ABASS KUNLE LATEEF
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Detail-oriented WHS / HSE professional with expertise in incident investigation, SWMS approvals, permit-to-work systems, and electrical isolation. Knowledgeable in Australian WHS legislation, ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 standards, and risk management. Skilled in enhancing safety performance through site inspections and contractor management, alongside developing training courses and managing safety plans.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator – Commercial Construction
McCormack
Western Australia
08.2024 - Current
- Maintain and improve site safety management systems aligned with ISO 45001 & ISO 14001
- Conducted regular HSE inspections, audits, and compliance checks to ensure regulatory adherence and promote safe practices
- Review and manage SWMS for high-risk construction activities
- Led toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and safety briefings to enhance worker awareness and engagement in safety protocols
- Conduct incident investigations (ICAM) and drive corrective actions
- Perform hazard identification and risk assessments across site operations
- Deliver safety training and inductions for workers and contractors
- Coordinated emergency preparedness drills and response planning to strengthen site readiness and improve incident response
Safety Coordinator – Construction
SC Services Pty Ltd
Sydney, Australia
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Monitored and maintained company Safety Management System (SMS)
- Conducted site inspections, providing real-time HSE support to enhance safety compliance
- Developed and reviewed SWMS, risk assessments, and procedures
- Led incident reporting and investigation processes end-to-end
- Ensured corrective and preventative actions were tracked and closed out
- Coordinated return-to-work programs and injury management
- Delivered toolbox talks and monthly safety meetings to promote safety awareness among workers
- Managed new starter inductions, PPE issuance, and onboarding
- Ensured subcontractors adhered to compliance standards and maintained accurate documentation
- Produced monthly HSE reports and compliance data to inform management and drive safety improvements
Health & Safety Officer – Asphalt & Quarry Operations
Reynolds Construction Company
Ibadan, Nigeria
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Ensured compliance with HSE legislation and company policies
- Facilitated implementation of ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 systems to enhance environmental and occupational health standards
- Developed and enforced HSE policies, procedures, and programs
- Oversaw management of SWMS and SOPs for high-risk operations to ensure safety and regulatory compliance
- Conducted site inspections, audits, and hazard identification
- Investigated and reported incidents and near misses
- Delivered training programs and workforce safety engagement
Education
Master of Engineering Management -
Macquarie University
Sydney, NSWBachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
NigeriaSkills
- WHS compliance
- Permit-to-work systems
- Risk assessment
- Safety audits
- ICAM Incident Investigation
- Electrical Safety & Isolation (LOTO)
- Contractor safety management
- Injury management
- Safety leadership
- Emergency coordination
- ISO systems
- Safety reporting
Certification
- ICAM Lead Incident Investigator
- Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator
- First Aid & CPR
- White Card – Construction (Australia)
- Test & Tag Certification
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
- Operate & Maintain Four-Wheel Drive
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
References
Available upon request
Professional Attributes
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
- High attention to detail and compliance focus
- Proactive and solutions-driven approach to safety
- Ability to influence safety culture across diverse teams
Timeline
Safety Coordinator – Commercial Construction
McCormack
08.2024 - Current
Safety Coordinator – Construction
SC Services Pty Ltd
05.2022 - 11.2023
Health & Safety Officer – Asphalt & Quarry Operations
Reynolds Construction Company
10.2020 - 09.2022
Master of Engineering Management -
Macquarie University
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology