Grecia Montes England
Fort Walton Beach,FL
Summary
Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health professional with 13+ years of experience with solid background in occupational health and safety management at military installations. MS in Occupational Safety and Health/Environmental Management successfully implemented health programs that improved workplace safety and compliance. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory adherence. Experienced with monitoring workplace environments to ensure safety standards are met. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and best practices in occupational health and safety. Certified Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), Laser Safety Officer (LSO), Asbestos Inspector, HAZWOPER, and HAZDOT.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Specialist II
Reliance Test and Technology (RT&T)
11.2021 - Current
- Conduct industrial hygiene surveys across 724-square-mile Eglin Test area and geographically separated work centers. Perform workplace assessments for ionizing/non-ionizing radiation (RF emissions, NORM, RAM), ventilation, noise, air quality, and lighting per OSHA, EPA, NRC, and Air Force regulations. Execute quarterly contamination surveys at Radioactive Control Areas. Analyze laboratory results and prepare technical reports with recommendations.
- Determine methods for spill response, hazardous waste collection, transportation, and disposal. Monitor hazardous waste collection sites and resolve HAZMAT management issues. Conduct surveys for HAZMAT, HazWaste, NORM, and RAM to determine hazard severity and develop corrective measures. Assist during HAZMAT spills and cleanup operations.
- Serve as alternate Radiation Safety Officer and Laser Safety Officer. Coordinate thermoluminescent dosimeter program and conduct evaluative surveys of radar frequency emissions. Ensure NRC and Air Force radiation protection compliance. Manage two RAM permits with zero violations during unannounced RIC inspections (Fully Compliant rating).
- Work with test site supervisors and government specialists to ensure environmental and occupational compliance per Air Force publications and federal/state laws. Assess workplace hazards, recommend medical surveillance for exposed personnel, and design control measures, including PPE selection, ventilation improvements, and administrative controls.
- Maintain records and create charts, briefings, and reports using MS Office. Communicate with Air Force personnel, E-OMS contract management, and supervision at all levels. Assist federal agencies (Florida DEP, RIC, EPA) during onsite inspections.
- Facilitate monthly AED/CPR training. Serve as alternate unit environmental coordinator. Guide less experienced personnel and teach senior management to identify, evaluate, and control occupational health hazards.
- Eglin Operations and Maintenance Services (E-OMS), Eglin Air Force Base, FL
- Achieved a Fully Compliant rating during an unannounced NRC and RIC inspection of two radioactive material permits with zero discrepancies or violations.
- Identified 253 non-compliant first aid kits; implemented corrective action plan achieving 98% compliance within six months and $25K cost savings.
- Investigated safety and environmental issues, identifying 600+ findings and isolating 370 discrepancies for corrective action; resolved all discrepancies within 10 days.
- Contributed to OSHA training, environmental inspections, and contracting officer audits. Received multiple cash awards for safety and environmental interventions that reduced risk facility-wide.
- Identified and corrected 200+ hazardous waste and materials discrepancies, contributing to the highest contract compliance score.
- Conducted workplace assessments to identify health hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented occupational health programs to enhance employee well-being.
Safety Manager
United States Navy (USN)
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Managed occupational health and safety program for 62-bed hospital serving 450+ personnel. Conducted workplace inspections to identify respiratory hazards, HAZMAT exposure, and environmental conditions. Evaluated and recommended respiratory protection and HAZMAT storage/handling procedures. Advised leadership on industrial hygiene policies, PPE requirements, and control measures. Supervised 45+ safety representatives. Provided OSHA and safety training to all hospital personnel and managed $12-15K safety budget.
- Naval Hospital, Rota, Spain
- Elevated safety inspection score from 54% to 100% by implementing a comprehensive safety program.
- Conducted 1,000+ N95 respirator fit tests during COVID-19; awarded DHA Ready and Resilient Award (2020).
- Achieved 100% compliance rating during annual Occupational Health Management Evaluation inspection.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with Navy regulations.
