Dan Blair

Safety-focused professional with over 15 years of leadership and operational experience in the Canadian Armed Forces, where risk management, hazard identification, and strict adherence to safety procedures were fundamental to every task. Experienced working independently and leading teams in high-risk environments while maintaining strong documentation, communication, and incident reporting standards. Graduate of Eastern College's Advanced Systems Management and Cybersecurity program with excellent Microsoft Office skills and a proven ability to build positive working relationships.

Committed to promoting safe worksites and protecting workers through professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

IT Support Intern at Eastern College (2025-11 – 2026-03)

• Assisted users with account access, password resets, software support, and technical troubleshooting.
• Communicated professionally with clients through chat, email, and remote support sessions.
• Documented support activities and followed established procedures for escalation and issue resolution.
• Worked with Microsoft Office 365, Teams, remote support tools, and internal ticketing systems.
• Maintained professionalism and confidentiality while assisting users in fast-paced support environments.

Combat Engineer at Canadian Armed Forces (2008-10 – 2024-10)

• Conducted risk assessments and identified hazards to support safe operations in demanding training and operational environments.
• Ensured compliance with military safety procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and established operational policies.
• Led and mentored teams in high-risk environments, promoting accountability, communication, and safe work practices.
• Completed detailed reports, documentation, and operational records requiring accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Inspected equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Planned and coordinated complex operations requiring sound judgment, situational awareness, and disciplined decision-making under pressure.
• Participated in pre-task safety briefings, risk assessments, and after-action reviews to identify lessons learned and continuously improve operational safety.

Construction Labourer at Maple Leaf Homes (2007 – 2008)

• Assisted in the construction of prefabricated homes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Installed exterior sheathing and siding while following workplace safety procedures and quality standards.
• Worked collaboratively with team members to meet production schedules and maintain quality workmanship.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work area while handling construction materials and equipment.

Diploma in Advanced Systems Management and Cybersecurity – Eastern College (2024-03 – 2026-03)