FRANCISCA EDWARDS-JOSEPH
Claxton Bay
Summary
A highly ambitious Occupational, Health & Safety (HSE) professional with strong track record in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting workplace health. Skilled in risk assessment, hazard identification, and implementing effective safety protocols. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing requirements, and driving results in dynamic environments to achieve company goals..
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator
Liberty Engineering and Maintenance Services Limited
05.2024 - Current
- Provides field HSE support and guidance throughout all activities
- Ensure compliance with local regulatory HSE requirements
- Ensure compliance with contract HSE requirements
- Ensure reasonable care is taken for own health and safety as well as the health and safety of others, and that no one is adversely affected by workplace activities or omissions
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Assists teams in identifying hazards, assessing risks, and identifying relevant controls to manage and reduce these risks to ALARP
- Manage the HSE documentation, including permits, Risk Assessment, Total Safety Task Analysis (TSTA), and records of inspections, incidents, and training activities
- Develop and implement health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable local national laws and regulations
- Coaches teams on HSE and conducts HSE engagement sessions with them
Support Security Officer
National Maintenance Training and Security Co. Ltd
10.2019 - 05.2024
- Gather information, identify, and implement the resolution, plan follow-up, and managed incident reports to successfully manage complaints
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
- Inspect suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions
- Manage and perform routine safety checks on individuals prohibiting hazardous articles into restrictive areas
- Led vehicle and pedestrian traffic regulation processes onto building premises and environs
- Executed security rules and procedures and escorted non-compliant individuals out of the building
HSSE Assistant
Magic Mist Services Limited, MMSL
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Prepared organization pre-requirements for routine STOW audits
- Designed policies, and procedures eliminating workplace injuries and hazards
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards
- Supported team in identifying and documenting potential occupational hazards onsite
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases
- Supported field examinations, and case details updated databases, and produced investigative reports
- Evaluated written JSAs and permits ensuring they meet compliance regulations
Health, Safety, and Environment Officer
Chan and Owen Equipment Service Co. Limited
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed implementing safety procedures/ instructions using regulations, letters of instruction, policy letters, and safety site plans
- Communicated safety and environmental training safety regulations and compliance
- Coordinated, shared, and issued safety program and/or implementation information to appropriate program participants, project officers, etc
- Prepared and implemented health and safety plans to protect employees and materials for construction projects
- Inspected specified areas to ensure the presence of fire prevention equipment and, safety equipment
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans
Safety, Health, and Environment Intern
Tunapuna /Piarco Regional Corporation
09.2014 - 11.2014
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans
- Delivered environmental training material to employees
- Trained and coached individuals on safety regulations and compliance
- Prepared and implemented health and safety plans to protect employees and materials for construction projects
Surveillance Supervisor
Universal Protective Services Limited (UPSL)
05.2012 - 08.2014
- Reported law violations on policies and suspicious behaviors to on-site security personnel and/or law enforcement
- Trained surveillance observers on key factors and reported on internal procedures
- Reviewed live and archived video surveillance footage for investigative purposes
- Maintained log of surveillance operations, noting discrepancies or suspicious activity
- Inspected cameras, monitors, and other surveillance equipment for operational integrity
- Collaborated with senior management and front-line staff on customer-facing challenges
Supervising Cashier
Clients NP Service Station
03.2010 - 04.2012
- Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for company regulations related to refunds and defective items
- Verified the accuracy of daily cashier batches by checking receipts, checks, and cash
- Reconciled cash register tills and replenished floats before opening and closing of daily shifts
- Supervised cashier team and managed staff rostering and payroll
- Trained and mentored cashier team members on checkout procedures and strategies
- Responsible for monitoring areas for security issues and safety hazards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
11.2022
Associate of Science - Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
11.2015
Skills
- HSE compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making skills
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Management and Leadership
- Documentation management
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
Skills Certifications Languages
Languages: English: Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
Certifications: OSHA for Construction Safety
Memberships: CCLCS Alumni Association (CCLCSAA) Executive Committee as Treasurer
Industrial Skills: Occupational Safety and Health, Hazards Identification, Incident Investigation, Workplace Inspection, Safety Procedures, Emergency Care First Aid/ AED/(CPR), JSA and Risk Assessment, Confine Space, Permit to Work System, Fall Protection, Fire Protection, Manual handling, Incident Reporting, Toolbox Talk, Crowd Management, Cash Management, Security Officer Basic Training, Supplemental Precept Training, Alarm Centre System Operator Training.
Interpersonal Skills: Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Management, Mentoring, People Management, Supervisory Management, Resilience, Presentation Skills, and Strategic Planning.
Additional Information
As the Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator at Liberty Engineering and Maintenance Services Limited, I led our team to achieve recognition as the Top Best Most Outstanding Contractor in Health, Safety, and Environment by CEMEX Trinidad Cement Limited in December 2024.
Timeline
Health, Safety, and Environment Coordinator
Liberty Engineering and Maintenance Services Limited
05.2024 - Current
Support Security Officer
National Maintenance Training and Security Co. Ltd
10.2019 - 05.2024
HSSE Assistant
Magic Mist Services Limited, MMSL
12.2017 - 10.2019
Health, Safety, and Environment Officer
Chan and Owen Equipment Service Co. Limited
01.2015 - 06.2017
Safety, Health, and Environment Intern
Tunapuna /Piarco Regional Corporation
09.2014 - 11.2014
Surveillance Supervisor
Universal Protective Services Limited (UPSL)
05.2012 - 08.2014
Supervising Cashier
Clients NP Service Station
03.2010 - 04.2012
Associate of Science - Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment
Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies
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