Chris Caruana
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Results-driven HSE Officer with a proven track record at CPB Contractors, excelling in gap analysis and regulatory compliance. Expert in safety audits and project documentation, I effectively closed out identified gaps and enhanced team collaboration. Recognized for my attention to detail and leadership support, I consistently achieve high standards in workplace safety. Results-oriented professional in occupational health and safety, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and emergency response planning. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless integration of safety protocols with organizational objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SH Adviser
CPB contractors
05.2022 - Current
- Participated in gap analysis on the project ChekRite (closed out gaps identified)
- Participated in gap analysis of Security Site (closed out gaps, refined process)
- Facilitated Contractor SHEQ management audits (NCR’s and actions communicated)
- Facilitated ChemAlert gap analysis (closed out gaps identified)
- Review SWMS and Work Packs
- Maintain project training matrix / SHEQ register
- Support Leadership Team
- Weekly and End of Month SHEQ Reports
- Synergy – KPI, Metrics, and open action tracking
- Facilitate Task Observations and Inspections
- Project Induction – Thales Pass / DCAC / DAMSTRA
- Develop SHE Toolbox Talks
- Facilitate Safety Committee Meetings
- Developing and implementing Project documentation
HSE Officer | Laborer (All Rounder)
VCON
09.2015 - 05.2022
- Monitored procedural compliance across multiple sites
- Permit to Work Issuer and Acceptor
- Review SWMS / SDS /
- Facilitate Inductions, Toolbox Talks
- Facilitate Task Observations and inspections
- ISO accreditation achieved on the following projects where I managed the WHS
- The following construction WHS activities were monitored and controlled:
- Civils and service locations
- Screw piling
- Pre-cast erection
- Concreting / formwork / Stone masonry
- Carpentry
- Brick laying
- Services installation (gas / electricity)
- Fire system installation
- Structural steel
- Glazing operations
- Scaffolding
- Infrastructure fit out (plaster / tiles / carpet / windows / walls)
Mechanic
ARB
01.2010 - 08.2015
- Performed diagnostics on vehicles
- Facilitated service and maintenance
- Recorded detailed records of services
- Followed and participated WHS obligations
Skills
- Gap analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety audits
- SWMS review
- Project documentation
- KPI tracking
- Incident reporting
- Risk management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Leadership support
- Decision-making
- Diversity awareness
- Policy and procedure improvements
- Relationship building
Role
SH Advisor
Experience
5 years Safety experience - 10 years Construction experience
- Point Wilson Waterside infrastructure remediation
- West Gate Tunnel Project
- North East Link - Central Package
- High end residential home $24 million - Maribyrnong
- High end residential home $50 million - Malvern
- High end residential apartments $30 million - Brunswick
- High end residential home $35 million - Toorak
- High end residential home $25 million – Toorak
Certification
- Frontline Leadership
- Cert IV WHS
- ICAM Incident Investigation
- First Aid & CPR
- Operate as Part of an emergency control organisation
- Australian Government DCAC
- Certificate III Light Vehicle Mechanic
- Working at Heights
- Traffic Controller
- Cert II in General Construction
Specialist Areas
- Project and Operational SQE Systems Maintenance
- Risk Management
- Consultation & Engagement
- Contractor Management
Career Overview
I have over 18 years of experience across the Construction and Automotive industries. I am driven by achieving high-quality results, and I am always looking for areas for improvement on both a personal and project level. I am motivated by exceeding both KPIs and project management expectations.
Timeline
SH Adviser
CPB contractors
05.2022 - Current
HSE Officer | Laborer (All Rounder)
VCON
09.2015 - 05.2022
Mechanic
ARB
01.2010 - 08.2015
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