Ben Petterlin
Perth
Summary
Experienced Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality Professional with 15 years of expertise in delivering reliable HSEQ guidance and assistance to employees, contractors, and clients. A science degree has cultivated a methodical work style and ignited a drive for proficient and successful issue resolution. Possessing excellent communication abilities and a personable demeanor, adept at swiftly establishing strong relationships with colleagues and fostering collaborative alliances with all stakeholders.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Health and Safety Advisor
Vermilion Oil and Gas Australia
11.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Developed compliance training initiatives and materials, educating staff on regulations.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Devised and maintained compliance recordkeeping processes to support initiatives.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
HSEQ Advisor - Inland Operations
Rema Tip Top Australia
01.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: Rema-TipTop is a German-based, multinational company servicing the material processing, surface protection and automotive sectors
- Acting as the HSEQ Advisor for Rema's inland baseload and shutdown scope, I managed HSEQ operations throughout the Pilbara on a number of Client operated mine sites, specifically, BHP, FMG and RTIO
- Inland Operations Management System - Development and implementation of the RTT Inland Operations Management System
- System was utilized by all Inland personnel to track and manage both the Baseload and Peakload maintenance programs
- Shutdown Management - Conduct of the Pre-shut engagement sessions, setting the expectations and focal areas for Site-based HSE personnel to monitor for shut duration
- Collation of all shut documentation into the newly developed Inland Operation Management System
- Incident Investigation - ICAM Investigation of all high potential incidents
- A number of innovations were designed and implemented across the industry as results of these investigations
- Client Review Meetings - Revision of performance against established KPI targets for BHP and FMG and the subsequent management of all contractual improvement actions
- Leadership Training & Development - Coaching the RTT Leadership and Supervisory Teams on their HSEQ obligations, the management of personnel and how to identify and implement best practice
- RRT Training Academy - Supervision of the RTT Training Academy, guiding and mentoring the next influx of industry belt splicers and maintenance technicians
- Rema-TipTop is a German-based, multinational company servicing the material processing, surface protection and automotive sectors
Safety Advisor
Ozland Drill and Blast Services
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Company Overview: Ozland is a Western Australian owned drilling and blasting service provider for open pit mining and civil construction projects
- As a roaming HSEQ Advisor, I supported the Directors and Operations Managers across a variety of projects throughout the Pilbara and Goldfields regions
- Audits and Inspections - Conduct of the DMIRS High Impact Function Audits across all Ozland Projects
- Development and completion of Site-specific workplace inspections
- Incident Investigation - ICAM Investigation of several high potential incidents
- Practical and effective controls were determined and implemented as best practice across the business
- Ozland SafeMates Program - Design and rollout of the Ozland Behavioural Based Safety program
- The SafeMates program aimed at identifying and addressing At Risk behaviours and recognising and rewarding Safe behaviours
- Management System Development - Restructuring the Ozland Management Systems in alignment with the ISO 45001
- Site personnel were subsequently trained in the use of the improved systems
- Autonomous Technology Risk Profiling - With the implementation of autonomous technology throughout the projects, I developed in-depth Risk Profiles with the OEM and incorporated several additional engineering controls
- Ozland is a Western Australian owned drilling and blasting service provider for open pit mining and civil construction projects
- Completed tenders and pre-qualification questionnaires resulting in the award of several new contracts
- Development of the Ozland Charter in consultation with the company directors
- Company Values and Lifesaving Rules were developed and rolled out Company Wide through the ONE Ozland Project
- In consultation with a third party, developed and participated in the Ozland Leadership Course
HSEQ Advisor - Gorgon Project
Parabellum International
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Company Overview: Parabellum International provides industry leading Emergency Response services to the Gorgon Project
