Ken Gumbs
Ajax,Ontario
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dock Coordinator
TFT Global Inc
Oshawa, Ontario
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Implemented workflow management techniques, achieving a 70% increase in operational efficiency and heightened customer satisfaction
- Supervised, trained, and coached a team of 10 employees, resulting in a reduction of orders passed to subsequent shifts
- Offered support and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment
- Assisted the shift manager in resolving disputes and de-escalating conflicts between employees, contributing to a more harmonious work environment
- Prepared daily end-of-shift reports, improving communication and ensuring a seamless transition between shifts
- Conducted pre-shift discussions, reinforcing safety and quality protocols and establishing a track record of zero lost time incidents.
Health and Safety Coordinator
East Penn Canada
Courtice, Ontario
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed informative presentations on health and safety KPIs, highlighting organizational trends and improvement areas
- Facilitated regular communication with both management and employees to address safety issues and cultivate a safety- centric culture
- Researched and delivered comprehensive safety training programs, ensuring a thorough understanding of health and safety practices
- Organized and executed drills and training sessions to familiarize employees with emergency management and chemical spill procedures, ensuring preparedness
- Chaired Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings, accurately documenting employee concerns and proposing suggestions to enhance overall safety
- Conducted routine workplace inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations, actively encouraging the reporting of safety concerns
- Supported WSIB claims and Return to Work (RTW) programs, collaborating with Case Managers and documenting the progress of injured/sick employees transitioning from modified to full-time duties.
Health Safety, Environment Officer
The Eco-Industrial Development Company of Tobago (E-IDCOT) Limited, Tobago
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Advised on risk management strategies, proactively identifying workplace incidents and recommending preventative measures
- Efficiently coordinated Health and Safety (H&S) training initiatives, maintaining accurate records for third-party audits
- Actively participated in workplace incident investigations, conducting thorough root cause analyses and proposing corrective actions
- Enforced compliance with the OSHA Act, ensuring tenants' adherence to all relevant laws and regulations
- Investigated incidents within the park's premises, providing valuable recommendations to prevent future occurrences
- Co-chaired Health and Safety Committee meetings, accurately documenting minutes for reference and record-keeping purposes.
Chemistry Teacher
Division of Education, Research and Technology, Trinidad and Tobago
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Developed and presented engaging lesson plans in alignment with the Science curriculum
- Delivered clear and organized lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experiments to effectively convey Chemistry concepts
- Established a positive classroom environment by actively managing students' behavior and enforcing classroom rules
- Offered additional assistance to students facing challenges in understanding Chemistry fundamentals through extra classes
- Ensured compliance with school safety requirements in all laboratory activities and educated students on proper safety procedures
- Designed and administered assessments, quizzes, and exams to evaluate students' comprehension of Chemistry concepts.
Health and Safety Officer
San Juan Regional Corporation, Trinidad and Tobago
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Regularly communicated with management, employees, and stakeholders regarding safety issues
- Conducted routine risk assessments to identify potential workplace hazards
- Maintained precise records of safety-related activities, including inspections, training, and incidents
- Investigated accidents and incidents, determining root causes and recommending preventive actions
- Organized and executed drills to ensure employee familiarity with emergency procedures
- Ensured the proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with the OSHA Act.
Education
Information Technology Professional Course Online Professional Development - undefined
June 2023
MSc - Occupational, Environmental Safety and Health
The University of the West Indies
October 2015
BSc. - Chemistry, Biology
The University of the West Indies
October 2012
master’s degree - undefined
bachelor’s degree - undefined
Skills
- Investigation and Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Emergency Management
- Auditing and Inspections
- Technical Proficiency
- Customer Service
- Training and Education
- First Aid, CPR and AED
- WSIB Claims Management
Accomplishments
- Standard First Aid CPR and AED | St
- John Ambulance | Renewal: September 2026
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) | IHSA.ca| Renewal: January 2025
Timeline
Dock Coordinator
TFT Global Inc
01.2022 - 02.2022
Health and Safety Coordinator
East Penn Canada
09.2019 - 01.2022
Health Safety, Environment Officer
The Eco-Industrial Development Company of Tobago (E-IDCOT) Limited, Tobago
09.2016 - 10.2018
Chemistry Teacher
Division of Education, Research and Technology, Trinidad and Tobago
08.2014 - 09.2016
Health and Safety Officer
San Juan Regional Corporation, Trinidad and Tobago
08.2012 - 08.2014
Information Technology Professional Course Online Professional Development - undefined
MSc - Occupational, Environmental Safety and Health
The University of the West Indies
BSc. - Chemistry, Biology
The University of the West Indies
master’s degree - undefined
bachelor’s degree - undefined
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