Margaret Duma
Box ***
Boyle, Alberta
T0A 0M0
Attention: Human Resources
Letter of Interest: National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) Position
Please consider this as a Letter of Interest for a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) position
within your organization.
A well-trained and experienced NCSO is important for the growth and integrity of any organization. I am
confident that m y combined education and work experience of over 15 years in the construction industry,
and as a NCSO will be an asset to your organization. I am very passionate about health and safety, and I
strive to work in an injury-free workforce.
I am highly dedicated, motivated, and have the ability to work with minimal supervision. I look forward to
ongoing opportunities for personal and professional growth and hold the following tickets and
certifications:
NCSO
W orkplace Hazardous Material Information Sheet (WHMIS)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
H2S ALIVE
Pipeline Construction Training System (PCTS)
Construction Safety Training System (CSTS)
Tank Watch/Internal Tank Watch/Vessel Entry
Oil Sands Safety Association (OSSA)
First-Aid/CPR-C/AED
Class 5 Driver s license
A summary of my work experience includes:
EH&S Safety Specialist at United Safety
Safety Coordinator at H&S Oilfield
Paver/Operator at Ledcor Industries-Highway Division
Swamper/Laborer
Safety Watch/Fire Watch Laborer
Gas Field Operator
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume that details my qualifications and work experi ence. I
welcome the opportunity to schedule a personal interview with you to answer any questions you may
have.
You can contact me during the day or evenings at 780-***-**** (cell) or 780-***-**** (home).
Sincerely,
Margaret Duma
Attachment: Resume
Box 719 780-***-**** (Cell)
Boyle, Alberta 780-***-**** (Home)
T0A 0M0 abpvph@r.postjobfree.com (Email)
RESUME
Margaret Duma
Summary of Qualifications NCSO certified
Highway maintenance equipment operator
Quality Control-Production Testing in crushing division
Drilling and oilfield sector swamper/laborer
Certified gas plant operator, including pipefitting, mechanical repairs, chemical
handling, and testing
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry
September 2012-Present United Safety Airdrie, AB
Employment EH&S Specialist
Perform various safety roles in a wide arrangement of facilities ranging from
pipeline projects, plant turnaround, and construction
Conduct morning safety/toolbox meetings and provide on-site health and safety
advice to all personnel
Troubleshoot any areas of safety concern for future development and improvement
Collaborate with prime contractor s safety program, investigate workplace accidents
or illnesses and ensure preventative actions are identified and followed up
Document all accidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions, and perform on -
site safety and hazard assessments
February 2012-Present H & S Oilfield Lac La Biche, AB
Safety Coordinator
Conduct morning safety/toolbox meetings and provide on-site health and safety
advice to all personnel
Assist employees with routine paper work including hazard identifications and
inspections
Collaborate with prime contractor s safety program, investigate workplace accidents
or illnesses and ensure preventative actions are identified and followed up
Document all accidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions, and perform on-
site safety and hazard assessments
Conduct field inspections as required and ensure site compliance and training to
required procedures
Provide new-employee health and safety orientations
Track equipment for preventative maintenance and corrective action, inspect
equipment, ensure all safety equipment available is in working condition
Problem solving, critical thinking, strong organizational skills are required to actively
meet deadlines, computer use
File daily reports with employer
1996-2011 Ledcor Industries-Highway Division Edmonton, AB
Paver Operator (Seasonal)
Safely and efficiently operated Cedar Rapids pavers: CR662RM, 561, 461
Operated heavy equipment and compactors which included Dynapac steels:CC 50,
722, combo, rubbers, sheep foot, tractors/disc, grader
Maintained equipment integrity by performing daily maintenance on paving
equipment
Operated 2-way radio system when required
Trained and assisted new employees in various areas
Provided quality control/testing in crushing division that included
W orked independently and in team environment
Documented safety and hazard assessments
2010 (Winter) Calnash Trucking Lac La Biche, AB
Swamper/Laborer (Seasonal)
Swamper/Laborer for picker truck moving drilling rigs
Handled pipe, drilling, and rental equipment, and transfer of dangerous goods
Tied down and secured loads prior to transportation
Documented safety and hazard assessments
2008-2011 Alberta Pacific Pulp Mill Grassland, AB
Safety Watch/Fire Watch Laborer
Conducted safety and fire watch duties during annual mill shutdown
Internal tank watch training, fire extinguisher training, documentation
2007 (Winter) Ledcor Industries-Pipeline Division Edmonton, AB
Laborer/Tester
Labor on screw anchors crew, yard cleanup, work as oiler for hoe operators,
provided hydrostatic testing for pipelines
2003-2005 Sunrise Production Smoky Lake, AB
Gas Field Operator
Tested live sweet/sour gas wells for gas/oil/water production
Relief operator at sour gas facilities in northern Alberta
Provided pipefitting services and chemical injection of wells
Ensured accurate and detailed recordings of safety and production were maintained
and filed in a timely manner
Education 2012 Alberta Construction Safety Association Edmonton, AB
National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO)
2002 Keyano College Ft. McMurray, AB
Gas Field Operator
Tickets & Certifications NCSO
W orkplace Hazardous Material Information Sheet (WHMIS)
First-Aid/CPR-C/AED
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
H2S ALIVE
Flag person trainer
Pipeline Construction Training System (PCTS)
Construction Safety Training System (CSTS)
Tank Watch/Internal Tank Watch/Vessel Entry
Oil Sands Safety Association (OSSA)
Valid Class 5-Driver s license (abstract available upon request)
References Available upon request