Victoria Gray
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Results-driven safety professional with over 9 years of experience in occupational health and safety across municipal, construction, and industrial sectors. Proven track record in personnel management, safety program development, and regulatory compliance, including OHSA, HTA, and CVOR standards. Began career as a provincial regional manager, ensuring legislative compliance across multiple retail locations, and later advanced to safety leadership roles in high-risk environments such as the Oil Sands of Fort McMurray. Skilled in incident investigation, risk analysis, and fostering a proactive safety culture through collaboration and training. Currently serving in a municipal safety role and actively pursuing the Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Officer - Fleet Safety
City Of Ottawa
10.2024 - Current
- Working to develop and implement vehicle safety initiatives to reduce collisions, incidents, and convictions across the City’s fleet.
- Analyzing risk event data and trends to improve KPIs such as collision frequency and CVOR violation rates.
- Conduct investigations into vehicle risk events, determined preventability, and recommended corrective actions.
- Provide on-scene support for collisions and incidents, liaising with emergency responders and collecting evidence as required.
- Assess driver history and enforced operational restrictions when risk thresholds were met.
- Perform compliance audits on vehicles, drivers, and administrative records to ensure adherence to legislation and internal policies.
- Support the Fleet Safety and CVOR Management Program compliance and contributed to maintaining the City’s safety certification.
- Provided technical safety advice to Driver Training, Fleet Maintenance, and Lifecycle Management teams.
- Participated in JHSC meetings and promoted awareness of vehicle safety and regulatory requirements.
- Drafted safety communications, and poster campaigns.
- Ensured compliance with OHSA, HTA, CVOR, TDG, and other applicable legislation.
Health & Safety Coordinator, Infrastructure & Water Services Department
City of Ottawa
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Intervenes in correcting unsafe work practices ensuring the timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions with supervisors and management
- Review accident investigation reports critically and analyzing health and safety statistics to assess gaps and leading indicators
- Monitor employees’ and employer’s adherence to safety policies and/or guidelines
- Advising all workers on health and safety matters
- Carry out development and/or assessment of departmental safety policies and procedures in collaboration with field employees, supervisors and the JHSC. Monitor and evaluate the outcome of such policies and procedures
- Plan and implement a departmental health & safety management program
- Coordinating interdepartmental health and safety activities
- Conducting research on special problems brought forth and resolving reposted health and safety issues
- Attending all joint health and safety committee meetings as a resource person
Safety Manager
Frecon Construction
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Plan, implement, and review corporate OHS policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with applicable legislation, corporate Health and Safety Manual, and regional-specific requirements
- Audit the occupational health and safety management system to build action plans for attaining COR
- Review and adjust policies to stay abreast of changes to Occupational Health and Safety laws and regulations
- Coach health & safety excellence in the field with a positive attitude, often utilizing creative problem solving to find resolutions
Safety Manager
Beacon Lite
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Plan, implement, and review corporate OHS policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with applicable legislation, corporate Health and Safety Manual, and regional-specific requirements
- Created and maintain a safety incentive program for employees
- Perform incident investigation and complete reports as required
- Site inspections
- Oversee training of all employees, including satellite locations in Kingston, Sudbury and Kirkland Lake.
- Coordinate with sister company in Quebec and assist their safety representative in navigating the differences within the legislation
- Audit training records and health and safety program.
- Implementing and building processes for the business including fire extinguishers and first aid kits
- Routinely inspect company equipment to ensure processes are being followed
Safety Advisor
PGC Services
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Plan, implement, and review corporate OHS policies, procedures, and programs in accordance with applicable legislation, corporate Health and Safety Manual, and regional-specific requirements
- Monitor legislative requirements and technical changes to ensure continued compliance
- Provide or coordinate training for new and existing employees, with a focus on continuous education
- Inspect workplaces for adherence to corporate-specific policies and applicable legislation; provide feedback to management on findings
- Conduct and regularly update risk assessments
- Select and maintain inventory of safety and personal protective equipment for employees
- Perform incident investigation and complete reports as required
- Coordinate the achievement of Certificate of Recognition (COR)
- Foster a safety culture within the organization through program implementation, participation, and leading by example.
