Norbert Yip
Summary
Focused Health and Safety Manager bringing over five years of comprehensive experience minimising health and safety hazards in facilities management, construction, and mining by developing and implementing successful safety programs. Hardworking professional commended for consistently evaluating current processes to confirm adherence to prescribed laws, standards and company goals. Growth-oriented team player possessing excellent technical and managerial abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Manager
Northern Minerals Ltd
02.2023 - Current
- Guided, wrote and revised various health and safety management documents to align NTU MSMS with current legislation.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent work-related injuries, contributing to a significant reduction in workers'' compensation claims.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives by analyzing data and making data-driven adjustments to strategies.
- Enhanced employee understanding of health and safety protocols through comprehensive training sessions.
- Conducted job safety analysis and personal protective equipment analysis to identify hazards for elimination and select proper safety equipment to protect employees from hazards of job.
- Served as an expert resource for employees seeking guidance on safe work practices, fostering an environment where all staff felt empowered to prioritize their wellbeing while on the job.
- Facilitated cross-department collaboration on safety initiatives, fostering a unified approach to workplace wellbeing that led to sustained improvements over time.
- Promoted a positive safety culture within the organization by advocating for best practices and emphasizing the importance of individual responsibility.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing targeted action plans.
- Streamlined communication between departments regarding safety concerns, fostering a culture of shared accountability for workplace wellbeing.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Senior Associate HSEQ – Construction, Mining, and Healthcare
WHS Partners
01.2022 - Current
- Developed critical risk management frameworks tailored to client needs, ensuring alignment with ISO 45001 standards
- Provided solutions-focused advice to clients, improving safety outcomes on high-risk projects
- Identified potential risks to develop mitigation plans and minimize impact on project timelines.
- Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
- Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
- Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
- Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering an inclusive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key clients to ensure high levels of satisfaction.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Program Manager Safety Systems & Reporting
WA Country Health Service
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Championed best practices in project management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Health Safety and Environment Specialist | Acting/Contract Safety Manager – Facilities Manager
Fiona Stanley Hospital – Facilities Management Team
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Trained employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
- Monitored legislative updates relating to workplace health and safety, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulations.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Managed relationships with regulatory agencies while maintaining open lines of communication for inspections and compliance reviews.
- Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
- Reduced accident rates through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, facilitating collaborative efforts to maintain a safe and healthy workplace for all employees.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
Emergency Response Commander
Fiona Stanley Hospital – Facilities Management Team
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Developed comprehensive contingency plans, allowing swift responses to unexpected challenges or emergencies.
- Enhanced safety protocols by implementing rigorous training sessions and emergency drills for crew members.
- Evaluated crew performance regularly offering constructive feedback which contributed towards professional growth.
- Collaborated with management to establish emergency response plans, minimizing injury risks during incidents.
- Managed emergency response initiatives, coordinating resources effectively during critical situations.
- Member of on-call emergency response team for crisis intervention within facility.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Established strong working relationships with local authorities, fostering collaboration in emergency response efforts.
Contract Manager
RY Enterprise Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
- Mitigated business risks by analyzing contracts' potential impacts and avoiding unfavorable terms.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and vendors, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Resolved contractual disputes in a timely manner, minimizing potential risks and financial losses for the company.
- Achieved successful contract negotiations by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing proposals, agreements, and terms.
- Supported timely and complete billing by documenting milestones and submitting accurate invoicing paperwork.
- Coordinated regular contract reviews to identify areas for improvement or renegotiation opportunities.
- Reduced costs for the organization by effectively negotiating favorable contract terms with suppliers and vendors.
- Interpreted contact terms and coordinated solutions to resolve disputes between clients and service providers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive contract strategies aligned with company objectives.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Leadership in Mining Workplace Safety
ECU
Advanced Diploma - WHS
Diploma - Occupational Health and Safety
Cert IV TAE (40116) - Training and Assessment
ICAM Lead Investigator
ASIST Trained
Skills
- Construction safety
- Crisis management
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Permit-to-work systems
- Emergency preparedness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Safety audits
- Excellent communication
- Safety program development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 50 staff members.
- Achieved an increase in incident reporting(>50%) by introducing web-based incident reporting system.
- Collaborated with team of 15 stakeholders to implement a psychosocial safety framework.
- Achieved a TRIFR reduction from 15.7 to 5.2 over a nine months period through education, supervision and support.
- Conducted a pilot and implemented the use of wearable technology for return to work programs increasing employee engagement post injury and during rehabilitation.
- Awarded Pulse Award (ASPAC Division) for innovative solution with use of technology to support better safety outcomes.
Professionalreferees
- Keith Satie, Former Line Manager, keiths@whspartners.net.au, 0417 092 786
- Paul King, Site Manager, paul@bestekservices.com.au, 0428 132 918
Certification
- ISO 45001 Auditor
- ICAM Lead Investigator
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- People Cert - Management of Risk
- Cert IV Training and Assessment
- FIFO FOCUS Psychosocial Risk Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health and Safety Manager
Northern Minerals Ltd
02.2023 - Current
Senior Associate HSEQ – Construction, Mining, and Healthcare
WHS Partners
01.2022 - Current
Program Manager Safety Systems & Reporting
WA Country Health Service
01.2022 - 08.2022
Health Safety and Environment Specialist | Acting/Contract Safety Manager – Facilities Manager
Fiona Stanley Hospital – Facilities Management Team
05.2017 - 01.2022
Emergency Response Commander
Fiona Stanley Hospital – Facilities Management Team
05.2015 - 05.2017
Contract Manager
RY Enterprise Ltd.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Advanced Diploma - WHS
Diploma - Occupational Health and Safety
Cert IV TAE (40116) - Training and Assessment
ICAM Lead Investigator
ASIST Trained
Graduate Certificate - Leadership in Mining Workplace Safety
ECU