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ANTONY BACALJA
Canadian,VIC
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Summary
Accomplished HSEQ specialist with a strong foundation in environmental management and contractor oversight. Skilled in delivering training, conducting safety audits, and engaging stakeholders to drive compliance and enhance safety culture, leading to strategic improvements in workplace safety across various sectors.
Extensive experience in compliance and risk mitigation within renewable and construction environments while fostering an inclusive safety culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSE Manager
Samsung C&T
Geelong
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Project Manager – Gnawarre BESS: Installation of BESS facility [250MW Battery]
- Establish Safety procedures and processes for project
- Attend Risk workshops prior to project start
- Monitor Mental Health
- Liaise with local Emergency services
- Consult with Client, Landowner, Traditional custodians, and all stakeholders
- Provide OHS Oversight for project
- Managed Contractor compliance
- Assisted in developing emergency response plans for natural disasters or other emergencies.
- Participated in job site visits to assess employee adherence to established safety protocols.
- Collaborated with management team members on initiatives related to improving workplace safety culture.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations.
- Compiled monthly safety performance reports for management review. APAC & Korea Head Office
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Review & confirm WHS compliance
- Developed safety programs to enhance workplace compliance and awareness.
- Monitored regulatory changes and ensured company policies remained compliant.
SHEQ Advisor
Beon Energy Solutions
Cohuna
01.2025 - 05.2025
- HSE Support for Project
- Monitor Mental Health of workers
- Provide daily Pre-starts and weekly Toolbox talks
- Conduct Incident investigations & Audits
- Provide Safety reports to Beon and Client
- Engage with all stakeholders
- Provide Oversight of contractors
- Mitigate project risk
- Conducted site Inductions
WHS Officer
Excel Farms Pty Ltd
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Implementation of WHS management System- Safe Ag Systems
- Review company Safety policies & Procedures [Non-compliant]
- Review risk Management [Lacking Company Risk register, No Asbestos register, No Confined Space register]
- Assess training needs- Lacking in provision of training for High Risk work
- Undertake Audits /reviews of Properties across Australia
- Improve safety Culture- Push back from staff in accepting Safety procedures
- Assess company Emergency/ Disaster management preparedness- Non- existent
- Left due to lack of support to implement regulatory compliance and requirements pertaining to safety
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Communicated with team members to address operational challenges promptly.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
GWO Trainer & Assessor
Skylar Safety/Education
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitate training modules for workers seeking work on Windfarms: GWO Course international accreditation.
- Re-accredit workers already employed on windfarms- Onsite and Training Centre environment.
- Provide training in Working at Heights, Rescue from Wind Tower, First Aid, Fire Awareness, LVR, Manual Handling.
- Mental Health awareness.
- Provide Safety guidance in High Risk work environments
SQE Advisor
Conpower Projects
Golden Plains
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Manage Safety onsite including Inductions of all new workers
- Develop positive work environment.
- Conduct daily & weekly Safety walks.
- Conduct weekly environmental inspections.
- Conduct daily site inspections
- Provide weekly and monthly Safety reports.
- Engage with key Stakeholders.
- Conduct Investigation of Events/incidents onsite- ICAM.
- Monitor compliance of all equipment coming onsite.
- Foster a positive work environment.
- Provide Toolbox talks and Pre-starts.
- Providing weekly and monthly Safety reports.
- Cover permit to work process
Senior OHS Partner
Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Managing Safety compliance for Research Institute
- Induction of new employees
- Auditing, Workplace Safety monitoring
- Mentoring new workers on Safety onsite and expectations
- Investigation of events/incidents, reporting
- Risk mitigation, conducting daily and weekly inspections.
- Weekly inspection of Laboratories
- Audit remote facility [Alice Springs] for Safety and compliance
- Provide Mental Health support for staff
- Developed procedural materials for staff members
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
EHS Consultant
GE Renewable Energy
Murra Warra
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Health & Safety oversight
- Environmental Health, Safety Compliance
- People Management, Contractor Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Hazard and Risk Mitigation
- Change Management
- Permit to Work support
- Incident Investigation-ICAM.
