Nicole Owen-Cormier
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Hardworking and disciplined with strong program management and team leadership skills. Adept at improving company policies, educating workers and resolving problems with a proactive approach. Driven and highly qualified professional specializing in diversity recruiting, operational management and employee engagement. Experienced in recruiting suitable candidates and maintaining employee information. Adept at building positive relationships with employees and staff.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
McClelland Oilfield Rentals Ltd
03.2022 - Current
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Leveraged statistical analysis to improve awareness, change behavior and drive continuous improvement in programs and processes.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Bakery Manager
Crooked Creek Store
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Managed all baking operations professionally and handled all problems confidently.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Monitored inventory levels and identified opportunities for cost savings.
- Created marketing strategies and promotional campaigns to increase customer traffic and boost sales.
- Established and maintained relationships with suppliers to procure quality ingredients and equipment.
- Evaluated data on stock levels, customer sales and other factors, assessed trends and reported on findings to help senior management make effective operational decisions.
Office Administrator/ Safety
DeBolt Contracting Ltd
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Oversaw maintenance of office facilities and equipment by collaborating with and inspecting work of repair contractors.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.
Safety Administrator
Amico Construction Inc. & Premiere Plumbing
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
Safety Coordinator/HR Administrator
Bowline Carriers/Northland Tank & Heavy Haul Ltd
07.2010 - 03.2016
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated shop quality issues.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies.
- Wrote safety program plans to manage hazards, reduce incidents and save company money through less time lost and lower insurance payouts.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Organized company-wide events designed to boost employee morale.
- Managed benefits enrollment by answering questions and aiding employees with login details.
- Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies.
Payroll Administrator
Klassen Brothers Northern
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for over 100 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
- Responded to employee questions and requests for information in timely and knowledgeable fashion.
- Back up for Accounts Receivable
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgevalley
Crooked Creek, AB06.1993
Skills
- Program Management
- Environmental Health and Safety
- Contractor Safety
- Mentoring
- Paperwork Preparation
- Time Management
- Customer Relations
- Policy and Procedure Writing
- Accurate Data Processing
- Adaptable to Changing Conditions
- Manage Employee Relations
Accomplishments
Dale Carnegie Leadership Course- December 2019
Activities
- Camping
- Building hunting cabin
- Watch son play hockey
- Spend time with family
Training
Sage 50 Accounting Safety Designation for Internal Auditing
References
Available upon Request
Languages
English
Certification
Internal Auditor for Energy Safety Canada
Internal Auditor for Alberta Association for Safety Partnerships
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
McClelland Oilfield Rentals Ltd
03.2022 - Current
Bakery Manager
Crooked Creek Store
06.2019 - 09.2021
Office Administrator/ Safety
DeBolt Contracting Ltd
06.2017 - 06.2018
Safety Administrator
Amico Construction Inc. & Premiere Plumbing
05.2016 - 05.2017
Safety Coordinator/HR Administrator
Bowline Carriers/Northland Tank & Heavy Haul Ltd
07.2010 - 03.2016
Payroll Administrator
Klassen Brothers Northern
07.2006 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Ridgevalley
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