operations and processes, evaluation and measurement of the magnitude of the hazard - based on past experience and study, and control of the hazard.Performed full project life cycle for a diverse range of project focus and size including; Estimating projects; initial planning; equipment and sample media planning; logistics and travel planning; site monitoring and site work; follow-up research; client liaison; data analysis; data entry; reporting; project finalization.Site worked involved communication with up to 100 individuals on specific health and exposure concerns. I performed personal and area monitoring using air sampling techniques, dosimetry, badge monitoring and direct read instruments.Within the company I improved efficiency performing file management, equipment maintenance and repair, inventory, procedure updating, company document updates, submitted company Certificate of Recognition. Show less

    • Ellice Recycle Ltd.

      Feb 2014 - Jun 2014
      Truck Driver

      Driving routes with side-loading truck collecting recycling tote bins.Driving mini truck with hook to deliver and recover roll-off bins for various construction and recyclable materials

    • Northwest Environmental Group

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Industrial Hygienist

    • Total Safety

      Aug 2014 - Apr 2020
      Industrial Hygienist

    • TSS Total Safety Services Inc. - Canada

      May 2019 - Apr 2020
      Project Manager

    • Island EHS

      Apr 2020 - Jul 2021
      Senior Occupational Hygienist

    • Total Safety

      Jul 2021 - Nov 2021
      Project Manager

    • City of Victoria BC

      Dec 2021 - now
      Health and Safety Advisor

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program - Measurement Professional

      CNRPP/CARST
      Mar 2021
      View certificate certificate

    • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)

      Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals
      May 2019

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition (GVCC) on Mar 2015
      Greater Victoria Cycling Coalition (GVCC)Associated with Matthew Webb