Brandi Toulou
Cheyenne,WY
Summary
A seasoned HSE Professional with full understanding and experience training & implementing health, safety and environmental compliance. Experience in coaching and engaging employees on risk mitigation practices to ensure safe business operations of construction of facilities and pipelines, civil construction, commerical / heavy equipment operations, Oil & Gas exploration services. I seek to be professional, resolute, team player and always finding ways to gain more knowledge while enriching essential core values and safety management strategies of a reputable company within the culture of the workforce to maintain sustainability and longevity of an organization.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
HSE Coordinator
Holloman Corporation
Casper, WY
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained records of safety performance, including incident reports, safety meetings, and training logs.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Interacted with contractors' personnel and management teams throughout the duration of their projects on-site.
- Reviewed contractor's safety plans prior to commencement of work onsite.
- Conducted pre-job hazard analysis for each task performed by employees.
- Participated in weekly toolbox talks with workers about relevant safety topics.
- Organized monthly Safety Committee meetings to discuss relevant topics related to job site safety issues.
- Ensured that all workers were wearing proper personal protective equipment.
- Supervised safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents, with proper behaviors.
- Facilitated communication between the management team and new hires throughout the onboarding process.
- Coordinated with various departments within the organization to ensure a smooth transition of newly hired personnel into their respective roles.
- Evaluated test results for accuracy and completeness before submitting them to the relevant parties.
- Processed paperwork associated with each individual's test result accurately within established timeframes.
- Prepared specimen samples for laboratory analysis, according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Performed drug testing on employees in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained records of all laboratory tests conducted.
Operations Manager/Regional HSE Manager
Blue Diamond Consulting, LLC
Watford City, ND
02.2018 - 03.2024
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness, and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Reviewed financial reports each day and investigated variances with accounting staff to keep records accurate.
- Reduced average contract expenses by 22% through aggressive negotiations with vendors.
- Developed and submitted strategy and initiative reports to highlight current actions and proposed changes to the corporate committee.
- Evaluated upcoming program plans to forecast expected resource needs.
- Directed day-to-day operations focused on attainment of key business metrics, continuous improvement initiatives, and a 10-member management team with related direct reports.
- Developed and implemented daily operations plans, such as delivery routes, employee assignments, and promotional strategies.
- Strengthened performance metrics tracking and analysis to enhance tactical and strategic company plans.
- Protect company assets from loss, such as theft or damage, by setting and enforcing effective security policies.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget for over $100,000,000 in inventory.
- Devised, deployed, and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels by 30%.
- Established and administered an annual budget with effective controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate, and support sustainability objectives.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices by inspecting production areas regularly.
- Optimized organizational operations and facilitated decision-making by examining problem-solving concepts, including quantitative methods and techniques.
- Developed and maintained relationships with oil and gas customers and suppliers through continual communication.
- Responded to events, including network outages and issues related to circuits, websites, vendors, and telecoms.
- Boosted team performance with enhanced employee evaluation processes.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with process owners to refine procedures, devise best practices, and correct quality audit findings.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for 5 operations component exercises, resulting in 100 personnel trained to act quickly in critical roles.
- Worked in a matrix management environment with oversight of division-level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety, and compliance.
- Developed project management roadmap to define project objectives, timelines, and milestones.
VP Operations/Office Manager
Gemini Resources Group, LLC
Williston, ND
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Worked closely with General Manager in supervision of daily operations.
- Monitored employee performance, evaluations, identified safety issues and addresses operational needs.
- Ensure company policies and procedures were strictly followed.
- Handled all day to day operations including Billing, Payroll, Routing, scheduling, DOT and State Dept of Education and Safety Compliance, A/R, A/P, Monthly Financial Reports, Payroll, Invoicing, Billing, QuickBooks (intuit and Pro), ADP, Oildex, Excel, Word, Windows, Publisher, PowerPoint, Builder Trend, Background Checks, prepared organizational budget, general ledger, monthly statements, quarterly reports, daily deposits, drug testing, recruitment and hiring of location employees.
- Ensured all employees were up to date on certifications and licensing.
- Ensured company vehicles were in properly working condition and daily DVI (pre and post trip) forms were submitted daily.
- Cost control effectively managed P&L through business cycles.
- Managed company expenses including equipment rental and maintenance, credit cards, fuel cards, and purchase orders to ensure adherence to budget.
- Conducted monthly analysis to identify potential cost and time savings.
- Coordinated and maintained repairs for all equipment.
- Managed and nurtured vendor and client relationships to ensure exceptional rapport.
- Focused on providing analysis and applied results to improve business operations.
- Contributed to delivery of discipline/department goals through personal efforts or through influence over team members.