Operator Assistant/Swamper
PGC Services
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Exposed live utility infrastructure, remove debris, and perform slot trenching and digging utilizing hydro-excavation equipment
- Performed pre- and post-operation inspections of hydro-excavation equipment to ensure employee, client, and public safety
- Followed company policies and procedures for routine equipment maintenance
- Selected and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment
- Applied grounding and/or bonding procedures for safe operation in proximity to live electrical infrastructure
Field Operator
CEDA
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Completed Field Level Hazard Assessments and Toolbox Talks on a daily basis and as conditions change
- Operated light-duty vehicles in off-road conditions
- Manually manipulated valving along pipeline system, and performed other maintenance tasks such as line checks, leak testing, and line flushing
- Inspected and operated equipment such as pumps and diesel light plants
- Inspected dredges, scaffolds, extinguishers and other tailings equipment as required
- Sampled and tested treated tailings material, coordinated with polymer plant to adjust dosing according to results
- Followed safety permit process for hot and cold work; ensured appropriate lockout of energized equipment
- Actively participated in Joint Health and Safety Committee
- Was laid off from this position in April due to Covid19
Provincial Regional Manager
Spareparts
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Oversaw eight stores across Ontario with an approximate staff of 50
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new hires for store openings across the province. Built locations from the ground up on these Ontario stores and 3 Alberta locations
- Ensured all locations followed provincial health and safety regulations, built provincial policies and standards when the business moved East
- Coordinated with builders regarding build deficiencies before opening
- Hosted weekly Manager Meetings to discuss sales, recruitment, coaching opportunities, and areas for business growth
- Performed store visits to examine cleanliness, organization, and adherence to policies and procedures
- Arranged sales incentives for employees
- Coordinated product knowledge opportunities between employees and vendors
- Reviewed product advertising campaigns and merchandising within the district
- Performed payroll, monitored wage cost and administrative duties for the district of Ontario
Education
Certificate - Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
University of Fredericton
03.2022
Skills
- National Construction Safety Officer
- Fleet & Driver Safety – Developing experience in vehicle risk prevention, CVOR compliance, and safety program development across the municipal sector
- Regulatory Compliance – In-depth knowledge of OHSA, HTA, CVOR, TDG, and other safety legislation; skilled in conducting audits and ensuring adherence
- Incident Investigation & Risk Analysis – Proficient in root cause analysis, preventability assessments, and implementing corrective actions to reduce future risk
- Leadership & Coaching – Demonstrates servant leadership by mentoring teams, promoting safety culture, and leading by example in high-pressure environments
- Client Service Commitment – Delivers responsive, respectful, and solution-oriented service to internal departments and external stakeholders
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Applies creative thinking to safety challenges, develops new initiatives, and integrates emerging technologies
- Interactive Communication – Skilled in preparing clear reports, delivering training, and engaging diverse audiences with professionalism and empathy
- Teamwork & Collaboration – Builds strong relationships across departments, contributes to inclusive work environments, and supports shared goals
- Strategic Thinking – Aligns safety initiatives with organizational objectives, anticipates risks, and supports long-term operational success
- Business Acumen – Understands the operational impact of safety decisions and contributes to efficient, transparent, and accountable service delivery
Affiliations
Member of Women in Occupational Health and Safety Society
Certification
- WHMIS 2015
- Standard First Aid CPR C + AED
- Construction Safety Orientation
- Construction Safety Training Systems
- Working at Heights
- JHSC Certification Part 1
- JHSC Certification Part 2 (Construction)
- COR Essentials
- COR Internal Auditor
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation
- Collision Review Board
- Basic Auditing Principles
- Basics of Supervising
- Book 7 Temporary Conditions
- Hazard and Risk Management
- Investigating and Reporting Incidents
- Defensive Driving
- Lockout Tagout (Train the Trainer)
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Professional Locates Administrator
- Confined Space Entry
- Mental Health First Aid
- SafeTALK Suicide Prevention
- Lean Six Sigma White Belt
Timeline
Program Officer - Fleet Safety
City Of Ottawa
10.2024 - Current
Health & Safety Coordinator, Infrastructure & Water Services Department
City of Ottawa
09.2022 - 10.2024
Safety Manager
Frecon Construction
04.2022 - 08.2022
Safety Manager
Beacon Lite
03.2021 - 03.2022
Safety Advisor
PGC Services
09.2020 - 06.2021
Operator Assistant/Swamper
PGC Services
06.2020 - 09.2020
Field Operator
CEDA
03.2018 - 04.2020
Provincial Regional Manager
Spareparts
01.2015 - 10.2017
Certificate - Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
University of Fredericton
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