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OUR TEAM
Fitec is a family-run business focused on the science of biogas. Everyone at Fitec brings a unique expertise, but all of us are dedicated to building quality facilities for our valued clients. Meet the people we have brought together to help make our world more resource-efficient.
Tom’s degree in Environmental Science initially led him to work in the agricultural industry where he became very familiar with the challenges faced by farmers. When he learned about biogas, he was determined to bring its benefits to farmers, to help them and to help our planet. For over 18 years, Tom has been focusing his career on anaerobic digestion. In founding Fitec, Tom brings together his background in environmental science and agriculture, his operational experience in Canada and Germany, as well as his comprehensive knowledge of the biological process, to form what is a truly unique biogas company. His passion for understanding the biology of the anaerobic digestion system paired with his commitment to delivering systems that work is what ensures the success of his clients. His present focus is in sales and customer support.
Thomas A. Ferencevic, B.Sc.
President & CEO
An accredited Senior Construction Project Manager and Chartered Engineer with over sixteen years industry experience, delivering projects up to a value of $150 Million. Yosef has a proven track record for managing and delivering complex Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects, turnkey and design-build projects, frequently under adverse conditions. Yosef has worked on the world’s largest and most challenging infrastructure and technological projects globally, with a career spanning the renewable energy, utilities and transportation and infrastructure sectors. At Fitec, Yosef’s responsibilities include project management, planning, cost control, estimating, contracts administration, claims analysis and negotiations, commissioning and operation and maintenance.
Yosef Domnitz B.Eng, C.Eng, APMP
Construction Project Manager
EFI Engineering has substantial experience in heavy industrial and manufacturing projects. Their team consists of industry-experienced engineers, technologists, and technicians, enabling them to comprehend the distinct challenges and requisites of industrial projects. With a focused approach on the process and supporting infrastructure, EFI ensures tailored solutions that optimize operational efficiency.
EFI Engineering provides comprehensive electrical, mechanical, structural and process design services for Fitec's integrated biogas solutions. By collaborating with Fitec, EFI aligns with a shared vision and values, making them proud to be a partner in supporting Fitec's expansion plans.
The partnership between EFI Engineering and Fitec signifies a mutual commitment to excellence and innovation. Together, they are dedicated to delivering outstanding engineering solutions that contribute to sustainability and meet the increasing demand for reliable and efficient renewable energy solutions in the North American market. This shared vision and complementary expertise creates an ideal partnership between EFI Engineering and Fitec’s biogas gas solutions, which continues to make a positive impact in the industry.
EFI Engineering
Paul has over 15 years of experience in farm-based automation with a specialization in anaerobic digestion. His specialization includes in-house custom built automation and motor starting panels, sent to site with CSA inspection and approval. He has also been involved in the system design, implementation and commissioning of many of the projects he was worked on, giving him an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the processes involved. His project sites are spread throughout Ontario, Québec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and now Mexico.
Paul McNeely
Controls and Automation Specialist
With a 20 plus year career in the Water/Wastewater and Energy sectors as a Small Business Owner, Licensed Plumber, Licensed Pump Installer Mechanic, Municipal Water Systems Operator, Backflow and Cross Connection Specialist, Well Technician, CWQA Master Water Specialist, Fuels Technician and Refrigeration Plant Operator, Jason offers an extensive and broad range skill set in both trades and technology automation. Jason is very active in industry and government. As Past President of the Canadian Water Quality Association, CWQA Education Consultant and Chair for the Canadian Hydronics Council, he brings an extensive industry network related to water both provincially and federally.
Jason Jackson
Mechanical Systems Specialist
Mariane has an M.Sc. in Physical Geography and has always loved studying the complexities of systems in nature and elsewhere. Between her work in academia and her 10 years of experience teaching at the post-secondary level, she brings to Fitec a varied background including skills in surveying, digital mapping, writing & editing as well as extensive experience in human relations & communication. She manages all internal aspects of the company including marketing and advertising. She is an important point of contact for customers in the construction phase of their projects, especially relating to shipping and importation.
Mariane Ferencevic, M.Sc.
Director of Business Operations
Thomas has a strong background in process engineering with a M.Eng. in Process Water, Energy & Environment degree from France and a M.Eng. in Urban Infrastructure Management here in Canada. He came to Fitec as an intern and has now taken on the full time position of Process Engineer. His expertise is focused on industrial processes related to energy and water and he has special knowledge of thermal machines and unit operations. He has also studied urban engineering, particularly urban asset management. His work at Fitec is on the Design and Engineering side, helping to design facilities and working on technical documents such as Mass and Energy Balances, Biomethane Potential calculations and P&IDs.
Thomas Riche, M.Eng
Process Engineer
Efath is an Environmental Engineer with more than 10 years of experience in detailed design, technology selection, cost estimation and construction oversight of facilities related to Anaerobic Digestion. She worked as the project coordinator City of Toronto`s Anaerobic Digestion project at Disco Road and as technical lead for the Dufferin Organics Processing Facility. Her major contribution was to overseeing commissioning work for the Organics processing facilities. She was heavily involved in contract administration and site inspection jobs for the design, build and commissioning of the oil and grease removal facility for Maple Leaf Food. She also has experience with waste reduction, waste management planning, and resource recovery strategy planning for ICI sectors and major municipalities like for Region of Peel, York Region, and the City of Kingston.
Efath Ara, M.A.Sc.
Technical Manager
COMMITTED TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR PARTNERS
We work with amazing people: from farms to cities, and everywhere in between. Our experiences have shown us that while our clients and partners may work in different sectors and operate biogas plants in different regions, they all share a common purpose and desire to push for cleaner, more sustainable energy.
PRECISION BIOGAS™
Learn more about Fitec’s standards for biogas systems. With resource-efficient equipment, advanced designs, and expert support: there’s biogas, and then there’s Precision Biogas™.