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Rebecca Brennan

East Corrimal,New South Wales

Summary

An enthusiastic HSE Professional with proven ability in strategic risk management, development and implementation of systems and processes and identifying areas for continuous improvement through analysis and auditing.

Key strengths include stakeholder engagement through effective communication and leadership, creative training, the ability to work autonomously and in teams, time management and organisational skills.

An honest and result oriented professional committed to producing quality work and passionate about driving proactive risk management culture.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

EHS Administration

Asahi
06.2023 - Current
  • Facilitating the roll out of National Safety Leadership Workshops program
  • Monitoring attendance rates and providing updates to Business Leaders
  • Supporting the Business EHS Team to meet target expectations for training attendance
  • Prepare reports tracking attendance and projection towards target
  • Manage participant bookings and adjustments to bookings as required
  • Manage Asahi Global Safety Index Leadership Survey

Retail Sales Worker

Jamberoo IGA
03.2017 - 07.2018
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganising products.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Organised store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.

HSE Manager, Southern Region

Boral Construction Materials
10.2011 - 07.2013
  • Responsible for supporting HSE performance across Southern Region through direction and allocation of HSE resources across Quarries, Concrete, Asphalt, Logistics, Landfill and Cement.
  • Developed and implemented safety awareness communications across the business to increase hazard awareness, accountability inthe form of Stop Work for Safety Programs.
  • Directed post-incident and critical investigations and prepared reports to identify possible accident causes and hazards.
  • Implemented drug and alcohol free workplace plan including onsite testing protocols.
  • Manage the establishment of programs to ensure HSE training is provided including the implantation of centralised induction training program.
  • Determine, monitor and review key OHS objectives and targets performance indicators for Southern Region including direct report performance targets.
  • Develop and implement plans to achieve Group HSE objectives and targets including the implementation of the 1 Boral Safety Management System.
  • Provide HSE Support to the National Asphalt and Quarries Product Councils and the development of nationally consistent protocols to manage critical risks.
  • Ensure compliance with implement injury management policies and procedures, including pre-employment medical processes and fitness for work assessments.
  • Monitor and review HSE performance, identifying trends and directing action to manage risks.
  • Provide regular reports to Regional Executive General Manager and Executive Management Team and communicate performance across the Region.

HSE Advisor, Quarries VIC/TAS

Boral Construction Materials
05.2010 - 10.2011
  • Mentored and supported Quarries to implement the BCM Safety Management System
  • Conducted incident investigations, carried out audits and collected data and information to maximize HSE Compliance across the Vic/Tas quarries
  • Leveraged statistical analysis to improve awareness, change behaviour and drive continuous improvement in programs and processes.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Conducted Quarries Guarding Audit across the region and developed prioritised action plan.
  • Represented Quarries in Safety Industry Group to work towards Industry consistent safety standards and expectations.

HSSE Manager

Liquip International
09.2009 - 05.2010
  • Improve awareness and commitment from the Management Team towards HSSE through Leadership Training;
  • Conducted risk review of the business identifying major HSSE exposures, developed and managed key risk reduction projects, specifically confined space, working at heights, use of plant and equipment, working with dangerous goods and hazardous substances, health surveillance and manual handling;
  • Revised HSSE Objectives and Targets and associated HSSE Plan to ensure accountability to both lead and lag indicators in line with high risk exposures;
  • Re-energized site Health and Safety Committee, improved effectiveness and engagement through increased visibility, regular meetings and implementation of initiatives with a focus on consequences, planning, intervention and reporting;
  • Facilitated incident investigation processes ensuring all incidents are adequately investigated with corrective actions implemented;
  • Implemented hazard reporting and close out accountability program;
  • Managed external site audits, (e.g. BP, Shell, Military and Regulator) and addressed outcomes on time;
  • Conducted Training Needs Analysis for the site and implemented training plan to ensure legislation compliance;
  • Developed and implemented Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plan for the site;
  • Managed injury and return to work processes to ensure best possible return to work outcomes;
  • Assisted Managers and Supervisors to conduct regular HSSE toolbox talks, developing material for communication;
  • Provided advice and direction in issues associated with HR and IR such as EEO, performance management, new employee recruitment and employee engagement;
  • Managed environmental compliance aspects of the site including the maintenance of a Trade Waste Agreement with City West Water and site pollution control; and
  • Implemented initiatives to improve environmental sustainability

