Liam Young
- Phone: +61 412 345 678
- Email: liam.young@email.com
- Location: Sydney, Australia
- LinkedIn: liamyoung-hsespecialist
Summary
Over 8 years of experience in developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety management systems across diverse industrial and commercial sectors. Successfully reduced workplace incident rates by an average of 25% through proactive risk assessments, hazard identification, and ergonomic improvements.
Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance with Australian WHS legislation, managing safety audits, and fostering a strong safety culture through targeted training and communication programs.
Specializes in process safety analysis, incident investigation, and the design of engineering controls to mitigate occupational hazards and enhance operational safety.
Experience
Senior Health and Safety Engineer, AWP Engineering Solutions -- Sydney, Australia
Mar 2020 – present
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Led the development and implementation of a new contractor safety management system, resulting in a 30% reduction in contractor-related incidents over two years.
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Conducted detailed risk assessments and HAZOP studies for major infrastructure projects, identifying critical hazards and recommending effective control measures.
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Managed and coordinated OHS audits, achieving 100% compliance with AS/NZS 4801 standards across all project sites.
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Developed and delivered bespoke safety training programs for over 500 employees, improving safety awareness and reducing lost-time injuries by 18%.
Health and Safety Engineer, Pacific Coast Industrial Group -- Sydney, Australia
July 2016 – Feb 2020
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Implemented ergonomic solutions in manufacturing facilities, decreasing musculoskeletal disorder claims by 22% within the first year.
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Investigated workplace incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and developing preventative actions that reduced recurrence by 40%.
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Assisted in the design and commissioning of new plant machinery, ensuring compliance with machine guarding and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
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Managed the hazardous materials register and ensured safe storage and handling practices in accordance with WHS regulations.
Junior Health and Safety Officer, Metro Builders Pty Ltd -- Sydney, Australia
Jan 2014 – June 2016
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Conducted daily site inspections, identifying and rectifying potential safety hazards to maintain a safe working environment.
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Assisted in the preparation of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for various construction tasks.
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Maintained records of safety meetings, incident reports, and safety training, ensuring accurate documentation for compliance purposes.
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Supported the senior H&S team in developing emergency response plans and conducting drills.
Education
University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), Master of Engineering Science in Occupational Health and Safety -- Sydney, Australia
Feb 2017 – Dec 2019
University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering -- Sydney, Australia
Feb 2010 – Nov 2013
Skills
Health & Safety Management: WHS Legislation (NSW), Risk Assessment, HAZOP, SWMS, Incident Investigation, Safety Auditing, Ergonomics, Emergency Preparedness, Contractor Safety Management
Technical Skills: Process Safety Analysis, Engineering Controls, Machine Guarding, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazardous Materials Management, Environmental Impact Assessment
Compliance & Standards: AS/NZS 4801, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001, Work Health and Safety Act 2011, Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017
Software & Tools: Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Safety Management Systems (SMS) Software, AutoCAD
