High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health.
Hi, I’m
Olivia Du Plooy
Safety Professional
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
4
Certification
Work History
Umpheme Development (Pty) LtdDurban, South Africa
Safety Manager
02.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Trained 200 employees in most current regulations and practices in effort to prevent mishaps and promote overall safety.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Inspected 12 job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
- Facilitated training for 200 employees.
- Developed and implemented company procedures that effectively reduced job site accidents by 80%
- Addressed non-compliance issues and employees with management and suggested remediation.
- Reduced worker's compensation premiums through risk assessments and safe work procedures.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes and materials.
- Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviours and procedures.
- Optimized new employee training on gear and procedures to maximize team safety.
- Evaluated workplace conformance with ISO standards and regulations, implementing immediate strategies to resolve deficiencies.
Self EmployedDurban, South Africa
Full Impact Safety, Safety Consultant
01.2013 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Inspected 12 worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
- Implemented safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which bolstered improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
- Wrote, coordinated and delivered mass educational briefings focused on occupational accident trends and prevention.
- Provided instructions to 300 staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations.
- Streamlined and directed occupational safety trend and current hazards analyses.
- Developed safety policies and procedures to be used at medical facilities.
- Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Performed as safety consultant for various site Project Managers to deliver expertise in safety criteria, technical directives and operational methods.
- Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
- Helped probation and pretrial services officers carry out investigation and supervision duties, providing assistance and technical support in variety of areas.
Construction SolutionsDurban, South Africa
Safety Officer/ HR Manager
01.2010 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Oversaw legal compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations in addition to compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Recommended, initiated and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation, and employment postings, hiring proposals and new hire onboarding.
- Managed staff of 80-100 employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits, and salary administration.
- Implemented standardized programs and policies, driving smooth operations, employee retention and engagement.
- Advised decision-makers and board members on complex and confidential matters ranging from performance management to employee relations issues.
- Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity.
Murray & RobertsDurban, South Africa
HR Clerk/ Safety Officer
01.2007 - 04.2009
Job overview
- Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management
- Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources
- Delivered consultative services and recruited qualified and diversified candidates for employment
- Maintained work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for positions
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates
- Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing and position management practices
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems and interpret compensation and benefits policies
- Implemented quality control initiatives to reduce downtime and increase revenue
- Fielded 150 employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance
- Improved customer service rankings by quickly resolving issues to improve overall satisfaction
Goss & Balfe (Pty) Ltd
Safety Representative / QC Clerk
01.2005 - 04.2007
Job overview
- Developed safety and occupational safety training programs to comply with state and federal regulations, industry standards and organizational guidelines
- Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures
- Collaborated with OSHA and regulatory agencies to discuss citations, accidents and claims to discuss corrective action plans
- Provided safety equipment such as gloves, safety boots and hi-vis vests for employees to prevent injury
- Monitored 15 subcontractor's adherence to site safety management plan and issued written warnings for nonconformance
- Examined credentials, licenses and permits for compliance with licensing requirements
- Gathered information, prepared reports and drafted correspondence related to cases
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations
- Recommended measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes and materials
BoE Life AssuranceDurban, South Africa
Data Clerk
01.2005 - 05.2005
Job overview
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Murray & Roberts MEIDurban, South Africa
Document Controller
01.2003 - 11.2004
Job overview
- Proofread filenames, titles and submittal details to streamline submittal and avoid rejection
- Provided support for document controls and worked with contract documents
- Established and managed document distribution matrix and document control register
- Carefully reviewed all documents and reports for completeness and accuracy
- Monitored due dates and deadlines and worked to submit all documents on time or early
- Allocated unique document numbers to internal documents and incoming external documents and tracked in database
- Used Adobe Acrobat, Blue Beam and ProjectWise for document management and enhancements
- Pitched in to assist various departments with special projects and tasks
- Provided leadership vision, direction and development of multiple complex and high-priority contracts between company and business partners
- Worked with internal staff to process documents and sent for closing
- Modified and maintained tools to support operations and business process creation using Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, Excel and Access capabilities
South African Navy
Telecommunications Specialist
01.1995 - 05.2001
Job overview
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
SHEILDSUNITED KINGDOM
NEBOSH IGC1 from Occupational Health And Safety
01.2021
University Overview
- Completed professional development in National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
CPD Management & ConsultingSouth Africa
Construction & Engineering Risk Management Certificate from Risk Management
06.2020
University Overview
- Continuing education in Risk Management
ISTEC TrainingSouth Africa
SHEQ IMS AUDITORS Training Course from Auditing
10.2019
University Overview
- Completed professional development in ISO standards:
- ISO9001:2015 QMS
- ISO14001:2015 EMS
- ISO45001:2018 RISKM
- ISO19011: AUDITORS
THINK 360Durban, South Africa
Certificate III from Microsoft Programme
07.2019
University Overview
- Completed professional development in Microsoft Access 2016 Level 1-3
SACPCMPDurban, National
Council Registration from Health And Safety
02.2019
University Overview
- Registered Member of SACPCMP - Construction Health & Safety Manager.
