In 2003, Gaëtan Beaumont joined the multidisciplinary team at Pyrotech BEI as a forensic engineer, specializing in the causes of fires and electrical failures. In 1988, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Technology from École de technologie supérieure in Montreal. In 2018, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (MBA).
Besides his administrative tasks, Gaëtan investigates fire sites, prepares expert reports and testifies in Court. The judicial system recognizes him as an expert witness. He has over 29 years of experience as an engineer. He participates in ongoing, specialized training in order to expand his field of competence. He has conducted nearly 1500 investigations. Previously, Gaëtan worked in the pulp and paper industry, process automation as well as for a railway passenger company. His tasks mainly consisted of managing projects for the Engineering and Customer Service Departments.
In his spare time, Gaëtan is interested in technology, family travel and is passionate about carpentry and ornithology.