1. Anthony Giesbrecht
166 Pheasant Place, Parksville, BC V9P 1M5
giesbrechtanthony@outlook.com • 250-927-7060
CAREER PROFILE
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Recent Graduate with demonstrated leadership strengths and proven ability to manage multiple
responsibilities in a fast-paced environment with critical deadlines. Professional experience in
residential and commercial construction, as well as surface and underground Mining Industry.
Well organised with attention to detail. Works well independently as well as collaboratively in a
team setting. Proven ability to ‘think outside the box’ in identifying problems and implementing
innovative solutions. Recognized for being reliable and dedicated well beyond my years.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
10 years’ professional experience in the construction industry
Health, Safety and Environmental Processes (CHSEP) Certificate
Construction Safety Officer Training (CSO)
Experienced in the Mining Industry: surface and underground
Sound knowledge of workplace industrial processes, equipment and technology
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Acts and Regulations
Proficient computer skills: MS Office, Internet, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point
High communication standards, attention to detail, and complex problem-solving skills
Experienced with proper handling of hazardous materials
Willing to travel, experience in camp environments
Class 7 BC Driver's License, clean driving record
Organized • Technically Savvy • Ethical • Reliable • Efficient • Ambitious
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mining Apprentice 02/2011 – 11/2012
Procon Mining and Tunneling. Dease Lake, BC
• Quickly recognized for my hard work ethic and ability to quickly learn new skills
• Safely operated heavy equipment underground /surface: Bobcat, Rock Truck, and Forklift
• Responsible for pre-trip/ post trip inspections of heavy equipment
• Became programmer for digishot electronic initiation systems, responsible for blasts
• Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical high stress situations
• Was known for my cleanliness and upkeep of workstations
• Shift work, 11 hours shifts
Construction Labourer 06/2009 – 01/2011
Hard Hammer Construction. Revelstoke, BC
• Gained a solid knowledge of construction processes
• Participated in framing, concrete work, finishing carpentry, drywall, siding, roofing and
pulling electrical cables
• Trained for using Hilti fastener systems
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued)
Heavy Equipment Swamper / Flagger 06/2008 – 05/2009
Ledcor Temporary Services. Fort McMurray, AB
• Operated surveying equipment, performed labour intensive assignments, supported crews
Seasonal Yard Hand 2005 –
2007
Travel Time RV World. West Kelowna, BC
• Summer Positon - Lead Lot Attendant for Recreational Vehicles.
• Washed vehicle and maintained large lot indoors/outdoors
• Worked in all-weather conditions, shift work, 12 hour shifts
EDUCATION
Health, Safety and Environmental Processes (CHSEP) Certificate 09/2015 – 07/2016
University of Fredericton
Construction Safety Officer Training 11/2015
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Civil Engineering
2003
Okanagan College. Kelowna, British Columbia
• Completed one year of 3 year civil engineering program
Grade 12 Graduate 09/1999 – 06/2003
Penticton High School. Penticton, BC
CERTIFICATION
WHMIS 11/2015
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Fast Track to Safety 10/2015
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Program included successful completion of:
• Confined Space Entry and Rescue / Fall Protection Rescue
• Train the Trainer level in Respiratory Protection/Fit Testing
• Hazardous Material Awareness / Ground Disturbance
• Hand Held Fire Extinguisher Training
Mine Rescue Training 012013
Procon Mining and Tunneling. Dease Lake, BC
Critical Passenger Transport 01/2013
Procon Mining and Tunneling. Dease Lake, BC
3. Hilti Fasteners Training 11/2008
Hilti Fastener Systems. Revelstoke, BC
References available upon request