- Professional development completed in Occupational Health and Safety
PROHASDurban, South Africa
Certificate IV from Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment (HIRA)
04.2016
University Overview
- Completed professional development in Conduct a continuous risk assessment in the workplace (NQF Level 03).
Abasunguli Training Specialists
Certificate IV from Assessor
2010
University Overview
- Completed professional development in Conduct outcomes-based assessment NQF Level 5
Varsity College
Diploma from Human Resource Management And Training
09.2008
University Overview
Learning Programme through School of Business and Technology
NOSA
Certificate IV from Health And Safety
08.2008
University Overview
- Completed professional development in Occupational Health and Safety. NQF Level 6
Hi-Tech Computer College
Certificate from Business Administration
2004
University Overview
Skills
- Policy Development
- Auditing Safety Processes
- Incident Reporting
- Training Program Development
- Maintaining Safety Rules
- Performance Management
- Health and Safety Leadership
- Risk Identification
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Accident Investigations
- OSHA Rule Enforcement
- Site Investigations
- Investigative Auditing
- Hazard Awareness
- Occupational Disease
- Compliance Issues
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 200 staff members.
- Championed COVID-19 Awareness programme
Affiliations
Affiliations
SACPCMP
SAIOSH
NZISM
Certification
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- NEBOSH
- Certified Practitioner, NZISM - 2023
- Health and Safety Construction Manager - SACPCMP (5 years)
- SAIOSH Technical Member - 9 years
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References
References
Mrs Tanya Anthony
Project Manager
Umpheme Development (Pty) Ltd
+27 (82) 821 4509
tanyaa@umpheme.co.za
Mr. Mondli Msomi
Director
Amajoka Consultancy
+27 (73) 307 3717
amajokam@gmail.com
Mr. Glenn Du Plooy
Director
Full Impact Safety Consulting
+27 (84) 465 5739
Glen.DuPlooy@durban.gov.za
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Timeline
Safety Manager
Umpheme Development (Pty) Ltd
02.2017 - Current
Full Impact Safety, Safety Consultant
Self Employed
01.2013 - 01.2017
Safety Officer/ HR Manager
Construction Solutions
01.2010 - 05.2013
HR Clerk/ Safety Officer
Murray & Roberts
01.2007 - 04.2009
Safety Representative / QC Clerk
Goss & Balfe (Pty) Ltd
01.2005 - 04.2007
Data Clerk
BoE Life Assurance
01.2005 - 05.2005
Document Controller
Murray & Roberts MEI
01.2003 - 11.2004
Telecommunications Specialist
South African Navy
01.1995 - 05.2001
SHEILDS
NEBOSH IGC1 from Occupational Health And Safety
CPD Management & Consulting
Construction & Engineering Risk Management Certificate from Risk Management
ISTEC Training
SHEQ IMS AUDITORS Training Course from Auditing
THINK 360
Certificate III from Microsoft Programme
SACPCMP
Council Registration from Health And Safety
PROHAS
Certificate IV from Hazard Identification And Risk Assessment (HIRA)
Abasunguli Training Specialists
Certificate IV from Assessor
Varsity College
Diploma from Human Resource Management And Training
NOSA
Certificate IV from Health And Safety
Hi-Tech Computer College
Certificate from Business Administration
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