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Education
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Certification
Accomplishments
Notable Projects
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Kingsley Ikea

Canberra,Australia

Summary

Experienced HSEQ Advisor skilled in leading safety and quality initiatives across construction projects. Proven track record in enhancing workplace safety and ensuring project compliance with regulatory standards. Offers strong leadership in team collaboration and problem-solving to uphold high-quality and safety benchmarks.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Site Engineer

Construction Control
Canberra, ACT
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Executed procurement of trade packages and conducted tender reviews, optimizing resource allocation and implementing value engineering resulting in a 15% cost reduction.
  • Coordinated with other engineers, contractors, subcontractors, inspectors, suppliers, and owners in order to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Supervised and monitored project subcontractors and labor force, overseeing on-site construction operations to ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and safety regulations.

HSEQ Advisor

Construction Control
Canberra, ACT
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Led implementation of HSEQ systems resulting in reduced workplace incidents and ensured compliance with Australian regulations.
  • Oversaw contractor performance to ensure on-time, within-budget project completions with adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Provided HSEQ consultation to management and drafted risk assessments for implementation of new equipment/processes.
  • Managed incident investigations, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions to enhance overall safety performance

Facilities Administrator

Evolve Facilities Management
Canberra, ACT
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Demonstrated expertise in coordinating facility operations by managing the maintenance of building systems, equipment, and supplies for both preventative measures as well as reactive responses.
  • Supported facilities management through vendor coordination, compliance checks, and efficiency improvements.
  • Oversaw service requests and maintained vendor contracts to comply with regulations and improve facility conditions.

Project Engineer/Project Manager

PHILKO Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Interacted with clients to interpret needs and requirements, coordinated meetings with stakeholders including clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors and other parties involved in the project.
  • Identified cost saving measures for project life cycle, ensuring safety and quality standards were maintained
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling to achieve on-time, under-budget completion of projects.
  • Conducted regular inspections at job sites in order to monitor safety protocols being followed by contractors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Building And Construction Management

University of Canberra
Bruce
08-2024

Agile Project Management Certification -

APMG
01.2024

Diploma in Building and Construction (Building) - Building

Canberra Institute of Technology
Canberra, ACT
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Anambra State University
Uli
07-2007

Skills

  • Regulatory Knowledge
  • Safety Protocol Development
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Risk Assessment Techniques
  • Environmental Awareness

Certification

  • Agile Project Management
  • WHS Hazard management for supervisors and mangers (SuperSafe)
  • ICAM Incident Investigation
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Health Safety Committee (HSC)
  • First aid, CPR, White Card, Asbestos , Sillica awareness, Working with Vilnerable People, Drivers License

Accomplishments

  • Reduced Safety Incidents: Led initiatives that resulted in a 20% reduction in safety incidents at Construction Control.
  • Increased Efficiency: Streamlined operations at Evolve Facilities Management, achieving a 10% increase in service delivery efficiency.
  • High Client Satisfaction: Achieved a 98% client satisfaction rate through effective project coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Notable Projects

  • ANU Hail Remediation Project: Managed a $400 million multi-stage project, enhancing campus infrastructure.
  • Civic Quarters 2, Canberra City: Oversaw a $90 million commercial development, ensuring timely completion and high-quality standards.
  • National Convention Centre Upgrade: Directed passive fire installation and other upgrades, improving safety and functionality.

Timeline

Site Engineer

Construction Control
01.2022 - 07.2024

HSEQ Advisor

Construction Control
01.2022 - 07.2024

Facilities Administrator

Evolve Facilities Management
06.2021 - 01.2022

Project Engineer/Project Manager

PHILKO Ltd
01.2009 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Building And Construction Management

University of Canberra

Agile Project Management Certification -

APMG

Diploma in Building and Construction (Building) - Building

Canberra Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Architecture

Anambra State University
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