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Debeers Venetia Mine Underground Project

Safety Manager Redpath Venetia Underground Project South Africa. • Develop, implement, and maintain OHS policies and procedures.• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety regulations.• Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.• Investigate incidents and accidents, and prepare detailed reports.• Provide safety training and induction programs for employees and subcontractors.• Ensure that all safety equipment and… Show more Safety Manager Redpath Venetia Underground Project South Africa. • Develop, implement, and maintain OHS policies and procedures.• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety regulations.• Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.• Investigate incidents and accidents, and prepare detailed reports.• Provide safety training and induction programs for employees and subcontractors.• Ensure that all safety equipment and machinery is in good working condition.• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure adherence to legal requirements.• Promote a safety-first culture within the company.• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder consultation skills.• Provide leadership and mentoring to operational leads to enable benchmark safety performance is achieved. Show less

Western Australia, Australia

• Back-to-Back for OHS Lead • Provide leadership and mentoring to operational leads to enable benchmark safety performance is achieved.• Establish and update the Safety Management Systems and Standards and champion their execution though active engagement at all levels of the business• Develop and maintain appropriate accurate information systems that capture relevant departmental activity to identify key performance indicators, as input to internal and external reporting.•… Show more • Back-to-Back for OHS Lead • Provide leadership and mentoring to operational leads to enable benchmark safety performance is achieved.• Establish and update the Safety Management Systems and Standards and champion their execution though active engagement at all levels of the business• Develop and maintain appropriate accurate information systems that capture relevant departmental activity to identify key performance indicators, as input to internal and external reporting.• Ensure the effectiveness of loss control strategies for the gold room and gold delivery, CCTV monitoring of the mine site and the village• Develop and execute training programs for Emergency Response competency in line with the risk profile of the site• Provide leadership and support to the medical staff to ensure a high standard of care for clients.• Build the capability of direct reports through mentoring and effective use of the Performance Management System.• Build workforce competency to support the risk management priorities for OHS.• Consistently demonstrate and reflect behaviours, actions, and attitudes in line with the company’s Vision, Values and Code of Ethics and actively promote the Company’s policies, systems and procedures.• Maintain effective control of departmental budget by optimising the use of allocated funds. Show less

Dalgaranga Gold Mine

Back to Back” for the HSET Manager.• Provide input to and execute the site Safety Management System, including:• Participate in workplace risk assessments and the development of JHAs.• Provide input to and execute the OHS plan.• Liaise with site personnel to ensure the site meets its legal obligations.• Encourage and monitor the use of safe work practises and adherence to safe working procedures by all site staff. • Participate in workplace… Show more Back to Back” for the HSET Manager.• Provide input to and execute the site Safety Management System, including:• Participate in workplace risk assessments and the development of JHAs.• Provide input to and execute the OHS plan.• Liaise with site personnel to ensure the site meets its legal obligations.• Encourage and monitor the use of safe work practises and adherence to safe working procedures by all site staff. • Participate in workplace inspections. • Provide technical assistance, advice and mentoring to staff where required or requested.• Lead investigation as required.• Undertake QA/QC of the information recorded in INX.• Monitor the events reported in INX and moderate the event information as required.• Manage the site training and verification of competency matrix.• Ensure recording of all training conducted on and off site. • Develop content and deliver site inductions and OH&S training as required. Show less

Western Australia

I was contracted to implement train and mentor Safety Trainers while ensuring all Safety Standards matched current Safety training programs to ensure the company is legislatively compliant. Major Achievements.• Update Saracen Minerals Safety Standards on Energy Isolation and Permit to Work and create a Standard for Hot Works.• By building solid working relationships with my peers and frontline personnel, I was able to develop/ update training programs for High-Risk work… Show more I was contracted to implement train and mentor Safety Trainers while ensuring all Safety Standards matched current Safety training programs to ensure the company is legislatively compliant. Major Achievements.• Update Saracen Minerals Safety Standards on Energy Isolation and Permit to Work and create a Standard for Hot Works.• By building solid working relationships with my peers and frontline personnel, I was able to develop/ update training programs for High-Risk work. During the 3 months I was contracted to Saracen I completed Site and General Inductions, Energy Isolation, Hot Work, Job Safety Analysis and Permit to Work. • Develop a strategy for “Competency Based Training and Assessment”. This is necessary to legislatively prove what process you have used and followed to ensure Verification of Competency (VOC). • All changes to either training programs or Safety Standards were achieved through consultation with frontline personnel, supervisors and finally the Safety Manager. Involving frontline personnel in the consultation process gave them “ownership” where they had never had it before. • Mentor and train the Safety Advisors and the site trainer to create a professional group to promote all new material and processes to the separate work groups. The safety advisors, because of their other duties had little experience when it came to the training materials and methodology, while the trainer was new to the position (internal promotion without the full qualification). This individual training and mentoring were a continual work in progress.• Contact and visit RTO’s to determine the capabilities of the RTO trainer and also the company. This meant watching delivery of the material and then when satisfied completing a training budget to bring said training companies to site to deliver initial High-Risk training and national certification in an efficient and timely manner to ensure the VOC program can continue without hold ups. Show less

