Jacob Burns
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
A highly skilled Health and Safety professional with over 16 years of experience in the construction industry, specializing in commercial construction. Expertise in managing health and safety audits, documentation, policy creation, and site inspections, with a strong focus on compliance and training.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER
Laser Electrical
Auckland
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Led the development and implementation of health and safety procedures across multiple projects within Laser Electrical and Laser Plumbing
- Managed company-wide health and safety compliance, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
- Oversaw the health and safety training and upskilling of staff, fostering a culture of safety.
- Conducted site audits and incident investigations to identify and resolve potential hazards.
PROJECT MANAGER / HEALTH AND SAFETY LEAD
JDK Maintenance LTD
Auckland
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed the delivery of commercial projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards were met.
- Responsible for all health and safety matters within the company, including pre-qualification, compliance checks, and contractor documentation reviews.
- Regularly reviewed company accident/incident reports, taking appropriate action to minimize risks and improve workplace safety.
HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR
Watershed Consultants
Auckland
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Provided consultancy services to Ministry of Education projects, reviewing health and safety documentation at the tender stage and throughout the construction process.
- Conducted site audits and reviewed permits to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures, including asbestos management plans.
- Delivered seminars and training sessions to staff, improving overall safety awareness.
BUILDING APPRENTICE/SITE HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR
Savory Construction
Auckland
01.2009 - 09.2019
- Transitioned from building apprenticeship to health and safety advisor on site, responsible for overseeing subcontractors.
- Conducted health and safety audits and reviews of safety documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Played a key role in ensuring the health and safety of all personnel on-site through regular audits and proactive safety management.
- Shifted to safety advisor role.
Skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Construction Safety Regulations
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Site Audits and Inspections
- Contractor Management
- Incident Investigation and Reporting
- Health and Safety Training
- Project Management
- Asbestos Management
Certification
- ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY SUPERVISOR
- HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE
- NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICE (LEVEL 4)
Timeline
HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGER
Laser Electrical
07.2024 - 08.2025
PROJECT MANAGER / HEALTH AND SAFETY LEAD
JDK Maintenance LTD
03.2022 - 06.2024
HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR
Watershed Consultants
10.2019 - 03.2021
BUILDING APPRENTICE/SITE HEALTH AND SAFETY ADVISOR
Savory Construction
01.2009 - 09.2019