Charlene Donald
Napier,Napier
Summary
Dynamic health and safety leader with extensive experience at WorkSafe New Zealand, adept at human-centered design and delivering pragmatic solutions. Proven track record in enhancing safety standards and implementing strategic initiatives, including risk assessment for quarry operations. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, adult learner needs and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Safety Capability & Projects Manager
Winstone Aggregates, Fletcher Building
07.2024 - Current
- Lead risk assessment, development, and implementation of principal hazard management plans for quarry operations.
- CAPEX for laboratory equipment.
- Fixed processing plant training plans to achieve a consistent, site-specific standard across quarry sites.
- Assess and implement worker health controls, including silica dust.
- Manage the driver training team for road haulage and mobile plant fleet.
Team Leader Quarries, High Hazards Unit
WorkSafe New Zealand
09.2018 - Current
- Lead a team of four Quarry inspectors to deliver risk-based site inspections and assessments across New Zealand
- Identify areas and solutions for health and safety improvement in the extractives industry and part of various projects from concept to implementation phases, established quarry database, mobile plant project, development of eight microlearning modules for workers, online blasting notification form, tracking and supporting the Certificate of Competence, and established training forums to address and facilitate change for adult learners in the industry.
- Member of the Worksafe leadership development team, setting attributes and establishing training pathways for current and future leaders.
Deputy Chief Inspector Extractives (acting)
WorkSafe New Zealand
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Business planning
- Managing inspectors
- Substantive role Principal Inspector Quarries
Delivery Lead Thriving Infrastructure, Innovation Team (secondment Role)
WorkSafe NZ
03.2023 - 01.2024
- This was a proof-of-concept project funded by MBIE Construction Sector Accord and WorkSafe
- Applying mission-orientated innovation and building a diverse and decentralised community of 89 infrastructure change makers to form missions and conduct small experiments in service of a thriving infrastructure
- Outputs included eight active experiment groups, Thriving Infrastructure NZ (framer.ai) website, and delivery of four in person workshops and site visits
- In addition to the project, facilitating the progress for sub surface standard.
Specialist Inspector with High Hazards Unit – Extractives (Mines, Tunnels, Quarries)
WorkSafe New Zealand
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Responsible for completing inspections, reports, enforcement action and follow up on compliance
- Notable achievements: Quarry management certificates, Established a risk assessment model for quarry operations to inform inspection frequency based on inherent risk.
General Health and Safety Inspector
WorkSafe New Zealand
01.2014 - 01.2015
- A proactive general inspector role covering all industries designed to engage and educate as well as complete site inspections and respond to incidents
- Notable achievements: WorkSafe Band 16 Health & Safety Inspector, Hazardous Substances Warrant, Presentations to industry stakeholders and workshops.
Regional Advisor, Safety, Quality, Training and Environment
Fulton Hogan
East Coast Region
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Provided strategic advice to promote initiatives ensuring safe work environments for staff and subcontractors.
- Maintained compliance with ASNZS4801 Health and Safety System and ASNZ 9001 Quality Management System.
- Managed Regional Quality Systems to uphold standards across operations.
- Led recruitment initiatives for Engineering and Operational Staff to strengthen team capabilities.
- Facilitated compulsory technical and professional development training for all staff members.
- Educated staff on environmental standards while conducting regular audits.
- Managed ACC case audits under tertiary partnership, ensuring effective compliance.
- Developed wellness program addressing workplace injuries, achieving highest staff completion of industry training qualifications.
Education
National Certificate in Extractives Industry, Level 5 -
MITO
12.2018
National Certificate in Adult Literacy & Numeracy Education, Level 5 -
Tumanako Enterprize Ltd
12.2011
Diploma in Health & Safety Management, Level 6 -
New Zealand Institute of Management
12.2009
National Certificate in Adult Education & Training, Training and Assessment, Level 4
12.2006
Graduate Diploma in Management Systems -
Waikato University
12.2002
New Zealand Army Regular Force Commissioning Course -
Officer Cadet School, Waiouru
12.1994
New Zealand Army Territorial Force Commissioning Course -
Officer Cadet School, Waiouru
12.1994
Skills
- Human centered design
- Collaboratively lead the development of strategic initiatives, and successfully deliver operational outcomes
- Deliver pragmatic solutions that are structured and systematic
Special Achievements
- 1994: Charles Upham Sword of Honour – New Zealand Army
- 2008 & 2009: Triathlon World Age Group Champs
- 2008: Triathlon Contact Series National Age Group Winner
Community Contribution
- Eastland Helicopter Trust Board, 2018-01-01, 2020-12-31
- School Parent Teacher Association
- Chairperson Napier Aqua Hawks Swimming Club, 2022-05-01, present
- Chairperson Women in Quarrying IOQ NZ
Professional Development
- 2023-01-01, Te Ahu
- Te Reo Maori course, Te Toka Turoa, Kauwaka
- 2019-01-01, Occupational Health in the mining and minerals processing industries
- 2018-01-01, Safe and Efficient Blasting
- 2016-01-01, G2, G3 and G7 Risk Management Courses
- 2016-01-01, Project Management, Auckland University short course
- Logistics Operations – 3-month course
References
- Anita Varga, 0274781675, Fulton Hogan Limited, Tauranga
- Paul Hunt, 0274723851, WorkSafe, Hamilton
Hobbies and Interests
Running, reading, gardening, and outdoor sports
Timeline
Health and Safety Capability & Projects Manager
Winstone Aggregates, Fletcher Building
07.2024 - Current
Deputy Chief Inspector Extractives (acting)
WorkSafe New Zealand
02.2024 - 07.2025
Delivery Lead Thriving Infrastructure, Innovation Team (secondment Role)
WorkSafe NZ
03.2023 - 01.2024
Team Leader Quarries, High Hazards Unit
WorkSafe New Zealand
09.2018 - Current
Specialist Inspector with High Hazards Unit – Extractives (Mines, Tunnels, Quarries)
WorkSafe New Zealand
01.2015 - 01.2018
General Health and Safety Inspector
WorkSafe New Zealand
01.2014 - 01.2015
Regional Advisor, Safety, Quality, Training and Environment
Fulton Hogan
01.2006 - 01.2014
National Certificate in Extractives Industry, Level 5 -
MITO
National Certificate in Adult Literacy & Numeracy Education, Level 5 -
Tumanako Enterprize Ltd
Diploma in Health & Safety Management, Level 6 -
New Zealand Institute of Management
National Certificate in Adult Education & Training, Training and Assessment, Level 4
Graduate Diploma in Management Systems -
Waikato University
New Zealand Army Regular Force Commissioning Course -
Officer Cadet School, Waiouru
New Zealand Army Territorial Force Commissioning Course -
Officer Cadet School, Waiouru
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