Manager Training

MARK A. BARRETT

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Salisbury, Maryland 21801

Home: 410-***-****

Cell: 410-***-****

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Seeking a managerial position as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal

(EOD)/Nuclear WMD Instructor/Military Operations Analyst Manger/EOD Subject

Matter Expert (SME) with a progressive company where experience,

dedication, an impeccable record of accomplishment, and situational

leadership skills will be valuable attributes. The ideal position will

allow for personal and professional growth commensurate with achievements.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Offering more than 20 years of valuable EOD Technician and EOD

Instructor/Management experience in sensitive, joint military activities.

Extensive experience in strategic, operational and detailed project

planning. Frequently responsible for accounts and resources over 500

million dollars. Strengths are leadership, organizational development, and

training.

Technical Skills - Extensive and diversified experience encompassing all

facets of explosive ordnance disposal including Counter Improvised

Explosive Devices (C-IED), Improvised Nuclear Device (IND), and asymmetric

threat analysis. Intimate knowledge of munitions and explosive

characteristics, explosive and demolition technologies, and large scale

range operations and procedures. Extensive background in complete EOD

related curriculum development and training.

Excellent Communication & Writing Skills - Mr. Barrett possesses advance

training skills (Certified Master Instructor/Master Training Specialist) in

the preparation, development, presentation, and feedback analysis of

training programs. He is a self-motivated and disciplined manager with an

impressive record of outstanding job performance and accomplishments while

working for some of the world's leading corporations. Given his contagious

attitude of excellence, his irreproachable character and integrity, coupled

with his uncanny ability to develop, maintain, and lead others in a set

vision (a Leading Leader); he is known for his reputation of successfully

achieving quality results in all endeavors, no matter what the situation.

He has previously been entrusted with both a TOP SECRET/Critical Nuclear

Weapons Design Information (CNWDI), and a DSCO security clearance. He is

currently pursuing his Certified Safety Professional certification as well

as a licensed Buzan Mind Mapping Trainer.

Taught over 1,200 students from all the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces

including 400 foreign students from 42 countries

Selected as Instructor of the Year 1989 for the 3460TCHTG and Non-

commissioned Officer of the year 1989; and Service person of the

Quarter/instructor of the Quarter for the third quarter of 1989 by

NAVSCHOEOD, Det 3

Hand selected by the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) to design, develop, and

conduct the first ever EOD course in the Kingdom. Responsible for the

preparation of all training and course control documents for this yearlong

training program.

Instrumental in the collection, identification and processing of valuable

intelligence information and material while providing technical support as

a member of the Joint Service Tunnel Neutralization Team (TNT)

Decorated for outstanding technical support while undergoing a 24 hour

around-the-clock clean up and disposal operation of 3 tons of deteriorating

explosives, chemicals, radioactive and incendiary hazards

Decorated for outstanding support while assigned to the U.S. Secret

Service (USSS) for protection of former

President Ronald W. Regan, President George W. Bush,

Sr.,and Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla). Additionally provided protection

for various Democratic and Republican candidates from 1982-1991 to include

all major Presidential Conventions and worldwide sporting event

(Olympics/Asian Games)

In depth experience in all facets of bombing, gunnery and test range

operations; quality assurance, management and explosive safety through

intensive EOD range support assignments at Hill AFB, Utah, Elgin AFB,

Florida and various civilian range operations stateside with EOD Technology

and foreign operations with the RSAF in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

Certified on the following Nuclear Weapons: W25, B28, W53, B53, W56, B57,

B61, W623, W78, W80, B83, W84, W87

Experienced in executing mega projects (50K contractors) on or ahead of

schedule amidst a multicultural, multinational, and remote environment,

while proactively motivating and influencing the workforce to full

compliance with international and corporate safety standards.

Additionally, Mr. Barrett possesses 13 years of diversified safety

experience in the following disciplines: Technical Safety (Safety Design &

Engineering, Technical Integrity/Process safety), Risk Management,

Petrochemical, Environmental, Heavy Civil & Mechanical Construction,

Industrial Hygiene, and Fire Protection.

