Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Education
Biography
Hobbies and Interests
Golf, Dog Breeding
Timeline
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LAURENCE HISLOP

Scarborough

Summary

Proven skills in developing consensus at party, committee and legislative levels. Talented relationship-builder, problem-solver and leader with accomplished career in government. Enthusiastic about applying expertise toward helping people of every region. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Government Senator

Parliament of the Republic of Trinidad and Toabgo
Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago
03.2022 - Current
  • Spoke to citizens, local politicians, and business leaders in person and attended social functions and fundraising for campaigns.
  • Elevated the voices of underrepresented communities in policy discussions, ensuring diverse perspectives were considered during decision-making processes.
  • Represented interest of citizens' and debated and supported legislation.
  • Maintained a strong presence in the media to raise awareness about important issues and promote legislative initiatives that positively impacted the district.
  • Served on senate committees and listened to presentations from lobbyists, organizations and other parties.
  • Increased safety within communities by collaborating on law enforcement initiatives aimed at reducing crime rates across the state.

Senior Heavy Equipment Operator/Manager of Operations

JAS Transport Services
Whim Estate, Whim Village, Tobago
01.2018 - Current
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.

Owner/Operator

Chicken’s Egg Farm
Mason Hall, Tobago
01.2018 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Heavy Equipment Operator

IPI
01.2016 - 01.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

MIGS Transport
01.2012 - 01.2015

Owner/Operator

LAMS Enterprises
01.2007 - 01.2011

Technology Support Officer/Department Supervisor

Royal Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices, ensuring top-quality service delivery at all times.
  • Provided remote assistance to customers using screen sharing tools, ensuring efficient issue resolution.
  • Created, prepared, and delivered reports to various departments.
  • Contributed ideas for improving the support process during team meetings, resulting in significant workflow enhancements.

Outlet Manager/Technician

Wizz Computers
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Supervised and effectively trained 4 employees to decrease process lags and boost productivity.
  • Managed weekly inventory transactions by creating templates to track optimal food and beverage stock.
  • Promoted business strategy by implementing improvements based on guest feedback.
  • Assessed sales reports to identify and enhance sales performance, support inventory oversight, and capitalize on emerging trends.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Heavy Equipment Operations

Ministry of Science And Technology
Port Of Spain, Trinidad And Tobago
06.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Installation And Repair Technology

Computer Learning Centre
Tunapuna, Trinidad
06.1998

Skills

  • Political knowledge
  • Public Speaking
  • Community organization
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Media Relations

Education

Scarborough SDA Primary School, Harmon School of Seventh-day Adventists - CXC and Cambridge Certification, Computer Learning Centre - Level I and II Computer Repairs, Min. of Science Technology and Tertiary Education/Retraining Programme, CVQ – Heavy Equipment Operations

Biography

11/13/76, Married with 2 adult children

Hobbies and Interests

  • Heavily involved in agriculture, particularly egg farming
  • Dog breeding
  • Passion for heavy equipment operation
  • Presently involved in youth work with the Pathfinder Orgainsation as the Director of the Tobago Pathfinder Marching Band. Also, the Band representative on the board of Tobago Adventist Youth Association
  • I was a First Elder, and I am currently an Elder of the Bethel Seventh-day Adventist Church, but Sandy River Seventh-day Adventist Church was my home church for most of my young adult life.
  • As an evangelist I have done a number of crusades and have had several speaking engagements locally, internationally and now on several virtual platforms.

Golf, Dog Breeding

My Passion for golf started just over 4 years ago and has grown to almost an addiction, as it is my space for me to relax ans reconnect in the midts of a busy and hectic life.

Dog breeding is just a life long love for animals that has turned into a hobbie.

Timeline

Government Senator

Parliament of the Republic of Trinidad and Toabgo
03.2022 - Current

Senior Heavy Equipment Operator/Manager of Operations

JAS Transport Services
01.2018 - Current

Owner/Operator

Chicken’s Egg Farm
01.2018 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

IPI
01.2016 - 01.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

MIGS Transport
01.2012 - 01.2015

Owner/Operator

LAMS Enterprises
01.2007 - 01.2011

Technology Support Officer/Department Supervisor

Royal Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
01.2000 - 01.2007

Outlet Manager/Technician

Wizz Computers
01.1997 - 01.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Heavy Equipment Operations

Ministry of Science And Technology

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Installation And Repair Technology

Computer Learning Centre
LAURENCE HISLOP