SANDEEP SINGH PURBA
Brampton, ON, L6R 3K5.
T: (647) 786 - 2082
adcoqs@r.postjobfree.com
CAREER SUMMARY
An ambassador and proven leader of Occupational Health, Safety & Wellness with broad experience in large national and international organizations operating in the construction, food and manufacturing sectors. A strategic business partner grounded to Health, Safety, HR and Business Operations with extensive knowledge of all Provincial legislative requirements across Canada. A successful track record with Claims Management decreases in severity/frequency and national rebate returns contributing positively to the bottom line. Believing in a collaborative approach and the ability to influence all levels across an organization.
• Highly-Motivated, Critical Thinking, Personable Health & Safety professional with over 7 years of experience in Construction, Oil & Gas, Food Industry and manufacturing environment
• Implemented a work safety program which resulted in a 15% reduction of the work-related injuries
related to cuts, lacerations, and musculoskeletal disorders
• Experience with Health and Safety Policy, WSIB, claims management Easy and Safe Return to Work programs, training, safety audits, hazards & risks assessments, and Accident investigations
EDUCATION
B.A.Sc. in Public and Occupation Health and Safety
Ryerson University - Toronto, ON September 2008 to April 2013
Occupational Health and Safety ©
Ryerson University - Toronto, ON September 2012 to April 2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Health and Safety Manager
Metro Infrastructure Inc - Brampton, February 2018 to October 2019
Lead a team supporting the development and implementation of construction industry Prevention programs that drive improvements in health and safety across the company.
Worked with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for effective Prevention programs.
Developed project plans to include prevention objectives, statutory obligations, and ongoing integration into field operations while working within the designated budget.
Represented the Metro Infrastructure and Division stakeholder committees, with the construction safety associations and interest groups in relation to key Prevention programs.
Participated as a Co-Chair of the Commercial Industrial Services Advisory Committee at WSPS. Provided input into Health and Safety Regulations and Board Policies, as needed.
Regional Health and Safety Manager
Compass Group Canada - Greater Toronto Area, March 2015 to January 2018
Sector wide lead in all Health & Safety programs, developed procedures and training, and managed external third-party audits to ensure compliance with applicable Acts, regulations and recognized industry standards.
Provided strategic safety advice, reports and briefs to executives, business partners and front-line managers in the areas of health & safety and ergonomics.
Ensure compliance with the applicable Health and Safety Act & Regulation requirements for four hundred units employing approximately 1000 unionized and non-unionized employees.
Responsible for Health & Safety programs, including development, adaptation and implementation of policies and procedures, WSIB claims management, ESRTW program, Emergency procedures, training and development in health & safety, Environmental Management System (ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001), Safety audits, hazards & risks assessments, WHMIS program, Accident investigations and JHSC
Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Coordinator
Compass Group Canada – Fort McMurray, April 2014 to February 2015
Developed and lead weekly QA, Health & Safety and Environment audit program to be implemented in all remote campsites for the housekeeping, kitchen and the roads & grounds staff
Introduced effective measures to increase the quality of a Field Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA) in remote environment via a presentation and a FLHA tracking tool.
Implemented detailed incident log incorporating both occupational and non-occupational injuries which helped keeping a track of injuries in each quarter including a corrective action log for tracking
Responsible for leading the COR audit and ensuring the campsite is always audit ready at all times
Health & Safety and RTW Coordinator
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Canada Aerospace May 2013 to April 2014
Aircraft Assembly/ Manufacturing plant, Logistics Centre
Ensure compliance with the applicable Safety Act & Regulation requirements for two facilities employing approximately 750 nonunionized employees.
Collaborate with senior executive management and JHSC in the design, development and implementation of Health and Safety programs, processes and policies
Identify contentious issues to senior management by providing weekly injury/ incident trend analysis and regular safety updates and recommend corrective action plans to reach compliance
ADDITIONAL COURSES/ CERTIFICATIONS
Completion of OSHA 132-hour General Industry program and OSHA 233-hour Oil and Gas and Health professional program
Certified Mental Health First Aider from Saint John’s Ambulance
Working towards CRSP designation actively
Certified in Incident Management System and Construction Safety Training System
OHSA certified Fall Protection Training, Lift Truck Operator Training and Elevated Work Platform Training and JHSC Part 1& 2 certified
Computer proficient: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Fluent in English, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION
Successfully achieved Nation Construction Safety Officer certification (NCSO)
Successfully achieved internal COR Auditor Certification
Certified Red Cross First Aid-CPR-BLS Trainer
REFERENCES
Available upon request.