He is highly experienced in developing, implementing, and managing programs

to comply with State, Federal, and company and/or country occupational

health, safety, and environment regulatory agencies. He possesses practical

experience in design, installation and maintenance. Additionally, he has a

strong background in construction management and direct hire contracts as

well as extensive knowledge in the design requirements of new construction

projects and upgrades of operating facilities. He is also well versed in

critical and heavy crane lift plans, scaffold erection plans, and

operations, trenching and shoring operations and other civil, piping,

electrical, and related construction activities.

In addition to his experience in training, implementing, and guiding Safety

Management Systems (SMS) (OSHAS18001), he has over 10 years experience in

managing Quality Management Systems (QMs) (TQM, ISO 9000/ISO1400).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SELF-EMPLOYED/Manila, Philippines

May 12, 2006 - June 1, 2011

QHSE Consultant - Provided technical support and consultant services to

large, local construction firm in the attainment of the following

certifications: 1801:1999 Certification for Safety and Health at Work, ISO

14001:2004 Certification for Environmental Management OHSAS, and ISO

9001:2000 Certification for Quality Management systems. Mr. Barrett was the

catalyst behind introducing and updating the Technical Integrity/Process

Safety procedures for the company.

Additionally, Mr. Barrett taught Buzan Mind Mapping to various local

colleges and high schools and was a pro bono EOD consultant to the

Philippines National Police (PNP) regarding WWII Japanese UXO.

RESOURCE SCIENCES LTD./Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

1997 - Apr 25, 2006

Seconded to SAUDI ARAMCO, Central & Western Regions Projects Department

(C&WRPD)

Department Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager - Reported directly

to and represented the Department Manager regarding a yearly average

project load of forty (40) simultaneous, diversified construction

contracts, as well as the department's compliance with Company Loss

Prevention, security, training, and quality requirements. Due to his EOD

expertise and previous association with the RSAF, Mr. Barrett was the

company's liaison with the RSAF regarding all explosive related incidents

throughout the Kingdom. He was intimately involved from design to

construction in most of the 120+ projects he managed for Saudi Aramco in

his eight-year tenure. Career project highlights include, the following

internationally acclaimed mega projects: the Shaybah Project (Contract

Value $1.5 Billion/ 50K contractor personnel), the largest oil field

developed in the world in the past 20 years, and the Qatif Abu Safah Field

Development Project (Contract value $1.1 Billion), the world's largest

crude production facility.

Throughout his tenure, Mr. Barrett has maintained an impeccable safety

record regarding industry standard tracked safety statistics with a yearly

annual average contractor manhour totaling 28MM. Consequently, Mark was

officially recognized by Saudi Aramco in this position for both his

contribution in helping the Project Management Contractors achieve 30

million man-hours without a Lost-Time Accident and his supervision and

leadership of numerous T & I Shutdowns. He was intimately involved with all

T&I shutdown safety planning and interfacing with proponent organizations.

During his last year of service, his major projects involved the

modernization of 3 refineries and 31 Bulk Distribution and Air Fueling

Units located throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These facilities

required the following upgrades: Fire Detection and Protection Systems; DCS

systems; Bulk Fuel Loading Facilities and Automatic Metering Systems;

Increasing the reliability of Primary and Back-up Power Supply Systems;

Increasing Bulk Storage Capacity; Improving Emergency Isolation &Shut Down

Systems and the upgrade of infrastructure.

Primary responsibilities included:

Participated in bid evaluations with Contractors in line with contractual

requirements. Evaluated, reviewed, and monitored Contractor Safety

Programs, Hazard Identification Plans (HIPs), and work force. Conducted

site inspections and studies.

