Jorge Arango
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Vision-driven Specialist, Management System Lead, Consultant, Auditor, and Instructor with more than 20 years of achieving companies' strategic goals, added value evaluations, and implementation, maintenance and improvement of Processes, Project Management, Risk Management and Change Management for organizations, including top companies in the Down Jones Sustainability Index.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Green Services Auditor
Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct third-party audits of management systems under ISO 9001:2015 – Quality, ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental, and ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety standards, assessing the conformity and effectiveness of processes and requirements following specific programs or sector certification models.
- Provide instruction, guidance, and recommended solutions to senior management, clients, employees, and other stakeholders to increase efficiency and effectiveness in risk management, quality, environment, and occupational health and safety management
- Assist companies in achieving ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certification, by developing corrective action plans, reports, and recommendations based on audit findings.
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Lead
Mustang Survival
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Administer the Integrated Management System (IMS) Business Document Library (BDL); Support day-to-day operation of Mustang Survival´s ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 Management Systems
- Managed internal audits, CAPA systems, and maintained regulatory compliance.
- Undertake QHSE training and inspection programs, develop, facilitate and review QHSE risk assessments for routine and non-routine activities.
Operational Excellence and Compliance Specialist
Mustang Survival
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Administer the Integrated Management System (IMS) Business Document Library (BDL); Support processes and Departments in creating, training and controlling their documented information (Procedures, Work Instructions)
- Managed internal audits, CAPA systems, and maintained regulatory compliance.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance and recommended corrective actions.
Prevention Services Distributor
Seguros de Vida Suramericana – ARL Sura
12.2013 - 07.2022
- Successfully facilitated client companies in implementing risk intervention strategies and delivered specialized support in implementing their OHS Management System, OHS Contractor Management and performance evaluation models in OHS
- Strengthening of the OSH management model for contractors of Grupo Sura, Grupo Nutresa and Bancolombia, companies recognized as world leaders by the Down Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), achieving a reduction of more than 30% in the accident rate statistics of logistics and maintenance service providers
- Achieved the migration of the OHS Management System of Comercial Nutresa, Servicios Nutresa, Setas Colombianas from the OHSAS 18001:2007 standard to the ISO 45001:2018 standard
- Service Provision Professional, part-time by contract, remotely since August 2021.
External Professional of Certification and Education
ICONTEC Internacional
09.2013 - 07.2022
- Led third-party audits of Management Systems under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018, and OHS Evaluator
- Represented the audit team and ICONTEC to clients, developed audit plans, identified and documented areas of conformance and nonconformance, and provided constructive feedback to help clients improve their Management Systems.
- Development of more than 200 audits and Training sessions with a customer satisfaction rating of over 90%, zero complaints, zero requests for replacement or appeal of findings and a professional performance index of over 85%
- Service Provision Professional, part-time by contract, remotely since August 2021.
Independent Consultant
Topflow
09.2013 - 07.2022
- Design and apply strategic frameworks, methodologies and leading practices with businesses and organizations, to improve and maintain Risk Management Models, Integrated Quality, Environmental and OHS Management Systems.
- Led first and second-party audits of Management Systems under ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001:2007 and ISO 45001:2018.
- Successfully advise companies in their certification and recertification of their management systems, having as clients Comercial Nutresa, Servicios Nutresa, Novaventa, ARCONSA, Mensula, leading companies in the food, infrastructure, and construction sectors, several of them recognized as world-class by the Down Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI)
- Remotely since August 2021.
Instructor
Universidad CES
05.2016 - 07.2022
- Taught Project Management, Strategic Management and Management Indicators in OHS, Modules of the specialization in OHS Management and master's degree in Social Security, achieving an over 90% course evaluation score
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Recognized as one of the three best teachers of the Specialization in OHS Management during semester 2 of 2018, 2 of 2019 and 2 of 2021 by the students for my contribution to their learning process
- Service Provision Professional, part-time by contract, remotely since August 2021.
Development Advisor
Universidad de Antioquia – ISO CESET
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Participated actively in advising, training, and developing services provided by the ISO – CESET Group of the University of Antioquia related to Management Systems and Risk Management models
- Improvement in more than 30% of the performance indicators and reductions of 25% in the response times of the services offered by the administrative support unit of the engineering faculty of Universidad de Antioquia
- Service Provision Professional, part-time by contract.
External Instructor
Universidad de Medellín
03.2011 - 08.2020
- Provided instruction in Risk Management and Integrated Management Systems, Modules of the Specialization in Construction Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, and Quality Process Management, Modules of the Specialization in Quality Management Systems, achieving an over 90% course evaluation score
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Service Provision Professional, part-time by contract.
Risk Director
Estudios y Manejos - ESTYMA S.A.
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Spearheaded the definition, execution, monitoring, and measurement of the risk model of the company; this included the Integrated Management System under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001, as well as working with senior management and process leaders in the reporting and communication of relevant information related to risks in an ascending, descending and transversal way to Estyma S.A.
- Achieved the recertification of the Integral Management System under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 in a three-month process of reengineering.
- Continuously monitored the effectiveness of risk management practices, adjusting strategies as needed to address changing business needs and external factors.
Risk Advisor
Integral Ingenieros Consultores
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Acted as an advisor in association with the definition and implementation of Risk Management Plans during all phases of the project - Supervision of Sewerage networks EPM Groups 02 and 03 - This allowed the client to complete their project and receive the expected benefits
- Trained two junior professionals in project risk management and technical teams (50 people) in the implemented risk model, contributing to the creation of risk culture in the company (Veteran team members now comfortable with risks valuation and follow up controls and actions) Service Provision Professional, part-time hours.