- Induction of all Contractors- Plant & Equipment.
- Report writing and Auditing.
- Covid exposure management
- Conducted environmental assessments to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Provided training sessions on health and safety best practices.
- Collaborated with teams to enhance workplace safety culture.
- Assisted in the implementation of emergency response plans.
- Monitored environmental performance metrics and reported findings.
- Inspected construction sites to verify that safety protocols are being followed by workers and contractors.
- Prepared reports documenting findings from health, safety, and environmental inspections.
- Conducted safety audits of company operations to identify and assess potential hazards.
- Performed hazard analyses of work processes to determine the most effective methods for controlling risks.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- Ordered suspension of activities posing threats to workers' health or safety.
- Collaborated with stakeholders from industry, government agencies, community groups on initiatives focused on improving public health outcomes through improved environmental conditions.
HSEQ Advisor
Nordex/Acciona
Mortlake South
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Conducted risk assessments to identify safety hazards in the workplace.
- Monitored compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
- Audited safety processes and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with teams to promote a culture of safety awareness.
- Reviewed incident reports to identify trends and improve safety measures.
- Assisted in emergency response planning and drills for effective preparedness.
- Supported managers in developing a culture of continuous improvement within the organization's QHSE operations.
- Conducted audits of workplace safety, health and environmental standards to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
SHEQ Advisor
Mammoet Heavy Lift
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Health & Safety oversight
- Environmental Health, Safety Compliance
- People Management, Contractor Management
- Implemented hazard and risk mitigation strategies to enhance workplace safety and reduce incidents.
- Permit to Work support
- Incident Investigation-ICAM.
- Report writing and Auditing.
- Managed covid exposure protocols to safeguard employee health.
- Conducted environmental assessments to ensure regulatory compliance
- Collaborated with teams to enhance workplace safety culture.
- Assisted in the implementation of emergency response plans.
- Monitored environmental performance metrics and reported findings.
- Inspected construction sites to verify that safety protocols are being followed by workers and contractors.
- Prepared reports documenting findings from health, safety, and environmental inspections.
- Conducted safety audits of company operations to identify and assess potential hazards.
- Performed hazard analyses of work processes to determine the most effective methods for controlling risks.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Collaborated with stakeholders from industry, government agencies, community groups related to the project
- Collaborated with stakeholders from industry, government agencies, community groups related to project
HSEQ Advisor
Citipower/Powercor
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in the development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Conducted audits of workplace safety, health, and environmental standards, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and promoting a safer work environment.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify safety hazards in the workplace.
- Investigated incidents, accidents, and near misses; identified root causes and recommended corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Reviewed incident reports to identify trends, leading to enhanced safety measures and reduced recurrence of incidents.
- Monitored compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
- Monitored performance of contractors to ensure adherence to QHSE standards.
- Facilitated training sessions on safety practices for employees and contractors.
- Collaborated with teams to promote a culture of safety awareness.
- Drafted risk assessments for new equipment and processes prior to implementation.
- Carried out inspections of work areas to identify potential hazards and risks.
Senior Mine Fire Inspector/ Emergency Management Coordinator
DEDJTR, Earth Resources Regulation
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Conducted fire safety inspections of commercial and residential properties to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Conducted thorough inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and mitigate risks.
- Inspected fire protection systems such as smoke detectors, fire alarms, fire suppression systems and other related equipment for proper operation.
- Reviewed fire safety plans and ensured adherence to regulations.
- Monitored ongoing compliance with local and state fire codes.
- Reviewed incident command structure documents for accuracy prior to implementation during an emergency situation.
- Coordinated the development of emergency response procedures and protocols for various hazard scenarios.
- Coordinated development and implementation of emergency response plans with local agencies and stakeholders to enhance preparedness.
- Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address fire safety concerns effectively.
- Visited sites for follow-up reviews to assess compliance with implemented corrective action plans in case of identified violations.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing inspection findings and actionable recommendations for corrective measures.
- Assisted in developing training materials for fire safety awareness programs.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on long-term recovery planning initiatives.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Safetywise- RTO
MelbourneAssoc Diploma Health Science - Paramedic
Monash University
Melbourne, AustraliaDiploma WHS - Upgrade from Cert IV
Cert IV Training & Assessment -
HBA Consult
Cert IV OHS -
NSW Western Tafe
Some College (No Degree) -
Safetywise - RTO
Physical Intelligence course -
RTO
MelbourneSome College (No Degree) -
Safetywise - RTO
Melbourne, VICSome College (No Degree) - Drug & Alcohol Testing
Trainwest- RTO
Melbourne, VICSome College (No Degree) - Gas & Atmospheric Testing
Draeger Safety Pacific
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Supervisory Skills
- Accident/Incident Investigation
- VOC Assessor
- Hazard recognition
- Risk Mitigation
- High level Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Strong Negotiator
- Team orientated
- Results focussed
- Energetic
- Work well under pressure
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- MS Software
- Word
- Office
- Excel
- Publisher
- PowerPoint
- Safety compliance
- Risk management
- Incident investigation
- Emergency response planning
- Safety training
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project documentation
- Procedure development
- Environmental assessments
- Health monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Confined space entry
- Workplace inspection
- Fall protection
- Contractor safety management
- Electrical safety
- Safety training development
- Behavior-based safety
- Hazard identification
- Environmental monitoring
- Permitting processes
- First aid administration
- Chemical safety
- Noise control
- Traffic management
- Lifting operations
- Asbestos management
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Contractor management
- First aid training
- Manual handling
- Interpersonal skills
- Crisis management
- Adaptability
- Construction safety
- Report writing
- Workplace hazard mitigation
- Emergency response plans
Certification
- Paramedic
- All levels of First Aid – Occupational First Aid
- Chief Fire Warden Fire and Emergency Management
- Trainer & Assessor in all the above and other VET training packages
- Rigging & Dogging Intermediate
- Confined Space Work & Rescue
- Working at Heights
- Tower Rescue
- Rescue Systems Operator
- Height Safety Equipment Inspector
- Traffic Management
- White Card OHS- Construction Industry
- EWP
- Gas & Atmospheric Tester
- VESI certified
Timeline
HSE Manager
Samsung C&T
07.2025 - 10.2025
SHEQ Advisor
Beon Energy Solutions
01.2025 - 05.2025
WHS Officer
Excel Farms Pty Ltd
08.2024 - 11.2024
GWO Trainer & Assessor
Skylar Safety/Education
11.2023 - 08.2024
SQE Advisor
Conpower Projects
04.2023 - 10.2023
Senior OHS Partner
Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute
03.2022 - 04.2023
EHS Consultant
GE Renewable Energy
10.2021 - 04.2022
HSEQ Advisor
Nordex/Acciona
05.2021 - 07.2021
SHEQ Advisor
Mammoet Heavy Lift
09.2019 - 11.2020
HSEQ Advisor
Citipower/Powercor
06.2018 - 09.2019
Senior Mine Fire Inspector/ Emergency Management Coordinator
DEDJTR, Earth Resources Regulation
01.2018 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
Safetywise- RTO
Assoc Diploma Health Science - Paramedic
Monash University
Diploma WHS - Upgrade from Cert IV
Cert IV Training & Assessment -
HBA Consult
Cert IV OHS -
NSW Western Tafe
Some College (No Degree) -
Safetywise - RTO
Physical Intelligence course -
RTO
Some College (No Degree) -
Safetywise - RTO
Some College (No Degree) - Drug & Alcohol Testing
Trainwest- RTO
Some College (No Degree) - Gas & Atmospheric Testing
Draeger Safety Pacific