Jason Golka

Summary

I have been involved in the marine construction industry both above and below the water for the last 25 years.  In that time, I have been heavily involved in pumps, dredges, fluid management and tailings operations on various sites in the energy sector.  I have taken part in everything from inspections to construction and salvage. My knowledge and experience in the maintenance and repairs of pumps, compressors, generators, engines, heating and cooling systems, and other mechanical systems is extensive. 

For the last 7 years I have been employed by North American Construction working at Suncor base mine and Fort Hills in Tailings. I have been involved in general operations as well as bigger projects. I have always taken safety very seriously, and believe education and mindfulness are the keys to keeping people safe. As a Supervisor/Manager, I have been responsible to plan jobs, procure materials and equipment, bid on work as well as complete competitive estimates. I have also directed the day-to-day work with crews both in the field and in a shop. I am quick to pick up new knowledge and skills and I embrace continuing education.  I am used to coordinating groups of multidiscipline personnel and third-party contractors.

Accomplishments

  • Notable projects include Construction, commissioning and start-up of the Thin Fine Tailings Pump Barges at Suncor, construction and launch of 2 large pump barges at Suncor
  • Assembly of multiple dredges of various makes and size at Suncor in various ponds. 3 separate moves to relocate TFT barges at Suncor’s Sand Placement Area 8
  • Construction and expansions of hydro dams in BC. Including Brilliant dam and Waneta Dam, as well as maintenance on older dams throughout Alberta
  • Major repairs and underwater pouring of concrete at Hugh Keenleyside Dam in BC
  • Construction and repair of bridges. Notably, the new Walterdale Bridge in Edmonton.

Skills and Knowledge

·         Welding/fabrication

·         Plumbing/Pipe work/fitting

·         Pipeline Inspection and Installation

·         Carpentry

·         Rigging and Hoisting

·         General Construction/ Repairs/Maintenance

·         Mechanical/ Millwright Work

·         Concrete Forming and pouring

·         Equipment Operation

·         Confined Space Entries and Pipe/Tunnel Penetrations

·         Boating Operations

·         Hydro-dam Inspection and Maintenance

·         Dredges and Dredging

·         Inspection

·         Tailings Pipeline and Tailings Systems

·         Leadership/Supervisory Skills

·         Planning and Scheduling

·         Effective Communicator (written and verbal)

·         Read and interpret drawings

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office

·         Computer Drawing/Drafting

·         Classroom Instruction

Experience

Northern Underwater Systems 2000 – 2006. Commercial diver and supervisor. Marine construction, barge work, boating operations, pumping, dredging, mechanical repairs, equipment operation, fabrication and salvage. Responsible for safety of crew and safety paperwork, estimating and bidding work, as well as writing reports and filling out LEMs.

Westcoast Divers/ Sawchuck Pile Driving 2006 – 2007. Commercial diver. Marine construction, dredging. Bridgeman apprentice 2nd year. Pile driving, carpentry, marine construction, barge work, boating operations.

Canadian Dewatering 2007 – 2016. Diving supervisor/Project Manager. Commercial diving operations, marine construction, barge work, boating operations, pumping, and dredging, equipment operation, tailings, and fluid management.  Responsible for safety of crew and safety paperwork, estimating and bidding work, as well as writing reports and filling out LEMs.

Advanced Diving Projects 2016 – 2017. Commercial Diver/Supervisor. Marine construction, equipment operation.

Triple E Marketing 2017 – 2020.  Owner/CEO, supply online marketing services, website construction and automation integration.

North American Construction 2018 – 2023. Marine Supervisor for Tailings and Environmental Construction. Supervise marine operations and projects at Suncor. Assembly of dredges and pipe systems, maintenance of tailings pump and dredge systems. Assist operations.  Responsible for safety of crew and safety paperwork, estimating and bidding work, as well as writing reports and filling out LEMs.

Farlinger & Associates 2023 – 2023. Project Manager.  Co-ordinate crews and subcontractors. Procurement

North American Construction 2023 – Present. Superintendent for Tailings and Environmental Construction.  Estimating and bidding work, as well as writing reports and completing billing.  Responsible for the maintenance of marine assets and all on site work. 

Education & Training

High School – Stony Plain Memorial Composite High School 

Post-Secondary – Canadian Working Divers Institute – Unrestricted Surface Supplied Commercial Diver

Continuing Education –

Leadership and NCSO Designation (Currently working toward)-

  • Leadership for Safety Excellence
  • Legislation Awareness
  • Principles of Health and Safety Management
  • ADC Supervisor
  • Confined Space Instructor
  • Dive Accident Management
  • AMSA Supervisor

Standard Safety Courses –

  • Marine Basic First Aid/ CPR/ AED
  • H2S Alive
  • Confined Space Entry/ Monitor
  • Fire Safety
  • CSTS
  • WHMIS
  • Oxygen Administration
  • Fall Protection

Equipment & Technical Training

  • Front-end Wheel Loader Operator
  • Forklift / Zoom Boom Operator
  • Overhead Crane Operator
  • Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)
  • 60 Ton Limited Masters
  • Restricted Radio Operator
  • Marine Emergency Duties A3
  • Kirby Morgan Helmet Technician
  • Interspiro AGA Technician
  • Picker Operator
  • Rigging and Hoisting
  • Skid Steer operator