Amber Erickson
Calgary,AB
Summary
Committed NCSO certified Safety Professional with 12 years of combined multi-provincial field and administrative level experience supervising site activities; planning and conducting meetings; reporting and updating company information to compliance agencies (ISN, Avetta, Complyworks); conducting training and mentoring process of new employees; incident investigations; WCB claims and follow-up; and COR auditing.
Dedicated to implementing and maintaining the Health and Safety Management System based on company operations and latest legislative updates.
Energetic problem solver, skill-builder, and conflict resolver.
Capable and highly organized when coordinating documents, supplies, and project resources.
Experienced supervisor with thorough knowledge of OH&S Legislation.
Skilled in communicating issues to management teams by offering strong presentation skills to facilitate professional growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSE Coordinator
ROSEN Canada Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
- Annual average of time spent between office and work site is 80% office and 20% worksite to conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Conduct COR audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety
- Mentor and support staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Create safe work environment by endorsing safety, health, and security requirements.
- Investigate incidents and analyze root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Assist with development of health and safety plans for hazardous materials.
- Align well in a team setting to provide support and guidance to many departments company-wide.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Foster a culture of safety within the organization by regularly communicating expectations and promoting open dialogue on workplace concerns among employees at all levels.
- Enhance HSE compliance by developing and implementing comprehensive safety programs and procedures.
- Support management in achieving key performance indicators related to Health Safety and Environment resulting in overall business sustainability and growth.
- Develope emergency response plans, effectively preparing team members for potential crisis situations.
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to applicable standards while maintaining positive relationships.
- Collaborate with department teams for effective integration of HSE practices during project planning and execution stages.
- Improve employee safety awareness by planning and conducting training sessions and workshops.
- Prepare detailed reports or presentations based on findings from hazard and incident reports.
Assistant Safety Manager
J&G Group Of Companies
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Weekly average of time spent between office and work site is 80% office and 20% worksite.
- Facilitate and track training for employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Maintain previous safety program while working towards an all-encompassing program for a large, diverse group of companies.
- Inspect job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Attend meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Address non-compliance issues and employees with general managers and suggest remediation.
- Developed an all-encompassing new employee health and safety orientation package to include all trades for a large diverse group of companies.
- Implement and track Sub-contractor Orientations and Compliance.
- Identify accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Prepare bid packages, Job Hazard Assessments, and HSE documentation for upcoming opportunities group wide.
- Investigate incidents/accidents/near miss, prepare reports for upper management.
- Prepare WCB claims for worker injuries, support and advise all parties involved in the process and implication of the Return-to-Work process.
- Analyze statistics and prepare annual reports for management.
- Prepare and implement company audit.
Safety Supervisor
Central Energy Services Inc.
05.2012 - 07.2022
- Weekly average of time spent between office and work site from 2012-2017 was 5% office and 95% worksite.
- Weekly average of time spent between office and work site from 2017-2022 was 75% office and 25% worksite.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
- Chaired safety meetings and assisted management by answering questions from staff members.
- Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
- Mentored and managed team of safety specialists and enforced safety protocols among associates.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated company quality issues.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Swift Current Comprehensive High School
Swift Current, SK06.1999
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Ease with various computer programs and safety driven platforms
- Proficient in ISN, Avetta, Complyworks
- Dependable and Responsible
- Punctual
- Multitasking and Time Management Abilities
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Staff Orientation, Training, Mentoring, and Management
- Team Building
- Hazard Risk Management
- Risk Identification
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Incident Investigation
- Workplace inspections
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
NCSO
ASCA COR Auditor
ACSA COR Leadership in Safety Excellence
ACSA Workplace Inspection Basics
AASP OHS Legislative (Bill 47) Update
AASP OH&S Legislation Essentials
AASP Develop OH&S Management System
AASP Hazard Assessment
MHCA COR Principles of Health & Safety Management
MHCA Prime Contractor
MHCA Roadbuilders Safety Training System
MHCA Safety Administrator
MHCA Train the Trainer
WCB Basics
WorkSafe SK Occupational Health and Safety Supervisor
WorkSafe SK Occupational Health and Safety Level 1 and 2
Energy Safety Canada Safety Program Development
ABCS Construction Industry Ethics
Radiation Safety Officer
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Certification
Class 5 Driver's License with Air Endorsement
First Aid and CPR C
WHMIS 2015
TDG Class 7
Respiratory Protective Equipment
Confined Space Entry & Rescue
H2S Alive!
Workplace Fall Protection
Forklift Operator
Crane and Rigging
CSO
U of A Leadership Fundamentals
Professional References
Taylor Puddister, Head of HSE, ROSEN Canda Ltd., 403.801.2477
Ryan Adams, Director of Treasury & Risk Management, J&G Group of Companies,
204.573.8240
Blaine Kirwan, Director, Central Energy Services Inc.,
306.672.7383
Timeline
HSE Coordinator
ROSEN Canada Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Safety Manager
J&G Group Of Companies
09.2022 - 04.2023
Safety Supervisor
Central Energy Services Inc.
05.2012 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Swift Current Comprehensive High School
NCSO
ASCA COR Auditor
ACSA COR Leadership in Safety Excellence
ACSA Workplace Inspection Basics
AASP OHS Legislative (Bill 47) Update
AASP OH&S Legislation Essentials
AASP Develop OH&S Management System
AASP Hazard Assessment
MHCA COR Principles of Health & Safety Management
MHCA Prime Contractor
MHCA Roadbuilders Safety Training System
MHCA Safety Administrator
MHCA Train the Trainer
WCB Basics
WorkSafe SK Occupational Health and Safety Supervisor
WorkSafe SK Occupational Health and Safety Level 1 and 2
Energy Safety Canada Safety Program Development
ABCS Construction Industry Ethics
Radiation Safety Officer
Fire Extinguisher Maintenance and Certification
Class 5 Driver's License with Air Endorsement
First Aid and CPR C
WHMIS 2015
TDG Class 7
Respiratory Protective Equipment
Confined Space Entry & Rescue
H2S Alive!
Workplace Fall Protection
Forklift Operator
Crane and Rigging
CSO
U of A Leadership Fundamentals
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