QHSE Professional, vastly experienced

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Skills keywords: environmental, health, quality, safety, training

Short Bio:

Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental professional with over 16yrs experience within various industries including; Demolition, construction, manufacturing and aviation.

Current location:  United Kingdom - View on map

Nationality: British

Preferred Sector of Employment:  accounting and finance, Oil, Gas and Energy, education and training

Spoken languages: english

Location I am interested in working: Anywhere

Qualifications/Training

SVQ Level 4 “Occupational Health and safety practice” NEBOSH General Certificate
City & Guilds 7331 “Training Techniques” PTLLS Equivalent Level 3 First Aid at work Instructor
IOSH Manual Handling Instructor IOSH Managing Environmental Responsibilities
Full First Aid at Work (3 Day) Noise Monitoring
Accident Management CoSHH/WHMIS Assessor course completion certificate
Radiation Protection Supervisor Integrated Management Systems Auditor
Lead Accident Investigator Laser Safety Officer
CSCS “Platinum Card” Health & Safety Manager UK Petroleum Industry Association Safety Passport
XRF X-Ray Operator/Trainer Exxon Mobil Loss Prevention System Trainer
Asbestos Manager Asbestos Awareness
CSCS “Appointed Person” Crane operations (Red Card) Six Sigma “Greenbelt”

Professional Memberships

Institute of Occupational Safety & Health GradIoSH
Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment AIEMA
Institute for learning AFL
International Institute of Risk & Safety Management MIIRSM

Experience

Nov 12 – Feb 14
QSHE Manager, Hunter Demolition

I was responsible to the Operations Director for all Quality, Health, Safety and Environment. In 2012-2013 I achieved transfer of existing 9001 certification to BSI and full accreditation to requirements of EN ISO14001 & 18001. This was a fantastic achievement from a personal perspective in that I have taken the company in a very short time, from a part time safety consultant with basic safety manuals, to a fully-fledged and accredited integrated QSHE management system and a full time safety professional. I also completed entry into the ROSPA safety awards for 2014 and achieved a “Gold Award” for the company.

I implemented and educated employees on the benefits of a behavioral based safety culture, and in turn set the company along the continual improvement track which should allow them to win projects that the company otherwise would not have been able to tender for. I manage the day to day QHSE function, develop policies and procedures and maintain the management system both on a shared drive and web-based system. I produce various statistics, QSHE alerts, chair the safety forum meetings and produce a monthly board report. I also carry out audits and inspections to ensure the company remains compliant with the requirements of both legislative/standards industry best practice and client requirements. I have managed the QSHE function within many different environments including high risk industries including: Nuclear, petrochemical, oil & gas and petroleum. And various standard demolition projects such as schools, factories and housing. I also carried out various training courses on relevant safety/environmental issues.

Demolition I reported to the Managing Director on aspects associated with Health, Safety and Environment within the demolition industry. I carried out Site inspections and audits, accident investigation and reporting, health and safety training, provided advice to management and employees on all health & safety issues, site environmental issues, equipment trials, risk assessments, liaison with Health & Safety Executive and responsibility for the Company’s accident, site inspection and near miss management system. Worked within high risk industries such as petrochemical, chemical and oil & gas environments, successfully gained accreditation to Achilles UVDB, FPAL & Link-up and have maintained the PAS 99, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 integrated management system through several successful audits carried out by BSi. Full understanding of Exxon Mobil “Loss prevention System” (LPS)

2008 – 2010
QUENSH Manager , Masterton (Demolition)

Demolition I reported to the Managing Director on aspects associated with Health, Safety and Environment within the demolition industry. I carried out Site inspections and audits, accident investigation and reporting, health and safety training, provided advice to management and employees on all health & safety issues, site environmental issues, equipment trials, risk assessments, liaison with Health & Safety Executive and responsibility for the Company’s accident, site inspection and near miss management system. Worked within high risk industries such as petrochemical, chemical and oil & gas environments, successfully gained accreditation to Achilles UVDB, FPAL & Link-up and have maintained the PAS 99, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 integrated management system through several successful audits carried out by BSi. Full understanding of Exxon Mobil “Loss prevention System” (LPS)

2004 – 2008
Major Project HSE & Training officer, Mivan (Construction)

Working alongside Group Safety Manager and site management, I had responsibility for all site health and safety issues, site inductions and training of site personnel, managing risk assessment programs, liaison with Health & Safety Executive, developing construction phase safety plans and its implementation, Successfully gaining the company OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001.

