Kane Kowalczuk
Avondale Heights,VIC
Summary
To continuously increase knowledge and experience in different types of industries as a HSE Professional.
Articulate Safety Manager with a 28 year track record of developing and implementing successful safety programs. Experienced in cultivating safe and positive work environments to reduce risk, increase morale and promote overall commitment to safety.
To continuously increase knowledge of systems in the areas of Environmental, Health and Occupational Safety.
To be recognized as being able to work competently in any discipline of HSE as a generalist HSE Practitioner.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager - WGTP (Tunnel Zone)
John Holland
2019.10 - Current
- Collaborated with management to develop project safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Managed the operational safety of two 15.6m diameter Earth Pressure Balances TBM's including hyperbaric work requirements.
- Managed the safety of the Excavation and Construction of 21 Cross Passages, Low point sum and 9 EOU's (excavation, over & under)
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
- Developed and implemented safety programs to prevent injuries on site.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect. Including meeting KPI requirements.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Championed positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives and delivering Safety Pauses.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns.
- Managed relationships with regulatory agencies and client while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
Project Safety Manager - Royal Hobart Hospital
John Holland
2015.10 - 2019.10
- Manage Safety within a live hospital environment with a number of works packages being undertaken
- Management of ComCare relationships and monthly visitations under the scheduled CCP (Cooperative Compliance Program)
- Liaison with employer groups, senior client personnel and regulatory authorities as required
- Developed and implemented Project Safety Induction
- Professional advice and support to all functional staff and workforce personnel
- Monthly Reporting (internal)
- Supporting Risk Management developed (Activity Method Statements – AMS) & TRA’s
- Preparation and presentation of topical information to workforce personnel
- Investigation Lead (ICam), development, review and reporting.
HSE Coordinator - New Royal Adelaide Hospital
Leightons Contractors
2014.01 - 2015.10
- Employed with Leightons Contractors as part of a joint venture with Hansen Yuncken at the New Royal Adelaide Hospital
- Responsibilities covered various stages of the project construction, fit-out and commissioning
- Including: Start-up meetings and reviews with Contractors
- Chair Risk Assessment meetings with production teams and contractors
- Chair Safety Committee meetings
- Lead senior management site inspection and meetings
- Participating in draft relevant project standards
- Site lead OHS Auditor schedule and implement audits with Contractors
- Participate with Relevant authorities
- Prepare and collate monthly reports and combined other teams reports for one report for senior management
- Incident and Investigations.
Safety Manager
Fulton Hogan
2010.08 - 2013.01
- Maintain Safety Accreditation for NCSI and Federal Safety Commissioner (FSC)
- Managing safety across both the Construction and Industries business units in achieving ‘Zero Harm’
- Promote best practice in safety across the business
- Assist the management team in growing the business
- Construction Projects included, North South Interconnection System Project (SA Water), King St Bridge, Daly River Bridge Construction, Service Relocation – Urban Superway
- Jointly Pioneered the development of the South Australian Construction Safety Alliance (SACSA).
Safety Manager
Fulton Hogan
2008.09 - 2010.08
- Refine and implement Project Safety Strategy
- Planning and delivery of ongoing training both internal and external
- Manage a team of two Safety officers and one safety administrator
- Promote Best practice Safety within the Civil Construction Industry
- Develop and implement safety initiatives across the Project to assist in meeting ‘Game Break’ KPI’s across the project.
HSE Coordinator
Toll Energy
2007.03 - 2008.09
- Refine and implement Toll Energy’s Integrated Management System (QSE) for new contract start-up
- Planning and delivery of ongoing training including mentoring and coaching
- Develop, implement, monitor and improve measurable best practice policy and procedure
- Align Toll’s Energy’s Integrated Management System to meet client’s requirements
- Maintain triple accreditation to the ISO standards.
