Sarel Vander Poel
About Sarel Vander Poel
Sarel Vander Poel is a Senior Information Technology Specialist at TELUS, known for his expertise in performance tuning and disaster recovery.
Current Role at TELUS
Sarel Vander Poel is currently employed as a Senior Information Technology Specialist at TELUS. In this role, he has worked on multiple substantial projects, including managing large databases with sizes over 4 terabytes and 3 terabytes. Additionally, he has successfully introduced the Method – R performance tuning method to the company, greatly enhancing the ability to identify root causes of performance issues.
Previous Experience at EDS Group
From 2002 to 2005, Sarel Vander Poel served as an Oracle Database Administrator at EDS Group. During his three-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in database management and became proficient in Oracle database systems. This role laid the foundation for his subsequent advancements in the field of IT.
Education and Background
Sarel Vander Poel attended the University of Pretoria (Universiteit van Pretoria) from 1985 to 1990. His five years of study at the university provided him with a solid educational foundation in information technology and related disciplines. This academic background has significantly contributed to his expertise and competence in his professional roles.
Implementation of Method – R Performance Tuning
At TELUS, Sarel Vander Poel introduced the Method – R performance tuning method, achieving a 100% success rate in identifying performance issue root causes. His expertise in this area not only solved critical problems but also allowed the company to streamline their troubleshooting processes. In addition, he has taught Method – R performance tuning courses to the nationwide TELUS DBA team, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
Disaster Recovery Expertise
Sarel Vander Poel has conducted disaster recovery exercises for external clients over a span of six years with a 100% success rate. His consistent performance in this domain underscores his reliability and thorough understanding of disaster recovery procedures and best practices, making him a valuable asset in crisis management situations.
Teaching and Lecturing Experience
Earlier in his career, Sarel Vander Poel lectured three certification courses to students at the University of British Columbia. His involvement in teaching has not only disseminated his knowledge but also honed his capacity as an educator, contributing to the professional growth of his students.