AMANDA MARES
Midland
Summary
Construction-focused HSE Advisor with 5+ years of experience supporting large-scale commercial and industrial construction projects. Strong expertise in OSHA 29 CFR 1926 compliance, excavation and trenching, fall protection, crane and rigging operations, electrical safety, and permit-to-work systems. Proven track record of leading contractor safety programs, conducting job hazard analyses, and managing high-risk activities while maintaining zero-incident performance. Known for a strong field presence, effective workforce engagement, and building a culture of accountability and safe execution on active job sites.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Manager
MLN
Austin, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for all site personnel.
- Led incident investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborated with management to establish safety policies that align with regulatory standards.
- Mentored junior safety personnel, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a strong commitment to workplace safety throughout the organization.
- Developed emergency response plans that effectively addressed potential hazards on-site while minimizing downtime during crises.
- Collaborated with contract team to review client contracts and facilitate personnel compliance training.
Field Safety Supervisor
TDIndustries
Midland, TX
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Regulatory compliance: Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and other relevant regulations.
- Risk assessment: Conducted job hazard analyses (JHAs) and pre-task planning to control site hazards.
- Training & leadership: Led site orientations, safety meetings, and training sessions for workers at all levels.
- Incident response: Managed accident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans.
- Controlled high-risk works including energization, cable pulling, heavy lifting, confined space, and working at height.
- Supported testing & commissioning (T&C)
- Managed and enforced safety protocols and procedures on job sites to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with project managers to integrate safety measures into project planning and execution.
- Developed emergency response plans and conducted drills to ensure readiness for various scenarios.
- Managed and maintained safety-related documentation, including MSDS sheets and safety data.
Lead HSE Advisor
The Wood Group
Midland, TX
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses in a gas plant with 40% H2S.
- Sign over hot work, crane, equipment, confined space, excavation and trenching permits prior to work.
- Submitting Daily/Weekly Reports.
- Supervised safety audits, PSSR's and oversaw investigations into plant quality issues.
- Investigating accidents and incidents to determine their root causes, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling usage of equipment and materials.
- Organized and coordinated comprehensive and consistent training drills to increase employee safety awareness.
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace.
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Providing safety training for employees, including hazard recognition, safe work practices, and emergency response procedures.
- Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
- Conducting regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure that safety measures are in place and properly maintained.
Undesignated Seaman
US Navy
Norfolk, VA
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
- Wrote daily vessel reports and updated logs, detailing issues and remediation efforts.
- Examined machinery to verify pressures or lubricant flows.
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Efficiently coordinated logistics functions including supply chain management and maintenance services for deployed units.
- Coordinated with other units to ensure efficient completion of assigned tasks on time and within budget constraints.
Education
High School diploma -
Lehman High School
Kyle, TX01-2014
Skills
- Incident Investigations
- Oil & gas
- Commercial construction
- Fire and Safety Guidance
- Excavation safety
- Confined space entry
- Blueprint reading
- Planning & Organizing
- Root cause analysis
- Site Visits
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical safety
Certification
- Process safety management, 2023-11-01
- H2S Train the trainer, 2023-08-01
- CORE 4 Heavy Equipment Trainer
- OSHA 500/510/511, 2023-06-01
- OSHA 10/30
- First Aid/AED/CPR Certification
- Confined Space Certification
- NFPA 70E
- LOTO
- CHST (pending)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Site Safety Manager
MLN
01.2026 - Current
Field Safety Supervisor
TDIndustries
09.2023 - 01.2026
Lead HSE Advisor
The Wood Group
12.2021 - 09.2023
Undesignated Seaman
US Navy
07.2018 - 12.2021
High School diploma -
Lehman High School
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Willing To Relocate: AnywhereAuthorized To Work: US for any employer