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Jason Davies

George Town,TAS

Summary

A dedicated health and safety professional committed to driving continuous improvement and maintaining a steadfast focus on achieving Zero Harm, safeguarding the wellbeing of co-workers and the community. Skilled in developing and enhancing emergency risk management and response strategies within high-risk and remote environments. Known for uncompromising ethics, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven ability to operate with the highest levels of integrity and professionalism. Consistently aligns actions with organisational values and demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering a safe, compliant workplace. Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Tasmania OHS Manager

Kanji Group
05.2023 - Current
  • Led health and safety operations across seven manufacturing, fabrication, and logistics sites in Tasmania, including Metroll Tasmania, United Steel Tasmania, and The Engineering Company, overseeing a workforce of over 200 employees
  • Provided expert health and safety advice to mining operations in Tasmania’s North West region
  • Developed, maintained, and implemented comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures
  • Mentored site managers in health and safety processes, fostering a culture of safety compliance
  • Ensured compliance with the Tasmanian Work Health and Safety Act and associated regulations
  • Served as lead investigator for major incidents, conducting thorough investigations and reporting
  • Created and reviewed risk assessments, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Safe Work Procedures (SWPs)
  • Implemented a new integrated Safety Management System to streamline and improve safety processes
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Led a team of 2 employees, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.

WorkSafe Inspector

WorkSafe Tasmania
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Conduct workplace inspections across a diverse range of industries for compliance with work health and safety, and other administered legislative provisions.
  • Provide advice and information on WHS requirements and safety management systems, including providing advice and direction in respect of how compliance can be achieved.
  • Prepare high-level written work, including inspections, compliance reports, and WHS notices.
  • Represent WorkSafe Tasmania at internal and external meetings and forums.
  • Assist in programs, activities, and projects.
  • Promote health, safety, equity, and diversity in the workplace.
  • Conducted detailed inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure they were in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Identified any potential hazards or areas that needed improvement through visual inspection and testing.
  • Provided technical support for the development and implementation of quality control systems and procedures.

Health, Safety & Environment Coordinator

Botanical Resources Australia
12.2019 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: HSE Coordinator to the global leader of the production of the natural insecticide active ingredient, Pyrethrins, extracted from Australian-grown pyrethrum daisies.
  • Developing and managing BRA's Safety Management Systems.
  • Lead and develop employees and contractors by providing guidance, coaching, mentoring, and support in regard to WHS Regulations Tasmania 2012.
  • Lead investigator for all BRA's incident and near-miss reports.
  • Promoting a workplace culture shift to encourage a safety-first mindset for all BRA employees.
  • Developing and managing safety tools, such as JSEAs and Take 5 personal risk assessments.
  • Identifying the company's highest risks by using a risk management approach.
  • Conducting safety audits and inspections.
  • Developing WHS policies and procedures in accordance with ISO 45001:2018.
  • Creating and managing BRA's employee and contractor induction systems.
  • Developing and managing BRA's emergency and security systems.
  • HSE Coordinator to the global leader of the production of the natural insecticide active ingredient, Pyrethrins, extracted from Australian-grown pyrethrum daisies.

Emergency Response Coordinator / Supervisor

Worksafe Victoria / MSS Strategic Medical and Rescue
, Australia
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Emergency Response Coordinator for the largest clean-up of illegal HAZMAT facilities in Australian history.
  • Developed emergency response plans and corresponded with state services, including WorkSafe VIC, EPA, VIC Police, VIC Ambulance, MFB, and CFA.
  • Undertake safety observations and reports.
  • Creating and implementing Integrated Emergency Management Plans (IEMPs).
  • Developing site SWMS, JSAs, Work Instructions, and Risk Assessments.
  • Supervisor to over 120 Emergency Service Officers and Security personnel.
  • Conduct skills and knowledge verification for all Emergency Service Officers
  • Undertake pre incident planning including the creation of firefighting hydrant block plans
  • Diagnose and maintain multiple atmospheric testing devises to assure a safe area of operations
  • Participate in project and operations planning meetings and liaise with client as MSS Onsite supervisor
  • Supervised the Emergency, Security and safety operations of more than a dozen locations across Victoria
  • Assist with rostering, training and inducting new staff