- Assumed responsibility for diverse safety protocols, security measures, loss prevention efforts, and environmental initiatives.
- Developed manpower requirements for dispatchers, supervisors, operators and laborers while evaluating structure revisions.
- Completed necessary daily and weekly reports for company and customer (standby report, vehicle maintenance report, manpower report, service quality/complaint and commendation report).
- Tracked and maintained employee attendance system, work hours, and vacation requests.
- Monitored and evaluated operation activities. Includes: revenue/cost data, total work hours, total pay hours, customer complaint data, accident data, road cell data, and other operation-related functions.
- Recommended and disciplined operations personnel. Interviewed for open positions and completed customer complaint investigations.
- Informed contact manager of potential risk within operations.
- Implemented management policies and made decisions regarding proper enforcement.
- Developed desktop procedure manuals for each position.
- Developed company handbook regarding policies and procedures to be followed, new company forms.
- Evaluated employee records and productivity, and submitted evaluation reports.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
Office Manager/Payroll Clerk/HSE Supervisor
Willbros Construction, LLC
Watford City, ND
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Collaborated with contract management and optimized procedures at numerous sites with 100 + employees.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Directed recordkeeping and paperwork preparation in line with OSHA requirements.
- Conducted new employee interviews, orientation and training, and provided ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
- Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
- Conducted safety evaluations to recommend alternate safety procedures.
- Assessed compliance of site operations, accuracy of forms and adequate employee notification for different policies.
- Updated contract, project and crew leaders with daily status reports on observations and incidents.
- Developed, implemented and trained on safety programs and injury prevention programs for 35 clients in oil and gas industry.
- Resolved client and employee problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support.
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
- Updated all company forms, employee lists, etc.
- Handled all new hire and termination paperwork. Ordered and stocked all office supplies and inventory equipment.
- Assisted with answering phones.
- Payroll, health benefits, managed company RV park and motel.
- Developed purchase order system. Tracked and processed all purchase orders to keep down company expenses.
- Handled new hire and termination paperwork.
- Restructured and organized entire office and payroll department to ensure more professional, smooth running and productive operation.
- Handled employee issues and resolved them in timely manner.
- Ran weekly payroll for 194 employees and distributed weekly paychecks. Ensured that total work hours were accurate.
- Ensured all employees had correct and properly working PPE.
- Assisted with getting permits and one calls.
- Monitored safe work practice and compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Attended and directed plan of day (POD) and plan of task (POT) meetings on daily basis.
- Conducted and completed jobsite safety audits.
- Performed complete investigations of all incidents, violations of policy, procedure, and safe practice.
- Worked closely with superintendents and supervisors to monitor OSHA compliance and ensure that all employees were following all policies, procedures, and safe practices while on the job.
- Monitored OSHA standards for any changes that need to be made aware to employees.
- Delivered training to employees when necessary or needed.
- Ensured drug testing policy was strictly followed by all employees.
- Prepared written incident reports and other activity reports.
- Always strived to make workspace more productive, safe, and friendly environment.
- Scheduled employees for any upcoming safety training and other certifications needed in the oilfield.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ronan High School
Ronan, Montana08.1993
Skills
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk analysis and management
- Schedule management
- Critical thinking and Attention to detail
- Employee Recruitment, Orientation and training
- Certified Instructor: PES Safeland, H2S Clear, Basic Pipeline Orientation, PEC Golden Shovel, Norm/TeNorm, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, NCCER OQ Evaluator, Veriforce OQ Evaluator, SAC, 40hr HAZWOPER, CSP
- Prioritization, Organization and Time Management
- Oilfield Safety Supervision/Management, Company Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Dot Compliance, Utility Pipeline/Facility Inspection
- Invoicing, Billing, Monthly Statements, and Daily Deposits
- HR, AP, AR, Payroll, Bookkeeping, Insurance Benefits, Onboarding Process
- Certified DOT/Non-DOT Collector
- Quickbooks, ADP, Oildex, SAP, Veriforce, NCCER, OSHA 510, First Aid/CPR/AED Certified, Competent Person Excavation, Trenching & Shoring
Employment References
- Nick Tarquinio-Holloman Corporation-Cell# 412-290-8441
- Cheryl Thompson-Blue Diamond Consulting-Cell# 701-260-1912
- Edward Longview-Gemini Resources-Cell# 701-260-1256
Timeline
HSE Coordinator
Holloman Corporation
04.2024 - Current
Operations Manager/Regional HSE Manager
Blue Diamond Consulting, LLC
02.2018 - 03.2024
VP Operations/Office Manager
Gemini Resources Group, LLC
02.2016 - 02.2018
Office Manager/Payroll Clerk/HSE Supervisor
Willbros Construction, LLC
01.2009 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Ronan High School