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David Smithers
76 Geradline Road High Wycombe WA 6057 M: 0411 876 545 E: david_1975@live.com.au

CAREER OBJECTIVE
A well organised, efficient and highly experienced workplace safety professional, I look forward to securing a challenging role as a Safety Advisor in the mining resources industry where I have the opportunity to work with team members to design the most effective construction safety standards whilst overseeing and implementing the effective implementation of the company systems on mining projects. Offering my 100% flexibility and commitment, I am available to work various shifts including FI/FO having demonstrated a track record as a results-orientated, motivated leader with the ability to meet goals and objectives.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

2005 CERTIFICATE IV IN WORKPLACE TRAINING & ASSESSMENT Training Services Australia | www.tsa-wa.com.au DIPLOMA OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (BSB51307) Central Institute of Technology | www.central.wa.edu.au

2004

Modules included: Participate in the coordination and maintenance of a systematic approach to managing OHS Participate in the management of the OHS information and data systems Assist in the design and development of OHS participative arrangements Apply principles of OHS risk management Manage hazards in the work environment Plan or review administration systems Participate in the investigation of incidents Manage personal work priorities and professional development

DEMONSTRATED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, supervise, direct and train staff and contractors. Experience in risk assessment, industrial relations and inspections. Work with team members to design the most effective construction safety standards. Oversee and implement the effective implementation of the company systems on the project. Develop practical safety standards aligned to organisation objectives. Highly developed communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills. Assist in the conduct of fire and emergency drills. Ability to promptly investigate and report on incidents and accidents. Proven ability to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes. Investigate accidents and advises preventive measures. Study imminent threats within the work facility and devise solutions. Conduct activities that promote security and administer safety training. Conduct safety inspections, prepare incident records and report to the supervisor. Understand important regulations, familiar with revisions, trends, and updates concerning best practices in safety. Ensure that company personnel observe and follows established safety guidelines. Attend regular department meetings to remain in line with comprehensive safety practices of the company. Assist in the organisation of awareness campaigns regarding safety, such as workshops for occupational safety and fire safety.

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WORK HISTORY
Jun 2009 - Feb 2010 MCC MINING WA PTY LTD
Level 8/99 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000

Safety Advisor (FI/FO) Project Location: Geraldton, Gascoyne & Midwest Company Profile: MCC Mining WA Pty Ltd has won the lead construction contract for the Sino Iron Project, a large-scale magnetite iron ore project located at Cape Preston, 100km south west of Karratha.
Key Duties: Work with team members to design the most effective construction safety standards. Oversee and implement the effective implementation of the company systems on the project. Develop practical safety standards aligned to organisation objectives. Effective mentoring of contractor health and safety personnel onsite. Provide guidance and advice to all contractors, overseeing optimised performance. Continuous improvement of approach to health and safety. Conduct well managed investigations with outcomes executed. Undertake daily and weekly inspections and audits, managing their outcomes.

Jan 2007 - Jun 2009

SANTOS LTD | www.santos.com

Level 1, 40 The Esplanade, Perth WA 6000

Safety Case Advisor Company Profile: An Australian energy pioneer since 1954, Santos is a leading gas producers, supplying Australian and Asian customers. Santos has also developed major oil and liquids businesses in Australia and operates in all mainland Australian states and the Northern Territory. Key Duties: Support development of Upstream and Downstream facility Safety Cases and Pipeline Management Plans. Develop key content and sections of the Safety Report in line with Project and Regulatory requirements. Liaise with Upstream and Downstream approvals teams to Maintain Safety Case project schedule. Ensure the consistency and quality of Upstream and Downstream Health & Safety deliverables. Provide assistance to the development of Project Safety Cases as requested. Interpret and provide guidance on Australian Regulations and Legislation. Support roll out of HES Risk Management practices to the team. Technical HES Risk Management Input. Interface with Project Teams and Business Unit.

Nov 2005 - Dec 2006

MACMAHON HOLDINGS LIMITED | www.santos.com

Level 3, 27-31 Troode Street, West Perth WA 6005 Safety Advisor

Company Profile: Macmahon Holdings Limited is a leading mining contracting and civil construction company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Operating for more than 45 years, Macmahon has grown to become an ASX/S&P 200 company with an annual turnover in excess of $1.2 billion, employing more than 3,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. Key Duties: Assist with project implementations of safety improvement systems. Liaise with operational, maintenance and management to ensure safety management systems are effective. Ensure that all incidents are monitored and actions closed out as required. Assist in the preparation of safety and emergency response plans for operations. Assist projects with development of training programs. Continuous improvement of OHS systems, liaise directly with client regarding safety management systems. Ensure activities that are observed are carried out in accordance with the Safety Policy and Procedures.

REFEREES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

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