Tim Donaldson is a Fire and Explosion Investigator at OCI Group with a strong background in mechanical systems, fire protection infrastructure, and investigative procedures. As a Red Seal Automotive Service Technician with over 15 years of technical experience, Tim brings a practical and detail-oriented approach to fire and explosion investigations involving commercial, industrial, and residential properties.
His experience includes the management of preventative maintenance programs, facility improvement projects, and the installation and testing of complex fire protection systems, including dry, wet, and pre-action sprinkler systems within large-scale facilities. Tim has also been directly involved in fire pump installation and successful flow testing, providing him with extensive knowledge of building systems and fire suppression operations.
In addition to his technical expertise, Tim previously served as an auxiliary member of the Stirling-Rawdon Police Service, where he participated in criminal and non-criminal investigations. Through this work, he gained valuable experience in evidence preservation, witness interviews, investigative procedures, and courtroom testimony — skills that support his forensic investigation work at OCI Group.
Tim combines his mechanical knowledge, fire protection experience, and investigative background to assist clients with determining the origin and cause of fires and explosions while delivering thorough and reliable forensic assessments.
Introduction to Fire Investigation USA
IAAI
2025
Foundations of Project Management and Leading Projects in Organizations
University of Toronto – Toronto, Ontario, Canada
2022
Red Seal 310S Technician Certification
Loyalist College – Belleville, Ontario, Canada
2008
Fire and Explosion Investigator, OCI Group
Belleville, ON
February 2026 — Present
Maintenance Supervisor, Capital Projects, New Equipment Acquisition, Facilities Manager and Health and Safety Manager, Black Diamond (Lactalis Canada)
Belleville, ON
2016 — January 2026
Senior Team Lead Operations Technician, CPK Interior Products
Corbyville, ON
2012 — 2016
Automotive Service Technician, Bay Mazda
Belleville, ON
2002 — 2012