With over 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, I have developed a strong knowledge base and practical skills across a range of tasks. I am committed to safety within the manufacturing environment and am passionate about continuously improving and implementing safety and quality processes to ensure the wellbeing of everyone. Having worked in a highly regulated GMP environment, I have become more engaging and direct when it comes to safety, believing that there are always better and safer ways to complete tasks. I lead and teach with empathy, taking the time to listen to others, understand their situations, and collaboratively develop solutions. I am eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities in my next career chapter.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSEQ Compliance Coordinator
Sandvik Rock Processing Australia
Sunshine, VIC
05.2024 - Current
Management of our site's Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
Plan and complete internal audits under all three standards, manage external audits and corporate audits.
Analyse KPIs for safety and quality, and present findings to the management team.
Investigate and manage NCRs on site, with weekly review meetings to monitor progress and findings.
Complete supplier audits and evaluations to ensure external parties comply with the standards and Sandvik requirements.
Conduct weekly reviews of hazards and incidents with management and supervisors, ensuring appropriate actions are taken to address issues raised.
Plan, complete, and coordinate on-site external and internal training, ensuring records are maintained and up to date for compliance and audits.
Advise management on legislative requirements, identify gaps in the business, and develop action plans to ensure the business remains compliant with current regulations.
Manage consultation meetings with the workforce, liaising with staff to address safety issues and concerns, and presenting findings to management with guidance on appropriate actions to ensure a healthy and safe work environment.
Oversee contractor management, ensuring the site has a contractor management process in place, and that all contractors are inducted, SWMS are provided, and insurances are reviewed for compliance.
Update all procedures to align with current legislative requirements and reflect current practices.
Maintain all documents in accordance with the standards.
Conduct staff training sessions.
Monitor KPIs and prepare reports.
Drive safety and Quality Improvements.
HSEQ Officer
Avweld Australasia
Laverton, VIC
06.2023 - 05.2024
Oversee the Safety Management System, including conducting internal safety audits and driving safety improvements
Coordinate both internal and external safety training programs
Develop and author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for general safety and equipment safety
Ensure SOPs are current and compliant with relevant standards and legislation
Provide training and education on safety protocols and legislative updates, updating procedures accordingly
Maintain an up-to-date database to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards
Facilitate monthly safety meetings to discuss safety issues and project updates
Review and complete permits, risk management systems, and risk assessments
Conduct Gemba walks within the factory to verify safety compliance and identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce safety risks.
Manage the company's Quality Management System in accordance with ISO 9001 standards
Plan and schedule internal audits and oversee external audits conducted by Veritas
Author and review all SOPs, including the quality manual, to ensure alignment with current business practices and objectives
Organise and lead management review meetings to evaluate the progress of the quality management system
Maintain KPIs such as DIFOT and quality objectives
Manage and resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) both internally and externally, utilizing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions
Collaborate with departmental heads to improve quality systems, implement changes, and provide training on new processes and standards
Senior Technical Officer
MSD Animal Health
New Zealand
03.2022 - 04.2023
Review production batch documents to ensure compliance with site SOPs, cGMP, quality standards, and regulatory requirements prior to QA review.
Resolve discrepancies in batch documentation promptly by liaising with the production team to ensure errors are corrected, enabling timely release of products for bulk vaccine manufacturing.
Manage SOPs, Points of Interest (POIs), Deviations, and CAPAs, ensuring they are completed within deadlines and maintaining First Time Right (FTR) figures.
Prepare areas for internal and external GMP, USDA, and corporate audits.
Conduct complex product deviation investigations to prevent product discards, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate CAPAs, in collaboration with QA, QC, Engineering, and Compliance departments.
Implement and update SOPs to reflect current practices and improve workflow within manufacturing areas.
Complete CAPAs ahead of deadlines, ensuring adherence to FTR targets.
Assist in scheduling antigen manufacturing and shift rosters.
Provide technical expertise in manufacturing to enhance safety and quality standards.
Chair Tier 1 meetings each morning to discuss safety risks, safety notes, and new directives.
Senior Production Technician
MSD Animal Health
New Zealand
07.2021 - 03.2022
Worked in Fermentation, IPT and Seeding Production areas, growing anaerobic and aerobic bacteria
to produce toxins to be later converted into toxoid.
Training new staff on how to operate equipments and follow processes using SOP's.
Working in IPT, performing pH measurements, Turbidity meter, microscope usage and gram staining
and plating on tas-agar and Blood agar plates under biohazard cabinet.
Working in Glove box, inoculating broths with nitrogen store seeds.
Working with Seed Fermenters and Production Fermenters.
Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Trained and supervised production personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices all while adhering to GMP practices.
Production Technician
MSD Animal Health
New Zealand
04.2019 - 06.2021
Worked in Media Preparation and Centrifuge Production areas, ensuring adherence to GMP standards and safety protocols.
Prepared media according to production schedules, accurately dispensing raw materials and chemicals into vessels while maintaining proper documentation.
Trained new technicians on media preparation and centrifuge operation to ensure consistent process compliance.
Operated centrifuge machines to separate cells from culture broth, followed by filtration into ultrafiltration vessels for further processing.
Monitored and adjusted process parameters to optimize yield and product quality throughout production.
Conducted routine equipment maintenance, cleaning, and calibration to ensure optimal performance and compliance with regulatory standards.
Completed all necessary documentation, including SOPs, deviations, CAPAs, and OFTs, maintaining accurate records for batch traceability and audit readiness.
Participated in process validation activities and contributed to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Ensured proper waste disposal and environmental controls were followed in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
Packing Technician
MSD Animal Health
New Zealand
04.2017 - 04.2019
Executed scheduled packing operations in accordance with relevant SOPs, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the process.
Trained technicians on the operation of packing equipment, adhering to SOP guidelines to maintain process consistency and quality.
Completed all required documentation in accordance with cGMP and GDP standards to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.
Managed deviations, CAPAs, and SOP authoring and review within the packing area to support continuous improvement and compliance.
Reviewed batch records meticulously to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to product release.
Reconciled all labels and documentation, and prepared line clearances to prevent batch contamination and ensure process integrity.
Conducted equipment inspections and maintained cleanliness of the packing area to uphold hygiene standards.
Assisted in process validations and participated in quality audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Packing Technician
MSD Animal Health
New Zealand
01.2016 - 12.2016
Executed scheduled packing operations in accordance with relevant SOPs, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the process.
Trained technicians on the operation of packing equipment, adhering to SOP guidelines to maintain process consistency and quality.
Completed all required documentation in accordance with cGMP and GDP standards to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.
Managed deviations, CAPAs, and SOP authoring and review within the packing area to support continuous improvement and compliance.
Reviewed batch records meticulously to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to product release.
Reconciled all labels and documentation, and prepared line clearances to prevent batch contamination and ensure process integrity.
Conducted equipment inspections and maintained cleanliness of the packing area to uphold hygiene standards.
Assisted in process validations and participated in quality audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Education
Certificate IV - Training And Assessment
Kangan Institute
12-2025
Certificate IV - Occupational Health And Safety
Kangan Institute
12-2024
Foundation Certificate - General
NUS National University of Samoa
Samoa, Apia
12.2016
Certification
Comprehensive First Aid and CPR, New Zealand Red Cross, 02/01/23, 02/01/25, TR72-030-01
Approved Handler of Dangerous Substances and Dangerous Goods, NZ CHEMICAL SUPPLIERS LIMITED, 09/01/19, 09/01/24