Overview
Summary
Skills
Education
Certification
Accomplishments
Work History
Websites
References
Timeline
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Shafiudeen Bala

Shafiudeen Bala

Occupational Health and Safety student
Winnipeg,MB

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5

Certifications

4
4
years of post-secondary education

Summary

Occupational Health and Safety student with a strong foundation in environmental studies and practical safety training. Demonstrated experience in hazard recognition, safety protocols, and compliance monitoring. Proven track record of incorporating safety mindset into professional activities while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

  • Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and adaptable to new digital platforms and tools
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong written and verbal skills for professional interactions; effective across all organizational levels
  • Independent and team-oriented: Able to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse teams, while maintaining a proactive attitude
  • Safety and Compliance: Knowledge of WHMIS, hazardous materials protocols, and health and safety regulations
  • Research and analysis: Experienced in efficacy assessments, compatibility testing (herbicides/fungicides), energy audits, and cost-benefit analysis for sustainable practices
  • Organizational skills and adaptability: Detail-oriented, adaptable in dynamic environments, and skilled at managing confidential information with discretion

Education

Occupational Health And Safety Diploma

Herzing College
Winnipeg, MB
08.2024 - Current

Solar Installation Training

Green Skills Academy
Winnipeg, MB
03-2024

Essential Skills Training Course

Eco Canada
Winnipeg, MB
07-2022

Bachelor of Environmental Studies

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
01.2016 - 05.2019

Certification

  • Basic First Aid, CPR C & AED (2024)
  • CSAM Working at Heights Training (2024)
  • Worksite Ladder Safety (2024)
  • Worksite Electrical Safety (2024)
  • WHMIS 2015 (2023)

Accomplishments

  • Conducted comprehensive energy audit for University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus residences, utilizing thermal imaging technology and performing detailed cost-benefit analysis for energy efficiency improvements
  • Founded and led student green journal initiative, demonstrating leadership in promoting sustainable practices and environmental awareness
  • Completed hands-on solar installation training with focus on workplace safety standards and sustainable energy systems integration

Work History

Sales Associate

Allianz Global Assistance
Winnipeg, MB
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintain compliance with documentation requirements while meeting sales targets.
  • Effectively communicate complex information to diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Process and fulfill customer orders while maintaining 100% documentation accuracy
  • Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to track and analyze sales data

Research Trial Assistant

OMEX Agriculture
Winnipeg, MB
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Implemented and monitored safety protocols during field trials, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Conducted regular safety assessments and hazard identification during field operations.
  • Assisted with regulatory site audits and maintained detailed safety documentation
  • Prepared comprehensive research reports incorporating safety and environmental considerations

Canada Life

Claims Examiner
Winnipeg, MB
07.2021 - 05.2022
  • Evaluated claims while ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and regulations
  • Collaborated with multiple stakeholders to gather and verify critical information
  • Managed and updated detailed spreadsheets for claim tracking
  • Investigated and resolved data discrepancies to ensure accuracy

Operation Specialist

Just Eats Takeaway
Winnipeg, Manitoba
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Coordinated order fulfillment across multiple departments
  • Successfully managed competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Resolved complex customer inquiries through effective problem-solving
  • Maintained detailed documentation of all operations and customer interactions

Customer Service Representative

IntouchCX
Winnipeg, Manitoba
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Improved customer satisfaction by 40% through effective problem-solving
  • Managed multiple customer inquiries simultaneously while maintaining accuracy
  • Utilized various software systems to track and process customer requests
  • Collaborated with different departments to resolve customer issues

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Associate

Allianz Global Assistance
09.2024 - Current

Occupational Health And Safety Diploma

Herzing College
08.2024 - Current

Research Trial Assistant

OMEX Agriculture
05.2023 - 11.2023

Canada Life

Claims Examiner
07.2021 - 05.2022

Operation Specialist

Just Eats Takeaway
10.2020 - 07.2021

Customer Service Representative

IntouchCX
08.2019 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Environmental Studies

University of Manitoba
01.2016 - 05.2019
  • Basic First Aid, CPR C & AED (2024)
  • CSAM Working at Heights Training (2024)
  • Worksite Ladder Safety (2024)
  • Worksite Electrical Safety (2024)
  • WHMIS (2023)

Solar Installation Training

Green Skills Academy

Essential Skills Training Course

Eco Canada
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