Richard Gonzales
Health, Safety And Environmental Professional
Dubai
Summary
Focused Health and Safety Manager bringing 18 years of comprehensive experience minimizing health and safety hazards in military construction by developing and implementing successful health programs. Hardworking professional commended for consistently evaluating current processes to confirm adherence to prescribed laws, standards and company goals. Growth-oriented team player possessing excellent technical and managerial abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Corporate HSE Manager
MVL
Dubai
08.2021 - Current
- Trained staff and contractors on company procedures and OSHA and EPA requirements such as blood borne pathogens, respiratory protection and waste management.
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for 1000 plus employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
- Conducted job safety analysis and personal protective equipment analysis to identify hazards for elimination and select proper safety equipment to protect employees from hazards of job.
- Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace and developed programs and processes to mitigate [Type] workplace hazards.
- Implemented drug-free workplace plan to reduce worker's compensation premiums [Number]%.
- Guided, wrote and revised various health and safety management manuals with [Software].
- Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management to increase hazard awareness [Number]%.
- Planned, implemented and evaluated safety goals and objectives for entire [Type] facility.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Interpreted test data to determine whether contamination existed in accordance with environmental laws.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Determined nature of code violations and issued written notices of violation.
- Directed post-accident investigations and prepared reports to identify possible accident causes and hazards.
- Assisted with development of health and safety plans for hazardous materials.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
HSE Manager
MVL
Dubai
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Planned, implemented and evaluated safety goals and objectives for entire project.
- Guided, wrote and revised various health and safety management manuals.
- Directed post-accident investigations and prepared reports to identify possible accident causes and hazards.
- Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management to increase hazard awareness [Number]%.
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for [Number] employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
- Determined nature of code violations and issued written notices of violation.
- Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace and developed programs and processes to mitigate [Type] workplace hazards.
- Trained staff and contractors on company procedures and OSHA and EPA requirements such as blood borne pathogens, respiratory protection and waste management.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Conducted job safety analysis and personal protective equipment analysis to identify hazards for elimination and select proper safety equipment to protect employees from hazards of job.
- Implemented drug-free workplace plan to reduce worker's compensation premiums [Number]%.
HSE Officer
Trevi Spa Mosul dam Project
Mosul
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepared and implemented health and safety plans to protect employees and materials for construction projects.
- Used [Software] to create and submit reports of inspections, investigations and follow-up actions.
- Communicated safety and environmental training material to employees and coached individuals on safety regulations and compliance.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by [Number]%.
- Reviewed work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance and safety.
- Evaluated patient care and initiated procedural changes for increased benefit.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
Project HSE Manager
MVL
Kabul
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Education
Master of Science - Level 7 International Post Grad, Environmental Man
OTHM-Bright Training Cener
Dubai, UAE 04.2022 - 04.2023
Level 6 International Diploma in Safety Engineerin - Safety Engineering
TMC-Proftech
Dubai, UAE 06.2020 - 06.2021
Diploma in Forensic And Criminal Psychology - Psychology
Centre of Excellence
Online 01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - BS Criminology
Lake Lanao College
Iligan Philippines 06.2010 - 03.2014
Associate of Science - Basic Military Emergency Management Specialits
FEMA
USA 11.2022 - 02.2023
Skills
Compliance inspections
Certification
233 Hours Oil and Gas Professional
Timeline
30-Hour OSHA Construction
12-2023
ISO 45001 Lead Auditor (Occupational Safety and Health)
08-2023
HSE Manager
MVL
03.2023 - 08.2023
120-Hours Safety Professional
01-2023
Associate of Science - Basic Military Emergency Management Specialits
FEMA
11.2022 - 02.2023
ECATTS
10-2022
BCSP-Transitional Safety Practitioner
10-2022
GradIosh
10-2022
Master of Science - Level 7 International Post Grad, Environmental Man
OTHM-Bright Training Cener
04.2022 - 04.2023
Corporate HSE Manager
MVL
08.2021 - Current
40-Hour EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety and Health
08-2020
Level 6 International Diploma in Safety Engineerin - Safety Engineering
TMC-Proftech
06.2020 - 06.2021
Diploma in Forensic And Criminal Psychology - Psychology
Centre of Excellence
01.2019 - 01.2020
HSE Officer
Trevi Spa Mosul dam Project
03.2017 - 03.2018
Project HSE Manager
MVL
12.2015 - 11.2016
OSHAS 18001:2007, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor
05-2015
233 Hours Oil and Gas Professional
03-2015
National NEBOSH-International Diploma in Environmental Management ( underboard)
01-2014
NEBOSH General Certificate
05-2011
Bachelor of Science - BS Criminology
Lake Lanao College
06.2010 - 03.2014
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