HSE SUPERVISOR

ATO KWAMINA ABAKA-ATTAH

P. O. Box MC ****, Takoradi, Ghana

Tel: +233-*********, +233-*********

Email: ***********@*****.**.**

Date of Birth: 4th July, 1987

CAREER OBJECTIVE

I am a graduate of Geography and Rural Development with a great passion for occupational health, safety, environment, sustainability and quality. I desire to work in a dynamic and changing organization that creates opportunities for learning and career development. I possess great skills in performing workplace training, good communication skills, auditing, coaching and able to influence workers on the importance of working safe. WORKING EXPERIENCE

Ghana Rubber Estate Limited, August, 2021 till date Health and Safety Officer,

Responsibilities:

Facilitates EHS induction for new hires, visitors and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with the company’s safety and environmental standards and emergency procedures.

Performs regular inspections of all firefighting equipment (Fire Hose Reels, Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hydrants, Smoke detectors and Call points) and other equipment to ensure they meet safety standards.

Supervises the discharge of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) into storage tanks, ensuring that all safety measures are in place and therefore discharge is performed as per company procedures and safe practices.

Direct supervision and coaching of personnel during work to ensure they comply with procedures and regulations.

Conducts regular inspection of the working environment to identify unsafe acts, any unsafe condition and assist with best practices to eliminate such acts and conditions to prevent incidents.

Performs regular audits on the company Integrated Management Systems as per the company audit schedule.

Maintains a basic knowledge and awareness of safe working practices and safety rules and regulations in the working environment.

Conducts regular hazard hunts with departmental heads with the view of identifying hazards and potential hazards and recommend corrective and preventive actions

Encourages and ensures that all incidents, non-conformities are reported, investigated and root causes identified and put actions in place to prevent recurrence.

Collaborates in identifying and implementing best practices to continuously improve on safety performance of the company.

Oiltrade Company Limited, Accra - Ghana, July 2019 – October, 2020 Depot Operations Officer

Responsibilities:

Enforced safety protocols within the depot by ensured strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulatory requirements related to handling and transportation of LPG; including conducting regular safety inspections, giving daily briefings on emergency response procedures and having toolbox meetings for drivers and depot personnel on best safety practices.

Maintained accurate records of LPG stock levels and conducted regular audits which helped to develop and implement inventory control measures to prevent shortages.

Handled customer inquiries, addressed their complaints and maintained strong relationship with customers and suppliers of LPG.

Coordinated with local authorities to brief depot workers and other stakeholders of contingency plans for emergencies such as leaks, spills or accidents involving LPG

Generated daily and monthly reports on depot operations on safety incidents, unsafe conditions and practices as well as general performance matrixes helping management identified areas which needed improvement and made informed decisions which enhanced operational effectiveness.

Oversaw regular maintenance, servicing and repair works of deport facilities and equipment for safe discharge operation and decreased operational downtime.

Managed operational expenses, identified cost-saving opportunities and budgets such as transport and the general welfare of deport workers efficiently.

Liaised with Customs Exercise and Preventive Service officials to approve Orders before and after LPG loadings and to reconcile volumes of LPG lifted for each window.

Resolved all safety and other issues at the depot regarding loading operations and identified best practices to improve the safety performance of LPG operations. Gella Electrolex Services Limited, July – December, 2018 Safety Officer

Responsibilities:

Partook in the developing of comprehensive risk assessment and daily job specific procedures for the upgrading of high voltage power lines; this included hazard identification and ensured0 compliance with the company’s safety regulations and standards.

Conducted regular inspections of work sites, equipment and materials used in the upgrading operations to ensure they meet safety requirements and standards.

Coordinated for safety trainings such as working at heights, electrical safety, use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and sensitized technicians on the emergency procedures at specific working areas.

Ensured that proper Lockout, Tagout and Tryout (LOTOTO) procedures are followed daily before work begins and the use of insulated tools and equipment.

Coordinated to obtain work permit and safety controls for all works including working at height, excavation and crane operations.

Ensured appropriate fall protection measures such as safety harness and safety nets are well maintained and in good working condition are available for technicians, especially for those working at height and supervised their usage.

Collaborated in investigating all accidents, near misses and unsafe acts which occurred during the project period; identified the root cause, documented findings and implemented corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.

