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Greg Hay

Health Safety & Environmental Professional
Bingara

Summary

An enthusiastic, confident, systematic and strategic OHS professional Has a passion for improving the health and safety of everyone in places of work and broader risk compliance matters Calm under pressure, whilst decisions are firm, considered and wherever possible - diplomatic Excellent communication, and presentation skills, crossing perceived literacy and language barriers Well-presented, articulate and knowledgeable in the fields of OHS and Environmental Management Considered by peers to be a reliable and consistent Health, Safety and Environmental leader Results-driven leader with experience in environmental health and safety. Successful at developing and managing corporate safety programs, conducting environmental impact assessments and educating stakeholders at all levels on environmental issues. Possesses excellent communication and problem-solving skills. More than 20 years of experience in occupational health and safety.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

HAY Safety Consultancy
9 2016 - Current
  • Strategically develop and implement OHS&E Management Systems for stakeholders that fit risk profile of clients’ activities – both at corporate and operational levels
  • Establish collaborative and respectful relationships with change managers - at client, regulator, board senior management, operational and trades positions through which to set and drive business directives
  • Audit, inspect and review client sites and their workplaces, to ensure that work activities comply with relevant health and safety of standards and that risks are identified and reduced so far as is reasonably practicable
  • Consequently, identify and analyse gaps in activities and Management Systems, prioritising required activities and resources through development of action plans, to facilitate timely closure of findings
  • Identify OHS opportunities through feedback from OHS&E management systems, incidents reporting, best industry practice, lessons learnt, and other reliable sources and subsequently create and roll-out considered workplace initiatives that encourage continual health and safety improvement
  • Direct stakeholders in their duties to maintain and apply OHS&E management system framework and in their routine support of business needs
  • Ensure that client business is aware of current and upcoming regulatory or legislative obligations to WHS Act and WHS Regulations or emerging industry trends or concerns
  • Ensure that incident investigations are undertaken, or where there is significant potential for dangerous occurrence to occur – and apply lessons learned to continuously improve management system and processes
  • Be across status of risk assessments, incident investigations and management reviews
  • Regular reviews of OHS&E Management Systems, including effectiveness of processes, procedures, safe work method statements and safe operating procedures
  • Develop and coordinate work-related (and non-work related) RTW injury management strategies and plans
  • Deliver/Facilitate OHS&E performance reports, that address and align with agreed targets and objectives, to inform both Corporate and local site stakeholders.
  • Conducted workshops and training sessions to improve employee knowledge of best practices
  • Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and sustainability
  • Facilitated change management initiatives, helping businesses adapt smoothly to new systems and processes
  • Analysed data to identify trends, areas of improvement and opportunities for growth
  • Cultivated positive relationships with clients and service providers to deliver timely and cost-effective programs
  • Successfully managed and serviced OHS requirements of multiple clients for 8 years

HSE Responsible

Ferrero Australia
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Managing HSE at national level for Australian business – involving Manufacturing, Agriculture, Sales and Logistics - in line with local requirements and global group initiatives
  • Creating positive relationships and linking health and safety at all levels within business
  • Encouraging flow of health safety interactions from shopfloor up to senior manager and back
  • Active operational HSE leadership across multi-site locations and with Point of contact for advice and support regarding HSE legislation
  • Analysis of Ability to exercise sound judgement in interpretation and analysis of HSE legislation and audit criteria
  • Development and implementation of integrated HSE Management System
  • Aligning local OHS and business risks with expectations of Ferrero SRL (Alba, Italia)
  • Providing HSE advice, RTW management and support across multisite locations
  • Continuously developing and implementing new HSE initiatives
  • Developing and delivering related training packages
  • Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, HSE audits and management reviews
  • Liaising with NSW Office Environment and Heritage, Sydney Water and Local council on issues relating to environment, sustainability and energy to ensure company met or exceeded its obligations
  • Maintaining HSE legal, moral, ethical and brand compliance
  • Reports: 2 Direct reports (Full time) + HSE Committee members indirectly; Dotted line reporting to local General Manager and full line reporting HSE Director in Alba, Italy.
  • Audited facilities, identifying areas of improvement to maintain safe working environment
  • Established emergency response plans, preparing employees for potential crisis situations
  • Developed and delivered engaging HSE training programs for improved employee awareness and compliance
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on changing industry standards and legislation
  • Managed permits, licenses, and certifications required for operational compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
  • Provided expert advice on ergonomics and industrial hygiene matters for overall employee wellbeing
  • Conducted thorough incident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences
  • Monitored key performance indicators, providing regular reports on HSE performance to senior management
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for enhancing existing HSE systems and practices
  • Reduced workplace accidents through meticulous hazard identification and risk assessment
  • Conducted air quality monitoring and analysis of air pollutants
  • Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance
  • Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations

