Stephen Wheaton
About Stephen Wheaton
Stephen Wheaton serves as the IT Director at Midland Transport, having previously held the same position at J.D. Irving, Limited. With extensive experience in IT management and a strong ability to integrate business processes with technology, he has worked in various roles within the J.D. Irving organization since 2011.
Current Role at Midland Transport
Stephen Wheaton currently serves as the IT Director at Midland Transport. He has held this position since 2020, overseeing the integration of technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency. His role involves addressing business challenges through innovative IT strategies and ensuring that technology aligns with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at J.D. Irving, Limited
Stephen Wheaton has extensive experience at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he held various IT leadership roles. He served as IT Director from 2015 to 2020 in Moncton, and prior to that, he was the IT Director for IGM Corporate from 2012 to 2014 in Dieppe. Additionally, he worked as an IS Leader in Supply Chain for nine months in 2011 and as IT Director for a year in Halifax from 2014 to 2015.
Career Background in IT and Software Development
Stephen Wheaton began his career as a Software Developer at Midland Transport, where he worked for 12 years from 1985 to 1997. He then transitioned to Irving Tissue, serving as IT Project Manager and Account Manager for 11 years from 1997 to 2008. His diverse background in software development and project management has equipped him with a strong foundation in IT.
Educational Background
Stephen Wheaton completed his high school education at Adam Scott Collegiate, earning a High School Diploma from 1974 to 1980. He furthered his education at Sir Sandford Fleming College, where he studied Computer Programming and achieved a qualification in Programming from 1982 to 1983.
Expertise in Business Process Integration
Stephen Wheaton possesses a strong ability to integrate complex business processes with innovative IT solutions. He enjoys solving business problems by implementing current or new technological solutions. His expertise includes understanding and linking complex processes from both user and solution perspectives, which enhances his effectiveness in IT leadership roles.