Senior Emergency Services Officer

Diamond Protection
, Australia
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Company Overview: Vehicle Testing & Research Facility
  • Comply with (and promote) the site’s standards, practices, goals and procedures relating to HSET
  • Lead the volunteer Road Crash Rescue Crew
  • Maintain necessary technical accreditation and develop interpersonal and broader skills, provide Emergency Response training to the volunteer ERT staff as a subject matter expert
  • Develop Rescue plans for confined space/working at heights
  • Officer in charge/on scene coordinator of all site emergencies
  • Respond to onsite emergencies and maintain a state of operational readiness
  • Primary medical officer co-responding with state Fire and Rescue/Paramedics
  • Vehicle Testing & Research Facility

Emergency Services Officer

Executive Risk Solutions
, Australia
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Develop /review rescue plans
  • Deliver on site Emergency Response Team training as a subject matter expert
  • Comply with (and promote) the site’s standards, practices, goals and procedures relating to HSET
  • Provide Vertical, Confined space and Road Crash Rescue Services
  • Undertake safety observations and reports (debriefs with mine site workers and supervisors)
  • Conducting visual inspections and testing safety equipment (eye wash stations, decontamination showers etc.)
  • Provide Structural, Rural and plant-based fire suppression and prevention
  • Respond to onsite emergencies and maintain a state of operational readiness
  • Maintain necessary technical accreditation and develop interpersonal and broader skills
  • Respond to emergencies and other incidents on the North West Coastal Hwy and other areas off site
  • Assist paramedics with medical treatment and medivacs

Emergency Services Team Leader / Coordinator

Verifact
, Australia
01.2013 - 12.2016
  • Appropriate and complete reporting of all HSET incidents and occurrences
  • Comply with (and promote) the site’s standards, practices, goals and procedures relating to HSET
  • First response to all emergency’s onsite
  • Undertake safety observations and reports
  • Creating and implementing Integrated Emergency Management Plan’s (IEMP)
  • Undertake the role of emergency response team captain
  • Diagnosing and treating emergency and medical conditions
  • Supervise daily duties and roles of the emergency response team
  • Developed working at heights and vertical rescue JSA’s and SWMS
  • Improve and maintain relevant site procedures and work practices
  • Conducting regular ERT and First Aid training
  • Assist with the management of emergency response facilities (vehicles and equipment)
  • Conducting formal Drug and Alcohol testing on site as required
  • Maintain necessary technical accreditation and develop interpersonal and broader skills

Security & Emergency Services Officer

ER24
, Australia
07.2010 - 01.2013
  • First response to all emergencies onsite
  • Improve and maintain relevant site procedures and work practices
  • Diagnosing and treating emergency and medical conditions
  • Comply with (and promote) the site’s standards, practices, goals and procedures relating to HSET
  • Conduct vehicle inspections
  • Site access management and monitoring, TAMS System, SGS and PPE compliance checks, Vehicle compliance checks
  • Appropriate and complete reporting of all HSET incidents and occurrences
  • Undertake the role of team leader for the emergency response team if required
  • Maintain necessary technical accreditation and develop interpersonal and broader skills
  • Assist with the management of emergency response facilities (vehicles and equipment)
  • Conducting regular ERT and First Aid training
  • Conducting formal Drug and Alcohol testing on site as required

Education

Advanced Diploma -

Public Safety (Emergency Management)

Diploma -

Workplace Health and Safety

Diploma -

Security and Risk Management

Diploma -

Leadership and Management

ICAM -

Lead Investigator

Certificate 4 -

Government Investigations

Certificate 4 -

Prehospital Healthcare (Ambulance)

Certificate 3 -

Mines Emergency Response and Rescue

Certificate 3 -

Security Operations

Certificate 2 -

Emergency Medical First Response

Certificate -

Issue workplace Permits

Certificate -

Safe Work and Heights

Skills

  • Employee Training Programs
  • Performance Coaching
  • Leadership Development
  • Rapid Response Coordination
  • Knowledge of Industry Standards
  • Workplace Health And Safety Regulations
  • Staff Development
  • Chemical Handling
  • Workplace inspections
  • Accident investigation
  • Safety Training
  • Hazard Identification

