As a senior corporate and operational leader with comprehensive experience in Health, Safety, Environment, Quality and Training (HSEQ&T) across diverse geographies, I am dedicated to fostering a zero-harm culture that protects people, the environment and company assets. My career has been defined by a commitment to strategic vision, operational excellence and the continuous improvement of risk management systems that exceed industry benchmarks. Throughout my career, I have successfully led HSEQ&T initiatives on major capital projects internationally. My leadership has been instrumental in achieving significant safety milestones, including over 420 days of zero harm at Newmont's Akyem Project and 13M serious injury-free hours on a large-scale construction project. I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic planning and cultural awareness, ensuring that safety practices are not only compliant with global standards but also culturally sensitive and inclusive. I am passionate about coaching and mentoring teams to improve functional effectiveness, drive continuous improvement and foster a collaborative and safety-first mindset. My ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from frontline workers to board members, has consistently resulted in enhanced business performance and strengthened organisational cultures. Whether it's leading large, multidisciplinary teams or developing innovative safety programs, I am driven by the belief that every workplace can be made safer through a combination of technical excellence, strategic foresight and empathetic leadership. I am always looking for new challenges and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the HSEQ&T field. Let’s connect if you share my passion for safety, risk management, and sustainable business practices.
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Associate Director - People, Risk And The EnvironmentRuc Cementation Mining Contractors Pty Ltd Aug 2018 - Jul 2024AustraliaKey Responsibilities:Developed and managed global strategic plans for HSE&T and HR, including budget oversight and alignment with RUC's corporate objectives. (Strategic Planning and Budget Management)Implemented neuroscience fundamentals through David Rock’s SCARF Model, and a comprehensive inhouse designed and delivered Leadership Engagement program to enhance safety culture. (Leadership Coaching and Mentoring)Led crisis management efforts and conducted thorough investigations for high-severity incidents, ensuring swift resolution and compliance with safety standards. (Crisis Management and Incident Investigation)Implemented Forwood Critical Risk Management (CRM) program for fatality prevention. (Risk Management)Developed RUCCheck digital platform for HSE performance benchmarking. (Audit and Inspection)Implemented an Environmental Management Plan aligned to ISO 14001 for a maintenance service centre. (Environmental Compliance)Built and managed a training academy to address skills shortages. (Training and Development)Key Impact:Achieved a 7% reduction in injury management costs through the implementation of a national services agreement with an injury management provider and the implementation of the SolvInjury program. -
Senior Health, Safety And Environment Manager MongoliaRedpath Australia - Mining Contractors And Engineers Sep 2017 - Aug 2018Oyu Tolgoi MongoliaKey Responsibilities:Developed and managed a HSE management systems to achieve zero-harm goals. (HSE Management Systems)Provided leadership to foster active caring and visible and felt safety leadership. (Leadership and Coaching)Improved critical risk management requirements. (Risk Management)Conducted safety leadership training and coaching. (Training and Development)Engaged stakeholders to influence positive changes in operational discipline. (Stakeholder Engagement)Implemented strategies to engage employees in safety goals. (Change Management)Key Impact:Successfully led a team of 57 expatriate and national safety professionals to achieve zero-harm goals on a major underground capital project. -
Senior Health And Safety (H&S) ManagerNewmont Mining Corporation Mar 2010 - Jan 2017GhanaKey Responsibilities:Managed the transition from construction to commercial operation. (Project Management)Implemented and improved H&S management systems. (Safety Leadership)Conducted operational readiness and regulatory audit reviews. (Audit and Inspection)Built strong professional relationships with government and community leaders. (Stakeholder Engagement)Developed broad-based training strategies for diverse workforces. (Training and Development)Implemented stringent safety systems for contractors. (Safety Leadership and Contract Management)Fostered a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance. (Change Management)Key Impact:Achieved 13M hours serious injury-free and over 420 days of zero harm and received multiple safety awards, including Ghana’s Best Safe Mine. -
Senior Health, Safety And Loss Prevention (Hslp)Newmont Australia Apr 2008 - Mar 2010Western Australia, AustraliaKey Responsibilities:Managed HSLP requirements for operational mine. (Operational Management)Established key performance indicators for safety compliance. (Safety Compliance)Completed strategic planning and system initiatives to achieve certification requirements. (Strategic Planning)Conducted risk assessments and safety audits. (Risk Management)Fostered a collaborative safety culture. (Change Management)Key Impact:Achieved International Cyanide Code, ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certification and reduced the injury frequency rate by 60%. -
Group Manager - Safety, Environment, Quality And TrainingByrnecut Mining Pty. Ltd. Aug 1999 - Jan 2008Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaKey Responsibilities:Led SEQ&T strategy development and implementation globally. (Strategic Planning)Managed corporate and site safety professionals. (Leadership and Coaching)Achieved significant safety performance improvements. (Safety Leadership)Developed and implemented systems to achieve ISO 9001 certification. (QA/QC)Fostered best practice SEQ&T systems. (Audit and Inspection)Managed SEQ&T budgets and resources. (Project Management)Key Impact:Reduced the LTI frequency rate from 16.8 to 0.5, saving $2.2M in wage costs over five years.
David Smith Education Details
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Graduate Diploma In Occupational Hazard Management -
Engineering/Industrial Management
Frequently Asked Questions about David Smith
What is David Smith's role at the current company?
David Smith's current role is Senior Corporate and Operational Leader in HSEQ&T | Champion of Zero-Harm Culture | Strategic Risk Management Expert | Proven Track Record in Major Capital Projects.
What schools did David Smith attend?
David Smith attended Federation University Australia, Monash University.
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