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Kirk Freckleton

New York,USA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

GIS CONSULTANTRETAIL ASSOCIATECONSULTANTMANAGER, PROPERTY, TRANSPORT & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTHGEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM ENGINEER

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: New York, USANewark, NJ
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

80000/yr - 200000/yr

Summary

Experienced GIS and Infrastructure Management Professional with over 20 years of expertise in geospatial analysis, facilities and asset management, urban and regional planning, project coordination, and public-sector operations. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex infrastructure and land development projects, and deliver innovative solutions that support organizational objectives. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and operational improvement. Extensive experience working with government agencies, international organizations, and private sector stakeholders to support sustainable development, resource management, and infrastructure planning initiatives.

Overview

1
1
Certification
33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

GIS CONSULTANT

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2024 - Current
  • Conduct spatial analysis supporting irrigation infrastructure, drainage systems, watershed management, and land development initiatives.
  • Perform topographic assessments and drainage path analysis to support infrastructure maintenance and operational planning.
  • Support sustainable land and water resource management initiatives.
  • Provide technical recommendations for infrastructure improvements and environmental management practices.
  • Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders on land development and maintenance projects.

RETAIL ASSOCIATE

Home Depot
01.2022 - Current
  • Support inventory management, logistics coordination, customer service, and operational activities.
  • Maintain compliance with safety procedures and workplace standards.
  • Assist with material handling, equipment movement, and inventory replenishment operations.

CONSULTANT

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United Nations
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supported agricultural and land management initiatives throughout Jamaica, Belize, and The Bahamas.
  • Assisted with planning and implementation of sustainable resource management programs.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to improve operational effectiveness and project delivery.
  • Supported environmental stewardship and land-use management initiatives.

MANAGER, PROPERTY, TRANSPORT & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Directed the management and maintenance of company properties, operational facilities, fleet assets, and equipment.
  • Supervised technical and operational personnel responsible for maintenance and support services.
  • Managed preventative maintenance programs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
  • Administered procurement activities, contractor coordination, and vendor relationships.
  • Developed and implemented Occupational Safety and Health programs and compliance initiatives.
  • Oversaw facility inspections, asset inventories, and equipment utilization programs.
  • Managed departmental budgets and monitored expenditures to ensure fiscal accountability.
  • Coordinated emergency preparedness initiatives and operational response activities.
  • Implemented asset management systems and operational improvements that increased efficiency and accountability.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM ENGINEER

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2006 - 01.2020
  • Managed GIS-based Facilities Management and Asset Management systems supporting organizational operations.
  • Maintained infrastructure and asset databases used for maintenance planning and operational decision-making.
  • Supported maintenance programs through mapping, asset tracking, and operational analysis.
  • Coordinated infrastructure assessments and facility-related projects.
  • Developed quality control procedures and operational reporting systems.
  • Collaborated with engineering, maintenance, environmental, and operations personnel to support organizational goals.

URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNER / GIS SPECIALIST

Development Bank of Jamaica
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Managed land-use surveys and coordinated field operations.
  • Supervised project activities and ensured quality assurance standards were maintained.
  • Coordinated stakeholder engagement activities and project meetings.
  • Supported planning initiatives involving environmental management and infrastructure development.

PLANNING OFFICER

Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ)
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Evaluated development proposals, policies, and infrastructure plans.
  • Provided technical guidance regarding land management, environmental sustainability, transportation, and hazard mitigation.
  • Collaborated with government agencies and stakeholders on development initiatives.
  • Assisted with preparation of national planning and statistical reports.

SENIOR RESETTLEMENT OFFICER

Ministry of Transport and Works
01.1997 - 01.2000
  • Coordinated community engagement and stakeholder relations for major infrastructure projects.
  • Managed approvals, compliance activities, and project coordination.
  • Collaborated with government agencies and contractors to achieve project objectives.

PLANNING OFFICER

Ministry of Housing and Environment
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • Evaluated development applications and environmental considerations.
  • Participated in project budgeting, planning, and implementation activities.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure and development projects.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Jentech Consultants Limited
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Supervised field personnel and project activities.
  • Assisted with technical investigations, reporting, and project coordination.
  • Maintained quality control standards for field operations.

Education

Professional Master's Degree - Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation, Urban Planning and Management

International Institute for Aerospace Survey and Earth Sciences (ITC)
Netherlands

Bachelor of Science - Physical Planning and Environmental Resource Development

University of Technology
Jamaica

Diploma - Physical Planning Technology

University of Technology
Jamaica

Skills

  • Facilities & Grounds Operations
  • Property & Asset Management
  • Parks & Public Space Operations
  • Irrigation Infrastructure Management
  • Staff Supervision & Workforce Development
  • Occupational Safety & Health
  • Preventative Maintenance Programs
  • Equipment & Fleet Management
  • Vendor & Contractor Coordination
  • Procurement & Budget Administration
  • Public Sector Administration
  • Emergency Response Planning
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • GIS & Asset Management Systems
  • Infrastructure Operations
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Operations & Management
  • Facilities Management
  • Asset Management
  • Property Administration
  • Budget Monitoring
  • Procurement Coordination
  • Vendor Management
  • Software
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • ArcGIS Pro
  • ArcGIS Online
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • Infrastructure & Environmental Management
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Drainage Analysis
  • Land Resource Management
  • Environmental Planning
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Spatial Analysis

Certification

  • Certificate in Data Analysis (MySQL, Python, Tableau)
  • Certificate in Project Management Principles and Practices
  • Certificate in Revit Level I
  • Certificate in Architectural Desktop

Timeline

GIS CONSULTANT

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2024 - Current

RETAIL ASSOCIATE

Home Depot
01.2022 - Current

CONSULTANT

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United Nations
01.2022 - 01.2023

MANAGER, PROPERTY, TRANSPORT & OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2020 - 01.2021

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM ENGINEER

National Irrigation Commission Limited
01.2006 - 01.2020

URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNER / GIS SPECIALIST

Development Bank of Jamaica
01.2004 - 01.2005

PLANNING OFFICER

Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ)
01.2002 - 01.2003

SENIOR RESETTLEMENT OFFICER

Ministry of Transport and Works
01.1997 - 01.2000

PLANNING OFFICER

Ministry of Housing and Environment
01.1995 - 01.1997

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Jentech Consultants Limited
01.1993 - 01.1994

Diploma - Physical Planning Technology

University of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Physical Planning and Environmental Resource Development

University of Technology

Professional Master's Degree - Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation, Urban Planning and Management

International Institute for Aerospace Survey and Earth Sciences (ITC)

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