Corporate Operations Team

Brad is a Commissioning & Start Up Lead with approximately 20 years of experience in the development of static and dynamic commissioning procedures, work/modification packages, scheduling/resource planning, preservation programs, temporary support systems review and red lining, static equipment inspection and troubleshoot, including vessel inspection, closures, hydraulic flushing, hydrostatic testing, steam blows and air blows. Brad takes a very particle approach to commissioning and start-up, utilizing his excellent communication skills, rigor and drive. Brad started his career with OTS in 2007. He proves a sound leader capable of maintaining forward momentum and delivering quality work on budget and on schedule.

Greg is an experienced engineering professional skilled in many aspects of management, maintenance, and quality management systems, production, environmental and budgeting. Greg has over 26 years of experience and joined the OTS team in 2012. Greg completed his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at Dalhousie University in addition to his Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Nova Scotia. He is now a certified professional engineer.

Greg has provided both corporate and field support for OTS technical operations, working directly with field employees (schedulers/completions), clients and the business development team on requests for proposals. Greg also contributes to the overall development of OTS’ remote support teams, utilizing innovative techniques to provide clients with customized solutions.

Matthew is a driven leader with extensive experience in budgeting/forecasting, financial reporting, strategic planning and business development across various industries. By obtaining his Chartered Professional Accountant designation in 2012, Matthew has demonstrated expertise leading various finance teams and cross-functional projects to achieve strategic initiatives, cost cutting and process improvements. Matt is an accomplished manager with excellent communication and interpersonal skills having led and developed a diverse group of staff. Matt has been a member of the OTS team since 2016 and looks forward to growing the business throughout North America.

Paul is a Certified Registered Safety Professional, CRSP and a Certified Engineering Technologist with over 15 years’ experience in Health and Safety in the construction, oil and gas industry. Paul joined the OTS team in 2010 and leads all HSE initiatives within OTS, including setting up and maintaining the HSE programs on site to meet OTS and client requirements. He provides ongoing support for both corporate and project HSE programs working directly with field Management, Employees, and Clients in Incident, Injury and all HSE loss prevention. Paul is dedicated to safety first, fulfilling OTS’ mandate of “Safety, it’s for Life”.

Tracey is a HR Manager with more than 20 years experience in the Staffing Industry managing diverse human resources functions across various industries. With a strong foundation in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management and compliance, Tracey is dedicated to fostering positive workplace environments and driving organizational success. Her expertise lies in identifying HR strategies that align with business goals, enhancing employee engagement.

Originally trained as an aircraft mechanic during service in the armed forces, later transitioning to a Technician/Engineer, eventually moving to a quality systems focused role, initially in commercial aviation operations and production, through to a period serving international oil, gas, and renewable projects for industry leading organisations.

Rodney brings over 37 years of experience in the energy, power, and industrial sectors. Before co-founding OTS in 2005, he spent 17 years in the industry, including 7 years with ExxonMobil as an Offshore Installation Manager in both onshore and offshore roles. He has played a key role in driving OTS’s expansion beyond oil and gas, extending into clean energy, renewables, diverse energy sectors, mining, and various industrial applications. His vision and leadership continue to drive OTS’s success through strategic growth, enhanced quality and safety systems, and innovative management practices.

Steve had over 28 years’ of mechanical and commissioning experience when he fulfilled his interest in operating an independent commissioning and start-up company by co-founding OTS in 2005.

He is a Journeyman Industrial Mechanic and also studied at St. Francis Xavier University, towards a Bachelor of Arts degree. Steve leads all business development activities for OTS, seeking opportunities and building long term relationships with clients. He liaises actively with clients to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of projects while also maintaining indirect relationships with project site staff to ensure logistics and other contractual items related to projects are being performed efficiently and effectively.

Steve brings over 35 years of experience in construction, commissioning, and operations of onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. He co-founded OTS in 2005 and has been instrumental in developing and implementing commissioning and startup strategies for multiple mega projects across the oil and gas, mining, and minerals industries. From Front-End Engineering Design to steady-state operations, he has been actively involved in all phases of large-scale project development. His deep technical expertise in commissioning and startup has led to the creation of foundational principles and processes that drive OTS’s operational success.

Steve currently manages and coordinates all business development activity, with a strong focus on direct expansion and diversification.

Steve has 24 years’ experience working in the energy sector holding several key positions providing superior services to a variety of clients. His desire to focus on the commissioning and start-up industry led him to join the OTS Team. Steve began working with OTS in 2008 and held various field and corporate positions throughout his tenure. Steve now operates as a Projects Manager, a role that splits his time between project support and field work as a Commissioning Manager. Steve’s understanding of OTS corporate culture and support teams allows him to excel as a field level manager.