Brandon Adams

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: brandon.adams@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: brandonadams_inspector

Summary

Leveraging 7 years of experience in transportation safety and compliance, I have successfully conducted over 500 inspections across various modes, ensuring adherence to federal and provincial regulations. Proven ability to identify and mitigate risks, contributing to a 15% reduction in non-compliance incidents for previous employers. Adept at applying comprehensive knowledge of transportation codes to maintain high safety standards and operational efficiency.

Experience

Senior Transportation Safety Inspector, Metrolinx -- Toronto, Canada

Mar 2020 – present

• Lead a team of 3 inspectors in conducting complex safety audits and compliance checks for GO Transit and UP Express operations, ensuring adherence to Transport Canada and provincial standards.

• Developed and implemented new inspection protocols for rolling stock and infrastructure, resulting in a 10% improvement in pre-service defect identification.

• Investigated over 80 transportation incidents, accurately determining root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Provided expert testimony and reports for regulatory bodies, supporting enforcement actions and policy development.

Transportation Inspector, Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) -- Mississauga, Canada

Sept 2016 – Feb 2020

• Performed comprehensive inspections of commercial vehicles, drivers, and carrier operations across Ontario, verifying compliance with Highway Traffic Act and Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) requirements.

• Conducted over 400 roadside and facility inspections, issuing citations for violations and ensuring immediate rectification of critical safety defects.

• Trained new inspectors on MTO policies, procedures, and the effective use of inspection tools and technologies.

• Contributed to a regional initiative that reduced serious commercial vehicle incidents by 5% through targeted enforcement and educational outreach.

Education

Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University), Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2013 – Apr 2016

Skills

Inspection & Compliance: Regulatory Compliance, Safety Audits, Incident Investigation, Quality Assurance, Risk Assessment, Defect Identification, Hazardous Materials Inspection, Vehicle Inspection, Infrastructure Inspection, Data Analysis

Regulatory Knowledge: Transport Canada Regulations, Highway Traffic Act, CVOR Program, CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability), Provincial & Federal Transportation Codes

Technical Skills: Diagnostic Tools, Reporting Software, Microsoft Office Suite, GPS Systems, Digital Imaging, Data Management

Interpersonal Skills: Communication, Team Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Training & Mentoring, Stakeholder Engagement, Report Writing