Jacques le Grange
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Results-driven manager with experience & expertise in business operations, facilities management and maintenance, hazardous waste & asbestos abatement, with strong leadership skills who maintains regulation compliance.
Proven track record in health and safety training and waste disposal management, enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards.
Alignment to diligent audit preparation & communication with superiors with regard meeting company objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager - Maintenance & Asbestos
Border Hazmat
South Africa
04.2012 - 08.2026
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance safety and compliance in hazardous materials handling.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, increasing efficiency in daily operations.
- Supervised asbestos removal teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on safe abatement practices and equipment use.
- Conducted site assessments to identify hazardous materials and determine appropriate remediation strategies.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to optimize workflow efficiency and minimize operational delays.
- Monitored air quality during abatement projects to maintain compliance with environmental standards.
- Collaborated with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines for asbestos handling.
- Led incident investigations to identify causes of safety breaches and develop corrective action plans.
- Complied with environmental laws and regulations concerning asbestos and hazardous waste removal.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations to ensure facility functionality and safety standards.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance equipment reliability.
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships to secure timely services and supplies at competitive rates.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring optimal stock levels for maintenance tasks.
- Acted as a key liaison between the maintenance department, upper management, and building occupants – ensuring clear communication of expectations and priorities.
- Created detailed reports on facility conditions, enabling informed decision-making for management regarding upgrades or repairs.
- Managed a team of skilled technicians for timely completion of repair tasks, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Promoted positive employee morale by fostering an inclusive work environment and addressing workplace issues promptly.
- Conducted KPI for employee performance regularly to identify areas for growth or improvement; provided constructive feedback accordingly.
Branch Manager - Hazardous Waste
Averda Environtmental Services
South Africa
08.2008 - 03.2012
- Oversaw daily branch operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Mentored staff on best practices in waste management and operational procedures to drive team performance.
- Analyzed branch performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and service delivery efficiency.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, fostering collaboration for sustainable solutions.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing operational costs while maintaining service quality standards.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
- Regular communicating & submitting reports to head office.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenside High School
South AfricaMicrosoft Certified Systems Engineer - Computer and Information Systems
Torque IT
South AfricaAsbestos Abatement -
AirCheck
South AfricaSkills
- Asbestos identification
- Abatement techniques
- Air monitoring
- Decontamination procedures
- Site assessment
- Safety training
- Safety equipment management
- Hazardous material remediation
- Waste management
- Work area preparation
- Problem-solving
- Air monitoring
Timeline
Operations Manager - Maintenance & Asbestos
Border Hazmat
04.2012 - 08.2026
Branch Manager - Hazardous Waste
Averda Environtmental Services
08.2008 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Greenside High School
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer - Computer and Information Systems
Torque IT
Asbestos Abatement -
AirCheck