Wesley John Lewis

• Establish risk portfolios for each project and ensure that objectives are identified in order to ensure that all identified mitigation measures are effective in reducing workplace incidents.
• Coordinate and manage the HSE department consisting of 17 HSE personell across multiple sites around the Western and Southern Cape.
• Draft and implement monitoring programs to ensure continued compliance is maintained.
• Guide senior management in regulatory and legislative requirements and bi-laws.
• Establish comprehensive training programs for all levels of employee.
• Lead the regions in implementations of the groups HSE interventions as well as all HSE initiatives.
• Lead all investigations of work place incidents, with site management teams, including the RCAT approach.
• Proactively involved with the MANCO board in guiding and reporting on all HSE related aspects.
• Coordinate medical evaluations for all employees on an annual basis.
• Establish security protocols for all projects, working closely with authorities in identifying potential emergency scenarios and mitigation measures and reaction methods.
• Manage all Construction Work permit applications and notifications to the DOEL.
• Coordinate all regional and national audit programs for both internal and external auditing programs.(BSI/ISO/MBA)
• Reviewing of all project specifications with Client H&S Agents as well as internal H&S plans and procedures.
• Construct all tender packs and ensure deliverables are drafted and included.
• Review all emergency protocols and procedures in line with site-specific requirements, resources, locations and reaction times.
• Report directly to the WBHO Managing Director and Group HSE Director on all HSE related aspects.
• Coordination of HSE statistics and data for reporting purposes on a monthly basis and report to National and Group leadership.

Coordinated multiple projects across the Western Cape.

Trained and developed a team of junior H&S practitioners.

Involved with tendering and procurement processes.

Conducted project risk profile assessments.

Assisted H&S manager in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities.

Reviewed risk assessments for all HRA's on sites and provided comprehensive feedback to site management teams.

Drafted training programs for individual and group sessions, focusing on key aspects of H&S.

Constructed training modules for certain trades within the construction sector.

• Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
• Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
• Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
• Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
• Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
• Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
• Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
• Conducted risk assessment and monitoring procedures on multiple sites.

• Performed regular audits of contractor safety records, ensuring adherence to established standards throughout the supply chain.
• Conducted thorough incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Promoted a culture of continuous improvement in safety performance through ongoing communication and feedback mechanisms.
• Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations by ensuring proper documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Collaborated with management to develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through participation in industry conferences, seminars, and educational workshops.
• Spearheaded efforts to minimize environmental impacts through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable resource usage practices.
• Increased employee awareness of safety practices by delivering engaging training sessions and workshops.
• Reduced accident rates through comprehensive risk assessments and proactive recommendations for improvements.
• Partnered with external vendors to procure high-quality safety equipment at cost-effective price points.
• Played an instrumental role in obtaining ISO 45001 certification by aligning organizational processes with international standards requirements.

• Recorded and tracked items sorted to confirm accuracy.
• Utilized sorting systems to sort items fast and accurately.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance targets in terms of both speed and accuracy while sorting items.
• Trained new employees on proper sorting procedures, promoting consistency across the team.
• Worked collaboratively with colleagues in fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines for sorting.
• Stacked items according to weights, sizes, types, and picking priorities.