Senior Risk Consultant

Risk Solutions - WSP Environmental
02.2008 - 09.2009
  • Developed, implemented and conducted HSEQ and Risk Management Systems and Audits based on the criteria contained within SafetyMAP, AS/NZS 4801 (ISO 18001), ISO 14001, ISO 9001 and the National Self Insurance Framework for major clients; including Myer, Coles, Office Works (including K-Mart Tyre and Auto), Investa Developments, Telstra, NAB and ANZ;
  • Provide consulting services to clients that duly considering statutory requirements and industry guidelines across a range of disciplines, e.g. manual handling, ergonomics, plant & equipment, contractor management, working at heights, first aid, confined spaces, dangerous goods/hazardous substances, incident investigation, major hazard facility, chemical management processes, incident investigations, training programs and waste disposal audits risk assessment and risk engineering;
  • Conduct hygiene services including hazardous materials surveys, air quality, noise and dust monitoring assessments;
  • Develop and deliver training programs aimed at developing employer and employee competencies and independence of their business HSE and Risk Management Systems, e.g. risk management and safety leadership;
  • Manage various projects while developing and maintaining strong positive relationships with business clients;
  • Preparation of comprehensive technical reports that clearly outline recommendations in line with statutory requirements and business needs within established timeframes; and
  • Critique reports for colleagues and provide constructive feedback on technical and legislative requirements as well as general readability.

HSE Coordinator

Boral, PLasterboard
03.2006 - 01.2008

Health, Safety and Environment Coordinator

  • Supported Ops Mgt Team to achieve compliance with HSE laws, regulations, policies and the business HSE Management System;
  • Conducted internal audits, measured performance and identified continuous improvement opportunities;
  • Participated in the project team to develop Boral HSE Information Management System (Site Safe) and facilitated implementation as pilot site;
  • Implemented critical risk control program risk management in Ops and Distribution targeting mobile plant, traffic management, confined spaces, contractor management, working at heights, isolation, electrical, plant and equipment and machinery guarding;
  • Facilitated incident investigation processes and implementation of corrective actions;
  • Managed and coordinated training needs and annual operations training plan around rotating rosters;
  • Provided support and direction to site Safety Committee to achieve effective consultation focusing on risk exposures and continuous improvement opportunities;
  • Developed site HSE induction including DVD
  • Involved in the development and implementation of Chain of Responsibility Systems, load restraint processes and driver fatigue programs for the transportation of Plasterboard.
  • Implemented Boral’s Sustainability Program for Operations;
  • Managed employee rehabilitation and return to work processes, implementing strategies to improve injury management outcomes.

Workers Compensation Case Manager

QBE Insurance
03.2005 - 03.2006
  • Coordinated high quality case management services to stakeholders, promoting sustainable return to work outcomes and responsible financial solutions;
  • Facilitated injury management and rehabilitation processes including development and monitoring of RTW plans and sustainable RTW outcomes;
  • Managed portfolio of 80 active files;
  • Provided leadership, specialist advice and support to small/medium sized business on return to work, injury and risk management and OHS issues.

Workers Compensation - Early Action Manager

Konekt Australia Occupational Rehabilitation
07.2004 - 03.2005
  • Implemented early intervention strategies;
  • Assisted case manager to apply injury management principles within the first 3 weeks of the claim; and
  • Established positive stakeholder rapport and commitment to return to work goal

Education

Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC
11.2010

Construction Induction Training – White Card - undefined

Master Builders Association of Victoria
Melbourne, VIC
2009

TAA40104 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - undefined

Australian Institute of Management
North Sydney, NSW
2008

Occupational Health and Safety Lead Auditor Training (RABQSA Certificate No. - undefined

SAI
Melbourne, VIC
2008

Master of Occupational Health and Safety - undefined

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
2006

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology & Human Geography

University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW
07.2004

Skills

  • HSSE & Risk Management Systems Development & Implementation
  • Development of Critical Risk Management Protocols
  • HSSE Risk Assessment & Analysis
  • HSSE & Risk Training, Facilitation and Needs Identification
  • Emergency Response and Business Continuity Planning
  • HSEQ Audit, Evaluation & Reporting
  • Preparation of Technical HSE Reporting
  • Constructive Critique & Evaluation of Reports
  • Hygiene Assessments and Compliance Activities
  • Incident & Injury Management & RTW Outcomes
  • Documentation & Record Keeping
  • Consultation & Communication
  • Computer Literacy
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Data entry
  • Operating in high pressure environment

Timeline

EHS Administration

Asahi
06.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Worker

Jamberoo IGA
03.2017 - 07.2018

HSE Manager, Southern Region

Boral Construction Materials
10.2011 - 07.2013

HSE Advisor, Quarries VIC/TAS

Boral Construction Materials
05.2010 - 10.2011

HSSE Manager

Liquip International
09.2009 - 05.2010

Senior Risk Consultant

Risk Solutions - WSP Environmental
02.2008 - 09.2009

HSE Coordinator

Boral, PLasterboard
03.2006 - 01.2008

Workers Compensation Case Manager

QBE Insurance
03.2005 - 03.2006

Workers Compensation - Early Action Manager

Konekt Australia Occupational Rehabilitation
07.2004 - 03.2005

Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management

Monash University

Construction Induction Training – White Card - undefined

Master Builders Association of Victoria

TAA40104 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - undefined

Australian Institute of Management

Occupational Health and Safety Lead Auditor Training (RABQSA Certificate No. - undefined

SAI

Master of Occupational Health and Safety - undefined

University of Newcastle

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology & Human Geography

University of Wollongong
Rebecca Brennan