Deborah Mathias, P.Eng.
Calgary,AB
Summary
Health and Safety Leader with a mission to help employers prevent injuries and loss of life and minimize the significant post-incident financial losses from shutdowns and fines. I have witnessed firsthand the devastating consequences of unsafe worksite conditions and have dedicated my career to proactively collaborating with others to enhance safety standards. I excel in guiding stakeholders through complex processes, fostering team engagement, and cultivating relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Government Of Alberta
09.2005 - 08.2023
- Improved safety and reduced incident rates by investigating and resolving worksite complaints for hundreds of employers.
- Facilitated and served as subject matter expert for provincial OHS Academy Training programs.
Technical Advisor (3 Years, Two Terms)
Government Of Alberta
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Optimized efficiency of regional compliance teams of 8 officers through technical support, coaching, and training.
- Provided expertise to evaluate and improve internal responsibility systems of industries and employers with high incident rates.
Acting Manager (3 Months)
Government of Alberta
- Oversaw compliance and investigation teams, ensuring performance and quality control and managing external complaints and ministerial requests.
- Contributed to workforce development by creating and implementing unbiased selection process for new officer candidates.
Lead Investigator
Government of Alberta
10.2006 - 03.2013
- Investigated fatal and severe injury incidents in southern Alberta, including leading a high-profile investigation, which secured a record-breaking $2.4 million penalty.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize safety measures and minimize downtime.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Metallurgical Engineering
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON06.1991
Skills
- People-centred leader focused on creating innovative solutions, achieving results, and contingency planning
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Specialist across all Alberta industry sectors
- Expert in investigations of severe injury and fatality incidents, ensuring OHS compliance, and guiding employers through interactions with government
- Professional Engineer with direct metallurgical and environmental experience in mining industry and emergency response programs
- Effective communicator adept at engaging individuals from diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise
Professional Engineer
Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
Community Service
- Parent representative leading the charge to stop the proposed closure of the “All Boys Program” elementary school, which supports neurodiverse boys.
- Founded and led the four-time award-winning Work Safe for Life Float at the Calgary Stampede parade (2007-2011). Engaged over fifty organizations to promote safety to thousands of spectators.
- Search and Rescue vehicle extrication team member and RCMP auxiliary constable
Timeline
Technical Advisor (3 Years, Two Terms)
Government Of Alberta
09.2015 - 02.2019
Lead Investigator
Government of Alberta
10.2006 - 03.2013
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Government Of Alberta
09.2005 - 08.2023
Acting Manager (3 Months)
Government of Alberta
Bachelor of Applied Science - Metallurgical Engineering
University of Toronto
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