Safety Specialist Occupational Health

NEEMAH MAHADEB

Rugooputh Lane, Palma QBornes *********@*****.*** +230-****-**** (WhatsApp)

Dedicated, hardworking and results-driven, bilingual occupational Health and Safety Specialist with 15+ years of experience implementing and managing occupational safety programs across public and private sectors. Proven expertise in developing policies, conducting audits, and delivering safety training to ensure compliance with regulations. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and fostering a strong safety culture through collaboration, training, and strategic planning. HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Ensured comprehensive HR compliance across the enterprise by conducting thorough workforce audits, supporting policy enforcement, and proactively addressing employee-related risks to align with both corporate and legislative standards.

• Cultivated an employee-centric culture by investigating workplace issues, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions to improve engagement and mitigate conflict.

• Organized international workshops and seminars, promoting cross-functional collaboration and enhancing HR practices across teams.

• Designed and implemented comprehensive HR programs that align with organizational objectives, enhancing employee retention, workforce capability, and policy compliance.

• Used HR reporting tools and data analytics to generate insights, aiding talent planning, performance management, and strategic decisions across business units.

• Ensured compliance with legal and ethical standards, consistently applying workplace policies in regulatory roles.

• Provided mentorship and coaching to junior staff and leaders, thereby improving team effectiveness, promoting a culture of continuous learning, and strengthening leadership development at all levels within the organization.

• Collaborated with senior leadership on HR planning, aiding in organizational design, resource allocation, and workforce strategy through budget and policy support. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Highlights of Qualifications

• Ensured comprehensive HR compliance through audits, risk identification, and proactive policy enforcement across diverse workforces.

• Cultivated an employee-centric culture by leading investigations, identifying root causes, and implementing engagement-focused solutions.

• Organized and facilitated international seminars and workshops, promoting collaboration and advancing best HR practices.

• Designed and rolled out HR programs aligned with organizational goals, improving employee retention and capability development.

• Applied HR data and reporting tools to inform talent planning, performance management, and organizational decisions.

• Maintained ethical standards through consistent application of workplace policies and legal frameworks in regulatory environments.

• Mentored and coached junior staff and emerging leaders, fostering a learning culture and strengthening leadership pipelines.

• Collaborated with senior management on HR planning, organizational design, and workforce strategy development.

Professional Experience

Principal Occupational Safety & Health Officer

Ministry of Labour – Mauritius

Feb 2020 – May 2025

• Partnered with executives to implement workforce strategies that improved compliance and employee engagement.

• Designed and facilitated cross-sector training programs on workplace conduct, policies, and leadership awareness.

• Led organizational emergency preparedness programs, improving responsiveness and resilience.

• Developed and aligned HR-related national policies with international labor and employment standards.

• Coordinated committee communications, reporting, and execution of HR-related policy initiatives.

• Inspected workplaces in diverse sectors including construction sites and familiar to construction terminology.

Safety & Health Officer

Axess Ltd. – Mauritius

Mar 2019 – Feb 2020

• Collaborated with HR and department heads to develop people-first policies improving performance and employee satisfaction.

• Led internal engagement assessments and helped refine talent strategies based on insights.

• Promoted cross-functional collaboration to ensure organizational compliance, strategic alignment and promote safety culture across the organization.

• Conducted workforce data analysis to support training, development, and continuous improvement.

• Managed training budgets and supported internal development programs. Occupational Safety & Health Officer

Ministry of Labour – Mauritius

Apr 2010 – Mar 2019

• Delivered employee workshops on workplace rights, safe conduct, and professional ethics.

• Investigated workplace incidents and supported resolution through coaching and corrective action.

• Collaborated with HR and business units to mitigate employee risks and enhance engagement.

• Advocated for inclusive workplace practices and long-term workforce development. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS

Joint Safety and Health Committee (JSHC) May 2025

OSG, Canada

Train the Trainer – Occupational Health and Safety May 2023 International Labour Organisation (ILO), Geneva

MBA – Human Resource and Knowledge Management Apr 2012 University of Technology, Mauritius

BSc Occupational Safety and Health Management Nov 2009 University of Technology, Mauritius

Seminar on Occupational Safety and Health in the Public Sector 2024 Ministry of Commerce, China

ILO, Mauritius

Noise Risk Assessment & Proficiency Course 2014

Open University Mauritius

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