Developmental initiatives
Olushola Yemi-Jonathan
Principal HSEQ Consultant
PORT HARCOURT,RIVERS
Summary
Well-qualified HSEQ & HR Professional bringing risk management and mitigation abilities developed over 24-year allied industry career. Solid background designing and implementing procedures to minimize and mitigate worker risk. Advanced training in safety, occupational health, environment, quality assurance & control, developmental interventions, risk management and human resource issues.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chairman
Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria, Rivers State
PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE
08.2021 - Current
- Chaired stakeholder meetings, disseminating information and fielded questions.
- Advised executive team on possible paths for critical business decision and recommended choices.
- Helped record, compile, summarize and analyze data.
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Recruited, developed and retained excellent faculty to meet organizational goals.
- Compiled and analyzed metrics for detailed reporting and informed business planning.
- Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
- Facilitated over N50m in annual business for 1+ years.
- Coordinated and implemented effective training for over 1,200 professionals to improve their work and developmental processes.
- Improved performance management system and introduced [Type] program to develop future leaders.
Lecturer, Construction & Manufacturing Safety Mgt.
University of Port Harcourt
PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS
02.2020 - Current
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Delivered lectures at appropriate pace and pronunciation for optimal audience comprehension by non-native English-speaking students.
- Mentored graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Stayed abreast of developments within the construction safety and developmental arena to improve curriculum, develop new research and share with colleagues and students
Principal Consultant
Blueplate Consulting Limited
PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS
01.2017 - Current
- Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication and resource utilization issues.
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Improved performance, hiring practices and management systems to facilitate success of client's organization.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
- Directed onsite training for business users to maximize productivity.
- Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
- Provided detailed advice to customers regarding their HSEQ management function.
- Oversaw project teams and maintained quality-minded schedules.
- Supported clients with business analysis, documentation and data modeling.
- Renegotiated outsourcing contracts to save considerable costs.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
HR & QHSE Consultant
Premiovin Solutions Nigeria Limited
PORT HARCOURT
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed and executed HR policies and programs, workforce and job development, recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits and employee and labor relations to build staff-focused human resources office culture.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Spearheaded shared governance and collaboration on employee relations, HR administration, collective bargaining agreements and related HR topics.
- Led and directed work of 2 HR team members and handled hiring, training and termination.
- Stimulated employee engagement, loyalty and commitment to values and culture of company, resulting in 95% retention rate increase.
- Built human resource organization and aligned people and culture with corporate strategic priorities and operations.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
Assistant General Manager, Shared Services
Genesis Group Nigeria
PORT HARCOURT
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
- Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
- Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
- Boosted revenue by implementing sales cycle procedures related to new business development and contract agreements.
- Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
- Taught staff strategies for completing work and smoothly carrying out senior management directives.
- Delivered full-scale business strategies resulting in increased customer satisfaction and operational enhancement.
- Boosted yearly profits through process optimization and improved training.
- Cultivated performance-based culture based on individual accountability, goal attainment and team achievement.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
- Motivated, trained and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
Head of Corporate QHSE
Genesis Group Nigeria
PORT HARCOURT
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Helped set up and managed the HSEQ department for Genesis Technical Company Limited (Gentech) - the oil & gas division of the Genesis Group between 2013 and 2016.
- Managed the Group’s HSEQ machinery on over 20 projects with International Oil Companies (IOCs) including:
Chevron Nigeria (21 sites), Total Nigeria Plc. (3 sites), Shell Petroleum Development Company (5 sites), Oando Plc (2 sites), Transocean (2 sites), Sea Truck Group and West African Ventures Offshore Fleet Managing HSE on 12 vessels, Adax Petroleum – 2 Offshore Platforms, Shelf Drilling (1 site), Mobil Producing – 1 Offshore platform. - Increased customer satisfaction by smartly resolving QHSE related issues, while addressing their root causes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Saved over N24m by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
HSE Manager
Genesis Genesis Foods Nigeria
PORT HARCOURT
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Developed and implemented safety awareness communications between workers and management to increase hazard awareness by 98%.
- Directed post-accident investigations and prepared reports to identify possible accident causes and hazards.
- Delivered and coordinated health and safety training for more than 3000 employees, educating on workplace regulations, policies and procedures.
- Trained staff and contractors on company procedures and contractor HSEQ requirements such as blood borne pathogens, respiratory protection and waste management.
- Identified opportunities to remove hazards from workplace and developed programs and processes to mitigate associated workplace hazards across all sites.
- Implemented drug-free workplace plan to reduce worker's compensation premiums by 96%.
- Determined nature of code violations and issued written notices of violation.
