Narciso Canete Jr
Burnaby
Summary
Experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professional with over 14 years in the field, specializing in establishing and implementing EHS Management Systems in a manufacturing environment. Registered Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) professional and Occupational Hygienist in Singapore. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Occupational and Environmental Hygiene at the University of British Columbia. Seeking an internship to apply and expand my skills in occupational hygiene and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Regional EHS Engineer
Symrise Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
2020.04 - 2023.08
- Successfully launched Benchmark ESG as an EHS management system tool, ensuring operational risk management and compliance across Asia Pacific (APAC) sites.
- Spearheaded the development and deployment of an innovative EHS e-learning platform in the APAC region, fostering continuous learning and competence development among employees.
- Led digitalization efforts to enhance EHS processes, including Risk Assessment, Permit-To-Work, and Visitor Management Systems, resulting in an elevated standard of safety protocols at the Singapore site.
- Increased hazard reporting across APAC sites by 150% in 2022, underscoring heightened reporting diligence and a reinforced safety culture.
- Led high-risk process/activity risk assessments across APAC regional sites
- Strengthened Singapore site's implementation of Risk Management, Chemical Management, Ergonomics, and Confined Space to align with Global EHS Corporate Safety Golden Rules.
- Led and managed the industrial hygiene programs of two Singapore sites.
- Led and managed risk assessments program and incident investigations.
- Provided technical support and training to team members, contributing to the skill development of employees across the APAC region.
Senior Workplace Safety & Health Officer
Lumileds Singapore Pte. Ltd.
2013.06 - 2020.04
- Played a pivotal role in establishing the Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) initiative at Lumileds Singapore Pte Ltd.
- Successfully developed and implemented a Contractors Safety Program, resulting in a commendable zero record of accidents.
- Collaborated with the Facilities Project Team to enhance safety by refurbishing the Working-at-Height infrastructure.
- Created a dedicated Committee for Monthly EHS Inspections, leading to an improved EHS Inspection Procedure.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Program to safeguard employee well-being.
- Conducted EHS training for employees, visitors, and contractors.
EHS Consultant
CA Safety Technology Pte. Ltd.
2011.06 - 2013.06
- Led the development and revision of client’s EHS procedures, contributing to operational efficiency and safety.
- Managed EHS performance statistics and conducted impactful training and safety programs.
- Developed and implemented contractor safety programs.
- Coordinated Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment processes, bolstering proactive risk management.
- Led EHS audits, incident investigations, and industrial hygiene monitoring.
- Maintained crucial records for regulatory compliance and provided EHS recommendations to facilities management.
Environmental, Health and Safety Lead
Muramoto Audio-Visual Philippines, Inc.
2008.03 - 2011.02
- Led and developed effective working relationships with site management, employees to drive continual improvement in EHS program;
- Maintained the established EHSMS of the company as conformant to ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 standards for 3 years and upgraded to its latest version, ISO 14001:2009 and OHSAS 18001:2007 respectively;
- Leader on safety aspects for multiple facilities and over 1400 employees.
- Reduced the number of reported and documented injuries among 1,400 employees by 50% (from 6 to 3) within one year;
- Increased new EHS controls and improvement from 32% to 90% and their effectiveness from 27% to 86% accumulated data within one year.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational And Environmental Hygiene
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC04.2025
Specialist Diploma - Workplace Safety And Health
Singapore Polytechnic
Singapore09.2017
Specialist Diploma - Occupational Hygiene
Singapore Polytechnic
Singapore10.2015
Advanced Certificate - Workplace Safety And Health
Singapore Polytechnic
Singapore05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Cebu Institute of Technology University
Philippines03.2007
Skills
- Industrial Hygiene
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Process Safety Management
- Accident Investigation
- Behavior-Based Safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Ergonomics
- ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 2800, ISO 46001
- Communication Skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Collaboration and Relationship Building
Certification
- Registered WSH Officer, MOM, Singapore
- Certified Fire Safety Manager, SCDF, Singapore
- Occupational Hygiene Professional, Singapore
- Noise Monitoring Officer
- Noise Control Officer
- Indoor Air Quality Manager
- IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor
- EHS Internal Auditor (ISO 45001, ISO 14001 & ISO 46001 certification)
- Management of hazardous substances
- Certified Working-at-Height Assessor (Singapore)
- Certified Working-at-Height Supervisor (Singapore)
- Incident Management
Current Coursework
- Chemical and Biological Hazard Measurement
- Toxicology and Public Health
- Quantitative Methods for the Assessment & Analysis of Exposure
- Data
Projects
Noise Mapping, Dosimetry and Hearing Conservation Program at Seaspan Vancouver Shipyard Ergonomic Assessment at Kitchen Restaurant Workplace Hazard Assessment of Pet Food Manufacturing Plant
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Regional EHS Engineer
Symrise Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
2020.04 - 2023.08
Senior Workplace Safety & Health Officer
Lumileds Singapore Pte. Ltd.
2013.06 - 2020.04
EHS Consultant
CA Safety Technology Pte. Ltd.
2011.06 - 2013.06
Environmental, Health and Safety Lead
Muramoto Audio-Visual Philippines, Inc.
2008.03 - 2011.02
Master of Science - Occupational And Environmental Hygiene
University of British Columbia
Specialist Diploma - Workplace Safety And Health
Singapore Polytechnic
Specialist Diploma - Occupational Hygiene
Singapore Polytechnic
Advanced Certificate - Workplace Safety And Health
Singapore Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Cebu Institute of Technology University
- Registered WSH Officer, MOM, Singapore
- Certified Fire Safety Manager, SCDF, Singapore
- Occupational Hygiene Professional, Singapore
- Noise Monitoring Officer
- Noise Control Officer
- Indoor Air Quality Manager
- IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor
- EHS Internal Auditor (ISO 45001, ISO 14001 & ISO 46001 certification)
- Management of hazardous substances
- Certified Working-at-Height Assessor (Singapore)
- Certified Working-at-Height Supervisor (Singapore)
- Incident Management
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