William Penno
Williams Lake,Canada
Summary
Through my previous roles as a National Construction Safety Officer at Formula Contractors, as a HSE Manager / Construction Safety Advisor at Pinnacle Renewable Energy, and over 15 years of Supervisory experience, I have developed my skills to effectively manage the day-to-day safety operations of construction projects throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon and the NWT. I am known for a “boots on the ground approach” to maintain high standards with dedication to achieving top-tier HSE performance, excelling in implementing behavior-based initiatives, conducting COR internal audits, providing mentoring, and swiftly implementing necessary changes. I have proven experience in enforcing company safety policies, and can develop site safety plans such as, emergency response, fall protection, and first aid requirements effectively enhancing a safer work environment. I am a highly collaborative team player adaptable to changing needs. I possess skills in risk & hazard assessment, site inspections, fall protection, confined space entry and monitoring, advanced first aid & injury management, lockout/tagout, regulatory compliance, contractor management, effective communication and documentation. Through exceptional leadership and mentorship, I successfully cultivated safe work cultures and I believe in working safely 24/7, both at work and at home.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NCSO – National Construction Safety Officer
Formula Contractors Ltd.
08.2022 - Current
- Involved with over 30 projects for Formula Contractors Ltd
- Travelled between job sites to complete site inspections, audits of the HSMS program, Job Hazard Assessments, Fall Protection Plans, Incident Investigations, Site Specific Safety Plans, Emergency Response Plans, First Aid Assessments, Site Specific Hazard Identification and Assessment, Employee and Contractor Behavior Observations
- Ensured company employee, equipment, and contractor compliance at the worksites with all federal and provincial OHS and Environmental regulations
Industrial Level 3 First Aid Attendant
AFDE Group
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained high-quality records of all incidents attended, enabling accurate reporting while also identifying potential areas of improvement in emergency response procedures
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing necessary measures
HSE Manager
Pinnacle Renewable Energy (as part of Drax Group Canada)
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Spearheaded incident investigations, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions
- Managed hazardous waste disposal programs in accordance with local regulations, reducing potential risks to employees and the environment
- Managed emergency response efforts, ensuring proper coordination and minimizing impact on operations
Construction Safety Advisor
Pinnacle Renewable Energy
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards
- Facilitated communication between departments about safety initiatives, fostering collaboration towards shared goals of increased workplace health and wellbeing
Operations Supervisor
Pinnacle Renewable Energy Williams Lake Division
08.2014 - 09.2017
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members
Supervisor 2
Louisiana Pacific Canada EWP Division
05.2002 - 03.2014
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members
General Laborer
Louisiana Pacific Canada EWP Division
01.1987 - 03.2002
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks
Education
Dogwood -
06.1985
Skills
- Slip, trip, and fall prevention
- Contractor safety management
- Behavior-based safety
- Hot work safety
- Fall protection
- Hand and power tool safety
- Respiratory protection
- Ladder safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Incident investigation
- Accident prevention
- Health and safety regulations
Certification
- NCSO, 03/22/25
- Fall Protection, 03/31/25
- BCCSA COR Internal Auditor, 08/31/24
- Traffic Control Person, 01/31/24
- Confined Space Competent Person, 02/28/24
- E Rail Safe, 05/31/23
- Joint Health and Safety Committee, 12/31/23
- ESTS 2021 - Alberta Construction Safety Alliance, 02/28/22
- Site Ready BC - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 02/28/22
- CN Orientation - Pinnacle Renewable Energy, 01/31/22
- Occupational First Aid Level 3 – College of the Rockies, 10/31/22
- Mines Supervisor, 10/31/22
- Leadership for Safety Excellence, 07/31/21
- Principles of Injury Management - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 07/31/21
- Principles of Health and Safety Management - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 02/28/21
- Construction Safety Legislation and Administration - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 08/31/21
- Train the Safety Trainer - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 08/31/21
- WHMIS 2015 Train the Trainer - British Columbia Construction Safety Alliance, 09/30/21
Timeline
NCSO – National Construction Safety Officer - Formula Contractors Ltd.
08.2022 - Current
Industrial Level 3 First Aid Attendant - AFDE Group
04.2022 - 08.2022
HSE Manager - Pinnacle Renewable Energy (as part of Drax Group Canada)
03.2021 - 03.2022
Construction Safety Advisor - Pinnacle Renewable Energy
01.2018 - 03.2021
Operations Supervisor - Pinnacle Renewable Energy Williams Lake Division
08.2014 - 09.2017
Supervisor 2 - Louisiana Pacific Canada EWP Division
05.2002 - 03.2014
General Laborer - Louisiana Pacific Canada EWP Division
01.1987 - 03.2002
Golden Secondary School - Dogwood,
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