CHUKWUKA NWAKEZE
Liverpool
Summary
Dedicated Health and Safety Specialist with extensive expertise in risk assessment, safety auditing, and accident investigation. Proven track record in conducting thorough workplace inspections and delivering comprehensive health and safety training. Skilled in ensuring construction site safety and enhancing manufacturing process safety. Committed to fostering a safe working environment through meticulous attention to detail and proactive safety measures. Aiming to leverage skills to further improve organisational safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Support Worker
Autism Initiative UK
Liverpool
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Successfully supported clients in developing daily living skills, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and housekeeping, enhancing their overall independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team, including therapists and medical professionals, to ensure holistic care for clients.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
Health and safety advisor
Project Access Company w.L.L
Manama, Bahrain
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Reduced workplace incidents by 20% through implementing comprehensive risk assessment programme, with targeted training initiatives.
- Developed and implemented company-wide safety culture programme, fostering employee engagement, and proactive safety practices.
- Conducted regular safety inspections, audits, identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
- Investigated workplace incidents, determining root causes, and recommending preventative measures.
- Provided technical guidance and support to management and employees on all aspects of health and safety.
- Implemented and maintained ISO 45001 standards, leading to 25% reduction in workplace incidents.
- Developed and facilitated engaging safety training programs, resulting in 30% improvement in employee health and safety compliance.
Health and Safety Officer
Poullaides Construction Company W.L.L
Manama, Bahrain
09.2014 - 04.2019
- Oversaw implementation and enforcement of health and safety procedures, guaranteeing adherence to both internal company standards and external regulatory requirements
- Conducted routine safety inspections and audits to proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards, minimizing workplace risks
- Developed and implemented targeted safety training programmes that demonstrably improved worker safety awareness by 20%.
- Investigated incidents, near misses, and accidents, ensuring thorough documentation and implementation of corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
- Collaborated with HR department to effectively manage occupational health concerns, particularly those related to hazardous operations.
- Liaised with occupational health providers to secure comprehensive health coverage for all employees, promoting employee well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy - Human Anatomy
Anambra State University, Nigeria
Onitsha, Nigeria 09.2007 - 10.2010
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Safety auditing
- Workplace inspections
- Health and safety training
- Construction site safety
- Manufacturing process safety
- Regulatory compliance and enforcement
- Training and mentoring
- Accident and near misses reporting
- Accident reporting and investigating
- Detailed reporting
Highlights
Risk assessment, incident investigation, hazard identification, safety program development and implementation., In-depth knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., [Health and safety at work Act 1974])., Experienced in delivering engaging safety training programs for all employee levels., Excellent communication skills to effectively advocate for safety initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels., Proficient in analyzing safety data and generating insightful reports to identify trends and inform decision-making., Ability to identify and address safety concerns proactively and develop effective solutions.
Timeline
Support Worker
Autism Initiative UK
09.2022 - Current
Health and safety advisor
Project Access Company w.L.L
07.2019 - 08.2022
Health and Safety Officer
Poullaides Construction Company W.L.L
09.2014 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy - Human Anatomy
Anambra State University, Nigeria
09.2007 - 10.2010
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