Awards

Responsible care ‘Best Practice’ award for ‘PyNet’ electronic integrated Safety Management System, Sumitomo Chemical Company Global, 2021

References

  • Paul Josey, Senior Inspector, WorkSafe Tasmania, 0457 206 500, Paul.Josey@justice.tas.gov.au
  • Jacklyn McKinnell, Senior Inspector, WorkSafe Tasmania, 0400 022 787, Jacklyn.McKinnell@justice.tas.gov.au
  • Paul Lomman, Quality Assurance Manager, Botanical Resources Australia, 0488 997 636, plomman@pyrethrum.com.au

Testimonials

  • Paul Lomman, Quality Assurance Manager, Botanical Resources Australia Pty. Ltd., Jason has proven to be an exceptional member of our safety management team. He brings a huge amount of practical experience, knowledge, calmness, and confidence to the table which gives him a remarkable ability to inspire trust from both management and operators alike. He has also demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the ethical values of our department and the welfare of all employees. The magnitude of the improvement in our company’s safety culture and systems under his tenure to date cannot be overstated, and while Jason is typically modest, his efforts are principally responsible for this turnaround. Jason comes with my highest possible recommendation, both personal and professional, and would be a valuable addition to any safety management team.
  • Micheal Cooksley J.P, Inspector – Deputy Local Area Commander (Rescue), New South Wales State Emergency Service, Sapphire Coast Cluster, South East Region, Jason Davies would be one of the most energetic, enthusiastic, informed and professional Emergency Service Coordinators I have had the chance to work with. He has a wealth of knowledge borne from first-hand experiences in the trenches. I have seen him lead a team responsible for the prevention of significant incidents at high risk illegal Hazardous goods warehouses, where I was very impressed with his skill, leadership and self-control under significant pressure. He is a calm methodical and confident professional - quick to sum up a situation, quick to confer and quick to get on with the job of resolving the issue. Jason is well informed in the areas important to his role. His experience in dealing with all levels of the organization, dealing with customers in crisis and in leading motivating and training his team means he is a good person to have in a crisis! I highly recommend Jason to anyone needing a competent, confident and highly capable and professional Emergency Risk Manager.

Attributes

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Robust and adaptable communication styles.
  • Ability to work well in a team or independently.
  • Innovative and creative when faced with a new challenge.
  • Ability to travel long distance for work.

Accomplishments

Sumitomo Chemical Company Global

Responsible care ‘Best Practice’ award for ‘PyNet’ electronic integrated Safety Management System (2021)

Timeline

Tasmania OHS Manager

Kanji Group
05.2023 - Current

WorkSafe Inspector

WorkSafe Tasmania
09.2021 - 05.2023

Health, Safety & Environment Coordinator

Botanical Resources Australia
12.2019 - 09.2021

Emergency Response Coordinator / Supervisor

Worksafe Victoria / MSS Strategic Medical and Rescue
01.2019 - 12.2019

Senior Emergency Services Officer

Diamond Protection
09.2018 - 12.2019

Emergency Services Officer

Executive Risk Solutions
09.2017 - 09.2018

Emergency Services Team Leader / Coordinator

Verifact
01.2013 - 12.2016

Security & Emergency Services Officer

ER24
07.2010 - 01.2013

Advanced Diploma -

Public Safety (Emergency Management)

Diploma -

Workplace Health and Safety

Diploma -

Security and Risk Management

Diploma -

Leadership and Management

ICAM -

Lead Investigator

Certificate 4 -

Government Investigations

Certificate 4 -

Prehospital Healthcare (Ambulance)

Certificate 3 -

Mines Emergency Response and Rescue

Certificate 3 -

Security Operations

Certificate 2 -

Emergency Medical First Response

Certificate -

Issue workplace Permits

Certificate -

Safe Work and Heights
Jason Davies