- Providing HSEQ support to the Aviation Fire & Rescue and Emergency Response Teams servicing the Gorgon Project and working under Chevron's Contractor Health, Environment and Safety Management (CHESM) framework
- Key Document Development - Development of all Key Documentation for Parabellum's emergency response operations on the Gorgon Project
- Key Documents included HSEQ management plans, business continuity plans, standard operating procedures, emergency management procedures, Management of Change processes, induction and orientation materials
- HSEQ KPI reporting - Submission of monthly, quarterly and annual reports detailing Parabellum's performance across a number HSEQ KPIs
- Audits and Inspections - Conduct of AS/NZS and ISO accreditation maintenance audits, compliance audits, training audits and CHESM Audits and Chevron Interim Performance Reviews
- Conduct of monthly HSEQ workplace Inspections
- Incident Investigations & Injury Management - Coordination of the injury management system, managing return to work for all emergency response personnel
- Detailed investigation of all incident and near misses
- Basic Fitness Assessments - Development and conduct of the Basic Fitness Assessment required as part of the onboarding process for all emergency response personnel
- Parabellum International provides industry leading Emergency Response services to the Gorgon Project
- Achieved and maintained a CHESM rating of above 93%
- Achieved and maintained accreditation to AS/NZS 4801, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001
- Developed comprehensive Training Needs Analysis for Parabellum emergency response personnel
HSE Advisor
Mineral Resources Limited
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Company Overview: Mineral Resources is a diversified mining service, contracting, processing and commodities production company
- As the sole advisor for the exploration division of Mineral Resources (Technical Services), I provided HSE support to a team of 30 exploration professionals
- SMS alignment & maintenance- creating and populating a safety management system aligned to AS 4801 was a crucial function of my onboarding and one which has been achieved
- HSET reporting- compiling and submitting weekly, monthly and quarterly HSET reports to both internal and external parties (including government AXTAT and SRS reporting)
- Document development- creating crucial exploration specific and corporate level procedures, work instructions, risk assessments, plans and registers for the business
- Training & competence- In consultation with the General Manager, determining minimum training requirement for the field team and subsequently creating the TS Training Needs Analysis
- Audits and inspections- completing scheduled audits and inspections on plant, equipment and systems of work
- Non-conformances are documented and action plans established
- Contractor management- review contractor performance against pre-determined standards and contractor management plan
- Identify and agree upon performance improvement areas
- Mineral Resources is a diversified mining service, contracting, processing and commodities production company
- Instrumental in the reduction of the Technical Services (TS) TRIFR from 21.9 to 11.3
- Implemented the MRL Crossroads Program, a pillar of MRL OHM Strategic Plan, across the Technical Services division and, in collaboration with management, decided on KPIs for the business to achieve
- Created many key SMS documents and processes, including: TS General Induction, TS HSET Strategic Plan 2014 and Activities Schedule, KPI determination, Training Needs Analysis and Matrix, TS Hazard Register and the chemical, electrical, vehicle and corrective action registers
- Successfully transitioned to AS/NZS 4801 compliant SMS and implemented action plan from audit findings
Subsea EHS Advisor
GE Oil & Gas
12.2012 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: GE Oil & Gas is a world leader in advanced technology equipment and services for all segments of the oil and gas industry
- Specific responsibilities and accomplishments included:
- Trained and verified the competence of both contractors and workshop personnel on a variety plant, equipment and safety processes
- Identified, evaluated and established practical mitigation strategies for all risks identified with each activity on site
- Routinely facilitated Risk Assessment Workshops and created the GE Jandakot Facility Risk Register
- Support and advise GE senior management functions as well as key clients (Exxon, Shell, Santos, Chevron) in various site based projects
- Manage contractors and visitors on site and developed a number of Key Responsibilities for contractors to abide by while on site
- Presented Monthly All Hands EHS meetings to entire Subsea division discussing key safety metrics, a toolbox talk and revealing and promoting best management practices
