MARK SAMBER
Calgary,AB
Summary
Highly skilled Health, Safety, and Environmental professional with expertise in various industries including oil and gas, manufacturing, transportation, education, food services, construction, and project management. Specializes in health and safety management systems, risk mitigation techniques, fleet management, operational safety, and disability and claims management in Canada and the US. Known for fostering a safety culture through enthusiastic coaching and mentoring. Adept at implementing COR and ISO accredited programs with a focus on critical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication for positive outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regulatory Compliance Advisor
J.J.Keller & Associates
01.2022 - 01.2025
- As the soul regulatory compliance advisor for Canadian operations. My primary role was to provide services to transportation and commercial companies both in the US and Canada on regulations, products, online services, Training and software applications. My job function areas included Canada’s federal and provincial transportation safety regulations and National Safety Code fleet safety management, transportation safety audits, driver qualifications, training and hours of service and cross border transportation for Canada, US and Mexico
Health & Safety Consultant
Brandt Tractor Ltd
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Health and Safety Consultant, for the previous Cervus Equipment Corporation group of operations acquired by Brandt Group of Companies. My primary role was to ensure the smooth transition and integration of the Cervus groups into the Brandt health & safety program and processes. The main role was to continue to support 62 branch locations across 5 provinces and 3 countries for Workplace Health and Safety, WCB/WSIB, and Disability Claims Management. Health and Safety Training and Performance.
Corporate Health & Safety Manager
Cervus Equipment Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Corporate Manager of Health and Safety, reporting to the President for Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. My primary role was to ensure Cervus Equipment’s HSE performance and program exceeded the corporate vision and industry standard. A key component of this role was to manage and support 62 branch locations across 5 provinces and 3 countries for Workplace Health and Safety, Fleet Safety, Environmental Compliance and Stewardship, WCB/WSIB, and Disability Claims Management. Health and Safety Training and Performance.
Corporate Manager - Health, Safety & Environment
Norwest Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Corporate Manager of Health Safety and Environment, reporting to the President of Canadian and US operations. My primary role was to ensure Norwest was an industry leader in overall Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance. A priority of this role was to manage HSE risk for the Company’s field projects in Upstream Petroleum, Construction, Surface Mining, and Environmental Geotechnical support.
Health, Safety & Wellness Manager
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Manager of Health Safety and Wellness, reporting to the Vice President, Employee and Students Services. My primary role was accountability for the organization’s health safety and wellness strategies, within SAIT’s diverse learning environment. Manage 4 divisional annual budgets for the HSW Department (2.6M/Y). Manage 22 section staff within 6 areas of operations (Campus Health Clinic, Student Development and Counseling, Disability Management, Mental Health Management, and Health, Safety and Environment)
Health, Safety & Environmental Manager - Western Canada
Waste Management
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Safety & Environmental Manager reporting to the Director of Operations for Western Canada and to the Vice President of H&S for Western North America. My primary role was responsible for 37 locations across 5 provinces with an overall staff of 2800 and a fleet of 850 units. Provide coaching to management and employees of a multi-union environment in the relevant application of sound safety management practices. Fleet Safety and Management, Transportation Permits and Carrier profile audits, and NSC compliance.
Education
Safety, Health, and Environmental Management
University of Fredericton
01.2010
Environmental Management
Mount Royal University
01.2001
Skills
- Health & Safety Management Systems
- Environmental Risk Management & Controls
- COR & ISO Program Implementation and Compliance
- Fleet Management and Safety Compliance
- Canadian OHS and US OSHA Regulations and Legislation
- Claims and Disability Management
- Industrial Hygiene Project Management
Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- NRC Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)
- Certified Securities Officer (CSO)
- Certified Environmental Technician (CET)
- IOSH Member (since 2007)
- Member of Canadian Society of Safety Engineers (since 2004)
- ComplyWorks Client Advisory Group
Timeline
Regulatory Compliance Advisor
J.J.Keller & Associates
01.2022 - 01.2025
Health & Safety Consultant
Brandt Tractor Ltd
01.2021 - 01.2022
Corporate Health & Safety Manager
Cervus Equipment Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2021
Corporate Manager - Health, Safety & Environment
Norwest Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2016
Health, Safety & Wellness Manager
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
01.2008 - 01.2010
Health, Safety & Environmental Manager - Western Canada
Waste Management
01.2004 - 01.2008
Safety, Health, and Environmental Management
University of Fredericton
Environmental Management
Mount Royal University
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