Juan Gonzalez
Regional Manager at Golden Arrow Ltd- Claim this Profile
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Bio
Credentials
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NCSO - National Construction Safety Officer
Alberta Construction Safety Association
Experience
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Golden Arrow Group of Companies
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Canada
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Truck Transportation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Manager
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Jan 2020 - Present
• Operate three sites across Peace River Region with 30+ drivers and a fleet of buses that provide scheduled routes to transport workforce to and from worksites. • Manage the daily contractual requirements of the clients by making informed decisions based on safety, service, and productivity standards. • Manage and use key metrics to administer performance including on-time requirements • Identify problems and work collaboratively with passengers and clients towards a practical and… Show more • Operate three sites across Peace River Region with 30+ drivers and a fleet of buses that provide scheduled routes to transport workforce to and from worksites. • Manage the daily contractual requirements of the clients by making informed decisions based on safety, service, and productivity standards. • Manage and use key metrics to administer performance including on-time requirements • Identify problems and work collaboratively with passengers and clients towards a practical and timely resolution by maintaining open communication and rapport building. • Provides operational leadership by directing fleet maintenance programs to support the operating plan and overall business goals.
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HR Recruiter and Safety Officer
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Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
• Identified best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices. • Completed Investigative Reporting, including investigating collisions, near-miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes, implement preventive measures, and manage return-to-work activities. • Provided technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary… Show more • Identified best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices. • Completed Investigative Reporting, including investigating collisions, near-miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes, implement preventive measures, and manage return-to-work activities. • Provided technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary changes. • Coordinated employee safety programs to determine their adequacy including review of short- and long-term strategic safety planning and development.
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First Student
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United States
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School and Employee Bus Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Safety Officer - NCSO
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Jan 2014 - Dec 2017
• Identified worksite hazards and assisted in implementing appropriate controls. • Instructed approximately 50 new drivers yearly totaling 2,000 training hours per year. • Toolbox and Safety Meetings at Shell Albian Village-AB • Ordered suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety. • Investigated accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future. • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment… Show more • Identified worksite hazards and assisted in implementing appropriate controls. • Instructed approximately 50 new drivers yearly totaling 2,000 training hours per year. • Toolbox and Safety Meetings at Shell Albian Village-AB • Ordered suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety. • Investigated accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future. • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations. Show less • Identified worksite hazards and assisted in implementing appropriate controls. • Instructed approximately 50 new drivers yearly totaling 2,000 training hours per year. • Toolbox and Safety Meetings at Shell Albian Village-AB • Ordered suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety. • Investigated accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future. • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment… Show more • Identified worksite hazards and assisted in implementing appropriate controls. • Instructed approximately 50 new drivers yearly totaling 2,000 training hours per year. • Toolbox and Safety Meetings at Shell Albian Village-AB • Ordered suspension of activities that pose threats to workers' health or safety. • Investigated accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future. • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations. Show less
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Golden Arrow Group of Companies
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Canada
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Truck Transportation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Motorcoach Operator
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2013
• Transported passengers along pre-assigned routes. • Performed basic vehicle maintenance to ensure vehicle is in good working condition. • Operated equipment safely • Transported passengers along pre-assigned routes. • Performed basic vehicle maintenance to ensure vehicle is in good working condition. • Operated equipment safely
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Lethbridge Family Services
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Canada
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Health and Human Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Assistant
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Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
• Worked with immigrants in assisting them to adapt to new life in Lethbridge, AB. • Maintained high levels of confidentiality regarding the client files • Reviewed Federal Government Funding Applications • Facilitated preparation of the budget to support these applications. • Provided English and Spanish translations for all immigration documentation required by Federal and Provincial Governments. • Worked with immigrants in assisting them to adapt to new life in Lethbridge, AB. • Maintained high levels of confidentiality regarding the client files • Reviewed Federal Government Funding Applications • Facilitated preparation of the budget to support these applications. • Provided English and Spanish translations for all immigration documentation required by Federal and Provincial Governments.
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Standford Electronics
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Panama City, Panamá, Panama
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Regional Manager – Central America and Caribbean
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Oct 2005 - Dec 2009
• Oversaw growth and profit of the operations in Central America and Caribbean. • Responsible for meeting 20% sales quota increases with annual sales of 10M and developed pricing strategies based of competitor’s pricing and market research. • Achieved Management by Objective targets (MBO) for LG appliance line. • Rapport-building with clients • Negotiated lines of credit of approximately 1M with the KEB, Korean Exchange Bank of Panama. • Participated in the yearly international… Show more • Oversaw growth and profit of the operations in Central America and Caribbean. • Responsible for meeting 20% sales quota increases with annual sales of 10M and developed pricing strategies based of competitor’s pricing and market research. • Achieved Management by Objective targets (MBO) for LG appliance line. • Rapport-building with clients • Negotiated lines of credit of approximately 1M with the KEB, Korean Exchange Bank of Panama. • Participated in the yearly international CES, Consumer Electronics Trade Show, to create public awareness of the company products, and to establish new business contacts. Show less • Oversaw growth and profit of the operations in Central America and Caribbean. • Responsible for meeting 20% sales quota increases with annual sales of 10M and developed pricing strategies based of competitor’s pricing and market research. • Achieved Management by Objective targets (MBO) for LG appliance line. • Rapport-building with clients • Negotiated lines of credit of approximately 1M with the KEB, Korean Exchange Bank of Panama. • Participated in the yearly international… Show more • Oversaw growth and profit of the operations in Central America and Caribbean. • Responsible for meeting 20% sales quota increases with annual sales of 10M and developed pricing strategies based of competitor’s pricing and market research. • Achieved Management by Objective targets (MBO) for LG appliance line. • Rapport-building with clients • Negotiated lines of credit of approximately 1M with the KEB, Korean Exchange Bank of Panama. • Participated in the yearly international CES, Consumer Electronics Trade Show, to create public awareness of the company products, and to establish new business contacts. Show less
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Samsung Electronics
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South Korea
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Marketing Manager
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Mar 1997 - Sep 2005
• Led in all aspects of business planning and business growth regarding wholesale distribution for the Caribbean, Colombian, and Venezuelan markets • Ensured budget was controlled and revenue opportunities were effectively sourced and delivered. • Delivered achievable company targets of 912K for Caribbean, 11M Colombian, and 9M Venezuela. • Led in all aspects of business planning and business growth regarding wholesale distribution for the Caribbean, Colombian, and Venezuelan markets • Ensured budget was controlled and revenue opportunities were effectively sourced and delivered. • Delivered achievable company targets of 912K for Caribbean, 11M Colombian, and 9M Venezuela.
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Education
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2006 - 2008
Latin American University of International Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General -
2006 - 2008
Universidad Latinoamericana de Comercio Exterior
International Commerce, Intermodal Transportation / Maritime Business -
1993 - 1994
Harvard University
Graduate certificate of Business Management, Business Management -
1987 - 1993
Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua
Bachelor of Political Science and Laws (LL.B.), International Business, Trade, and Tax Law -
1986 - 1990
Instituto Justo Arosemena
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
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