SHAWN P. GROVES
St. John’s, NL, Canada
A1A-5S7
PH: 1-709-***-****
Email- *****.******@****.***
Highlights of Qualifications
Diploma in Fire Protection and Safety
Valid Basic Survival Training – Offshore
Experienced and Trained in numerous Fire protection and Safety Systems
10 Years experience working in an industrial / commercial setting
Highly efficient and Safety oriented work ethic
Overseen the Operations of Large Projects from Start to Finish
Lead Hand Offshore and Onshore with Key Operators
Managed a Fire and Safety Division with 14 Employees with a Sales Budget of 4+ Million
Contractor Administrator for 3 Offshore Oil and Gas Contracts
Overseen the Construction, Design, Installation and Commissioning of Fire Protection and Safety Systems
Consultant for Fire Protection and Safety Systems
Summary of Education
09/1994-06/1996
Fire Protection and Safety Technician Diploma
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario
Skills Acquired:
Hazard Identification
Safety Management
Fire and Safety Inspections and Investigations
Fire Prevention & Protection
Fire Alarm Systems
Occupational Health and Safety
Job Safety Analysis and Hazard Assessments
Environmental Management
Sprinkler, Fire Extinguishers and Fire Suppression Systems
Accident, Incident, Root Cause Investigation
Personal Protective Equipment
Codes, Regulations and Applications
Fire and Safety Plans and Planning
Health and Safety Committee
Electrical and Electronics Training
Shawn Groves Resume - Page 2
04/1994-08/1995
Fire Fighting Certification (10 Week Course)
Marine Offshore Simulator, Safety Training and Research Centre Foxtrap, Newfoundland
Skills Acquired:
Structural Fire Fighting
Search and Rescue
Fire Behaviour
Personal Protective Equipment
09/1989-06/1992
High School Diploma
Holy Heart of Mary Regional High School
St. John's, Newfoundland
Achievements:
Student Council Representative (2 years)
Co-ordinator of Spirit Week (1 year)
Sport Teams (3 years)
Summary of Work Experience
10/1998-Present
Fire Protection and Safety Technical Services - Atlantic Canada
Service Lead (4+ Years / Present Position)
Lead Technical Hand (10+ Years)
K&D Pratt Group Inc., St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Duties:
Safety Inspections
Safety Committee Management Co-Chair
Lead Hand for Offshore Accounts
Personal Protective Equipment
Emergency Lighting Systems
Codes, Regulations, Applications and Enforcement
Fire Inspections
Fire Protection and Safety Consultant
Fire Alarm Systems - Inspections, Testing, Maintenance,
Repair, Design and Installation
Quotes, Takeoffs, Specifications and Proposals
Administrative Responsibilities
Fire Extinguishers - Inspection, Maintenance, and Design
Business Planning, Budget Planning
Special Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, Repair, Design and Installation
Sprinkler System - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair
Shawn Groves Resume - Page 3
10/1996-10/1998
Fire Protection and Safety
Lead Technician
Bartec Fire Safety Systems, Burnaby, British Columbia
Duties:
Fire and Safety Inspections
Fire Alarm Systems - Inspections, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair
Inspection Reports
Codes, Regulations, Applications and Enforcement
Sprinkler Systems - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair
Electrical Emergency Lighting and Systems
Fire Extinguishers - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair
Special Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair
Certificates and Training
Basic Survival Training Certificate for Offshore Employment
Hydrogen Sulphide Alive Certificate (MOSSTRC)
Management Co-Chair Safety Committee
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate
Self Contained Breathing Equipment Certified for Inspection
Certified Instructor Canadian Fire Alarm Association
High Angle Rescue Certificate Marine Institute (MOSSTRC)
Member - Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists
Emergency Lighting Course (British Columbia Training Institute)
Fall Arrest Protection – DBI Sala
Entry into Confined Spaces Certificate OH&S
WHIMIS Certificate
Emergency First Aid Course (St. John Ambulance)
Siemens Trained – Various Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
Ansul Trained - Fire Extinguishers
Pyro-Chem Trained – Kitchen/Galley Fire Suppressions Systems
Pyro-Chem Trained – FM200 Fire Suppression Systems
Ansul Trained – Fire Suppression Systems
Ansul Trained – Foam Fire Systems Design and Maintenance
Securiplex Trained – Water Mist Fire Suppression Systems
Securiplex Trained – Fire Alarm and Gas Detection Systems
Standard First Aid – St. John Ambulance
Shawn Groves Resume - Page 4
License and Permits
Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Sprinkler Systems and Other Water Based Fire Protection Systems Issued September 1998 by the Fire Commissioner.
Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Fire Alarm Systems Issued November 1998 by the Fire Commissioner
Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of All Fixed Fire Suppression Systems Issued December 1998 by the Fire Commissioner
Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Portable Fire Extinguishers Issued November 1998 by the Fire Commissioner
Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Standpipe and Hose Systems Issued September 1998 by the Fire Commissioner
Interests and Activities
Camping, Boating, and Travelling.
References
Available upon request