Braedon Zanussi
Genelle,Canada
Summary
Results-oriented professional in occupational health and safety, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and emergency response planning. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless integration of safety protocols with organizational objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Supporter
Teck Trail Operations
01.2025 - Current
- Provide confidential peer support to coworkers experiencing personal or workplace challenges.
- Assist employees in accessing company wellness resources and support services.
- Participate in training focused on mental health awareness and crisis response.
Firefighter
Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue
01.2018 - Current
- Respond to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies as part of an emergency response team.
- Participate in ongoing emergency response training and equipment readiness programs.
- Train new firefighters on safety procedures and proper use of emergency equipment.
- Support community fire prevention and safety education initiatives.
Operations Relief Leader / Safety Committee Vice Chair
Teck Trail Operations
Trail, Canada
01.2017 - Current
- Operate and monitor complex industrial processing equipment while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
- Step into Operations Relief Leader responsibilities as required, supporting team coordination and safe, efficient operations.
- Work closely with maintenance teams to identify equipment issues, generate work orders, and assist with troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- Utilize computerized work order systems to report equipment issues and track maintenance activities.
- Collaborate with maintenance planners, trades, and operations teams to coordinate equipment repairs, prioritize work orders, and support planned maintenance and shutdown work.
- Serve as Vice Chair of the Joint Health & Safety Committee, facilitating hazard assessments, corrective action planning, and safety meetings.
- Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis to prevent recurrence and improve operational safety.
- Train and mentor new operators on equipment operation, safe work procedures, and site standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
Lead Hand
Corvus Construction
Trail, Canada
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Supervised crews performing construction and equipment repair while maintaining strong safety compliance.
- Coordinated project activities including scheduling, crew assignments, and material planning.
- Acted as project coordinator between field crews, contractors, and management to ensure work was completed safely and on schedule.
- Conducted worksite safety inspections and enforced adherence to company safety programs and regulations.
- Trained contractors and new employees on safe work practices and equipment operation.
- Assisted with labour planning, material estimation, and project timelines.
Education
Occupational Health & Safety Certification -
University of Northern British Columbia
Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Coursework -
Selkirk College
Skills
- Safety Leadership & Compliance
- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
- Incident Investigation
- Emergency Scene Management
- Training & Workforce Development
- Emergency Response
- Team Leadership & Communication
Certification
- First Responder Certification
- EMR Bridging course registered for end of May 2026.
- ICS 200 - Incident Command System
- Emergency Scene Management
- Class 4 Drivers License
- Class 5 Drivers License w/ air endorsement
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Peer Supporter
Teck Trail Operations
01.2025 - Current
Firefighter
Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue
01.2018 - Current
Operations Relief Leader / Safety Committee Vice Chair
Teck Trail Operations
01.2017 - Current
Lead Hand
Corvus Construction
01.2012 - 01.2017
Occupational Health & Safety Certification -
University of Northern British Columbia
Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Coursework -
Selkirk College