Andy Mariage
Parkland County,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Operations Manager with 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, and oilfield operations. Currently leading multi-site operations and a fleet of 100+ units, with full responsibility for personnel, safety compliance, maintenance planning, and customer delivery. Proven ability to improve operational efficiency, manage large teams, control costs, and maintain high safety standards in demanding environments. Combines hands-on field experience with strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Western Midstream Inc.
01.2018 - Current
- Lead end-to-end operations for a growing transportation and oilfield services division.
- Direct daily operations for a fleet of 100+ tractors and trailers across multiple job sites
- Lead and mentor dispatchers, field supervisors, service coordinators and drivers to ensure performance and accountability
- Establish priorities, allocate resources, and resolve operational challenges in real time
- Control labor costs through overtime approvals and workforce planning
- Contribute to operational budgeting and cost management initiatives
- Improve fleet uptime through proactive maintenance coordination
- Act as primary liaison between company, clients, and vendors
- Maintain strong relationships to ensure service reliability and business continuity
- Enforce company safety programs and regulatory compliance (H2S, TDG, WHMIS, etc.)
- Promote a safety-first culture across all levels of the operation
- Lead hiring, onboarding, and training of drivers and operational staff
- Manage performance, discipline, and retention of team members
Class 1 Driver (Progressive Roles)
Western Midstream Inc. / Jonker Trucking / Attack Oilfield / Noduco
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Progressed through multiple driving and field roles, building deep operational knowledge of transportation and oilfield logistics.
- Hauled oil, condensate, produced water, and oversized freight
- Operated Super B tankers, flatbeds, tri-quad, vac trucks, and hydrovac units
- Worked in remote and high-risk environments requiring strict safety adherence
- Developed strong understanding of field operations, logistics challenges, and equipment handling
Truck Driver (Long Haul & Cross-Border)
Peter Hodge / Schneider National
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Completed long-haul deliveries across Canada and the U.S.
- Operated reefer, van, and dump trailers
- Maintained compliance with cross-border regulations and schedules
Apprentice Mechanic
Farr Ford
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Supported diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of vehicles
- Built strong mechanical foundation supporting later fleet management expertise
Education
Secondary School Diploma -
Skills
- Operational Strategy & Execution
- Fleet Optimization & Asset Management
- Budget Oversight & Cost Control
- Team Leadership (Dispatch, Drivers, Supervisors)
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Workforce Planning & Recruitment
- Process Improvement & Efficiency
Certification
- First Aid
- H2S Alive
- TDG & WHMIS
- Common Safety Orientation (CSO)
- Level 2 Commercial Vehicle Incident Investigation Course
- AMTA – Health and Safety System Building (HSSB)
- ABSA Special Oilwell boiler certification
Executive Strengths
- Strong operational leadership with hands-on credibility
- Ability to bridge field operations and management strategy
- Proven reliability in high-pressure, 24/7 environments
- Safety-focused leader with deep industry experience
Timeline
Operations Manager
Western Midstream Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Class 1 Driver (Progressive Roles)
Western Midstream Inc. / Jonker Trucking / Attack Oilfield / Noduco
01.2012 - 01.2018
Truck Driver (Long Haul & Cross-Border)
Peter Hodge / Schneider National
01.2005 - 01.2012
Apprentice Mechanic
Farr Ford
01.2001 - 01.2004