- Guided, wrote and revised various health and safety management manuals.
- Conducted job safety analysis and personal protective equipment analysis to identify hazards for elimination and select proper safety equipment to protect employees from hazards of job.
- Planned, implemented and evaluated safety goals and objectives for entire Genesis facilities - 42 in all.
- Served as subject matter expert (SME) on environmental regulations and policies.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Interpreted test data to determine whether contamination existed in accordance with environmental laws.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Managed development, design and execution of energy conservation projects.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Project Risk & HSE Manager
PW Nigeria Limited
Lagos
12.2010 - 04.2012
- Served as Technical Safety Expert and Lead on several civil works and construction projects for the organization including:
- Lafarge “Lakatabu” expansion project, Ewekoro;
- Several Road Construction works in Lagos, Ibadan and Abeokuta;
- Akanu-Ibiam International Airport Runway Construction Works, Enugu. - Reduced TRIR by 38% in 3 months and 96% in 9 months on the Lafarge Lakatabu Expansion Project
- Reduced down time on project by 88% thereby enabling the completion of the project by December, 2011 (4 months before expected delivery date). This led to an expansion of project scope and additional works approved by client (Lafarge).
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Saved more than N15m over 2 years by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
General Manager
Romford Integrated Limited
PORT HARCOURT
04.2007 - 11.2010
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
- Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
- Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
- Developed effective business plans to align strategic decisions with long-term objectives.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements and implement changes.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Vice Principal, Academics
Science & Arts Specialist College
PORT HARCOURT
09.2002 - 12.2006
- Maintained records for school, district, state and federal requirements.
- Interpreted district mandates and translated into actionable policies.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Led meetings to convey policy changes, gather information and assess employee thoughts.
- Met with parents to discuss student performance and behavioral issues.
- Acted as principal for day-to-day running of school as well as key decision making.
- Established instructional practices driven by statistical performance data.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional teams collaboration in development and support of student activities, programs and lessons.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Supported hiring, training and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
- Defined and enforced student academic achievement standards in line with district goals and objectives.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Enforced disciplinary policy for both students and faculty.
- Reviewed and selected curriculum and technology resources.
HSE Coordinator
Teks Geotechnical Consultancy Nig. Ltd.
PORT HARCOURT
12.2002 - 12.2004
- Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
- Accompanied, documented and reported OSHA inspections, insurance oversight and other formal safety and security measures at work site.
- Leveraged statistical analysis to improve awareness, change behavior and drive continuous improvement in programs and processes.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect safety and security of workers.
- Supported interaction with local emergency response agencies and responders to coordinate work site security requirements.
- Formulated and implemented long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
- Served as technical consultant on environmental policies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
Freelancer, HSE
Self Employed
PORT HARCOURT
04.2002 - 12.2002
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Prepared and implemented health and safety plans to protect employees and materials for construction projects.
- Communicated safety and environmental training material to employees and coached individuals on safety regulations and compliance.
- Reviewed work procedures and operational problems to determine ways to improve service, performance and safety.
- Developed and updated tracking spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
President, Environmental Conservation Club
National Youth Service Corps/ Sokoto State Environmental Protection Agency
Sokoto
05.2001 - 04.2002
- Managed state-wide environmental awareness campaigns, focused on the menace of desertification and best communal efforts that can help stop the scourge.
- Established a “5 year - 5 million Tree Planting Campaign to roll back the desert, with funding and support from the Sokoto Environmental Protection Agency (SOSEPA) and the NYSC State Secretariat.
- Established Young Environmental Conservators Clubs in select schools across the 23 LGAs of Sokoto State
- Successfully planted and nurtured 1,098,024 trees within the Corps year.
- Achieved under-budget and on-time project management to adhere to project goals.
- Initiated operational improvements using lean methodologies to drive efficiency and reduce costs.
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
HSE Intern
African Timber & Plywood (Division of UACN)
Sapele
09.1996 - 10.1997
- Prepared and documented health and safety incident reports for management review.
- Created corporate safety sheets for eye wash stations, fire extinguishers and power tools.
- Created and maintained hazard maps of each department within the factory facility.
- Identified and made mitigation recommendations for electrical hazards within facility, unsafe employee behaviors and mechanical safety.
- Maintained documentation of daily notes, safety training records and accident investigations.
- Assisted in creating and distributing safety-related publications to promote safety management.
- Inspected facilities, machinery and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards.
- Shadowed safety manager to conduct laboratory inspections, noise evaluations and industrial hygiene sampling.
