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CHERYL KAVANAGH RESUME
This resume is for Cheryl Kavanagh, an experienced Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) professional with over 20 years of experience in the oil and gas and construction industries. She has held HSE Manager roles for the past 6+ years and has comprehensive experience developing and implementing HSE programs, conducting audits and inspections, investigating incidents, and advising senior management on safety matters.
CHERYL KAVANAGH RESUME
- 1. Résume CHERYL KAVANAGH 78 DunlopWynd Leduc, AB T9E 0N3 (C) 780-340-6062 ckavanagh6068@gmail.com HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS • 20 years Health, Safety and Environmental experience • HSE Manager for last 6+ years • Experienced with oil and gas industry as well as the construction industry • Advisor to senior management on safety matters • Experienced as a change agent in the transition to a Zero Injury/Occupational Illness culture • Successfully completed five internal Safety Audits in order to maintain C.O.R. • Revamped entire HSE Manual to bring into compliance to attain C.O.R. • Competently Managed all WCB Claims including Workers on Modified Work • Monitored the effectiveness of HSE policies, programs and procedures and revised as applicable • Directed incident investigations, incident reporting requirements and corrective action plans • Travelled via lease roads to a wide range of remote areas of Alberta, Saskatchewan and BC • Provided leadership and coaching to all staff on all things safety • Working knowledge and understanding of current Federal and Provincial OH&S requirements • Good attention to detail and able to recognize discrepancies • Diligent in meeting deadlines and contribute to a positive, safe, high-quality culture • Friendly, outgoing and enjoy meeting and talking to new people EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND HSE Manager September 2013 – June 2016 TerraPro Inc. Managing the improvement and implementation of all things HSE including but not limited to: • Responsible for safety in Alberta and Saskatchewan in all areas regarding Matting, Transportation, Earthworks, Ground Screws and Surface rentals • Responsible for the safety working processes and procedures as per the OH&S regulations and industry best practices • Implemented a Safety Management System for online compliance and excellence • Represented TerraPro in client/consultant meetings related to HS&E • Provided support for the purchase and distribution of PPE and safety supplies • Produced Safety Bulletins and Safety Alerts • Effectively collected and managed statistic collection and analyzed results to ensure compliance and mitigation of incidents and accidents
- 2. CHERYL KAVANAGH 78 DunlopWynd Leduc, AB T9E 0N3 (C) 780-340-6062 ckavanagh6068@gmail.com • Managed training and development strategiesConducted site inspections and assigned corrective actions as applicable with inspection requirements and deficiencies • Set up and monitored Modified Work duties for injured workers (working knowledge of WCB Claims Management Systems) • Challenged questionable disability claims by thorough review of background and medical information provided, initiating third party intervention, and representing TerraPro at follow up meetings and court proceedings. • Completed action plans relating to internal or external audit / inspection requirements and deficiencies • Responsible for inputting accurate and current data in the ISNetworld, Complyworks, PICS data management systems • Assured 3rd . party training programs were scheduled and tracked for employees and supervisors to ensure they kept current in their training • Responsible for training and coaching of HSE Advisor • Kept current with and constantly upgraded safety information and industry best practices • Conducted incident investigations, incident reporting requirements and corrective action plans • Conducted one–on-one new hire orientations • Completed Hazard Assessments on equipment modifications • Travelled to all worksites for Job observations, site and equipment audits and coaching where needed • Worked with TerraPro Management to encourage a safety culture and bring the company to a new standard in excellence • Facilitated monthly Safety Meetings • Developed hazard assessments and procedures and safe work practices • Educated and coached employees to make smart and safe decisions • Maintained and upgraded my education and life learning skills Health and Safety Manager August 2010 – August 2013 Strad Energy • Responsible for safety in all areas including Fr. St. John, Grande Prairie, Alberta and Saskatchewan regarding matting, transportation and surface rentals • Responsible for Behaviour Based Safety in-house training for 300-400 employees • Developed safe work procedures and practices • Worked with all levels of management and employees to promote the company’s HSE programs to achieve HSE goals and objectives of a company-wide safety culture • Set up and monitored Modified Work duties for injured workers (working knowledge of WCB Claims Management Systems) • Monitored the effectiveness of HSE policies, programs and procedures • Conducted incident investigations, incident reporting requirements and corrective action plans • Ensured timely, accurate and thorough HSE reporting to all levels of management • Travelled via lease roads to a wide range of remote areas of Alberta and BC
