John Catalanotto
Kleinburg,Ontario
Summary
I have been working in the Health and Safety industry for the past 23 years. My experience in Health and Safety is well versed from working at WSIB, industrial, low rise and high-rise construction to retail. I have managed a health and safety program for many projects and clients i.e. Woodbine Entertainment, TIFF Light Box, ROM, AGO, and Toronto City Hall. At each project I have decreased accidents and loss time claims within each organization I have had the pleasure to work at. I am an effective public speaker who has done numerous health and safety session from management to employees.
My goal is to return the worker home at the end of the day to their families. I strive for nothing but excellence and will provide your company with the same in the field of Health and Safety. I am a motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. I am an accomplished professional adept at driving team performance, business strategies, and making data-supported recommendations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying optimal tactics for motivating teams.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
SR. MANAGER HEALTH AND SAFETY
Woodbine Entertainment
02.2017 - Current
- Manage and Maintain the integrity Health and Safety program for four locations and 2000 employees
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Work alongside property services and security to minimize risk throughout all Woodbine properties
- Work with Project Management to ensure compliance with being adhered to on all Woodbine construction and development projects
- Ensure Contractors are abiding and working in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Drive the operational implementation of HSW practices to ensure the safety and well-being of employees
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with industry associations, regulators and key stakeholders
- Collaborate with internal leaders and operational employees across the organization to assess and control hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions or equipment
- Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Supported HR department with recruitment, performance concerns, workplace violence issues.
- Develop and initiate all COVID-19 policies and procedure as it pertains to all four Woodbine Entertainment Locations
- Co-chair an Executive COVID-19 Health and Safety Committee
- Provided concise, data-driven insights on health and safety KPIs through regular executive-level reporting.
- Guided change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new business practices.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Leadership role in planning annual budgets for each department based on forecasted annual revenue.
- Collaborated with external vendors to negotiate contracts that met company requirements while minimizing costs.
- Monitored compliance with industry regulations and company policies to mitigate risk.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones, ensuring collaboration and efficiency.
- Managed crisis situations, implementing contingency plans to minimize impact on operations.
- Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
- Served as a public spokesperson at industry events or conferences.
- Facilitated communication between employers, employees, insurance companies and case managers regarding WSIB claims.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures across all business units.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding sanitation, safety and food handling procedures.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Established effective communication channels between different departments within the organization.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLNESS MANAGER
Stephensons Rental
07.2014 - 02.2017
- Lead by demonstrating the required behaviors, attitudes and mindset to develop a strong corporate safety culture and to position the company for continued, sustainable growth
- Maintain an ongoing understanding of the company's operations, strategic plans, and related HSW trends, risks and issues
- Investigated accidents or incidents to identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and improve overall safety performance.
- Developed noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring and ventilation surveys.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the Joint Health and Safety Committees and serve as a key resource to the entire company with respect to HSW processes, best practices and activities
- Bring alignment and consistency to safety standards and processes across the organization
- Provided guidance and training on health and safety topics such as accident prevention, fire safety, hazardous materials handling, and ergonomics.
- Performed regular audits of company facilities to assess compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Created emergency response plans for various situations including fires, chemical spills, medical emergencies.
- Ensure legislative reporting requirements and standards in the management of WSIB claims are met
- Work with the VP of HR to develop and monitor HSW budgets
- Ensure that all new employees are oriented into the safety culture
- Assisted VP of HR with HR investigations regarding Performance, Violence and Harassment and Arbitration
- Work with ESA and TSSA to ensure building and equipment compliance for 30 locations
- Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity.
- Monitored budget expenses associated with wellness activities.
NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER
Manpower Canada
11.2010 - 06.2014
- Provide leadership by communicating, implementing and institutionalizing Manpower's vision for occupational health and safety within the organization
- Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving Manpower's National Health and Safety Program
- Maintain regular contact with Workers Compensation Claims Management Service provider to ensure effective management of all injury claims across Canada
- Acts as liaison between local branch offices and Workers Compensation Claims Management Service provider to support the collection of information and support for claims management
- Manages all claims intervention and mitigation strategies
- Designs and reports on key performance indicators to identify trends and monitor safety performance
- Uses data collection and analysis to communicate health and safety trends and statistics and subsequent action plans
- Supports accident/incident investigations and provide input for corrective action and root cause analysis
- Recipient of the Access Safety Health and Safety Award for the staffing industry
HEALTH AND SAFETY SPECIALIST
Flynn Canada
06.2007 - 11.2010
- Create and implement policies and procedures for industrial and construction settings also Create and discuss weekly safety talks with foremen and crews
- Created a Modified Work/Return to Work program for injured workers
- Meet with major contractors regarding Health and Safety protocol prior to any construction beginning as well as writing job hazard analysis for the construction sites
- Participated in risk assessment meetings with stakeholders to discuss ways of reducing workplace hazards.
- Investigated injuries, accidents, and incidents to identify root causes and develop preventive strategies.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Conducted hazard assessments to determine potential risks, identified corrective actions, and provided training to employees on safe work practices.
- Conduct presentations in front of large groups during conferences regarding a variety of Health and Safety topics
REVENUE SPECIALIST
WSIB
07.2001 - 05.2007
- Health and Safety floor warden my duties were to conduct monthly floor Health and Safety check
- Prepare detailed claim information for WSIB adjudicators
- Participating with internal projects to enhance current systems
- Trained new team members on policies and procedures for claims handling.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve customer disputes in a timely manner.
- Contacted banks to acquire credit information.
- Prepared administrative reports and assembled case files for closure.
- Maintained up-to-date records on billing activities including adjustments, refunds, credits.
Education
Occupational Health and Safety Program - Occupational Health and Safety
RYERSON UNIVERSITY
01-2007
Courses - Business Management and Human Recourses
SENECA COLLEGE
01.2001
Skills
- Business performance management
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Strategic planning
- Influencing and negotiating
- Operations planning
- Continuous program development
- Cross-functional communication
- Partnership development
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Fire Prevention Training
- Occupational Safety Training
- Electrical Lockout Procedures
- Accident Investigation and Reporting training
Accomplishments
2012 Safety Groups award winner for the Ontario recruiting industry
WSIB employer rebaits totaling $2,215,000.00
Completed 3 WSIB Workwell Audits with scores of 85%
Achieved 95% in WSIB Safety Group Audits
Worked through COVID to maintain Racing Operations with any onsite outbreaks
Managed Safety for numerous construction projects throughout the GTA
Timeline
SR. MANAGER HEALTH AND SAFETY
Woodbine Entertainment
02.2017 - Current
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLNESS MANAGER
Stephensons Rental
07.2014 - 02.2017
NATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER
Manpower Canada
11.2010 - 06.2014
HEALTH AND SAFETY SPECIALIST
Flynn Canada
06.2007 - 11.2010
REVENUE SPECIALIST
WSIB
07.2001 - 05.2007
Occupational Health and Safety Program - Occupational Health and Safety
RYERSON UNIVERSITY
Courses - Business Management and Human Recourses
SENECA COLLEGE
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