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Overview
Work History
Education
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Personal Information
Training Qualifications
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J. Taron Smith

West Bay

Summary

Professional client service & data specialist with proven track record in managing and organizing large datasets. Adept at ensuring data accuracy and consistency while working collaboratively to achieve results. Skilled in database management, data analysis, and report generation, with strong adaptability to changing project requirements. Over 22 years of expertise in the Aviation Industry with sound working knowledge of Regulations / Regulatory procedures, inclusive of auditing & inspections. Reliable team player known for delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Data Coordinator & Dangerous Goods Inspector

Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI)
07.2015 - Current
  • Provide expertise in the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods to support adherence to OTARs and ICAO requirements
  • Conduct regulatory/safety oversight activities related to the carriage of Dangerous Goods by Air
  • Coordinate the development and refinement of the processes coded in the VP-C Online electronic data management portal and other electronic platforms
  • Assist with the management and control of all technical records and documentation related to the continuing activities of the Air Safety Regulation Division; and provide clerical support as required

Technical Administrator & Dangerous Goods Inspector

Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI)
05.2007 - 06.2015
  • Manage & control all technical records/documentation related to the continuing activities of the Air Safety Regulation (ASR) division, as well as provide administrative & clerical support as required
  • To review, process & maintain all records in accordance with the applicable OTARs
  • Provide expertise in the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods to support adherence to OTAR & ICAO requirements
  • Also, to conduct safety related for the carriage of Dangerous Goods by Air
  • Electronic Data Management System (VP-C Online) Administrator, responsible for the ongoing development of the system, testing functions as well as providing user support on a daily basis

Customer Service Agent (Imports & Exports)

Cayman Airways Cargo
02.2003 - 04.2007
  • Senior Agent for Export & Import sections, ensuring that all required tasks are completed according to policies & various regulations, offering customer service & support, providing logistical solutions to clients & other agencies/freight forwarders seeking to ship cargo to and from the Cayman Islands
  • Collection & dissemination of inbound cargo documents to clients/customs brokers, preparation of cargo load statistics and providing supervisory level support to junior staff
  • This included cargo for other airlines such as US Airways, Air Jamaica, British Airways and other charter airlines

Level 1 Telecommunicator

Emergency Communications Cayman Islands (911)
06.2002 - 01.2003
  • Receiving & prioritizing emergency (911) and non-emergency telephone calls from the public from all three islands, as well as processing information using a computer aided radio dispatch system
  • Dispatches appropriate emergency service agencies such as police, fire and emergency medical units
  • Monitors public safety units in the field from the aforementioned agencies
  • Retrieve and enter computer data for emergency response personnel within the service area

Assistant Operator – Wastewater Dept.

Water Authority-Cayman
01.2001 - 05.2001
  • Assisting the Senior Operators with maintenance of electrical pump stations, control boxes, pumps and recording data for the management and upkeep of the wastewater throughout the sewerage network in Grand Cayman

Filing Clerk (Temporary)

Euro Bank Corporation
01.2000 - 04.2000
  • Assisting auditors and other staff with the company’s liquidation phase by providing filing and archiving support where needed

Education

General Diploma - Mathematics, Consumer Mathematics, Algebra, English, Spanish, U.S. History, World History, British-Caymanian History, Biology, Marine Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Science, Physical Science, Accounting 1 & 2, Computers, Word Processing, Speech, Home Economics, Health, Religion, Art

Triple C School
06.2001

Skills

  • Time management
  • Organizing
  • Multi-tasking
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Typing

Other Attributes

  • Proven time management skills
  • Excellent organizing and multi-tasking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat
  • Excellent typing with speed & accuracy
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Established leadership and guidance skills
  • Great team player
  • Excellent customer service (internal & external)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 07/16/84
  • Nationality: Caymanian