- 3. CHERYL KAVANAGH 78 DunlopWynd Leduc, AB T9E 0N3 (C) 780-340-6062 ckavanagh6068@gmail.com • Managed branches at Nisku, Elk Point and Whitecourt for matting, transportation, and surface rentals • Supported the continuous improvement of a strong safety culture Health and Safety Coordinator July 1997 – May 2010 Westcamp Catering (1997) / Wellco Energy(2005) / Peak Energy(2008) (companies merged) • Responsible for the health and safety of 40+ camps consisting of 3+ staff each and larger camps consisting of 20 staff. • Responsible for field safety for a Fluids Division in Leduc and Ft. McMurray Syncrude site, the equipment service division, waste water, surface rentals divisions, and also shop and general office staff in those areas, as well as the Grocery warehouse and Administrative office in Acheson • Liaise with supervisors, managers, governmental agencies (i.e.: Capital Health, TDG, Worksafe BC), outside agencies, contractors, suppliers, oil field consultants and their HSE team regarding safety issues, operational issues and personnel concerns • Set up and monitored Modified Work duties for injured workers (working knowledge of WCB Claims Management Systems) • Completed action plans relating to any internal or external audit / inspection requirements and deficiencies • Provide technical advice and support to management regarding applicable rules and regulations • Verified that work instructions (safe work procedures) are current and updated as the job scope changes • Worked with all levels of management and employees to promote the company’s HSE programs to achieve HSE goals and objectives of a company-wide safety culture • Worked within current SMS (Safety Management System) to implement and improve existing functionality across global offices using the BBS System • Travelled to all sites observing and coaching on job safety issues, facilitating fire drills, conducting safety meetings, pre-job safety meetings and/or JSA's • Audited the quality of the field level hazard assessment cards, hazard identification forms and incident investigation reports for accuracy and completeness. • Actively pursued opportunities in HSE to improve the company’s HSE performance • Assured outside training programs were scheduled and tracked for employees and supervisors to ensure they kept current in their training • Conducted incident analysis to identify incident trends • Monitored corrective actions determined from audits, inspections, etc. • Conducted site inspections and assigned corrective actions as applicable with inspection requirements and deficiencies • Provided feedback to management relative to job site compliance • Observed personnel and operations for possible safety concerns through job observations
- 4. CHERYL KAVANAGH 78 DunlopWynd Leduc, AB T9E 0N3 (C) 780-340-6062 ckavanagh6068@gmail.com • Investigated incidents involving people, property, vehicles and chemical spills • Completed formal regulatory reports to Alberta Environment and TDG Government Departments and customers for any chemical spills • Created procedures for distribution to staff as part of their safety program • Conducted safety orientations for new staff • Facilitated safety meetings and coached staff in presenting at meetings • Worked as Payroll and Accounts Payable Clerk / HSE Coordinator 1997 - 2005 • Liaised with head office accounting manager • Managed A/R and A/P assistants and ensure accuracy and monthly reporting • Worked as Office Manager for 40 personnel EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION • Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety 2010 University of Alberta Edmonton, AB • Certificate in Computer Accounting 1996 NAIT Edmonton, AB • Member of CSSE Since 2006 Edmonton Chapter • Technical Certificates in the following: ü Incident & Accident Investigation ü Taproot Investigation ü Fall Protection ü Travel Restraint ü General Oilfield Driver Improvement ü Overhead Crane Operator’s Course ü Basic Rigging Safety Course ü Wheel Loader Training ü H2S Alive ü Company Specific TDG ü Company Specific WHMIS ü Standard First Aid Level “C” CPR ü CSTS ü PST ü PCST ü OSSA Orientation ü ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) ü Wildlife Training ü National Food Safety Training Program ü Behaviour Based Safety Trainer ü Fork Lift Trainer ü HOS, Pre/Post inspection, Cargo Securement ü Ground Disturbance Level I ü LSE (Leadership for Safety Excellence) ü Many Client On-line Orientations References Available on Request