Misty Ash
Belmunda,QLD
Summary
Safety Officer with expertise in safety management and risk assessment. Demonstrated success in incident investigation and compliance, leading to improved safety protocols across various sites. Proficient in creating training programs and promoting team collaboration, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency in demanding environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Officer
Southern Cross Industrial Group
Mackay, QLD
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed safety operations across multiple sites: Rockhampton, Brisbane, Mackay, and Proserpine.
- Reviewed and updated safety documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed and delivered safety training programs on work practices and emergency procedures.
- Maintained records of incidents including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
- Ensured adequate supply of approved safety gear and PPE for workforce productivity.
- Implemented safety protocols across projects, enhancing overall safety standards.
- Investigated incidents to determine root causes and advised on necessary improvements.
Learning and Development Coordinator
Thomas Borthwick & Sons
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated and assisted interviews to identify suitable candidates.
- Coordinated learning sessions and workshops to enhance team performance.
- Designed and implemented training programs for employee skill development.
- Developed educational materials and resources for various training initiatives.
- Conducted training needs assessments to identify areas of improvement in employee performance.
- Conducted inductions for employees and contractors to ensure smooth onboarding.
- Trained and assessed staff on departmental floors to enhance performance.
- Developed training materials, site plans, pedestrian plans, and traffic guidance schemes.
- Assisted supervisors in training and overseeing workers for optimal productivity.
- Served as first aider on-site, managing incidents and documenting reports.
- Functioned as Workplace Health & Safety Officer, conducting daily investigations and monthly follow-ups with senior personnel in Sydney and Japan.
Assistant Project Manager/PSR Project Systems Representative – Civil Construction
Road Tek/Protech
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Contributed to project design and budget planning to meet environmental standards.
- Assisted in creating and monitoring Traffic Management Plans and Traffic Guidance Schemes.
- Identified potential risks and proposed effective solutions to support risk management.
- Collaborated with senior managers to ensure projects adhered to schedules.
- Conducted daily inspections focused on environmental compliance and safety protocols.
- Monitored work progress for adherence to project timelines and specifications.
- Facilitated daily pre-start meetings and inductions to promote site safety awareness.
- Coordinated communication with contractors, organizing tasks and maintaining documentation.
- Collaborated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services needed for projects.
- Resolved any conflicts that arose during the course of a project by utilizing effective problem-solving skills.
- Monitored design processes from conceptual phase through construction.
- Identified risks associated with projects and developed strategies for mitigating those risks.
Transport for NSW Qualified Traffic Control Trainer and Assessor
Licences 4 Work
12.2017 - 05.2022
- Designed and developed Traffic Management Design Course under contract.
- Trained and assessed participants in Traffic Management and Traffic Controller courses.
- Conducted course reviews to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Delivered Nationally Recognised Training Program in Traffic Management to Department of Transport and Council workers.
- Guided students in creating Safe Work Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and project costings.
- Collaborated with Transport for NSW on new training materials, providing essential feedback.
- Evaluated trainers to uphold instructional quality within the organization.
- Mentored new trainers on effective teaching techniques to enhance learning outcomes.
New Grad Division 2 Nurse, on the Rehab Ward
Campbelltown Private Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Daily Documentation- hazard identification; risk assessments; cognitive assessments, pressure injury assessments; fall assessments, and neurological assessments. Nursing Report.
- Medication administration- including oral, sublingual, buccal, topical, rectal, sub-cut, intramuscular, nebulisers, inhalers, and topical medications.
- Promoted and maintained an effective teamwork environment by relaying information to doctors and relevant personal.
- Monitored patient’s health and vital signs.
- Performed wound care; removed staples and sutures.
- Communicated to the culturally diverse & disabled clients.
- Empathised, encouraged, and reassured clients of their health concerns.
- Implemented and monitored nursing care to contribute to client assessment, to develop a nursing care plan.
Traffic Controller, Team Leader, Traffic Coordinator
Workforce International
07.2008 - 03.2016
- Modified traffic guidance schemes from TCAWS manual for urban and rural projects in Sydney.
- Managed traffic flow to ensure safety and efficiency on-site.
- Communicated effectively with drivers to direct movements safely.
- Trained new staff on traffic control procedures and protocols.
- Directed pedestrians across busy streets and around construction sites.
- Coordinated on-site project requirements to align with objectives.
- Managed live traffic operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Positioned traffic control signs and barriers according to TGS specifications.
- Ensured compliance with WHS policies for safe work practices.
- Conducted onsite inductions for traffic controllers to enhance safety awareness.
- Coordinated traffic control vehicles for service inspections and project needs.
Education
HLT51612 Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled -Division 2 Nursing
BSB41419 Cert IV - Work Health & Safety
TAE40110 Cert IV - Training & Assessment
High School Diploma - USA
Skills
- Safety management and risk assessment
- Incident investigation and compliance
- Emergency response planning
- Safety training and education
- Compliance documentation
- Project coordination
- Traffic management
- Training development
Timeline
Safety Officer
Southern Cross Industrial Group
02.2025 - 09.2025
Learning and Development Coordinator
Thomas Borthwick & Sons
04.2023 - 02.2025
Assistant Project Manager/PSR Project Systems Representative – Civil Construction
Road Tek/Protech
08.2022 - 04.2023
Transport for NSW Qualified Traffic Control Trainer and Assessor
Licences 4 Work
12.2017 - 05.2022
New Grad Division 2 Nurse, on the Rehab Ward
Campbelltown Private Hospital
02.2016 - 11.2017
Traffic Controller, Team Leader, Traffic Coordinator
Workforce International
07.2008 - 03.2016
HLT51612 Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled -Division 2 Nursing
BSB41419 Cert IV - Work Health & Safety
TAE40110 Cert IV - Training & Assessment
High School Diploma - USA
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