Somi Taleie
Chilliwack,CA
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Environmental, Health and Safety Manager
Alpine Building Maintenance
10.2020 - Current
- Oversee and managing Occupational Health and safety program in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and Yukon
- Lead Alpine to achieve AB COR, GBAC- Star and CIMS certificates through ISSA, and maintaining AB and BC COR certifications
- Develop health and safety training material.
- Manage sub-contractors’ safety compliance across Canada.
- Reduce accident rates through proactive hazard identification and risk assessment initiatives, conducting incident investigation and managing WCB claims.
- Establish strong relationships with regulatory agencies, facilitating smooth communication and cooperation during inspections and audits.
- Reduce accident rates through proactive hazard identification and risk assessment initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate safety considerations into project planning and execution processes.
Instructor
BC Institute of Technology, Legislation
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Teaching Canadian, US and other countries health and safety legislation and laws.
- Developing weekly lesson plans, group discussions, group, and individual assignments
- Responding to questions and marking the exams and assignments.
- Assisting in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
Environmental, Health and Safety Manager
Securiguard Services
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Responsible for hazard assessments, near- miss/accident/incident investigation including workplace harassment.
- Developed Site Specific Safety Management Plans (SMP) and trained employees on their safety and legal rights and responsibilities.
- Updated compliance networks such as ISNetworld, Contractor check, Comply works, Avetta
- Developed comprehensive business continuity plans that minimized disruptions to operations during COVID-19.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
Health, Safety and Wellness Advisor
BC SPCA
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Conducting ongoing research on current wellness trends to provide up-to-date information and resources to develop comprehensive mental health program.
- Develop prevention methods to minimize effect of compassionate fatigue and Trauma in workers.
- Managing Workers Compensation claims and Return to Work plans.
- Contributing to a positive work culture by participating in team meetings, offering constructive feedback, problem-solving strategies.
Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
BC Hydro Construction Services
07.2013 - 12.2016
- Extensive experience working in Generation, Transmission and Distribution projects such acted as a Site Safety Coordinator for high profile projects such as Interior LowerInvolved in pre-Job planning for public safety, contractor, and BC Hydro Employee safety on a variety of small to large scope projects
- Conducted work observations, inspections, and safety audits , job specific hazard assessment and developed Safety Management Plans, Safe Work Procedures, Wildfire Control Plans, and Emergency Rescue Plans.
- Mainland, ILM 230 kv Transmission Line in Spuzzum; and conducted monthly safety audits for Ruskin Dam and Powerhouse Rebuild and Upgrade Project in Mission
- Monitored compliance throughout the company with the corporate health, safety and environment policies and procedures in conjunction with Workers' Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation.
Safety and Compliance Supervisor
Pacific Coast Express Ltd, A Landtran Company
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Performed site inspections to ensure compliance with the Canada Labour Code, National Safety Code, US Department of Transportation, Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, and Environmental regulations.
- Monitored all hazard observations, fleet maintenance records, drivers’ training records.
- Actively participated in Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings
- In charge of pre-employment screening, interviews and drug and alcohol pre-screening and random testing for operations personnel and drivers
- Provided training to drivers on Load securement, winter driving, WHMIS and TDG.
Environmental Health and Safety Technologist
Golder Associates Ltd
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Performed assessment, and health and safety inspection services on small to large-scale hazardous building materials surveys, abatement, and demolition projects
- Responsible for reviewing contractor’s work procedures and completion of detailed site inspection reports
- Performed noise survey and hazardous material sampling for different clients and interpreted results and prepared technical reports for clients based on field investigations and laboratory results
- Actively participated in BC Hydro underground vault asbestos inspection, inventory, and abatement program
Education
CRSP - Occupational Health And Safety
BCRSP
BC 11.2022 - 11.2022
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety
British Columbia Institute of Technology
BC 09.2006 - 06.2010
Certificate - Human Resources Management
British Columbia Institute of Technology
BC 09.2008 - 12.2010
Certificate - Business Management
British Columbia Institute of Technology
BC 09.2008 - 12.2010
Designation - National Construction Safety Officer
BC Construction Alliances
BC 11.2018 - 10.2020
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance Evaluations
- Workplace Inspections
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Prevention Strategies
- Injury Prevention
- Incident Investigation
- Workplace Security
- Disability Management
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Task Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-Directed
Summary
Knowledgeable professional eager to leverage knowledge in occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Smart and efficient with relevant software and technology for data analysis and reporting.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridRemoteImportant To Me
Work from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingHealthcare benefitsCareer advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsTimeline
CRSP - Occupational Health And Safety
BCRSP
11.2022 - 11.2022
Environmental, Health and Safety Manager
Alpine Building Maintenance
10.2020 - Current
Instructor
BC Institute of Technology, Legislation
03.2020 - 06.2022
Designation - National Construction Safety Officer
BC Construction Alliances
11.2018 - 10.2020
Health, Safety and Wellness Advisor
BC SPCA
10.2018 - 07.2019
Environmental, Health and Safety Manager
Securiguard Services
10.2017 - 10.2020
Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
BC Hydro Construction Services
07.2013 - 12.2016
Safety and Compliance Supervisor
Pacific Coast Express Ltd, A Landtran Company
06.2012 - 07.2013
Environmental Health and Safety Technologist
Golder Associates Ltd
01.2012 - 06.2012
Certificate - Human Resources Management
British Columbia Institute of Technology
09.2008 - 12.2010
Certificate - Business Management
British Columbia Institute of Technology
09.2008 - 12.2010
Diploma - Occupational Health And Safety
British Columbia Institute of Technology
09.2006 - 06.2010
References
References
Available upon request.
References
References
Available upon request.
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