Frantex Industrial Services Limited, October 2017 – June 2018 Industrial Attachment

Responsibilities:

Conducted regular general inspections on heavy equipment, tools and machinery to ensure they meet safety standards and are in good working conditions.

Coordinated safety trainings for equipment operators and other personnel on safe operation procedures, use of personal protectives equipment (PPE) and emergency response procedures.

Assisted in performing risk assessments before equipment are rented out and used on site to identify potential hazards and implemented appropriate control measure.

Assisted in investigating accidents, near misses or equipment failures to identify the root cause and implemented correctives measure to prevent reoccurrence.

Assisted in promoting strong safety culture within the organization and among the operators through toolbox talks, safety meetings and awareness campaigns.

Collaborated in identifying opportunities for safety improvements in equipment maintenance practices, operational procedures to implement best practices to enhance safety performance.

Western Regional Lands Commission, Sekondi

Deeds Clerk – P V.L.M.D

Industrial Attachment / National Service Personnel / Fixed–Term Contract

(May - August 2009) (Oct. 2010 – Aug. 2011) (Sep., 2011 – Oct., 2017) Responsibilities:

Managed indentures, deeds documents, cadastrals and other land documents by organizing files at appropriate storage areas, data entry and ensured accuracy in records.

Assisted the public, landowners and other stockholders with enquiries related to land transactions, procedures, application possesses and requirements.

Assisted in receiving and processing applications for land registration (i.e. assignments, leases and mortgages) and ensured completion of documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of land transactions, application, decisions and correspondence whiles ensured confidentiality and security of sensitive information.

Assisted in ensuring compliance with Land Administration Laws, regulations and policies by helping applicants understand changes in the legislations and procedures affecting land administration.

Provided general administrative supports to departmental staff and superiors including photocopying, filling, document scanning and other administrative tasks.

Coordinated effectively with superiors and applicants for land inspections or surveys appointments, organization’s seminars and meetings, consultation to landowners and other stakeholders.

Collaborated well with colleagues, superiors within the organization and other government agencies to facilitate efficient and effective land administration processes. PERSONAL SKILLS

Ethical Behavior

Teamwork and Collaboration

Problem Solving Abilities

Attention to Details

Communication Skills

Training and Education

Risk Assessment and Management

Leadership Skills

Adaptability

EXTRA CURRICULA ACTIVIES

August, 2006 – May, 2010

Cadet Lieutenant (LFT) – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Unity Hall.

Volunteer – Ghana National Immunization Days for Polio Eradication. February – April, 2005

Cadet Sergeant (SGT) – Schools and Colleges Cadet Corps, Sekondi-Takoradi. October, 2002 – July, 2005

EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATES Basic First Aid Training

Ghana Red Cross Society – June, 2023

Spillage Management Course

CHAL Associate Limited – May, 2023

Fire Warden Training

Ghana National Fire Service – April, 2023

IRCA Approved Lead Auditor Course - ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems TVE International Academy Pvt. Ltd. – August, 2022 IRCA Approved Lead Auditor Course - ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

TVE International Academy Pvt. Ltd. – August, 2022 Health, Safety and Environment Officer Certificate of Competence Minerals Commission (Inspectorate Division) – July, 2020 Oil & Gas Safety Manager

Inspection Certificate Bureau (ICB) – May, 2018

International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety National Examination Board for Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH UK) – October, 2017 Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Oil and Gas Management Institute for Professional and Executive Development (iPED). July 2013 – November 2013 Level 4 Diploma in Oil and Gas Management

Institute for Professional and Executive Development (iPED) July, 2012 – February, 2013 Bachelor of Arts (BA) Geography and Rural Development Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi. September, 2006 – June, 2010

Senior Secondary Certificate Examination

Ghana Secondary Technical School (G. S. T. S.), Takoradi – August, 2002 – July, 2005 REFERENCES

Mr. Akwasi Appau Boakye

Sustainable Development and Land Use Manager

Ghana Rubber Estates Limited

+233 (0-20-202-**** / +233 (0-20-871-****

Mr. Bernard Havor

Managing Director

Oiltrade Company Limited, Accra

+233 (0-24-452-****

Mrs. Phyllis Adjei-Amoako

Senior Land Administration Officer

Western Regional Lands Commission, Sekondi

+233 (0-20-893-****

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