Industry HSE & Risk Manager
Transfield Services
2005.07 - 2007.03
- Report to and discuss HSE performance across the Transportation Business Unit, to the Executive General Manager (EGM) on a monthly basis and develop/recommend initiatives to improve group performance
- Develop and Implement Strategic Business Plan (HSE Component) for the Transportation Business Unit
- Conduct internal audits (HSE) across each Contract within the Transportation Business Unit to maintain BVQI accreditation
- Maintain the South Australian Self Insurance License from an OH&S and Injury Management perspective, including Managing a team of five HSE Coordinators and one Claims Administrator
Industry HSE & Risk Manager
Transfield Services
2002.08 - 2005.07
- Work with National HSE Manager to Obtain and maintain Self Insurance Status within South Australia
- In particular manage three state based HSE Coordinators in meeting the requirements under the Prevention section of the Exempt employers performance standards
- Manage all HSE Coordinators both interstate and locally within each Industry group, to ensure HSE support is being delivered locally on each contract
- Participate in the Transfield Services annually Senior Managers conference
- Conduct corporate audits at least annually on all contracts within the specific industry
South Australian OHS&E Manager
Transfield Operations & Maintenance
2000.07 - 2002.08
- Become part of and work with the national OHS&E team
- Develop and implement a state Safety Improvement Plan
- Conduct Corporate OH&S audits across all sites
OH&S Coordinator
Transfield Maintenance
1997.11 - 2000.07
- OH&S & Training Coordinator SA Rail
- October 1998 “Fire Damage Shutdown - Adelaide Oil Refinery”
- Contract start-up and OH&S implementation of the “Facilities Management Contract”
- Contract start-up “Telstra” implement all contractor inductions within SA
- Implementation of OH&S systems at the “Flinders Power Station Shutdown Port Augusta”
- Travel to all sites on the SA Rail contract including Kalgoorlie, Alice Springs & Port Lincoln to conduct training and carry out OH&S system follow up Audits.
OH&S & Training Coordinator
Transfield Maintenance
1997.03 - 1997.11
- Assist line management personnel in meeting their obligations under the relevant OH&S legislation
- Reviewing OH&S key performance indicators and advising Project Management of trends
- Attend workplace safety committee meetings and act as adviser on health and safety matters
- Assist OH&S team in the management of the TCC Gas & Alky plant shutdown (Oil & Gas)
- Implementation of OH&S management systems, including the integration of the corporate management systems manual.
Education
Diploma of Leadership And Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Melbourne, VIC09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Degree - Occupational Health & Safety
RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC12.1996
Skills
- Ability to Plan, Set Priorities, Implement & Evaluate Projects
- Sound knowledge of HSE concepts, systems, controls and legislation
- Highly motivated
- Coaching Team members
- Auditing abilities with continuous improvement mindset
- Reliable and Conscientious
- ICAM Incident Investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Risk Management & Hazard Identification
Additional Qualifications
- ICAM Lead Investigator
- Tap Root Incident Investigator Licence
- Return to Work Coordinator
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Chief Fire Warden
- Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor
- Occupational Health and Safety Registered Lead Auditor
- Laser Safety Officer
- HRWL – WP
- WorkZone Traffic Management
- Managing Onsite Industrial Relations
- Resilience for Workplace Success
- Feedback and Performance Conservations
Leisure Interests
- Cycling
- Camping
- Jogging
- Gym
- Music
Personal Information
Driving License: Class C, R
References
- Available on Request
Timeline
Safety Manager - WGTP (Tunnel Zone)
John Holland
2019.10 - Current
Project Safety Manager - Royal Hobart Hospital
John Holland
2015.10 - 2019.10
HSE Coordinator - New Royal Adelaide Hospital
Leightons Contractors
2014.01 - 2015.10
Safety Manager
Fulton Hogan
2010.08 - 2013.01
Safety Manager
Fulton Hogan
2008.09 - 2010.08
HSE Coordinator
Toll Energy
2007.03 - 2008.09
Industry HSE & Risk Manager
Transfield Services
2005.07 - 2007.03
Industry HSE & Risk Manager
Transfield Services
2002.08 - 2005.07
South Australian OHS&E Manager
Transfield Operations & Maintenance
2000.07 - 2002.08
OH&S Coordinator
Transfield Maintenance
1997.11 - 2000.07
OH&S & Training Coordinator
Transfield Maintenance
1997.03 - 1997.11
Diploma of Leadership And Management
Swinburne University of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Degree - Occupational Health & Safety
RMIT University
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