Participated in Environmental, Safety and Design Reviews

Conducted quarterly compliance audits of 5 divisions (400 staff personnel)

and numerous job sites

Conducted Accident/Incident Investigation, as needed, to include root

cause & trend analysis and authored Control of Major Accident Hazard

(COMAH) Reports

Developed Identification of HSE Critical Equipment and Systems (HSECES)

Developed and evaluated Performance Standards/Verification schemes

Conducted and disseminated Safety Studies (EERA/ESSA Dropped Object, etc.)

Conducted and reviewed Gas & Smoke dispersion/Vent/Flare Analysis

Conducted Risk and Fire Safety Assessments (Both Qualitative and

Quantitative)

Prepared project loss prevention specifications and presented them at each

project's Job Explanation and Pre-Construction Kickoff Meetings

Developed and maintained departmental & divisional job site safety records

Liaison between Project Management Team and Saudi Aramco Loss Prevention

and local agencies

Identified, recommended, and tracked safety related training for

department (400 employees)

Developed, coordinated, and conducted monthly Safe Operation Committee

meetings for department

Managed/trained a staff of ten (10) field safety engineers to include

support company's graduate training scheme (Saudization Program)

Participated in 30%, 60% and 90% project design reviews and assisting with

preparation of detailed recommendations to meet Saudi Aramco engineering

and loss prevention standards

Participated in Design, Constructability and Safety reviews

Facilitated plant interface activity hazard analyses, participating in

HAZOP, HAZID, PHSR, and SIL assessments, workshops and QRAs.

Conducted contractor loss prevention program reviews to verify proper

development, implementation and monitoring per Saudi Aramco requirements

Performed mechanical completion inspections for new construction

installations

Assume duties of Project Management Safety Director as required

Authored and taught numerous training programs (available upon request)

BOEING (MCDONNELL DOUGLAS SERVICE, Inc) St. Louis, Mo. & Dhahran, Saudi

Arabia 1995 - 1997

Field Training Center EOD Instructor/SME - Specifically selected by the

Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) from previous position. Designed and developed

courses, syllabi and training aids, and conducted the first ever Explosive

Ordnance Disposal (EOD) courses in the Kingdom. Responsible for the

preparation of all training and course control documents for this yearlong

training program.

Coordinated and advised RSAF HQ on equipment and classified technical data

procurement, security, safety design, and construction of explosive related

training facilities

Developed and verified implementation of all security and safety

procedures associated with the course

LEAR SIEGLER, Inc /Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

1993 - 1995

Senior EOD Consultant - For the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) regarding all

EOD & security matters. Responsible for managing all the daily operations

of the RSAF EOD Detachment to include:

Supervised staff of eight (8) Saudi Arabs and two (2) British nationals

Provided Proficiency and Upgrade EOD Training to include C-IED, Standoff

Munition Disruption (SMUD) via marksmanship training with the Barrett 50

cal

Provided EOD support for King Abdul Aziz Air Base and King Fahad Gunnery

and Bombing Range

Managed Classified Technical Orders account, two (2) separate Explosive

Supply Point Accounts

Initiated a Joint Saudi/US munition disposal and training program between

the RSAF and United States Air Force (USAF) EOD Detachment, receiving

commendations from both services

Formally commended by USAF Commander, 4404th Wing, for outstanding support

of operation SOUTHERN WATCH

Represented RSAF during the work leading up to the first ever GTR-18

rocket launch in the Kingdom

Formally commended by RSAF HQ for his outstanding EOD support regarding

the Khobar Bombing post blast investigation

CMS, Inc /Tampa, FL.

1993

EOD Analyst Consultant - Provided technical support for preparation of

East and West Hemisphere Unexploded Ordnance/Ordnance Explosive Waste

(UXO/OEW) remediation proposal for the Army Corps of Engineers.

Additional responsibilities included writing and implementation of

Corporate Safety and Health Program and conducting security and quality

assurance evaluations for the $134 million Kuwait Mine Clearance Operation

Mr. Barrett's technical writing skills have been used in writing winning

proposals

EOD Technology, Inc./Oak Ridge, TN.

