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Umar Afridi

Summary

A highly motivated and results-oriented professional proficient in Work Health and Safety. Exceptionally dependable and detail-oriented Occupational Health and Safety Specialist with a stellar record of workplace safety improvements. Adept at professional communication with employees at all levels. Able to function well as a team member or independently. Detail- oriented professional with highly professional attitude, problem solving, strong leadership, relationship-building skills, and ability to perform well in a team. Looking for an opportunity in a dynamic organization where my skills and experience will be fully utilized.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Health and Safety Advisor

Bay Building Group ( Rochester Hospital )
07.2023 - Current


  • Identified potential health and safety hazards associated with construction activities, equipment, materials, and processes, leading to proactive risk mitigation strategies
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, collaborating with stakeholders to develop effective risk control measures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local, state, and federal health and safety regulations, ensuring project compliance with applicable standards
  • Developed and delivered safety induction and training programs for construction personnel, including contractors and subcontractors, emphasizing hospital-specific hazards and infection control protocols
  • Established incident reporting protocols, responding promptly to incidents, assessing causes, and recommending preventive actions to prevent recurrence
  • Conducted regular safety inspections, collaborating with relevant parties to address deficiencies and verify implementation of corrective actions
  • Developed and communicated emergency response plans and procedures, coordinating drills to enhance personnel familiarity with protocols
  • Evaluated the need for and effectiveness of personal protective equipment (PPE), monitoring proper usage and accessibility of protective gear
  • Maintained accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, training, and compliance, generating regular safety reports for project management and regulatory agencies
  • Fostered a culture of safety and compliance through close collaboration with project managers, contractors, subcontractors, and stakeholders
  • Continuously assessed and improved safety programs and initiatives, staying informed about emerging trends and best practices in construction safety and healthcare regulations.

Health & Safety/QA Officer

Bedford Phoenix
01.2023 - 06.2023


  • Assisted in implementing and managing objectives aligned with the WHS & QA Strategic Plan, contributing to the enhancement of workplace safety and quality
  • Developed and delivered safety and quality initiatives and strategies to raise awareness of WHS & QA, fostering a positive environment focused on safer work practices
  • Provided expert WHS and QA advice to Managers, Supervisors, and Operational teams, contributing to informed decision-making and compliance
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive and effective WHS & QA outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
  • Coordinated monthly Safety Action Meetings, facilitating open communication, and offering feedback, advice, and guidance on safety matters
  • Monitored, reviewed, and enhanced department quality systems, ensuring continuous improvement and adherence to established standards
  • Conducted management reviews of site-specific Emergency Management Plans, ensuring readiness to handle unforeseen incidents
  • Undertook additional duties as directed by the General Manager, WHS & QA, contributing to overall departmental effectiveness.

Safety and Compliance Officer

Moira Shire Council
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Fire Prevention in collaboration with CFA
  • Conduct regular community education sessions on key Community Safety and Amenity topics, including animal management, fire prevention, and crime prevention
  • Contribute to the long-term aim of community safety of strengthening communities and reducing the likelihood of problems occurring and responding to them effectively Assist residents in identifying and improving their property's appearance, including best practice litter and waste management to minimize accumulation of materials, implement garden maintenance and vermin control and removal of materials
  • To provide an effective communication link between Council and its staff, community, and local service providers
  • To educate community groups, business owners, and members of the public on their responsibilities under Community Safety & Amenity laws and conduct follow-up action onviolations.s
  • Conduct interviews, investigate, collate, and present findings to courts/tribunals.

Frontline Worker

Northern Territory Government
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Customer service duty
  • Administrative work
  • Assisting Covid 19 positive and close contact patients
  • Picking up Covid 19 Patients from remote communities
  • Assisting covid positive patients with their needs

Health and Safety Officer

MacDonnell Regional Council
04.2021 - 05.2021
  • Provide high level of administrative support and front line WH&S advise that support the effective operation of WH&S support
  • Delivery of core WH&S training such as induction, First Aid, warden,4WD and other compliance or WHS system training
  • Deliver training as required and where skilled to do
  • Support the Coordinator with WH&S visits and workplace inspections across McDonnell Regional Council locations, consulting with local staff and developing corrective action notices for local implementation, WH&S improvement, WH&S system reporting and tracking
  • Providing advice to all levels of staff regarding WH&S including the development and presentation of toolbox talks
  • Embrace and demonstrate the value of council in all work task
  • Maintain WH&S records and system support tools
  • Support the coordinator with WH&S incident investigations
  • Preparing Recovery at work plan for worker
  • Coordination between Worker, Insurance, medical professional, and Organizational manager
  • Second responder

Administrative Officer

Northern Territory Government
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Responding to Medical emergencies in remote indigenous communities across Central Australia
  • Responding to Medical emergencies in road crash incidents or domestic violence
  • Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.)
  • Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incident
  • Adhere to established medical protocols and procedures as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards

Education

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Trainwest
Adelaide, SA
10.2022

Certificate IV In Work Health And Safety Pinnacle Safety, Queensland - undefined

10.2020

Bachelor Of Accounting - undefined

Charles Darwin University
01.2019

Skills

  • Certificate IV work Health and safety
  • Return to Work Coordinator Training
  • Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing
  • Operating 4WD in the remote area training
  • Good project management skills, with the ability to independently interact and at time lead a team to complete initiatives with quality and timelines
  • Proficient ability in data collection and analyzing
  • Strong Communication skills, Collaboration & Teamwork, and Interpersonal skills
  • Highly motivated team player with superior skills and willingness to learn new things
  • Good oral and writing communication skills
  • Strong Customer Service skills and are approachable, a good listener, takes ownership of their issues
  • Technical proficiency in
  • Microsoft Office
  • (Word, Excel, Power Point outlook, Teams
  • OneDrive)
  • Risk Identification
  • Data Analysis
  • Field Inspections
  • Risk Assessment
  • Audit Coordination
  • Compliance Reporting
  • Conflict Management
  • Controls Evaluations
  • Risk Management Strategies
  • Compliance Reviews
  • Document Review
  • PowerPoint Presentations
  • Injury Investigations
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Legal Compliance
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Accident Prevention
  • Hazard Prevention
  • Basic First Aid
  • Law and Statute Compliance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Fire Prevention and Safety
  • Emergency Action Planning
  • Public Safety
  • Safety Audit Support
  • Compliance Training
  • Records Management
  • Database Management
  • Policy Development
  • Process Implementation

Timeline

Health and Safety Advisor

Bay Building Group ( Rochester Hospital )
07.2023 - Current

Health & Safety/QA Officer

Bedford Phoenix
01.2023 - 06.2023

Safety and Compliance Officer

Moira Shire Council
06.2022 - 01.2023

Frontline Worker

Northern Territory Government
05.2021 - 01.2022

Health and Safety Officer

MacDonnell Regional Council
04.2021 - 05.2021

Administrative Officer

Northern Territory Government
01.2020 - 12.2020

Return -

Trainwest

Certificate IV In Work Health And Safety Pinnacle Safety, Queensland - undefined

Bachelor Of Accounting - undefined

Charles Darwin University

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