Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Ciara Nicholson

Maroubra,NSW

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

Instrotec
Westport, Co Mayo
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Investigated accidents and incidents occurring in the workplace and prepared detailed reports outlining root causes, corrective actions taken.
  • Conducted safety inspections to identify potential risks or non-compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
  • Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure that all safety requirements are met.
  • Developed and maintained safety policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Participated in regular meetings with management teams to discuss current safety topics relevant to their operations.

Junior Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

Eli Lilly
Kinsale, Co Cork
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Reviewed job descriptions and provided input on how best to modify task assignments based on employees' abilities and physical limitations.
  • Conducted safety inspections and assessments of confined spaces to identify hazards and risks.
  • Evaluated potential hazards associated with chemical processes and proposed solutions.
  • Researched emerging legislation, best practices and policy to implement continuous developments to improve COVID-19 response efforts.
  • Conducted needs assessments and surveys to determine interest in wellness and fitness programs, events and services.

Education

Masters in Leadership in Health and Well-being in the Workplace
01.2025

First Class Honours -

B.Sc. Occupational Safety & Health, Atlantic Technical University, Sligo
01.2021

B.Sc. Social Care Practice, IT Sligo
01.2018

Ursuline College Sligo
01.2016

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Risk Assessment
  • Microsoft Office
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Training Coordination
  • Hazard Identification
  • Accident Investigation
  • Crisis Communications
  • Problem Resolution
  • Public Speaking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Organization

Accomplishments

  • Scouting Ireland Leader
  • Committee member of Darkness into Light - Suicide Prevention Charity
  • Committee Member of The Lighthouse Club - Construction Mental Health Charity
  • Guest speaker at the CIF Health and Safety Summit 2023 regarding Mental Health in the Construction Industry
  • Sat on the Microsoft Ireland Construction Wellbeing Committee
  • Organiser of site initiatives such as "Walk around the world", Christmas Jumper Day, Football Tournaments and Company Bimonthly Newsletter highlighting company initiatives and events
  • Organiser of the Irish Ladies in Construction Golf Day 2023 in Carton House and Ireland Charity Cycle
  • Manual Handling Instructor
  • Working at Height Instructor
  • Mental Health First Aider
  • Confined space trained
  • First Aider
  • Qualified Makeup artist
  • Trained Barista

References

On request - due to time difference in Ireland but can arrange with previous project managers if required.

Timeline

Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

Instrotec
01.2022 - 12.2023

Junior Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

Eli Lilly
05.2021 - 11.2021

Masters in Leadership in Health and Well-being in the Workplace

First Class Honours -

B.Sc. Occupational Safety & Health, Atlantic Technical University, Sligo

B.Sc. Social Care Practice, IT Sligo

Ursuline College Sligo
Ciara Nicholson