1991-1993

Corporate Training Manager/Project Manager - Managed numerous UXO/OEW

remediation projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and EPA Superfund

sites for this first civilian Explosive Ordnance Disposal/Bioremediation

Company within the USA. Responsibilities included:

Implemented Site Specific Safety and Health Plans (SSHPs) to insure all

operations (construction, ordnance location, and identification, removal,

and disposal operations) were performed safely, and in compliance with OSHA

and NRC regulations. Coordinated technical support of field technicians and

regulatory agencies at local, state, and federal levels. (Sites included;

RI/FS at Fort Irwin, CA; Camp Shelby, MS; Ft. Monroe, VA;Patriot Parkway,

Huntsville, AL; Kingsbury Ordnance Plant, La Port, IN; Ft. McCoy RCRA

Facility, Ft, McCoy, WI; Kent City Dump Site; Kent OH; Union Carbide,

Woodbine, GA.

Due to Mr. Barrett's cognitive, proactive safety and training programs,

which he authored, more than 156,000 tons of hazardous waste were safely

detected, recovered, and disposed of without incident or Lost Time Accident

Collateral duties during initial company growth included Human Resource

Manager and Quality Assurance Inspector

Mr. Barrett's technical writing skills have been used in writing winning

proposals

SUMMARY HIGHLIGHTS OF MILITARY EXPERIENCE

USAF EOD INSTRUCTOR NAVAL EOD SCHOOL DET 3, 3429TCHTS EGLIN

AFB, FL. 1989-1991

Certified Master Instructor and Master Training Specialist, selected as

Instructor of the Year and Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 1989

Taught over 1200 students from four branches of the U.S. Armed Forces

including 400 foreign students

Developed and authored the entire, highly technical, Fuze Functioning

curriculum for this Joint Service School

Developed and produced remedial training films for ordnance reconnaissance

Officially commended by the USAF for directing a range clearance during

DESERT STORM in which 5 tons of hazardous unexploded ordnance were disposed

of in half the allotted timeframe

USAF EOD SAFETY /QA EVALUATOR 3426TH MMS EGLIN

AFB, FL. 1986-1989

Hand selected to evaluate all safety activities performed by or involving

the 70 man EOD Branch to include; Developing training scenarios and

evaluating team actions on Chemical, Biological and Conventional munitions,

Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), Counter Improvised Explosive Devices (C-

IED) and supported aircraft: F-4, F-15, F-16, F-111, A-6, A-10, AC-130, T-

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Evaluated Render Safe Procedures (RSP) and provide direct safety support

for data acquisition on daily R&D tests. Projects included: Standoff

Munitions Disruption (SMUD), CBU-87 Combined Effects Munition,CBU-89 Gator

Mines, Hellfire Missile, AMRAAM, Catapult Launched Fuel Air Explosive

Munition (CATFAE), Enhanced Energy Warhead and STABO Runway Penetrator

Performed collateral duty as Weapon and Ground Safety Officer maintaining

a perfect safety record while performing over 2,000 explosive operations.

Formally commended by Department of the Air Force with the AF Commendation

Medal and the AF Achievement medal while serving in this position

USAF EOD TEAM CHIEF 3246TH MMS EGLIN

AFB, FL. 1985-1986

Provided direct daily support to intensive classified ordnance and

clandestine R&D tests

Assisted Project Engineers and other test support personnel in data

acquisition and analysis

Responsible for maintaining specialized test equipment valued over

$450,000

Cited for outstanding training and technical support to various civilian

organizations

Decorated for outstanding support while assigned to the U.S. Secret

Service (USSS) for protection of former President Ronald

W. Regan, President George W. Bush, Sr.,and Pope John Paul II (Karol

Wojtyla)

