Ryan MacArthur

Lead regulatory oversight and enforcement under federal legislation, ensuring compliance across major rail and dangerous goods operators in Western Canada. Manage regional inspection programs, optimizing scheduling, resource allocation, and budget to improve operational efficiency. Conduct high-risk inspections and investigations, identifying compliance gaps and recommending corrective actions that reduce organizational exposure.

Transportation Security Inspector / Acting Regional Manager - Transport Canada - Calgary, Alberta

(2019-02)

• Lead regulatory oversight and enforcement under federal legislation, ensuring compliance across major rail and dangerous goods operators in Western Canada.
• Manage regional inspection programs, optimizing scheduling, resource allocation, and budget to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct high-risk inspections and investigations, identifying compliance gaps and recommending corrective actions that reduce organizational exposure.
• Advise industry stakeholders on regulatory requirements, enabling practical, business-aligned compliance solutions.
• Coordinate with national security and intelligence partners to assess and mitigate risks to critical infrastructure.
• Prepare enforcement actions, reports, and briefings for senior leadership and regulatory decision-makers.

Constable - CN Police Service - Edmonton, Alberta

(2013-06 - 2019-02)

• Led emergency response planning and preparedness programs for a major rail corridor, improving response capability for derailments and critical incidents.
• Developed and delivered training programs, increasing operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Played a key role in recruitment and onboarding, strengthening workforce capability and retention.
• Contributed to corporate innovation initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency and service delivery.

Recruit Background Investigator - Calgary Police Service - Calgary, Alberta

(2014-09 - 2015-02)

• Conducted detailed background investigations, assessing candidate risk and suitability for law enforcement roles.
• Produced investigative reports to support executive hiring decisions.

Community Peace Officer - City of Chestermere - Chestermere, Alberta

(2014-03 - 2015-02)

• Enforced municipal and provincial regulations, focusing on traffic safety and commercial compliance.
• Engaged with the public and businesses to promote voluntary compliance and reduce enforcement actions.

Constable - Calgary Police Service - Calgary, Alberta

(2008-11 - 2013-06)

• Conducted complex investigations involving criminal, regulatory, and traffic-related offences.
• Performed interviews, surveillance, and evidence collection to support enforcement and prosecution outcomes.
• Managed high-pressure incidents requiring rapid risk assessment and decision-making.

Emergency Medical Technician - Calgary Health Region - Calgary, Alberta

(2006-12 - 2009-12)

• Delivered frontline emergency medical care and patient transport in high-pressure environments.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes.

Emergency Medical Responder / Firefighter - FirePower Oilfield Firefighting - Grande Prairie, Alberta

(2005-09 - 2006-04)

• Delivered standby emergency medical care and fire suppression capabilities in oilfield drilling environments and during fracking activities.
• Work with various outside agencies and companies to ensure safety of all onsite personnel.

High School Diploma - Herbert School (1991-09 - 1998-06)

Emergency Medical Responder and Emergency Medical Technician - Alberta Health and Safety Training Institute (2005-09 - 2006-10)