Damien Seales
Philadelphia,MS
Summary
Safety professional with experience ensuring workplace safety and compliance. Skilled in risk assessment, hazard prevention, and emergency response planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable with expertise in regulatory compliance, safety training, and incident investigation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Coordinator
Edward Electric
08.2025 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams in emergency preparedness drills, improving response times and employee readiness.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in occupational health and safety regulations, promoting knowledge sharing.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Led emergency response drills, ensuring staff readiness for various emergencies including fires, chemical spills, and medical crises.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
Safety Coordinator
Bachelor & Kimball
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees, enhancing compliance and awareness.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards, ensuring a proactive approach to workplace safety.
- Collaborated with management to establish safety policies, fostering a culture of accountability and responsibility.
- Monitored incident reports and analyses to propose corrective actions, reducing recurrence of safety issues.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing safety programs, recommending improvements based on industry standards and feedback.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problemsolving.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
- Developed Lockout/Tagout protocols specific to each piece of machinery within the facility as per OSHA guidelines.
- Conducted periodic audits of safety initiatives in place, identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate actions to maintain best practices.
Safety Coordinator
Zachery Industrial
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for employees, enhancing compliance and awareness.
- Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
- Coordinated with external vendors for equipment maintenance, guaranteeing optimal functionality of all safety systems.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Streamlined reporting processes for safety incidents, increasing accuracy and efficiency in documentation.
- Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
Roustabout
Seadrill
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to successful drilling projects by efficiently handling manual labor tasks such as mixing mud or moving pipes.
- Bolstered productivity with timely transport of essential tools and materials across the work site.
- Completed accurate documentation for inventory control, job progress reports, and incident reporting.
- Improved team communication by actively participating in daily safety meetings and shift handovers.
- Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently.
Roughneck
Parker Drilling Company
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Reported to driller about machine malfunctions or other problems.
- Washed drilling rig and performed regular maintenance and inspections.
- Assisted floor hands in cleaning and maintaining floor.
- Cleaned up and inspected equipment after use.
- Expedited pipe connection processes during drilling operations through efficient use of tongs, slips, elevators, and other tools.
Pipefitter
Casey Industrial, Inc
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Participate in daily safety meetings.
- Read ISO drawings to locate pipe to be prepped and installed.
- Use P&ID drawings with fitter to walk down packages to be sold.
- Bevel and prep pipe for fits.
- Bolt up large and small bore flanges and valves.
- Hang rigging and assist with bull rigging to move pipe onto coordinates.
Roughneck
Patterson-UTI
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Reported to driller about machine malfunctions or other problems.
- Washed drilling rig and performed regular maintenance and inspections.
- Assisted floor hands in cleaning and maintaining floor.
- Cleaned up and inspected equipment after use.
- Assisted in the operation of heavy equipment, ensuring proper lifting and maneuvering of drilling components as required.
Pipefitter
EnerMech
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Participate in daily safety meetings.
- Read ISO drawings to locate pipe to be prepped and installed.
- Use P&ID drawings with fitter to walk down packages to be sold.
- Bevel and prep pipe for fits.
- Bolt up large and small bore flanges and valves.
Pipefitter Helper
Yates Construction Company
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Participate in daily safety meetings.
- Read ISO drawings to locate pipe to be prepped and installed.
- Use P&ID drawings with fitter to walk down packages to be sold.
- Bevel and prep pipe for fits.
- Bolt up large and small bore flanges and valves.
- Hang rigging and assist with bull rigging to move pipe onto coordinates.
Pipefitter Helper
EnerMech
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Participate in daily safety meetings.
- Read ISO drawings to locate pipe to be prepped and installed.
- Use P&ID drawings with fitter to walk down packages to be sold.
- Bevel and prep pipe for fits.
- Bolt up large and small bore flanges and valves.
- Hang rigging and assist with bull rigging to move pipe onto coordinates.
Pipefitter Helper
Casey Industrial, Inc
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Participate in daily safety meetings.
- Read ISO drawings to locate pipe to be prepped and installed.
- Use P&ID drawings with fitter to walk down packages to be sold.
- Bevel and prep pipe for fits.
- Bolt up large and small bore flanges and valves.
- Hang rigging and assist with bull rigging to move pipe onto coordinates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Neshoba Central High School
Philadelphia, MS05.2016
Skills
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Training and mentoring
- Recordkeeping skills
- OSHA standards and codes
- Hazard identification
- Records/files maintenance
- OSHA regulations
Certification
OSHA 10
OSHA 30
OSHA 300 RECORDKEEPING
Timeline
Safety Coordinator
Edward Electric
08.2025 - Current
Safety Coordinator
Bachelor & Kimball
07.2024 - 05.2025
Safety Coordinator
Zachery Industrial
09.2023 - 07.2024
Roustabout
Seadrill
01.2023 - 08.2023
Roughneck
Parker Drilling Company
09.2022 - 12.2022
Pipefitter
Casey Industrial, Inc
03.2022 - 09.2022
Roughneck
Patterson-UTI
02.2021 - 01.2022
Pipefitter
EnerMech
03.2020 - 12.2020
Pipefitter Helper
Yates Construction Company
05.2019 - 01.2020
Pipefitter Helper
EnerMech
08.2018 - 03.2019
Pipefitter Helper
Casey Industrial, Inc
02.2018 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Neshoba Central High School