Sam Kunja
Sigma Pharma
Noble Park
15
years of professional experience
Dynamic Health and Safety Representative with over 10 years of experience in manufacturing and health and safety sectors. Proven expertise in navigating WHS legislation and ensuring ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 compliance, with a strong background in HSE management systems and incident investigation. Successfully led WHS compliance initiatives, conducted thorough risk assessments, and developed impactful training programs at Sigma Pharma and Annex Foods, driving continuous improvement and optimizing return-to-work processes. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic safety management practices.
Work History
Team Leader / HSR
5 Years 6 Months- Developed and implemented a comprehensive contractor safety management program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and reducing site risks.
- Championed a proactive safety culture by establishing an employee-led safety committee to identify and address workplace hazards before incidents.
- Designed and delivered WHS training modules for 50+ new hires and 200+ existing personnel, enhancing hazard recognition and safe work practice compliance.
- Spearheaded the integration of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 principles into existing HSE management systems, achieving certification and standards safety protocols across operations.
- Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams to implement ergonomic improvements, reducing musculoskeletal injury claims by 15%.
- Managed the annual WHS budget, allocating resources for safety equipment, training programs, and compliance initiatives to ensure operational safety objectives were met.
- Developed and executed a site-specific emergency preparedness plan, including comprehensive drills and communication protocols, reducing response times by 25%.
Health and Safety Representative/Senior Machine Operator/Fire Warden
4 Years 7 Months- Coordinated emergency response drills and evacuation procedures as Health and Safety Representative and Fire Warden, enhancing preparedness for potential incidents.
- Conducted regular hazard identification and machine-specific risk assessments, implementing recommended engineering and administrative controls to mitigate risks.
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions, including inductions and toolbox talks, on safe machine operation, manual handling, and PPE use, fostering a culture of safety.
- Led incident investigations and managed corrective actions, maintaining HSE processes and supporting return-to-work initiatives for affected employees.
- Monitored compliance with WHS legislation and assisted with audits and safety inspections, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with senior management to establish a national risk management strategy in accordance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards and regulatory requirements.
- Spearheaded the integration of Work Health Safety management practices across 5 production lines over a 24-month period, utilizing Safety Culture iAuditor and MS Teams to achieve a 35% reduction in recordable incidents through ongoing process monitoring and staff engagement with WHS compliance KPIs.
- Directed the implementation and enforcement of workplace safety protocols across 5 manufacturing lines over a 24-month period, employing Safety Culture iAuditor and MS Teams to achieve a 98% compliance rate with WHS legislation and standards.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented health and safety training programs for staff engagement.
Merchandiser
4 Years 4 Months- Coordinated in-store merchandising and product presentation to enhance visual appeal and maximize on-shelf availability across multiple retail accounts.
- Trained junior merchandisers on compliance and store standards, fostering effective communication and organizational skills within the team.
- Managed inventory levels and stock rotation for perishable goods, reducing spoilage by 10% and ensuring product freshness for customers.
- Analyzed sales data and market trends to optimize product placement and promotional strategies, increasing category sales by 8% across 50+ retail locations.
- Negotiated promotional space and display agreements with 10+ retail managers to increase product visibility and drive sales during peak seasons.
- Collaborated with store managers to implement strategic planogram adjustments, enhancing product visibility and driving sales uplift by 12% across 75+ key accounts.
- Leveraged sales data and market trends analysis to optimize product placement and promotional strategies, boosting category sales by 8% across 50+ retail locations.
Education
Diploma of work Health and Safety - Work Health And Safety
Certificate IV Work Health And Safety - Work Health And Safety
Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Initial Training Course
Intense 5 days of study.
MBA - Project Management
Skills
Safety Training & Toolbox Talks
Risk assessments
Incident management
WHS legislation
ISO standards
Microsoft Office Suite
Training & Assessment
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Proactive approach
Lead Auditor Training
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Safety Audits
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Team motivation
Timeline
Team Leader / HSR
Sigma Pharma
11.2020 - 05.2026Read More
Health and Safety Representative/Senior Machine Operator/Fire Warden
Annex Foods Pty Ltd
03.2016 - 10.2020Read More
Merchandiser
Tiptop
10.2011 - 02.2016Read More
Australian Catholic University
MBA from Project Management
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Worksafe
Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Initial Training Course
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Swinburne University of Technology
Diploma of work Health and Safety from Work Health And Safety
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Pinnacle Health & Safety Training Institute
Certificate IV Work Health And Safety from Work Health And Safety
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