Hello! I'mBased in MontrealIT Consultant & Engineer

HOUSSAMB.

IT Consultant specializing in Process Automation, Data Reporting & Power Platform Solutions

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About Me

With extensive experience in IT consulting and software engineering, I am a highly proficient and adaptable professional, leveraging advanced technologies to design innovative, scalable, and impactful solutions.

At Rio Tinto, I lead the design, development, and implementation of dynamic data reporting and process automation solutions, empowering stakeholders with real-time, actionable insights while optimizing complex business workflows and driving operational efficiency.

My technical expertise spans across a diverse set of tools and platforms, including Dynamics 365, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, Azure DevOps, and VBA, enabling me to build comprehensive and integrated solutions that streamline business processes and enhance decision-making.

NameHoussam B.
TitleIT Consultant & Software Engineer
CompanyFDM Group (placed at Rio Tinto)
LocationGreater Montreal, Canada
EducationM.Eng — Université Mentouri de Constantine
CertificationIT Certificate — CCNB
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What I Do

My Services

Process Automation

Engineering automation solutions to streamline intricate business processes using Power Automate, resulting in significant time and resource savings.

Data Reporting & BI

Transforming complex datasets into actionable insights through intuitive Power BI dashboards and interactive visualizations for data-driven decision-making.

Dynamics 365

Enhancing and customizing Dynamics 365 with advanced features and functionalities to improve business processes, optimize workflows, and deliver seamless user experiences.

Power Apps Development

Developing robust, low-code applications (canvas and model-driven) to address specific business needs, enabling users to automate tasks and access critical information.

Software Engineering

Building comprehensive, integrated solutions with expertise in Java, Python, SQL, Unix, and VBA to streamline business processes and enhance system capabilities.

Azure DevOps

Managing and streamlining the development lifecycle — from planning and tracking to building, testing, and deploying applications — ensuring smooth collaboration.

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My Journey

Experience

Jan 2022 — Present

IT Consultant

FDM Group · Toronto → Montreal, Canada

Placed at Rio Tinto since March 2022 as Software Engineer then Power Platform Developer. Leading the design, development, and implementation of dynamic data reporting and process automation solutions.

  • Designed Power BI dashboards transforming raw data into actionable insights
  • Engineered Power Automate workflows streamlining cross-functional collaboration
  • Customized Dynamics 365 modules improving business processes
  • Developed Power Apps (canvas & model-driven) for task automation
  • Automated SAPGUI operations with custom VBA macros and scripts
  • Managed dev lifecycle with Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
Apr 2019 — Oct 2019

IT Analyst

SBP IT Solutions · Dieppe, Canada

Led product testing and quality assurance initiatives, configured user access security, and delivered customer support excellence.

  • Led rigorous testing for products, identifying and resolving software & hardware issues
  • Configured user access and permissions, implementing security measures
  • Provided technical assistance and troubleshooting to customers
Nov 2015 — Nov 2017

Engineer

Sonatrach-Agip · Hassi Messaoud, Algeria

Conducted job analyses, led OSHAS certification initiatives, and managed incident investigations for safety compliance.

  • Created and implemented safety procedures compliant with industry standards
  • Led OSHAS certification achieving international safety standards
  • Managed investigations into incidents implementing corrective actions
Nov 2013 — Oct 2015

Inspector

Labour Inspectorate · Constantine, Algeria

Enforced labor laws ensuring fair and safe working conditions. Conducted workplace inspections, documentation, and dispute resolution.

  • Enforced labor laws verifying compliance with national standards
  • Conducted systematic workplace inspections across establishments
  • Mediated employer-employee disputes ensuring fair outcomes
Academic Background

Education

2008 — 2013

Master's Degree in Engineering

Université Mentouri de Constantine

Constantine, Algeria

Developed a strong engineering background with a strategic and analytical mindset, providing the foundation for a career in technology and innovation.

2018 — 2019

Certificate in Information Technology

Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB)

New Brunswick, Canada

Built a strong foundation in Unix, SQL, Java, and Python, applied in numerous challenging IT projects.

My Expertise

Skills

Power BI95%
Power Automate90%
Power Apps90%
Dynamics 36585%
Azure DevOps85%
VBA / SAP Integration80%
Python75%
SQL85%
Java70%
Copilot Studio80%
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Let's work together

I'm always open to discussing new projects, opportunities, and ways to bring value through technology. Feel free to reach out!

Location

Greater Montreal, Canada