- Improved the overall risk assessment process for enhanced decision-making and resource allocation.
Risk Management Representant
Consorcio CICE
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Coordinated the Risk Management System for the project 'Detailed Design and Construction of the Medellín River Interceptor and Accessory Works' executed by the CICE Consortium (ICA – COTRYSA – ESTYMA) for Aguas Nacionales EPM S.A., which contributed to the recovery from the contingencies presented and earned an award for achieving all OHS goals
- Developed comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Ensured the start-up of operational activities after the blockage of the two TMBs in 2013, mitigating the impact on the project schedule and reducing delivery risk
- Service Provision Professional, part-time hours.
Project Manager
A.R.G. S.A.S
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Designed and coordinated consulting and Training services for large clients and internal business units, earning accolades from senior leadership for exceeding client expectations and exceeding revenue targets (achieved revenue forecast goals by 120%)
- Successfully implemented a virtual platform for content management and project management, allowing real-time monitoring by clients of the development of consulting services, leading to a 30% increase in new business.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience
- Various
01.1999 - 09.2013
- ICONTEC Internacional. Certification professional. April 2010 – January 2013.
- Independent Consultant. Independent Consultant. December 2006 – April 2010.
- Administradora de Riesgos Profesionales SURA S.A. Risk Prevention Professional. September 2005 – October 2006.
- Stewart & Stevenson de las Américas Colombia Ltda. Director of Management and Quality Systems. May 2003 – September 2005. Administrative Assistant. January 2002 – May 2003. Waukesha Practicing Engineer. June 2001 – December 2001.
- Engineer Jorge Arturo Flórez Adarve – Ingenierias Paralelas, Design Engineer. November 2000 – March 2001.
- International Colombia Resources Corporation - INTERCOR, Internship. January 1999 – July 1999.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Green Business Management & Sustainability - Sustainable Business Management
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BC12.2022
Specialist in OHS Management - Occupational Health And Safety
Fundación Universitaria Del Área Andina
Medellín, Antioquia04.2019
Master´s Degree In General Management – MBA - Business Administration
Universidad Metropolitana De Educación Y Tecnologia – UMECIT
Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá08.2015
Specialist in Project Management - Project Management
Universidad Piloto De Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia07.2005
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Medellín, Colombia06.2000
Skills
- Integrated Management Systems (QHSE)
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Project Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Supplier Quality Management
- Regulatory Compliance & Affairs
- Team Leadership & Development
- Data Analysis & KPI Development
Certification
- Supervising for safety, WorkSafeBC, 05/01/23
- Occupational First Aid Level 1, Care Institute of Safety & Health Inc., 05/01/23
- Driver´s License, Class 5. British Columbia, 05/01/22 - 09/01/24
- Fall Protection End User, Hazmasters, 2021
- Internal Auditor in BASC V.5 – 2017 International Standard, BASC Bogota, 2020
- Internal Auditor in implementation of the OHS and Environmental Management System for RUC Contractors, Consejo Colombiano de Seguridad, 2020
- Occupational Health and Safety Professional, Seccional de Salud de Antioquia, 10/01/19
- Measurement of Risks in Decision Making with the Support of Risk Simulator, Software Shop, 2017
- ISO DIS 45001:2015, ICONTEC Internacional, 2016
- Internal Environmental Auditor ISO 14001:2015, Bureau Veritas Business, 2016
- ISO 9001:2015 Requirements, ICONTEC Internacional, 2015
- Civil Engineer License, COPNIA, 02/01/01
Affiliations
- Standards Council of Canada – Voluntary member ISO7TC 176
- ISO/TC 207/SC 1
- ISO/TC 207/SC 2
Awards
- Award – Civil Engineering, National University of Colombia, 1996
- Scholarship – ICETEX – IEP – 2013, Value US$7.650, 2013
- Scholarship – Kwantlen Polytechnic University – 2022, KPU International Merit Scholarship, 2022
- Graduate with distinction – Kwantlen Polytechnic University – 2022, KPU Senate, 2022
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Green Services Auditor
Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) Lead
Mustang Survival
08.2023 - 10.2023
Operational Excellence and Compliance Specialist
Mustang Survival
07.2022 - 08.2023
Development Advisor
Universidad de Antioquia – ISO CESET
10.2018 - 08.2021
Risk Director
Estudios y Manejos - ESTYMA S.A.
02.2017 - 06.2017
Instructor
Universidad CES
05.2016 - 07.2022
Risk Advisor
Integral Ingenieros Consultores
09.2015 - 04.2017
Risk Management Representant
Consorcio CICE
02.2014 - 03.2015
Prevention Services Distributor
Seguros de Vida Suramericana – ARL Sura
12.2013 - 07.2022
External Professional of Certification and Education
ICONTEC Internacional
09.2013 - 07.2022
Independent Consultant
Topflow
09.2013 - 07.2022
Project Manager
A.R.G. S.A.S
01.2013 - 08.2013
External Instructor
Universidad de Medellín
03.2011 - 08.2020
Previous Experience
- Various
01.1999 - 09.2013
Graduate Diploma in Green Business Management & Sustainability - Sustainable Business Management
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Specialist in OHS Management - Occupational Health And Safety
Fundación Universitaria Del Área Andina
Master´s Degree In General Management – MBA - Business Administration
Universidad Metropolitana De Educación Y Tecnologia – UMECIT
Specialist in Project Management - Project Management
Universidad Piloto De Colombia
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
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