HSE MANAGER

Thales Group
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Managing Health, Safety and Environment across high-risk armaments’ organisation
  • Applying company’s national and global processes and procedures to ensure consistent delivery of safety information and provision of assistance
  • Maintaining compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 (AS/NZ4801) to ensure effective use of HSE Management System, compliant with State, Federal and Comcare requirements
  • Development and integration of HSE processes and procedures into Integrated HSE management system
  • Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations and management reviews
  • Implementing and managing occupational surveillance of workers and workplace surveillance monitoring – particularly for those exposed to hazardous chemicals and noise
  • Coordinating early RTW of workers, with respect to work-related and non-work-related injuries
  • Creating and fostering a positive safety culture within a previously institutional (Commonwealth-owned) organisation
  • Continuously developing and consulting on development of new HSE initiatives, including provision of training and assessment packages to further improve management of risks across business
  • Managing change culture and behaviour from lag indicator focus to lead indicator emphasis
  • Reports: 1 Direct report (Full time) + 8 appointed HSE ‘System Champions” (Part time) – Bruce Hutton was Line Manager + Brett Francis was HSE Advisor
  • Spearheaded incident investigations, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Improved employee awareness of safety issues with regular training sessions and informative materials
  • Ensured accurate reporting of incidents and near-misses by creating streamlined data collection processes that encouraged employee participation
  • Achieved regulatory compliance by diligently tracking and addressing any non-conformances in a timely manner
  • Promoted a proactive safety culture within the organization, fostering open communication between employees and management
  • Managed hazardous waste disposal programs in accordance with local regulations, reducing potential risks to employees and the environment
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, incorporating new methodologies into existing HSE strategies as needed
  • Conducted regular audits to assess overall HSE performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes
  • Developed customised training programs to address specific needs within the business, increasing employee competence in HSE matters
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards and implement effective solutions
  • Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for over 100 employees, educating them on site Golden Rules, HSE policies and procedures
  • Developed and implemented safety awareness talks between workers and management to increase hazard awareness
  • Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace, including the reduction of hazardous chemicals and developed programs and processes to mitigate workplace hazards when they could not be removed
  • Formulated and implemented long-range HSE plans

HSEQ MANAGER

ECL Services (Rio Tinto)
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Managing national operation, training and assessment associated with company’s integrated HSEQ Management System
  • Liaising with corporate national and international headquarters, site and regional offices to ensure consistent quality of safety information, systems and provision of adequate support and resources
  • Attaining and maintaining compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and AS/NZ4801 and ISO 18001 to ensure effective use of HSEQ Management System, compliant with State, Federal and Rio Tinto requirements
  • Attained compliance certification within 18 months from project commencement to certification audit completion
  • Directing positive change in team’s safety culture across HSEQ spectrum
  • Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, WHS audits and management reviews
  • Reporting on key performance indicators, First Aid (FAI), Lost Time (LTI), Medical Treatment (MTI), Near Misses, absenteeism etc
  • Responsibility for development of Quality Control Plans with respect to complex engineering projects across Australia
  • Principal national resource for WHS, Environmental and Quality information and support across business
  • Reports: 1 Direct report onsite (full time) + 3 across multiple sites (part time) Reporting to local General Manager and dotted line reporting to HSE Director in Lille, France.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions
  • Developed customised training programs to address specific needs of organisation, increasing employee competence across HSE matters
  • Spearheaded incident investigations (Taproot), determining root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
  • Promoted proactive safety culture within organisation, fostering open communication between employees and management
  • Championed sustainability initiatives throughout company, reducing environmental impacts while maintaining operational efficiency
  • Developed strong relationships with regulators, leading to open dialogue regarding compliance requirements
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, incorporating new methodologies into existing HSE strategies as needed

