Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
mountian biking
Timeline
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Geoffrey Agnew

Abbotsford,BC
Geoffrey Agnew

Summary

Professional Safety Manager with focus on compliance regulations. Skilled in reducing waste and environmental hazards through Toolbox & inspections.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

AMT Manager

Safety Manager
02.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Facilitated Training and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
  • Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.

Dynasty Traffic

Lane Closure Technician
01.2019 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Assembled signs and cones to direct traffic through construction sites.
  • Directed traffic in construction sites to maintain safe conditions for workers and motorists.
  • Communicated with team members using hand signals and radios.
  • Controlled pedestrian movements to prevent intrusion into work zones.
  • Routed traffic around construction sites for worker and driver safety.
  • Placed cones, signs and barrels to keep vehicles out of dangerous spaces.
  • Partnered with crew members to use stop and slow paddles for multi-directional traffic control.
  • Stood for 14 hours with "Stop/Slow" paddle directing traffic.
  • Worked with foreman to create effective temporary traffic control schemes.
  • Updated signage with correct speeds and delay warnings based on daily conditions.
  • Maintained traffic control plans for proper management of traffic during construction and events.

Black Knight Landscaping

Maintenance Technician
01.2015 - 07.2018

Job overview

  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.

Weed Man Lawn Care

Call Center Agent
07.2018 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
  • Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
  • Addressed customer account discrepancies and concerns.
  • Reached out to customers after completed sales to suggest additional service or product purchases.

Chandos Construction

First-Aid/Safety Supervisor
10.2019 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
  • Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
  • Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
  • Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
  • Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
  • Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
  • Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
  • Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for employees.
  • Scrutinized construction activities for personnel safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.

Education

Lambrick Park Secondary School
Victoria, BC

No Degree from Computer Science

IVes
Surrey

Operator Training from MEWP, Rough Terrain Telehandler, Skid Steer
06.2023

Valley First-Aid
Langley, BC

OFA2 from Occupational First-Aid
11.2022

BCCSA
Fraser Valley

No Degree from Construction Safety Officer
05.2022

Skills

  • Meeting Oversight
  • Training Program Development
  • Staff Training
  • Incident Reporting
  • Risk Identification & Safety Assessments
  • Safety Techniques
  • Contractor Safety
  • Implementing Policies
  • running machines for different tasks

Accomplishments

  • Achieved no serious injures by completing site walkthrough with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised teams with a total of 65 workers.

Certification

  • Skid Steer Training - June 2023
  • MEWP Training - June 2023
  • Rough terrain telehandler Training - June 2023
  • OFA2 Training - Dec 2022

mountian biking

I like riding any trails but especially into downhill trails. I've always loved riding since i was a kid.

Timeline

Safety Manager

AMT Manager
02.2023 - Current

First-Aid/Safety Supervisor

Chandos Construction
10.2019 - 01.2021

Lane Closure Technician

Dynasty Traffic
01.2019 - 09.2019

Call Center Agent

Weed Man Lawn Care
07.2018 - 01.2019

Maintenance Technician

Black Knight Landscaping
01.2015 - 07.2018

Lambrick Park Secondary School

No Degree from Computer Science

IVes

Operator Training from MEWP, Rough Terrain Telehandler, Skid Steer

Valley First-Aid

OFA2 from Occupational First-Aid

BCCSA

No Degree from Construction Safety Officer

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