- Scripted and produced an online induction package for the Jandakot Facility
- Conducted and site inspections, facility orientations, internal audits and various other administrative controls etc
- Lift plans, work instructions, and permit to work
- Administrated both the GE Safety Management System (Gensuite) and DuPont's STOP Behavioural Based Safety (BBS) training program
- GE Oil & Gas is a world leader in advanced technology equipment and services for all segments of the oil and gas industry
HSE Advisor
Focus Minerals Limited
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Focus Minerals Limited is an Australian gold producer with operations based in Western Australia's Eastern Goldfields
- Specific responsibilities and accomplishments included:
- Development and revision of company procedure and policy
- Report out key safety metrics and trends to Registered Manager each month
- Perform long and short term induction presentations to new employees and visitors
- Conduct audits, JHA's and risk assessments on site workshops, plant and processes
- Liaise with external safety and training co-ordinator to organise and arrange and participate in fortnightly ERT training sessions
- Established a more efficient and secure server based filing system for all safety management documents
- Investigate and review incidents and documented findings in corrective actions register
- Supervise day and night-shift BAC testing
- Focus Minerals Limited is an Australian gold producer with operations based in Western Australia's Eastern Goldfields
HSE Intern
Crescent Gold Limited
09.2011 - 02.2012
Education
Certificate III Surface Extraction Mining -
The Go To People
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health, Safety and Environment
Curtin University
Perth, WA01.2012
Certificate IV in Law Enforcement & Legal Studies - undefined
Central TAFE
01.2008
HSC - undefined
Leeming Senior High School
01.2007
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Behavioural Based Safety (BBS)
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Ergonomics Assessments
- Incident Investigation/Analysis
- AS/NZS & ISO Auditing
- Occupational Hygiene
- Emergency Management
- Drug & Alcohol Screening
- AS4801 Safety Management Systems
- Contractor Management
- Training & Coaching
- Fostering Strong Client Relationships
- Document Control / Recordkeeping
- Prequalification Assessments
- Risk Management Facilitation
- Environmental Management
- Induction & Orientation
Competenciesandprofessionalmemberships
- 2019, RTIO, BHP & FMG Inductions
- 2019, Work at Heights
- 2019, Basic Fire Training
- 2019, Confined Space Entry
- 2018, Operate Integrated Tool Carrier
- 2018, Workplace Assessor Skillset
- 2017, Chevron Gorgon Operations Induction
- 2017, Drug & Alcohol Screening Qualification
- 2017, National Fire Protection Association Member
- 2016, First Aid & CPR Qualifications
- 2016, Gas Test Atmospheres Qualification
- 2016, Internal Auditor Qualification
- 2015, Operate Breathing Apparatus Qualification
- 2015, Maritime Security Identification Card
- 2015, Construction Safety Awareness - White card
- 2014, Handling Dangerous Goods Qualification
- 2014, ICAM Lead Investigator Qualification
- 2014, Operate and Maintain 4WD Qualification
- 2014, 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop
- 2013, High Risk Work Licence - Dogging
- 2012, Member of Focus Minerals ERT
- 2012, Traffic Management Qualification
- 2012, Member of IFAP
- 2011, Member of SIWA
- 2010, Member of AIOH
- 2009, High Risk Work Licence - Forklift
- 2009, Food Safety Certificate
- 2008, Construction Safety Awareness - Blue card
Careerpath
- HSEQ Advisor - Inland Operations, Rema Tip Top Australia, 01/2019, Current
- Safety Advisor, Ozland Drill and Blast Services, 10/2017, 01/2019
- HSEQ Advisor - Gorgon Project, Parabellum International, 01/2015, 10/2017
- HSE Advisor, Mineral Resources Limited, 12/2013, 08/2014
- EHS Advisor - Subsea, GE Oil & Gas, 12/2012, 12/2013
- HSE Advisor, Focus Minerals Limited, 02/2012, 12/2012
- HSE Intern, Crescent Gold Limited, 09/2011, 02/2012
Timeline
Operations Health and Safety Advisor
Vermilion Oil and Gas Australia
11.2019 - Current
HSEQ Advisor - Inland Operations
Rema Tip Top Australia
01.2019 - Current
Safety Advisor
Ozland Drill and Blast Services
10.2017 - 01.2019
HSEQ Advisor - Gorgon Project
Parabellum International
01.2015 - 10.2017
HSE Advisor
Mineral Resources Limited
12.2013 - 08.2014
Subsea EHS Advisor
GE Oil & Gas
12.2012 - 12.2013
HSE Advisor
Focus Minerals Limited
02.2012 - 12.2012
HSE Intern
Crescent Gold Limited
09.2011 - 02.2012
Certificate IV in Law Enforcement & Legal Studies - undefined
Central TAFE
HSC - undefined
Leeming Senior High School
Certificate III Surface Extraction Mining -
The Go To People
Bachelor of Science - Health, Safety and Environment
Curtin University
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