PROJECT MANAGER

Clearwater Technology PTY
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Liaise with stakeholders, regulators, suppliers, internal departments – to ensure completion on time, within budget
  • Determine critical needs, implement action plan, allocate resources, and track performance of projects – never losing sight of budgetary requirements
  • Regularly conduct Design/Project Review meetings to ensure that objectives and targets are maintained
  • Implement improvements in both product and process design, to provide best added value and reliability for company whilst always ensuring best quality for clients
  • Prepare and implement capital expenditure projects
  • Direct onsite work activities between client, contractors and subcontractors
  • Plan project from concept to commissioning / hand-over.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with business goals
  • Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future projects
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results
  • Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimise project outcomes while maintaining cost effectiveness

PRODUCT ENGINEER

Electrolux Home Products PTY
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Advise management on forthcoming regulatory and industry changes or additions
  • Liaise with divisional headquarters, government bodies, Department of Environment & Heritage etc
  • Determine critical needs, implement action plans, allocate resources, track performance of projects
  • Adapt to changes in management priorities to ensure that all projects are kept alive and meet objectives
  • Deliver continued product improvements in efficiency, manufacture and aesthetic design that meet business, regulatory and customer expectations
  • Monitor and verify that true effectiveness of improvements to process/product meet planned benefits
  • Prepare and implement capital expenditure projects
  • Liaise with suppliers, and internal departments – to ensure cost benefits are realised, and delivered on time.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards throughout all stages of product development
  • Led prototype development efforts, refining designs based on user feedback and testing data
  • Evaluated vendor proposals for component sourcing, selecting partners that provided the best value and reliability
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving reported product issues in a timely manner

HSE MANAGER

Glacier Garlock Bearings Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Create and implementing site OHS Management System from scratch, in accordance with UK's Health and Safety Act 1974
  • Reducing hazards and workplace injuries and illnesses
  • Develop and implement strategic OHS Plan for site, including setting of targets and objectives
  • Chairing monthly OHS Committee meetings
  • Develop, implement and track completion of incident reports, investigations and success of OHS initiatives
  • Incident investigation and implementing correctives action
  • Reports: 1 Direct report onsite (full time) + HSE Committee members indirectly – Reporting directly to UK Director.
  • Championed sustainability initiatives throughout the company, reducing environmental impacts while maintaining operational efficiency
  • Streamlined HSE documentation processes for increased efficiency and ease of use
  • Promoted a proactive safety culture within the business, including with other sister sites globally, fostering open communication between employees and management
  • Managed hazardous waste disposal programs in accordance with local regulations, reducing potential risks to employees and the environment
  • Reduced incident rates through the development and execution of comprehensive HSE policies and procedures
  • Implemented a site-wide hearing protection initiate - introducing custom-fit hearing protection for all workers and managers, thereby eliminating new workplace hearing impairment
  • Provided ongoing support to managers and supervisors, assisting them in addressing HSE concerns within their respective departments
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards and implement effective solutions
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions
  • Managed emergency response efforts, ensuring proper coordination and minimizing impact on operations
  • Planned, implemented and evaluated safety goals and objectives for entire facility, in accordance with site and corporate directives
  • Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for 100 employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures
  • Developed and implemented routine safety awareness talks between workers and management to increase hazard awareness
  • Conducted air quality monitoring and analysis of air pollutants
  • Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance
  • Assisted with development of health and safety plans for hazardous materials
  • Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Sulzer Vascutek Ltd
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Responsible for safe manufacture of new range of implantable medical devices - artificial arteries
  • Progressed from brown field site, with green production personnel to production ready in 18 months
  • Responsible for staff recruitment, training and continuous development
  • Construct project timing plan, including financial milestones and budgetary controls
  • Determine manufacturing processes from receipt of raw materials to finished goods storage
  • Technical appraisal of all equipment specifications
  • Responsible for all equipment acceptance tests
  • Develop preliminary training quality control requirements
  • Prepare all necessary technical procedures to enable product manufacture and Quality Control testing
  • Direct equipment manufacturers, from development stage (in Houston US) through to onsite commissioning (UK).
  • Introduced automation and technological advancements to production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
  • Mentored junior staff members on best practices in production management, cultivating skilled workforce capable of tackling complex challenges head-on.
  • Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, resulting in higher employee retention rates and faster integration into team.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication between team members and encouraging feedback on operational procedures