I advised on various operations and to various divisions within the business regarding all aspects of health and safety. I reviewed sub-contractors method statements, and risk assessments. I Liaised with Company insurers and solicitors on all EL/PL claims. I Conducted site audits and inspections, advised on site environmental issues up to and including waste, carried out noise and vibration monitoring, issued site logistic plans and assisted with the development of CDM documents including pre-tender qualifications.

I Co-ordinated Occupational health requirements for employees.

2003 2004
Plant HSE Advisor, FG Wilson (Heavy Manufacturing & Power Generators)
Based at the Monkstown plant in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland,

I had the responsibility for health and safety of 540 plant employees, ranging from welders, painters, laser safety, and Occupational health for those employees that required specific surveillance. Became a Six Sigma “greenbelt” and ran a successful project on “PPE” which on completion saved the company approximately £40k.
Chaired plant HSE committee meetings and also attended company safety committee meetings held at the main plant in Larne.
Carried out accident investigations at all 3 plants located in Larne, Monkstown and Belfast.
I worked on various high profile high value & well known construction projects including; Wembley stadium £140mn project, O2 arena £70mn project, Royal Ascot racecourse £40mn project and the “Kingsgate” a £58mn shopping Centre extension in Dunfermline, Scotland

1999 – 2003
Safety & Security Manager, Aviance –  Aviation (Ground Handling)

My responsibilities and duties included advising the Company on all aspects of health, safety and security, the development and maintenance of Health & Safety Management System, chairing various EHS committees and forums, developing and managing the EHS internal audit program, managing the Company’s risk assessment program, liaison with Company insurers and solicitors on all EL claims, advising the Company on all EHS training requirements, preparation of risk assessments, conducting periodic audits of health and safety, site communications, including inductions and toolbox talks and liaison with Health & Safety Executive(NI), Department of Transport and airlines. Involvement in the HSE guidance “Aircraft Turnaround” & Developing the ramp handling training manual used in the aviation industry. Successfully developed and implemented the “ground handling” manual for the business and a PPE project which saved the business approximately £2m. I trained operatives to use rapiscan X-Ray machines to allow cargo and baggage to be searched for any illegal materials and I was Responsible for company personnel at: Belfast, Edinburgh, Coventry, Liverpool, Manchester, Luton and Gatwick.

1998 – 1999
Ramp Agent, Servisair – Aviation (Ground Handling)

Undertook ground handling duties within Belfast Int’l airport. Handled various aircraft from small propeller to the most modern jet aircraft. Volunteered to sit as a safety representative on the local safety committee.

1996 – 1998
Covert Loss Prevention Officer, Francis Clarke (Retail Security)

Undertook covert loss prevention, carried out arrests and loss investigations, liaised with local law enforcement officers. Educated and trained in store personnel on loss prevention techniques and identified possible offenders and suspicious activity.

1990 –  1996
Military Service (Royal Air Force Regiment)

My responsibilities and duties included operating complex weapons systems such as the Spartan and Scorpion combat reconnaissance vehicles (CVRT) utilized many small arm weapons such as the SLR, SA80, GMPG and complex communication systems, I carried out internal security duties, ground defense duties and specialised operations as required. I also carried out training of RAF personnel in ground defense tactics, weapon skills, first aid and Nuclear Chemical & Biological warfare defense. I served operational tours in the Persian Gulf during “Operation Granby/Desert Storm” Germany and Cyprus as well as being stationed at various UK based RAF stations.
51 Sqn RAF Catterick
34 Sqn RAF Akrotiri (Cyprus)
Ground Defense Training (GDT) Unit RAF Rudloe Manor
SD 814 “Special Duties” UK late 90’s