Azam Qureshi, Manager - Transit Planning

Azam Qureshi

Manager - Transit Planning

Ministry Of Transport - Canada

Location
Canada
Education
Bachelor's degree, Administration And Public Sector Studies
Experience
14 years, 7 Months

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Total years of experience :14 years, 7 Months

Manager - Transit Planning at Ministry Of Transport - Canada
  • Canada - Toronto
  • My current job since September 2019

• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to ensure infrastructure planning meets environmental, safety, and accessibility legislation
• Planning co-ordination, implementation, inspection of planned, preventative and emergency maintenance
• Establish client communication protocols, financial reporting, progress updates, scheduling and work activities to meet contract obligations
• Assess operating systems, provide recommendations to replace, extend life cycle, reduce/mitigate potential damages or reduction in life cycle of building components
• Supervise, mentor, train, and directs unionized service and administrative staff; manage attendance
• Coordinate with various Ministry departments to successfully implement transit planning in conjunction with other infrastructure projects such as bike lanes and right of way access
• Develop and implement long term strategic transit planning based on local and regional requirements with a focus on increasing population centers

Operations Manager at Toronto Transit Commission
  • Canada - Toronto
  • August 2016 to September 2019

• Responded to emergency situations and provided assistance to customers and employees
• Communicated and coordinated with city staff on planned closures diversions and its impacts on property owners and residents; directed, instructed, and positioned customer service employees
• Interviewed and counseled employees on TTC policy and standards as per collective bargaining agreements
• Responsible for supervising all TTC Bus, Light Rail, Subway, and Wheel Trans employees including contracted employees; communicated and addressed safety hazards in the workplace
• Lead incident investigations involving collisions, occupational injuries, and property damage
• Ensured special events, subway closures, diversions, and other responsibilities are carried out as assigned
• Audited Operators for rules compliance and document irregularities

Amazon Logistics at Amazon Inc
  • Canada - Toronto
  • May 2014 to November 2016

• Investigated, documented, and resolved customer complaints and other incidents
• Completed numerous reports including equipment checks, driver attendance sheets, and accident reports
• Delivered daily safety briefings and provided training, coaching, and direction on delivery procedures

Supervisor at Amazon - Canada
  • Canada - Toronto
  • May 2014 to November 2016

• Investigated, documented, and resolved customer complaints and other incidents
• Completed numerous reports including equipment checks, driver attendance sheets, and accident reports
• Delivered daily safety briefings and provided training, coaching, and direction on delivery procedures

Policy and Programs Assistant at Ministry of Labour Canada
  • Canada - Toronto
  • September 2014 to December 2015

• Utilized the internet and data management software to gather, track, and aggregate data, analyze and input data findings, and summarize data
• Interpreted and implemented policy and programs in a complex framework
• Devised and created spreadsheets for data tracking, management presentations, and data evaluation
• Examined and processed pay orders to employees and employers across the province
• Knowledge of provincial policies, legislation, and regulations under the Employment Standards Act

Product Sales Supervisor at Best Buy
  • Canada - Toronto
  • May 2013 to August 2014

• Assisted customers in making purchases resulting in superb feedback from customers and managers
• Coached sales staff and provided disciplinary action as needed
• Promoted a harmonious work environment that was respectful of diversity and inclusivity
• Responded to, investigated, and resolved customer complaints

Filing Clerk at Carranza
  • Canada - Toronto
  • May 2012 to August 2013
Customer Service Representative Sales at Canadian Tire
  • Canada - Toronto
  • October 2009 to March 2012

Education

Bachelor's degree, Administration And Public Sector Studies
  • at Ryerson University
  • December 2017

Specialties & Skills

Transit Planning
Team Leadership
Management
Microsoft Office
Time management skills

Languages

English
Native Speaker