Safety Manager

Donnie D. Swann, MBA, CHST

Bakersfield, CA • 661-***-**** • **************@*****.***

Safety Manager

Known as a decisive leader who skillfully blends strong leadership business acumen to deliver quantifiable achievements in risk mitigation and management.

Solutions-oriented leader offering a competitive edge and a wealth on transferable achievements to fortify occupational safety, health, and to achieve compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations for a diversity of industries. Skilled in spearheading, developing, and deploying effective safety programs with a demonstrated ability to influence, lead, teach, and model best practices in safety. Well-versed in a brand range of safety management and leadership initiatives including annual planning, budgeting, accountability, and performance oversight.

Highlighted Skills & Achievements:

Executed strategic operational planning, employee training and supervision, and cost-effective resource allocation. Employed cross-functional leadership acumen while developing and deploying protocols.

Took charge of site safety management and created a strong culture of risk mitigation and incident prevention. Administered positive reinforcement while advocating 100% compliance to site-specific safety programs.

Assessed operations and identified areas in need of corrective actions and process improvement, resulting in cost savings and accelerated efficiencies.

Ensured safety programs were rolled out with precision, including written programs, required training, and periodic audits to ensure compliance. Administered safety-related project management support.

Enforced compliance with all federal, state, and local standards pertaining to workplace safety and health.

Areas of Expertise

Safety Programs Regulation and Code Compliance Customer Relationship Management Strategic Negotiation Risk Mitigation Performance Management Risk Management and Mitigation Occupational Safety & Health management Staff Mentoring, Training, and Development Continuous Improvements Strategic Planning OSHA Regulation Compliance Inspection and Safety Audits Negotiation Budget Management Revenue Growth

Professional Experience

Lion Unlimited Fitness, Seattle, WA 2019 – 2020

Owner

Oversaw the facilitation and promotion of fitness classes for diversified clientele with world-class customer service, individual attention, customized programs for varying levels while also providing coaching on health-conscious lifestyles.

Mitigated risks, eliminated accidents, and strengthened loss prevention by emphasizing safety compliance of class members and maintaining a secure environment by enforcing regulations.

Presented unique knowledge of maintaining safety in gyms and workplace scenarios with ergonomics.

Valley Vision (Electrical Division)/Pacific Gas and Electric, Bakersfield, CA 2018 - 2019

Account Manager/Contractor

Skyrocketed sales to 1,500,000 kwh due to authoritative knowledge, a consultative sales approach, and building great rapport and relationships with a diversity of clients. Successfully positioned Pacific Gas and Electric as a competitive market leader and dominant supplier of cutting-edge products and services.

Highly regarded as a subject matter expert and go-to contact for energy market, programs, and services while networking with the Chambers of Commerce as well as government agencies.

Drove territory penetration as a strong brand ambassador with competitive intelligence and a hunter-like mentality while outpacing sales quotas and performance objectives.

Body Xchange Sports Club, Bakersfield, CA 2015 - 2018

Gym Manager and Lead Trainer

Directed, coached, and mentored six staff members while ensuring seamless and efficient operations. Customized group and individual training protocols involving cardiovascular, resistance, and aquatic training plans.

Garnered recognition for achieving the top six ranking in the entire country for the fitness chain in sales revenue growth. Conducted cross-functional leadership across HR, sales, personal training, and floor operations.

Demonstrated expansive knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics while also enforcing safety practices to eliminate risk and prevent injuries.

Gave compelling and informative presentations with industry subject matter expertise. Enabled clients to reach their individualized goals and to enable the fulfillment of health, wellness, and fitness objectives.

Ken Small Industries, Bakersfield, CA 2006 - 2014

Safety and Crew Leader

Displayed advanced proficiency and leadership in safety initiatives for crews in petroleum fields with an emphasis on behavior-based safety methodologies, effective shutdown procedures, LOTO process, as well as the safety of heavy equipment and commercial vehicles in a hazardous environment.

Hand-selected to steer large-scale, petroleum-oriented initiatives with efficient project management tactics at Belridge Lease, North Midway Sunset, Barry Petroleum, South Midway, Chevron Cymric, Elk Hills, Kern River, LAX, and Race Track leases.

Practiced risk assessments, elimination of vulnerabilities, execution of corrective actions, and implementation of strengthened safety programs and protocols for loss prevention and incident reduction.

Provided technical expertise on safety and health-related matters while also assisting the senior leadership team in successfully implementing and managing safety processes.

Participated in incident investigations to determine root causes and prevent incident recurrences.

Education

MBA, Safety Program Management (in progress) SOSA

Bachelor’s Degree, Occupation Health and Safety CSUB

Associate Safety Professional (ASP and BCSO) (in progress)

OSHA 30HR, Current

Certifications

Project Management Certification University of Phoenix

Construction Health and Safety Technicians Board of Certified Safety Professionals

TLL and TSS Certified Operator National Council for Certified Crane Operations

Personal Training, Sports Nutrition, and Coaching Certifications

Affiliations

Member, American Society of Safety Engineers and NSC & VP of OSH Safety Club

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