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SHIVAM PATEL

33 Westridge Dr, Halifax,NS

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Construction WorkerHealth and Safety Coordinator

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: 33 Westridge Dr, Halifax, NS
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementPersonal development programsCompany CultureTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Health and safety coordinator with expertise in compliance and risk assessment. Demonstrated success in improving workplace safety culture through effective training programs. Skilled in conducting comprehensive site inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.

Skills

  • Health and safety compliance
  • Safety training
  • Training coordination
  • Safety policies
  • Safety policies development
  • Risk assessment
  • Hazard identification
  • Site inspection
  • Fall protection
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Incident investigation and reporting
  • Documentation management
  • Environmental management
  • Workplace hazard mitigation
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Ergonomics evaluation
  • Task prioritization
  • Personal protective equipment

Work History

PCL construction
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Health and Safety Coordinator
01.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered site safety orientations for new hires, subcontractors, and visitors to ensure clear understanding of site-specific safety requirements.
  • Led internal and external safety audits to maintain compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
  • Managed the implementation of project-specific health and safety plans, ensuring full alignment with company policies and provincial regulations.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and at-risk behaviors, then tracked corrective actions through to completion.
  • Carried out risk assessments and supported the development of job hazard assessments (JHAs) and safe work procedures (SWPs) for high-risk construction activities.
  • Monitored critical operations such as working at heights and heavy equipment use to enforce safety protocols and reduce risk.
  • Investigated workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries to uncover root causes and prevent repeat occurrences.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports with root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
  • Facilitated toolbox talks and safety meetings to strengthen hazard awareness and promote a proactive safety culture.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date safety records, including inspection logs, training documentation, incident reports, and compliance files.
  • Tracked key safety performance indicators (KPIs), including incident frequency rates, and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborated with project managers and superintendents to resolve safety concerns and improve overall site safety performance.
  • Built a strong safety-first culture by engaging workers, reinforcing safe work practices, and promoting accountability across all project levels.

Dora construction
Sydney, Nova Scotia

Construction Worker
05.2024 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Operated heavy machinery for timely completion of construction tasks.
  • Adhered to safety protocols for a secure work environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials to support project needs.
  • Communicated project progress to supervisors, ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Operated power tools, including saws and drills, throughout projects.

Amul (GCMMF) – Dairy & Food Manufacturing Facility
Anand, India

Health & Safety Officer
04.2021 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Implemented and monitored H&S programs across dairy processing and plant operations.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
  • Developed SOPs, safe work procedures, and managed permit-to-work systems.
  • Delivered safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks for the workforce and contractors.
  • Monitored PPE compliance, machine safety, and housekeeping standards, and also maintained safety documentation.
  • Conducted inspections, JSA to identify and control workplace hazards
  • Ensured compliance with the Factories Act,1948, labour laws, and safety regulations.
  • Investigated incidents and near misses; performed RCA and supported CAPA.

Education

Cape Breton University
Sydney

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma from Occupational Health And Safety
05-2025

University Overview

CGPA :- 3.6-5

Sarder Patel University
Anand, INDIA

Bachelor of Science from Biotechnology
06.2017 - 06.2020

University Overview

CGPA:- 9.4-10

Certification

  • CPR & First Aid - National CPR Fondation
  • WHMIS 2015 - CCOHS
  • Fall Protection - Worksite Safety
  • JHSC Part 1 - Worksite Safety
  • CSTS-2020 - ACSA

Achievements

  • Reduced site incidents by implementing proactive safety inspections
  • Delivered safety orientations to 100+ workers
  • Conducted 100+ site inspections and safety audits
  • Delivered safety orientations to 100+ workers
  • Supported zero-LTI (Lost Time Injury) milestones

Overview

5
years of professional experience
5
Certificates
3
years of post-secondary education
SHIVAM PATEL