Safety Technician/ Work Center Supervisor / Fire Warden
USN
03.2011 - 07.2018
- Managed fire and occupational safety for 100+ staff. Conducted monthly and spot-check facility inspections, identifying and documenting safety discrepancies. Provided environmental management data to leadership for ESOH program decisions. Supervised 13 safety personnel and led Medical Inspector General compliance inspections.
- Supervised 40 personnel across three work centers ensuring workplace safety compliance. Improved gauge calibration program from 40% to 92% compliance.
- Led flight deck safety during extensive upgrade project. Conducted mishap investigations and analyzed hazardous conditions to determine causes. Awarded Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2013, 2015, 2018).
- Served as Fire Warden developing training on building evacuation and fire safety. Selected Junior Sailor of the Quarter (Q1 2017).
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for personnel across multiple departments.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Safety and Health/Environmental Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL03.2023
Skills
- Industrial Hygiene Surveys
- Environmental Assessments
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Radiation Safety (RSO)
- OSHA & EPA Compliance
- Air Quality & Ventilation
- Noise & Exposure Monitoring
- Confined Space Entry
- HAZMAT Spill Response
- Sample Collection & Lab Analysis
- PPE Selection & Use
- MS Office & Data Reporting
- Quality Assurance
Certification
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Training, McCoy and Associates, 2025
Laser Safety Officer (LSO), School of Aerospace Medicine, Department of the Air Force, 2025
Asbestos Inspector, University of Florida Training, Research and Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO) Center, 2025 (Certificate # 0074-008-34649)
AED/CPR Instructor, American Red Cross, 2024
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), Department of the Air Force, 2025 (annual)
Hazardous Materials regulated by the Department of Transportation (HAZDOT), Sorbent Technologies, Inc.(SorbTech), 2024 (biennial)
Radiation Safety Officer, Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Services Inc., 2022
MISHAP Investigator, MISHAP Naval Safety Center, 2019
OSHA 30-Hour Course, Navy Safety Center, 2019
Junior Enlisted Leadership Symposium, Naval Education and Training Command, 2017
Navy Instructor Training Course, Naval Education and Training Command, 2017
NEC-9SPA, Spanish, USN Credentialing Opportunities Online, 2016
NEC-9571, Safety Technician, Naval Safety and Environmental Training Center, 2014
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Specialist II
Reliance Test and Technology (RT&T)
11.2021 - Current
Safety Manager
United States Navy (USN)
07.2018 - 08.2021
Safety Technician/ Work Center Supervisor / Fire Warden
USN
03.2011 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Columbia Southern University
Master of Science - Occupational Safety and Health/Environmental Management
Columbia Southern University
Personal Information
- Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
- Nationality: U.S. Citizen
Additional Qualifications
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Accomplishments
§ During an unannounced inspection, the two radioactive material (RAM) permits were evaluated to ensure compliance with Air Force and NRC. The RIC inspected sample records, interviews of personnel and procedures in place. There were no discrepancies and violations, and the inspection rating was Fully Compliant.
§ During periodic inspection, found 253 first aid kits that were not compliant with American National Standards Institute standard Z308.1. Devised and executed a plan to realign kits with regulatory guidelines, saving $25K while achieving 98% compliance in six months
§ Assisted quality assurance with investigation of safety and environmental issues, identifying over 600 individual findings and isolating 370 discrepancies for corrective action. As a result, all discrepancies were resolved within 10 days of discovery.
§ Contributed to OSHA training, environmental inspections, and contracting officer audits. Acknowledged multiple times for safety and environmental suggestions and interventions that have reduced risk facility-wide. Received multiple cash awards for these contributions.
§ Found and corrected over 200 hazardous waste and materials discrepancies during routine inspections. As a result, greatly improved worksite safety throughout Eglin Air Force Base, and contributed to the highest contract compliance score the company has earned to date.
§ Promoted from ESOH Specialist I to II on 11/2023 following demonstration of expertise with company processes and receiving outstanding scores during annual performance evaluations.
§ Attended Columbia Southern University full-time while concurrently serving in this role full-time. Received President’s List Citations.
Security Clearance
Secret, 2030-02-01