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James Smith

Victoria Point,QLD

Summary

Experienced Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) professional with a trade-qualified electrical background and extensive experience across the energy, construction, mining, and recruitment sectors. Proven track record in developing and implementing HSEQ strategies, leading audits and compliance programs, managing teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Highly skilled in legislative compliance, ISO standards, workplace training, and stakeholder engagement, with strong proficiency in Office 365 and system integration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Safety Environment & Quality Business Partner

National Pump & Energy (NPE)
Brisbane
12.2022 - Current
  • Acting as lead internal auditor and supporting external audits on behalf of Atlas Copco Group, ensuring compliance with global standards and alignment with group-wide governance requirements.

    Maintaining, improving, and embedding Integrated Management Systems (IMS) across multiple business units, ensuring certification to ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environment), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety).

    Serving as Fire Safety Advisor for high-occupancy buildings, ensuring compliance with Queensland fire safety legislation and emergency preparedness requirements.

    Upholding current Electrical Contractor Licence (QLD) and maintaining appointment as Nominee Qualified Business Person (QBP), demonstrating accountability for statutory and regulatory compliance.

    Driving risk-based approaches to hazard identification, incident management, and compliance, in line with Queensland WHS legislation and international standards.

    Leading audits, inspections, and investigations, delivering clear findings and corrective actions that drive accountability and continuous improvement.

    Managing return-to-work programs, WorkCover QLD compliance, and injury management in collaboration with HR, supervisors, and medical providers.

    Championing frontline safety culture through training, toolbox talks, and innovative engagement campaigns (e.g., Safety Mate, Every Day Every Mate), while overseeing the rollout of digital safety platforms such as Lucidity and TIA.

    Partnering with senior leaders, operations managers, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of new acquisitions into group HSEQ frameworks.

    Core strengths:

    Qualified Lead Auditor with extensive experience in internal and external audits.

    Proven expertise in ISO-certified Integrated Management Systems (IMS) and compliance with ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards.

    Fire Safety Advisor for high-occupancy buildings with strong regulatory compliance knowledge.

    Licensed Electrical Contractor (QLD) and Nominee Qualified Business Person (QBP).

    Skilled in incident investigation methodologies (ICAM, 5 Whys) and corrective action management.

    Strong communicator, trusted advisor, and cultural change leader who balances operational priorities with compliance obligations.

Health Safety Environment Quality Officer

Shellby Power Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Developed and implemented initiatives supporting a strong HSE culture and organisational vision.
  • Ensured compliance with WHS legislation, codes of practice, and internal procedures.
  • Authored and reviewed Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) across oil, gas, electrical, and construction industries.
  • Conducted regular compliance audits, inspections, and workforce engagement activities.
  • Provided coaching to supervisors and personnel to strengthen safety knowledge and practice.
  • Oversaw actions from audits, incidents, hazards, and inspections through to close-out.
  • Maintained ISO:9001 systems, including creation of a compliant document control framework.
  • Applied Office 365 expertise, integrating SharePoint and Power Automate for process efficiency.
  • Advised stakeholders and project teams on emerging safety, quality, and environmental issues.
  • Conducted regular quality audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Developed and implemented quality control procedures for operational processes.
  • Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
  • Analyzed data to monitor trends in product quality performance.
  • Trained staff on quality assurance practices and safety regulations.
  • Reviewed and approved supplier quality documentation for compliance.
  • Facilitated root cause analysis for non-conformance incidents in operations.
  • Drafted reports on quality assurance activities including findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
  • Maintained accurate records of quality inspections and test results.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop plans for continuous process improvements.
  • Created new systems and methods to improve the effectiveness of quality management programs.
  • Participated in industry forums to stay up-to-date on best practices related to quality assurance.

Senior Manager – Safety and Delivery

Coastal Energy Pty Ltd
Brisbane
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided leadership in designing HSEQ frameworks to guarantee safe operations across projects.
  • Analysed and updated company policies to align with ISO9001, ISO45001, and ISO14001 standards.
  • Implemented safety training, risk assessments, and site safety audits.
  • Managed compliance documentation including COVID protection and employee screening plans.
  • Collaborated with senior leaders to ensure service delivery standards were met and maintained.
  • Regularly updated safety registers, MyOSH system, and site-specific safety procedures.

Electrical Supervisor

Add Staff Recruitment
Brisbane
11.2019 - 04.2021
  • Supervised electrical works during Cross River Rail development and design phase.
  • Prepared safety and electrical documentation, including risk assessments.
  • Located and safely removed underground cabling, tracks, and rail structures.
  • Provided safety oversight, quality assurance, and supervision of surveyor teams.
  • Ensured compliance with electrical, rail, and building codes while advising contractors and engineers.

Electrical Supervisor (FIFO)

Civil Mining and Construction
Rockhampton
08.2018 - 11.2019
  • Led supervision of 30+ workers on major rail and civil electrical works.
  • Developed frameworks for electrical safety management and corporate risk mitigation.
  • Directed contracted service providers to maintain safe and productive worksites.
  • Oversaw QA/QC processes, interpreting drawings and ensuring compliance with legislation.

Electrician / Leading Hand

Perigon Pty Ltd
Brisbane
02.2015 - 07.2018
  • Installed, tested, and maintained electrical systems including switchboards, lighting, and power circuits.
  • Led a team of 6–8 workers, managing workloads and ensuring compliance with AS/NZ standards.
  • Fault-finding and repair of complex electrical systems and CBUS installations.
  • Liaised with clients, supervisors, and project managers on project risks and solutions.
  • Maintained clean and safe work areas while upholding fire safety and penetration compliance standards.

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety -

Pinnacle
Murarrie

Certificate III in Electrotechnology -

Skillstech
Acacia Ridge

Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure -

CERT
North Ipswich

Kinnect Training
QLD

Skills

  • Lead auditing and risk assessment
  • Integrated management systems
  • ISO compliance
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Strategic planning
  • Software proficiency

Certification

  • QLD Electrical Mechanical Fitter Licence
  • Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
  • QTP Qualification (WorkSafe QLD Letter of Authority)
  • CPR & LVR (Current)
  • Working at Heights Card (WAH)
  • Apply First Aid
  • White Card (Construction)
  • EWP Yellow Card
  • Manual Handling Training
  • QLD Open Manual Driver’s Licence
  • Cross River Rail Inductions (including QR Rail Complexes)

References

Available upon request.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 05/23/90

Timeline

Health Safety Environment & Quality Business Partner

National Pump & Energy (NPE)
12.2022 - Current

Health Safety Environment Quality Officer

Shellby Power Pty Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022

Senior Manager – Safety and Delivery

Coastal Energy Pty Ltd
04.2021 - 01.2022

Electrical Supervisor

Add Staff Recruitment
11.2019 - 04.2021

Electrical Supervisor (FIFO)

Civil Mining and Construction
08.2018 - 11.2019

Electrician / Leading Hand

Perigon Pty Ltd
02.2015 - 07.2018

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety -

Pinnacle

Certificate III in Electrotechnology -

Skillstech

Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure -

CERT

Kinnect Training

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