- Conducted facility-wide noise study to determine areas requiring hearing protection.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Fuel Handler
African Timber & Plywood (A Division of UACN)
Sapele
08.1992 - 09.1994
- Reported unsafe vehicles and equipment that required immediate in-depth repairs.
- Closely followed safety procedures and corrected errors to avoid workplace mishap and injury.
- Performed thorough visual inspections of incoming and outgoing materials to identify defects or necessary repairs.
- Performed essential duties regularly requiring lifting 15-800 kg materials and working with saw machines, pedestal drills, vernier cutters, lathe machines, hot and cold presses, pulverizers, over head cranes and conveyors.
- Kept shop workspaces and various fieldwork locations clean and organized for maximum productivity.
- Monitored gauges and flowmeters and inspected equipment to verify tank levels, temperatures and pressures remained at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary.
- Communicated with other workers using signals, radios or telephones to start and stop flows of materials or substances.
Education
Ph.D. - Occupational Health And Safety Studies
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Port Harcourt, Nigeria 02.2021 - Current
Ph.D. - Disaster Risk Management & Development Studies
University of Port Harcourt
Choba, Nigeria 09.2019 - Current
MBA - Human Resources Management
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Nigeria 09.2018 - 04.2022
Master of Philosophy - Occupational Health And Safety
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
Port Harcourt, Nigeria 02.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Disaster Risk Management & Development Studies
University of Port Harcourt
Choba, Nigeria 09.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Engineering - Petroleum Engineering
University of Port Harcourt
Choba, Nigeria 09.2008 - 09.2011
Higher National Diploma - Environmental Engineering Technology
Petroleum Training Institute
Effurun, Nigeria 10.1998 - 09.2000
National Diploma - Industrial Safety & Environmental Engineering Tech
Petroleum Training Institute
Effurun, Nigeria 09.1994 - 03.1997
PGDE - Education
National Teachers' Institute
Lagos, Nigeria 09.2005 - 09.2006
Skills
Written Communication
undefinedAffiliations
Fellow, Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON) – Chattered
Fellow, Emergency Crises & Disaster Risk Management Institute
Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM) – Chattered
Member, Nigerian Environmental Society (NES)
Technical Member, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) –UK;
Member, International Food Safety and Quality Network
Member, SPE International (Health & Safety Group)
Associate Member, Society of Professional Disaster Risk Managers of Nigeria
IRCA Registered Auditor – ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2005
Certified Document Controller – Document Management Institute UK.)
Interests
Risk and contingency management
Teaching & Research
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Timeline
Chairman
Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria, Rivers State
08.2021 - Current
Ph.D. - Occupational Health And Safety Studies
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
02.2021 - Current
Master of Philosophy - Occupational Health And Safety
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
02.2021 - 06.2022
HR & QHSE Consultant
Premiovin Solutions Nigeria Limited
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lecturer, Construction & Manufacturing Safety Mgt.
University of Port Harcourt
02.2020 - Current
Ph.D. - Disaster Risk Management & Development Studies
University of Port Harcourt
09.2019 - Current
MBA - Human Resources Management
Ahmadu Bello University
09.2018 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Disaster Risk Management & Development Studies
University of Port Harcourt
09.2017 - 03.2019
Principal Consultant
Blueplate Consulting Limited
01.2017 - Current
Assistant General Manager, Shared Services
Genesis Group Nigeria
04.2016 - 12.2016
Head of Corporate QHSE
Genesis Group Nigeria
04.2014 - 02.2016
HSE Manager
Genesis Genesis Foods Nigeria
04.2012 - 03.2013
Project Risk & HSE Manager
PW Nigeria Limited
12.2010 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Petroleum Engineering
University of Port Harcourt
09.2008 - 09.2011
General Manager
Romford Integrated Limited
04.2007 - 11.2010
PGDE - Education
National Teachers' Institute
09.2005 - 09.2006
HSE Coordinator
Teks Geotechnical Consultancy Nig. Ltd.
12.2002 - 12.2004
Vice Principal, Academics
Science & Arts Specialist College
09.2002 - 12.2006
Freelancer, HSE
Self Employed
04.2002 - 12.2002
President, Environmental Conservation Club
National Youth Service Corps/ Sokoto State Environmental Protection Agency
05.2001 - 04.2002
Higher National Diploma - Environmental Engineering Technology
Petroleum Training Institute
10.1998 - 09.2000
HSE Intern
African Timber & Plywood (Division of UACN)
09.1996 - 10.1997
National Diploma - Industrial Safety & Environmental Engineering Tech
Petroleum Training Institute
09.1994 - 03.1997
Fuel Handler
African Timber & Plywood (A Division of UACN)
08.1992 - 09.1994
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