Hi, I’m
Enrique Alegria
Safety Director
Arlington,TX
Summary
SAFETY DIRECTOR
Process Improvement | Culture Alignment | Performance Management
Transformational HSE leader leveraging 20+ years of experience managing safety programs for diverse companies and team
leadership experience to drive large-scale process improvements with budget oversight. Recognized as a forward-thinking safety
culture turnaround expert, improving underperforming programs to meet/exceed objectives. Energetic talent maximizer who builds an
engaging safety culture while leading team members to maximize their potential to care actively. An influential decision-maker, strong
communicator, and complex problem-solver who thrives in changing safety cultures navigating unique demands, challenges, and risks.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Director
11.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Responsible for the safety and health program of the corporation
- Ensuring all team members are engaged, trained, and equipped to accomplish their daily task injury free
- Instrumental in reducing EMR to .76 during tenure
- Directed the implementation of protocols for safety audits, training, and claim management
- Reduced recordableinjuries,eliminatedlosstimeinjuries,andreducedsafetymetrics
- Implemented safety advisory committee and incident investigation committee
- Led the implementation of risk assessment techniques for design-build, construction, and service, hand-off meetings and close- out project meetings
- Collaborating with project management staff and estimators to include safety expenditures in future projects
- Established a protocol for subcontractor safety procedure review
- Implemented a training program for supervisors, field personnel and safety managers
- Managed Incidents and engaged team members to achieve excellent safety records below industry standards Develop procedures to comply with client requirements through ISN and Avetta Managed budget by instituting procedures for purchasing and allocation of equipment
- Adopted technology to manage safety and training resulting in more efficient safety records, training, and data analysis.
Enrique
Regional Safety Manager
07.2014 - 10.2016
Job overview
- Improved safety throughout the Southwest region by conducting regular audits and identifying potential hazards
- Investigated incidents to determine root cause and took immediate action to mitigate future risk
- Trained team members on a variety of safety protocols, OSHA standards, and procedures
- Remained current on new laws impacting compliance with industry requirements and disseminated information to management and staff
- Provided safety training certification services (OSHA, scaffold training) Provided databases for personnel training recordkeeping requirements
- Provide subject matter expertise with respect to Environmental/Safety Management Systems
- Managed EHS program, implementing company policies and procedures for assigned region
- Reduced incidents by developing and implementing new safety training procedures
- Implemented learning organization principles by keeping and updating detailed records of each incident and communicating deficiencies wo team members and management.
JBI Electrical System, IncFort Worth, TX
06.2008 - 09.2014
Enrique
Alegria
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Safety Director
08.2008 - 09.2014
Job overview
- A safety director, I have worked tirelessly to establish a foundation for a safety culture within my company
- With a solid commitment to safety and a focus on educating employees about potential hazards, I have created an environment where safety is a value rather than a priority
- Through the implementation of safety procedures and regular safety audits, I have been able to significantly reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the workplace
- My dedication to safety has earned me the respect of my colleagues, and I am proud to have played a key role in creating a safer workplace for everyone
- Directed the implementation of corporate safety vision statement
- Conducted safety training sessions for all employees Performed regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with established safety standards Managed the company's Workers' Compensation Program Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for the company's construction projects
- Developed protocols for root cause analysis of accidents and near-misses and making recommendations for corrective action Implemented safety orientation for new hires
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations
Southwest GroupDallas, TX
Safety Director
03.2006 - 06.2008
Job overview
- Governed all aspects of safety program that encompassed three divisions
- Ensured each team member felt confident in their personal responsibilities
- Assessed business strategies to develop more efficient and productive ways to accomplish daily goals
- Significantly minimized number of incidents over course of 2 years
- Established and managed protocols for workers compensation benefits and transitional duty program Prevented workplace injuries by providing individualized training on safety procedures
- Developed a successful team by actively recruiting, hiring, and placing staff
- Reduced worker compensation premiums and overall expenses by decreasing number of incidents in the workplace
- Negotiated contract to convert the Visa card to a chip-enabled Mastercard, with 7-figure signing bonus, the largest signing bonus in company history with Mastercard paying for the conversion in its entirety
- Drove organization to pass all third-party audits, after failing numerous audits in the past
- Implemented a new instant issue product, completing the project on time and below budget
- Spearheaded multiple complex projects and conversions including replacement of all company ATMs, offsite storage facility relocation, corporate bond review, lending operating system implementation, share and loan disclosure vendor review, and share draft production vendor review/negotiation
- All projects completed on time and within budget.
Potter Concrete
Safety Manager
10.2001 - 03.2006
Job overview
- Assisted safety Director in the implementation of a safety program that achieved .68 EMR with in four years, responsible for recruitment, selection of all personnel for field operations including mixer drivers, carpenters, laborers, superintendents, and concrete finishers
- Responsible for initial orientation and safety training
- Conducted initial incident investigations and managed injuries for transitional duty work
- Conducted safety audits for field operations.
Master of Science, Columbia Southern UniversityOrange Beach, AL
OSHA Outreach Trainer, Aid Instructor Trainer
Job overview
- Occupational Safety and Health Environmental Management, , Construction and General Industry
- CSHO Construction and General Industry
- CPR First
Skills
- Strategic Planning / HSE Compliance
- Safety Audits
- Company Policies
- Transformational Leadership
- Performance Management
- Incident Investigation
- Crisis Management
- Risk Management / Assessment
- Workers Compensation
- Record Maintenance
- Safety Training Programs
- OSHA Regulations
Timeline
Safety Director
11.2016 - Current
Regional Safety Manager
Enrique
07.2014 - 10.2016
Alegria Page 2 of 2 Safety Director
Enrique
08.2008 - 09.2014
JBI Electrical System, Inc
06.2008 - 09.2014
Safety Director
Southwest Group
03.2006 - 06.2008
Safety Manager
Potter Concrete
10.2001 - 03.2006
OSHA Outreach Trainer, Aid Instructor Trainer
Master of Science, Columbia Southern University