Safety Manager

JAMES NICHOLS

Arlington, TX

512-***-**** ****************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/james-nichols-091aa9105 HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL EXECUTIVE

A results-driven, goal-oriented Safety Director respected for 10+ years of experience developing, directing and optimizing innovative health, safety and environmental strategies/programs for industry leaders. Proven track record of investigating and recording incidents to accurately determine root causes and provide statistical information for continued enhancement. Known for facilitating strict compliance with occupational health and safety guidelines while delivering exceptional advice on key operational measures. Out-of-the-box, visionary thinker committed to driving continuous improvements in hazard management, risk elimination and regulatory compliance to create a culture of safety.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Safety Director 2020

IM Services Group, LLC: Boise, ID

Provided effective, proactive direction, management and leadership consistent with the company safety program, directly supervising solar farm, wind farm and pipeline projects to ensure strict adherence to all federal, state and local laws, OSHA regulations, rules and codes.

Conducted periodic safety audits, inspections and stand-downs to address safety issues and reinforce hazard control systems, policies and procedures with key changes to eliminate workplace accidents/injuries.

Planned, directed and implemented the company’s safety program to build and sustain a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment.

Offered recommendations and assistance to project managers and superintendents regarding job site hazards, employee training, new/safe equipment operation and safe material, significantly decreasing incidents.

Coordinated and integrated engaging programs to train managers and employees in worksite safety practices, safe equipment operating techniques and fire prevention for job sites.

Reduced the EMR/experience modification rate, resulting in a decrease in the cost of workers' compensation insurance premiums.

Identified a critical tool theft issue and designed/integrated an innovative strategy for tracking tools using an IR scanning system to enhance equipment accountability.

Analyzed and altered the new hire orientation process and new hire training to add in specific task training, greatly improving employee safety.

Regional Safety Manager 2016 – 2020

Walker Industrial: Dallas, TX

Supported the safety director in leading and implementing key corporate safety policies, offering extensive safety oversight on a number of complex projects nationwide. Including Data Centers for Google, Microsoft, Amazon and Erickson.

Delivered exceptional mentorship and leadership to safety coordinators and field safety personnel to drive top performance.

Assessed and identified vital training needs and developed strategic training curriculum to offer training company-wide as needed.

Oversaw sub-contractors and vendors while monitoring for maximized productivity and efficiency.

Assisted with the execution of thorough incident investigations and recommended strategic follow-up resolution to assure optimal success.

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

Safety Leadership

Emergency Response

Hazard Management

Investigations/Analysis

Report Generation

Regulatory Compliance

Root Cause Identification

Training/Development

Team Leadership/Mentoring

Program Development

Project Management

Risk Mitigation

Evacuations

James Nichols, Resume – Page 2-512-***-**** ****************@*****.*** HSE Coordinator 2016

Superior Construction Services: Italy, TX

Identified and evaluated hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace, conducting and coordinating onsite inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices while providing advice and counseling for all compliance regulations.

Aided in developing controls for identified hazards, coordinating the implementation of effective controls from extensive hazard analysis.

Measured and evaluated the effectiveness of the hazard control system, policies and procedures and recommended key changes reflecting improved opportunities to eliminate workplace accidents and injuries.

Coordinated with the environmental manager on the development and implementation of relevant Haz-Mat procedures and policies to optimize workplace safety. HSE Specialist 2012 – 2015

BHP Billiton Petroleum: Houston, TX

Acted as subject matter resource for the drilling manager, superintendents and well supervisors during drilling operations with contribution to pre-tour meetings and toolbox talks.

Supported well-site health, safety and environmental programs at six operational drilling sites, collaborating closely with the drilling/completions manager, the contract drilling company and onsite personnel to reduce risk.

Provided full HSE support to construction crews during production pad site-building and installation of ground conductors.

Facilitated safety meetings and oversaw all HSE, safety leadership and hazard management training at drill sites with a focus on analyzing key trends and compiling detailed reports for corporate management. Special Investigative Unit Investigator 2007 – 2012 Spectrum Investigations: Arlington, TX

Interviewed and consulted with medical specialists, industry experts, agents, witnesses and claimants to gather case information, carefully documenting evidence to support cases during court settlement and arbitration proceedings.

Determined insurance company liability on worker’s comp, fatality and dismemberment claims for oil and gas operations by conducting in-depth investigations of loss/damage in six states.

Conducted 200+ investigations in oil and gas industry-related incidents at drilling, completions and work-over rig sites, petroleum plants, construction yards and all manner of roadways and made safety recommendations to high-profile insurance companies such as Liberty Mutual, AIG and Travelers.

Selected to train new investigators in all facets of operations at rig and completion sites in recognition of broad and in-depth expertise in oil and gas HSE operations. Additional Experience: Assistant Branch Manager, Southwest Funding Police Officer, Red Oak Police Department Police Officer, Desoto Police Department Police Officer, Ovilla Police Department Police Officer, Grand Prairie Police Department Police Officer, Dallas County Sheriff’s Department Communications Maintainer, United States Army

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Dallas Baptist University

Certifications or Additional Education: OSHA # 510 Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry, General Industry; Machinery & Machine Guarding Standards; Permit-Required Confined Space Entry; Electrical Standards; Health & Safety Training; Fall Protection; Rescue from Heights; Fire Safety Training; Respirator Training; Medical First Responder Training; DEA Crime Scene Investigation; Statement Analysis & Verbal Clues; Report Writing; Trenching & Excavation; Lockout/Tagout Safety Course, H2S Certified, Safeland-PEC; Excavating & Back Filling; Preventing Pipeline Damage; Liquid Pipeline General Abnormal Operating Condition; Abnormal Operating Conditions; Cultural Diversity; New Supervisor’s Course & Safety Leadership Training

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