Aktogay Kazakhstan

With the KAZ Minerals Aktogay Copper Project becoming fully operational in 2016, I was tasked with planning, developing and providing all operational training needs for Mining, Maintenance, SX and EW plants, Sulphide plant, Administration and all support and contractor personnel. I am now planning the future training needs for the Operational Readiness of the Aktogay 2 expansion project due for commissioning in June 2020. This will take the employee numbers from 1740 to 2650 plus… Show more With the KAZ Minerals Aktogay Copper Project becoming fully operational in 2016, I was tasked with planning, developing and providing all operational training needs for Mining, Maintenance, SX and EW plants, Sulphide plant, Administration and all support and contractor personnel. I am now planning the future training needs for the Operational Readiness of the Aktogay 2 expansion project due for commissioning in June 2020. This will take the employee numbers from 1740 to 2650 plus contractors. Projects for 2018: Continuation of the Leadership Development Program. New Apprenticeship program with first intake of 40 persons; 8, four year scholarships for village students to Ust Kamenogorsk Technical University: Renovation of Ayagoz College Electrical and Welding rooms, outfit with modern equipment, monthly visits to Ayagoz College by HSE trainers to introduce staff and students to the KAZ Minerals Safety Culture.Projects for 2019: Practical High Risk Training area built and operating March 2019. 67 new apprentices for Aktogay I and 170 new apprentices for the Aktogay II expansion project; Fitout of Ust Kamenogorsk College for Fixed Plant mechanics, Heavy vehicle mechanics, Welding, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mineral Processing and Laboratory Technicians. 10, four year scholarships for village students to Ust Kamenogorsk Technical university; Present proposal for 2020-2021 Centre of Excellence” for KAZ Minerals site.Due to the low skill levels and the remoteness of the operation, this is the beginning of a five-year plan for sustainability of the business. Show less

Aktogay And Bozshakol

March 2016 – PresentKazminerals Akotogay and BozshakolSpecialist in High Risk TrainingTo support the Bozshakol and Aktogay operations to build capability of the Safety Managers, Safety Advisors and the site personnel. To identify and manage high risk safety activities and to build specific capability in the safety team to lead high-risk management.Develop and implement new High Risk Safety Standards across both sites.Review and recommend modifications to the… Show more March 2016 – PresentKazminerals Akotogay and BozshakolSpecialist in High Risk TrainingTo support the Bozshakol and Aktogay operations to build capability of the Safety Managers, Safety Advisors and the site personnel. To identify and manage high risk safety activities and to build specific capability in the safety team to lead high-risk management.Develop and implement new High Risk Safety Standards across both sites.Review and recommend modifications to the training material and competence development process of personnel involved in high-risk work. Develop and execute a competency development and assessment framework for personnel involved in high-risk activities. Build technical competence in the Safety Managers and the Safety Advisers to lead high-risk management Provide instruction, support and mentoring to the Safety Advisers outside of the classroom. Review the safety risk register and update as necessary the high-risk activities. Review the established high-risk activity management processes and improve. Show less

Ust Kamenogorsk Eastern Region Republic Of Kazakhstan

Developing and implementing the requirements of the 12 fatal Hazard Protocols for Glencore in their Kazzinc Operations and mining. This will entail developing theory and practical training for all company employees and contractors. No training will be delivered until Corporate procedures have been written and agreed to. For this I consult with a Steering Committee which has been assigned for each Protocol, the Personnel Training and Development Department and the company appointed SafeWork… Show more Developing and implementing the requirements of the 12 fatal Hazard Protocols for Glencore in their Kazzinc Operations and mining. This will entail developing theory and practical training for all company employees and contractors. No training will be delivered until Corporate procedures have been written and agreed to. For this I consult with a Steering Committee which has been assigned for each Protocol, the Personnel Training and Development Department and the company appointed SafeWork Project Manager to ensure compliance with Kazakhstan legislation is followed and operational training needs are covered. All materials are developed and deliver to "best practice" standards. Show less

