RAYNOR PAQUIN
Perth,Australia
Summary
Work Health & Safety professional with strong experience implementing WHS systems, conducting risk assessments, supporting incident investigations, and ensuring compliance across remote FIFO operations. Certificate IV in WHS (2026) with practical capability across WHS legislation, hazardous chemical controls, consultation processes, and WHSMS implementation. Former U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant with proven leadership in high-risk environments, disciplined decision-making, and advanced situational awareness. Known for strengthening safety culture, improving compliance, and supporting operational teams across diverse, fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Site & Camp Manager (WHS-Aligned)
Compass Group
, Western Australia
01.2022 - Current
- Lead WHS-critical operations across remote FIFO sites, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, Rio Tinto requirements, and Compass Group standards.
- Conduct WHS inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments across high-risk environments.
- Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, evidence logs, timelines, and corrective action plans.
- Oversee training matrix compliance, competency verification, and supervision checks.
- Implement WHS procedures, emergency readiness, and site-specific safety controls.
- Review and update WHS documentation including fatigue management, safety processes, and operational procedures.
- Engage with Rio Tinto superintendents, contractors, and site leadership to maintain safety standards.
- Operate forklift (TLILIC0003) to unload truck deliveries, manage stock movements, and support logistics operations in compliance with WHS requirements.
- Improved WHS compliance through updated training matrix and strengthened supervision processes.
- Delivered assessment-ready WHS documentation including evidence logs, action plans, and review forms.
- Strengthened safety culture through toolbox talks, worker engagement, and accessible policy language.
- Successfully led incident investigations resulting in measurable corrective actions.
Head Chef / WHS-Focused Operational Leadership (FIFO)
Sodexo Australia
, WA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed multisite kitchen operations while ensuring strict WHS, HACCP, and food safety compliance.
- Enforced WHS and HACCP standards across multiple remote sites.
- Conducted hazard reporting, safe work practices, and incident documentation.
- Delivered safety briefings and supported emergency response readiness.
- Zero major food safety non-conformances across all sites.
- Improved team capability through structured training and workflow optimisation.
Senior Chef de Partie / WHS & Compliance Support
Pan Pacific Hotel
Perth, WA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Ensured compliance with HACCP, food safety, and WHS procedures.
- Trained junior staff in safe work practices and hygiene standards.
- Supported large-scale event operations with strong safety oversight.
Apprentice Chef → Commis Chef
Pullman Cairns International
Cairns
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Supported high-volume operations with strict adherence to HACCP and WHS standards.
Duty Manager & Cook
Rattle N Hum
Port Douglas, QLD
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw daily operations, food safety compliance, RSA requirements, and safe work procedures.
Owner / Operator
Krokodillos
Cairns, QLD
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed full business operations including food safety compliance, WHS oversight, staff supervision, budgeting, stock control, and venue safety standards.
Kitchen Manager
Jupiters at the Crossing
, USA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Led kitchen operations, staff supervision, and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Led teams in high-risk, high-pressure operational environments.
- Conducted risk assessments, patrol safety, and mission planning.
- Managed maintenance and readiness of vehicles and equipment.
- Awarded for leadership, discipline, and operational excellence.
Education
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety - BSB41419
Pinnacle Safety & Training
12.2026
Safe Minds & Safe Systems: Psychosocial Risk Management for Leaders -
ATI-Mirage
06.2026
Fatigue Management for Supervisors & Leaders -
12.2025
WHS Consultation & Communication Training -
12.2025
4WD Vehicle Operation - 3 Units
Eureka 4WD Training
12.2024
First Aid & CPR - HLTAID011 / HLTAID009
12.2024
Manual Handling & Hazardous Tasks Training -
12.2024
Mental Health First Aid Accreditation -
MHFA Australia
12.2024
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
TAFE QLD
High School Diploma -
Skills
- WHS Risk Management
- Incident Response & Investigation
- WHSMS Implementation
- Hazardous Chemicals Management
- WHS Consultation & Participation
- Compliance with WHS Laws
- Emergency Response & 4WD Operations
- Safety Culture Development & Training Delivery
- Continuous Improvement
- Report Writing & Evidence Documentation
Systems And Software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint)
- WHS Management Systems
- Deputy
- Converga
- Procure2Pay
- MYOB
- PayGlobal
- Rio Tinto Systems
Awards
- Apprentice of the Year QLD Finalist
- Employee of the Quarter – Pan Pacific (2019)
- Employee of the Quarter – Pullman Cairns (2017 & 2018)
Military Service
United States Marine Corps, Sergeant, 01/01/07, 12/31/12, Afghanistan, Helmand Province, Led teams in high-risk, high-pressure operational environments., Conducted risk assessments, patrol safety, and mission planning., Managed maintenance and readiness of vehicles and equipment., Awarded for leadership, discipline, and operational excellence.
Timeline
Operational Site & Camp Manager (WHS-Aligned)
Compass Group
01.2022 - Current
Head Chef / WHS-Focused Operational Leadership (FIFO)
Sodexo Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Chef de Partie / WHS & Compliance Support
Pan Pacific Hotel
01.2018 - 01.2020
Apprentice Chef → Commis Chef
Pullman Cairns International
01.2015 - 01.2018
Duty Manager & Cook
Rattle N Hum
01.2014 - 01.2015
Owner / Operator
Krokodillos
01.2013 - 01.2014
Kitchen Manager
Jupiters at the Crossing
01.2012 - 01.2013
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 01.2012
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety - BSB41419
Pinnacle Safety & Training
Safe Minds & Safe Systems: Psychosocial Risk Management for Leaders -
ATI-Mirage
Fatigue Management for Supervisors & Leaders -
WHS Consultation & Communication Training -
4WD Vehicle Operation - 3 Units
Eureka 4WD Training
First Aid & CPR - HLTAID011 / HLTAID009
Manual Handling & Hazardous Tasks Training -
Mental Health First Aid Accreditation -
MHFA Australia
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
TAFE QLD