Decorated for outstanding technical support while undergoing a 24-hour

around-the-clock clean up/disposal operation of over 3 tons of

deteriorating explosives, chemicals, radioactive and incendiary hazards

USAF EOD SUPERVISOR 51st EMS/6405th EOD FLIGHT OSAN, KUNSAN AB,

KOREA 1983-1985

Supported Special Operation Missions throughout Southeast Asia. Formally

commended while providing protection for various VIPs and outstanding

support of NEST operations

Officially commended by the U.S. Navy for outstanding safety support for

disposal cleanup of 2,500 UXO and 10 tons of OEW on Kohoolawe Island,

Hawaii

Managed specialized equipment budget valued at over $500,000

Decorated for voluntary service as part of a joint service (2) two man

Tunnel Neutralization Team (TNT) and reconnaissance at Panmunjom, Korea

USAF EOD TECHNICIAN 2701st EOD SQUADRON HILL AFB, UTAH

1982-1983

Performed full range of EOD duties including a mobility commitment for

worldwide response to Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC)

incidents

Provided Secret Service support to various VIPs

Certified on the following Nuclear Weapons: W25, B28, W53, B53, W56, B57,

B61, W623, W78, W80, B83,

W84, W87

Performed large scale range clearance and disposal/demolition operations

in excess of 220,00 pounds

Promoted 1 Sep, 1983 Below-the-zone selectee

PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

Organized, trained, led and evaluated field and project teams, varying in

size from eight to 10,000 people; included civilian, military, industry and

contractor personnel from varied academic and functional disciplines.

Directed program and projects in three continents, including foreign

civilian and military personnel.

EDUCATION

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) / Minor International Business,

2004, GPA 3.67

Bachelor of Science (BSc), Criminology, 1994, GPA 4.00

TRAINING

Technical:

ASSE Root Cause Analysis Course, June 14-16, 2004

Saudi Aramco Crane Safety Course, August 13-

15, 2000

OSHA 40 hr

Hazardous Waste Site Workers Course, Apr 5-11, 1992

OSHA 500 Course, Feb 3-10,1992

CPR Instructor & Professional Rescue,

Oct 1991

Technical Training Teaching Practicum (216 hrs) - Jun 1990

Advance Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Sandia National Laboratory, Sep 21,

1990

Advance Access & Disablement of Improvised

Nuclear Devices (AA&D), May 11, 1990

Specialized Explosive Techniques, Apr 15, 1990

Advanced Explosive Ordnance Disposal Refresher, Jan 15, 1988

Explosive Ordnance Disposal School (Youngest graduate in School's

History,18), Sep 1, 1982

Chemical/Biological Course (5

months), 1981

Specialized:

USN Jungle Survival Training(JEST), E-2D-0034, Jun 5, 1985

USAF Special Operations School, Joint Psychological

Operations Course, Dec 18,1987

USA Two-Week Special Sniper Marksmanship Course, Fort Benning,GA. Nov

12-22, 1987

USAF Special Operations School, Southeast Asian Orientation Course,

Oct 22,1987

Combat Contingency Support Force School, Jun 25, 1987

USAF Special Operations School, Counterinsurgency Course, May

1, 1987

Integrated Base Recovery After Attack (BRATT), Dec 13,1986

Specialty Vehicle Institute of America Instructor's School Nov 4-25, 1986

Protection from Terrorism, Feb 26, 1986

Nuclear Surety, Sep 5, 1983

Hydrazine Hazards Mar 25, 1983

Espionage, Sabotage, Subversion, Feb 14, 1983

OPSEC/COMSEC Feb 22, 1983

Protection of the President,

Jan 7, 1983

Management / Leadership:

Mind Mapping Leadership Course, Jan 31-Feb 2, 2008

Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School, (Commandant's Award &

Distinguished Graduate), Jun 14, 1988 OJT

Trainer/Supervisor Course, May 12,1988

Enhanced Nuclear Safety and EOD Publications, Feb 1984

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Professional Suite and Mac

Iwork

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Member of American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), Since 2003

Member of International Association of Bomb Technician & Investigators

(IABTI), Since 1991

Member of Toastmasters International, Club No.9398, District 75, Since 2009

REFERENCES

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