Training Qualifications

  • CAACI – Safety Management System Training, 02/05/25
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training, 11/12/24 - 11/14/24
  • Compliance Online Training – IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 66th Refresher, 08/01/24
  • IBMI – Marketing and Communications - Exam Course Certificate, 03/08/24
  • IBMI – Essential Management Skills - Exam Course Certificate, 09/03/23
  • ASSI – Flight Ops Dangerous Goods Refresher Training, 06/06/23
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training, 10/18/22 - 10/20/22
  • CIAA – GSAT Training, 03/08/22
  • C.I. Gov’t. (Portfolio of Civil Service) – Bill of Rights Training for Public Servants, 12/06/21
  • ASSI – Air Law Principal Place of Business Webinar, 09/09/21
  • ASSI – Air Law Enforcement Webinar, 09/08/21
  • ASSI – Air Law Freedoms of the Air Webinar, 09/08/21
  • ASSI – Joint Tech FO Air Law Webinar, 06/16/21 - 06/17/21
  • King Schools – Airport Runway Signs and Markings (Certificate), 06/02/21
  • King Schools – Understanding Aircraft Marshalling (Certificate), 06/02/21
  • CIAA – GSAT Training, 11/27/20
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training, 10/13/20 - 10/15/20
  • C.I. Gov’t. (Protocol Office) – Protocol Training, 04/15/19
  • Aveta Business Institute – Six Sigma White Belt Certification, 11/21/18
  • Key Consulting, Inc. – Fundamentals to Project Management Certification, 10/23/18 - 10/26/18
  • IBMI – Diploma in Project Management, 09/14/18
  • IBMI – Leadership & Team Development Certificate, 09/14/18
  • IBMI – Change Management Certificate, 09/14/18
  • IBMI – Risk Management Certificate, 09/13/18
  • IBMI – Basics of Project Management Certificate, 09/13/18
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training (for Inspectors), 10/23/18 - 10/25/18
  • CIAA – SMS Training, 08/30/18
  • ICAO - ICAO Air Operator Certification for Directors General of Civil Aviation & Senior Management Programme, 06/29/18
  • Redline – General Security Awareness Training (GSAT), 04/25/18
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training (for Inspectors), 10/25/16 - 10/26/16
  • ASSI – Audit Refresher Training, 10/05/16 - 10/06/16
  • ASSI – Human Factors Training, 09/26/16 - 09/27/16
  • CAACI – Airside Safety Training, 11/25/15
  • CAACI – Ramp Check Refresher Training, 11/25/15
  • ASSI – Audit Refresher Training, 10/05/15 - 10/06/15
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training (for Inspectors), 12/08/14 - 12/10/14
  • AAIB – Aircraft Accident/Serious Incident Response Training, 11/12/14 - 11/13/14
  • Air Safety Support International (ASSI) – Flight Operations Technical Seminar, 07/09/13 - 07/11/13
  • IATA – Aviation Law for Managers, 04/29/13 - 05/03/13
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Refresher Training (for Inspectors), 12/07/11 - 12/08/11
  • ASSI – Ramp Check Refresher, 11/24/11
  • ASSI – Airside Safety, 10/06/11
  • Baines Simmons Limited – Audit Training – Initial including QMS & SMS, 06/15/10 - 06/18/10
  • ASSI – Air Law & Enforcement Training, 03/16/10 - 03/18/10
  • NBAA – NBAA Professional Development Program (PDP), 01/27/10
  • UCCI – Airport Operations Parts 1 & 2, 11/18/09 - 11/23/09
  • UCCI – Safety and Security, 11/23/09
  • ASSI – Dangerous Goods Training Initial (for Inspectors), 11/03/09 - 11/05/09
  • CAACI – Introduction to the Development of Civil Aviation, 07/15/09
  • FAA - U.S.A. – On-the-job DG Inspector Training (ATL & MIA), 06/01/09 - 07/31/09
  • Pan American Training Institute – Handling of Dangerous Goods by Air, 01/22/08 - 01/24/08
  • British Airways – Dangerous Goods Handling Certification, 03/01/05, 03/01/07 (recurrent)
  • U.S. Airways – Dangerous Goods Handling Course, 06/01/04 (classroom), 06/01/06 (recurrent)
  • Air Jamaica – Dangerous Goods & Security Certification, 01/01/05
  • PanAm Training Institute – Handling of Dangerous Goods by Air (refresher), 01/01/05
  • PanAm Training Institute – Loadmaster & Palletization (initial), 01/01/05
  • PanAm Training Institute – Handling of Dangerous Goods by Air (initial), 03/01/03
  • APCO Institute – Basic Telecommunicator Course Certification, 07/01/03
  • APCO Institute – Basic Emergency Medical Dispatch Course Certification, 08/01/03
  • MegaSystems Ltd. – Introduction to Basic Electronics & Technician Training, 03/01/02

Timeline

Technical Data Coordinator & Dangerous Goods Inspector

Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI)
07.2015 - Current

Technical Administrator & Dangerous Goods Inspector

Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI)
05.2007 - 06.2015

Customer Service Agent (Imports & Exports)

Cayman Airways Cargo
02.2003 - 04.2007

Level 1 Telecommunicator

Emergency Communications Cayman Islands (911)
06.2002 - 01.2003

Assistant Operator – Wastewater Dept.

Water Authority-Cayman
01.2001 - 05.2001

Filing Clerk (Temporary)

Euro Bank Corporation
01.2000 - 04.2000

General Diploma - Mathematics, Consumer Mathematics, Algebra, English, Spanish, U.S. History, World History, British-Caymanian History, Biology, Marine Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Science, Physical Science, Accounting 1 & 2, Computers, Word Processing, Speech, Home Economics, Health, Religion, Art

Triple C School
J. Taron Smith