Boddington Gold Mine Wa

Assist in the development and continual improvement of safety systems and procedures. Participate in the development and delivery of training. Provide support and advice to operational personnel in OH&S management. Lead accident and incident investigations. Provide input into site wide safety systems and procedures to ensure requirements are current and aligned with industry developments. Ensure alignment with the clients safety systems, procedures and objectives. Participate in systems audits.… Show more Assist in the development and continual improvement of safety systems and procedures. Participate in the development and delivery of training. Provide support and advice to operational personnel in OH&S management. Lead accident and incident investigations. Provide input into site wide safety systems and procedures to ensure requirements are current and aligned with industry developments. Ensure alignment with the clients safety systems, procedures and objectives. Participate in systems audits. Participate and contribute to individual and team goals and plans. Lead by example. Show less

Perth Western Australia

Trainer/ Consultant for Safety and Rescue Australia primarily in Mongolia and Belgium but also in the mining areas of Western Australia and South Australia.My role was to update all High Risk Training programs and materials and then to deliver this to the clients workers. This training included Lock Out/ Tag Out, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, Gas Detection, JSA, Hazard Identification, Fire Extinguisher, Elevated Work Platforms, Forklift and Accident Investigation. To suit the… Show more Trainer/ Consultant for Safety and Rescue Australia primarily in Mongolia and Belgium but also in the mining areas of Western Australia and South Australia.My role was to update all High Risk Training programs and materials and then to deliver this to the clients workers. This training included Lock Out/ Tag Out, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, Gas Detection, JSA, Hazard Identification, Fire Extinguisher, Elevated Work Platforms, Forklift and Accident Investigation. To suit the client needs the training was conducted on site, when needed. Show less

Ipswich Queensland Australia

This position involves setting in place all the legislative requirements to make the Council assets compliant with the strict Queensland “Building Fire Safety” Regulations 2008. The Council has 68 different facilities ranging from High Occupancy buildings to sports clubs. I also produced all the necessary policies and procedures for the day to day running of this department.This position also includes implementing security for all of Councils facilities, staff and the general public… Show more This position involves setting in place all the legislative requirements to make the Council assets compliant with the strict Queensland “Building Fire Safety” Regulations 2008. The Council has 68 different facilities ranging from High Occupancy buildings to sports clubs. I also produced all the necessary policies and procedures for the day to day running of this department.This position also includes implementing security for all of Councils facilities, staff and the general public which includes CCTV, security access cards, security alarm codes and key access. This was updated by auditing all areas, then collating the results so a “Risk Assessment” could be carried out to find out all risks to Council staff and assets. When this is completed Policies and Procedures will be written to ensure efficient day to day operation of the department. I had a Capital expenditure budget and Operational budget of $4.5million for security and fire systems for 2011 - 2012. Show less

Gold Coast Queensland Australia

With Azzura I spent nine years developing, implementing and managing new strategies, policies & procedures to maintain the highest level of Occupational Health & Safety, Security and Asset management for a large manufacturing/construction company in Queensland and New South Wales. At times the total assets under construction were close to $300 million with staff levels up to 350 and total infrastructure assets of $50 million. Workplace Health & Safety,Security and Fire management were not… Show more With Azzura I spent nine years developing, implementing and managing new strategies, policies & procedures to maintain the highest level of Occupational Health & Safety, Security and Asset management for a large manufacturing/construction company in Queensland and New South Wales. At times the total assets under construction were close to $300 million with staff levels up to 350 and total infrastructure assets of $50 million. Workplace Health & Safety,Security and Fire management were not only vitally important to the Directors of the company but also to the clients. Fully documented policies and procedures and proof of their correct implementation were essential for the company to secure work with astute investors.My background in Workplace Health & Safety (WHSO, Certificate IV OH&S, Diploma OH&S, current) Certificate IV Workplace Training & Assessment and a Fire Safety Advisor in Queensland and in New South Wales demonstrates my knowledge and understanding of legislation and Australian Standards. Only with a complete understanding of the legislative requirements and the Australian standards are you able to develop policies and procedures to industry best practices. My previous employment involved collaborating with the on-site management of recently acquired companies to develop and implement short, medium and long term Strategic Plans. Deficiencies and inaccuracies in Policies and Procedures were identified and where necessary updated or amended. Consultation with management and staff was essential for the implimentation of the new direction for the company. Informing existing staff of new Policies and Procedures was imperative, allowing them to relay information to the rest of the company. Show less

I worked in Research & Development for The Riviera Group running 30 staff. The job was to do the building, filling, fairing and painting of all the new boat model plugs and then polish and prepare them for moulding.I left Rivera to go to Azzura Marine as it was a Custom Boat building facility offering greater challenges