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Weir Pumps Limited
10.1989 - 05.1998
  • Review product specifications for range of heavy industry centrifugal pumps, based on client requirements
  • Undertake all necessary design calculations, and instruct on required modifications, to ensure equipment is safe, compliant with design and satisfactory in operation
  • Calculate hydraulic and mechanical performance, foundation loadings and nozzle forces and moments
  • Chair technical meetings for duration of project
  • Attend site visits and discuss solutions with stakeholders should problems arise
  • Reduce manufacturing costs and improve product hydraulic and mechanical efficiency
  • Implement initiatives and introduce new technology that reduced timeframes yet maintained accuracy of product development
  • Implement client and industry standard specifications and justify where exceptions are required
  • Appraise all ancillary equipment supplied under contract.
  • Performed rigorous testing and validation procedures, guaranteeing durability and reliability of designs under various operating conditions.

Education

Skills

  • Think Big - A different HSE Future, with different metrics and meaningful KPIs

  • Engage those around us, and inspire them to see the bigger picture

  • Making it Happen - Smart, sleek and agile is how we get better Its our end-users who matter, so consider them in the solution - at every level of the business

  • We're in this Together - Growing as people and Including others, leave nobody behind

  • We're all invited

  • Team Development

  • Root Cause Analysis

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Accomplishments

  • Attainment of ISO 50001:2011 – implementation of an effective Energy Management System for a major confectionary company.
  • Implementation of a sustainable health surveillance program for workers at a small arms facility requiring capex undertaking from senior management to participation from workers.
  • Delivery of an educational program directed at lead exposed workers, focusing on healthy eating, hygiene, housekeeping and best industry practices – including effective showering & laundry practices.
  • Actively contributing in the RTW process – including a worker who severed three digits of their right hand in a DIY/home activity and through collaboration returned to work in only a few months, with around 5% mobility deficit.
  • Successfully transitioned clients from OHSAS18001 and AS 4801 to ISO 45001 management system accreditation.
  • Attained multiple ISO accreditation (ISO 9001 (Quality), OHSAS18001 (OHS) and ISO 14001 (Environmental) for a high-risk entity of Rio Tinto, through teamwork, presentations, investigation and gap analysis reporting supported by effective communication.

Affiliations

  • IOSH GRAD
  • AIHS MEMBER
  • RMIA MEMBER

Personal Information

Hobbies: Bushwalking, classic car restoration, DIY, swimming, keeping fit, reading, photography, travel

References

  • Bruce Hutton, General Manager, Thales
  • Goran Dahlgren, General Manager, Now at Viridian Glass, Brisbane
  • John Holt, previously at Thales

Software

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Timeline

HSE Responsible

Ferrero Australia
11.2017 - 07.2018

HSE MANAGER

Thales Group
01.2012 - 01.2016

HSEQ MANAGER

ECL Services (Rio Tinto)
01.2007 - 01.2012

PROJECT MANAGER

Clearwater Technology PTY
01.2006 - 01.2007

PRODUCT ENGINEER

Electrolux Home Products PTY
01.2004 - 01.2006

HSE MANAGER

Glacier Garlock Bearings Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2004

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Sulzer Vascutek Ltd
01.1998 - 01.2000

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Weir Pumps Limited
10.1989 - 05.1998

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

HAY Safety Consultancy
9 2016 - Current

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