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Hunter Chappell

West Orange

Summary

Experienced and safety-conscious supervisor with ten years of experience in both new construction and turn-arounds, with the last 8 years being in a safety orientated role. Dedicated and proactive safety professional with hands-on experience overseeing high-risk construction environments, including substations, battery energy storage systems, wind turbines, and oil and gas industries, with a strong focus on compliance, hazard mitigation, and building a culture of safety excellence. Employee-focused Safety Supervisor with a deep understanding of OSHA regulations. Skilled in inspecting and evaluating construction sites for safety concerns. Offering articulate presentation skills to lead staff training sessions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Supervisor

RES
01.2025 - Current
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and local safety regulations specific to substation and BESS environments.
  • Oversee daily safety inspections and audits of work zones, equipment, and personnel behavior.
  • Conduct and document daily safety meetings and toolbox talks tailored to high-voltage and energy storage risks.
  • Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up corrective actions.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture through behavior-based safety observations and coaching.
  • Coordinate emergency response plans, including fire hazards related to lithium-ion battery systems.

Safety Advisor

Turner Industries
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Ensure compliance with all hazardous work permits and site environmental permits.
  • Evaluate situations where a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists, and determine how such situations should be handled.
  • Preform behavior based observations to determine any trending risks or behaviors.
  • Trained and mentored new scaffolding team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols and increase overall team efficiency.

Safety Professional

Mallory Safety Services
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Ensures that all safety regulations, codes, and standards are followed at the wind turbine facility. Conducts regular audits and inspections to identify and rectify safety hazards.
  • Conducts risk assessments and hazard analyses for all activities related to wind turbine operations. Develops risk mitigation strategies and recommends safety measures to minimize workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Participates in safety committee meetings and collaborates with management, employees, and contractors to promote a safety culture at the wind turbine facility. Reviews safety policies, provides feedback, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety Advisor

Brock Services/CITGO
Sulphur
03.2022 - 08.2023
  • Basic skill in investigating and analyzing incidents and their causes.
  • Implement and enforce safety policies and procedures to promote safe work practices and reduce the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, ANZI, NEC, NFPA, EPA, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, and General Industry.
  • Lead the site HSE Safety Program and drive employee engagement, through safety projects and new initiatives and timely reporting of safety issues.
  • Train and mentor new hires and apprentices in scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling techniques.
  • Conduct regular safety meetings and toolbox talks to reinforce safety awareness and best practices among the scaffold crew.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of scaffold inventory, PPE, and safety incidents.

Environmental Health & Safety Technician

Turner Ind./Sasol
West Lake
05.2019 - 03.2022
  • Promote continuous improvement of site safety culture through visible leadership.
  • Basic knowledge of IT (Internet, Excel, PPT, Word, facilities with systems).
  • Obtain setup permits and adhere to safety regulations for the safety of employees and contractors.
  • Maintain daily records and process reports to keep track of project progress and safety compliance.
  • Collaborate with supervisors and other team members to ensure project goals and safety procedures are met.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and encourage safety awareness among team members.
  • Train new team members on safety procedures and scaffolding techniques.

Safety Advisor

Brock/Cameron LNG
Hackberry
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Ensure compliance with all hazardous work permits and site environmental permits.
  • Evaluate situations where a worker has refused to work on the grounds that danger or potential harm exists, and determine how such situations should be handled.
  • Preform behavior based observations to determine any trending risks or behaviors.
  • Trained and mentored new scaffolding team members to ensure adherence to safety protocols and increase overall team efficiency.

Skills

  • Safety awareness and compliance
  • Workplace inspections
  • Risk mitigation
  • Problem solving
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Effective crew and time management
  • Material management and inventory
  • Job order interpretation and execution
  • Blueprints and specifications reading
  • Permitting and regulatory compliance
  • Record-keeping and report generation
  • Collaborative team leadership
  • OSHA and industry regulation knowledge
  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Attention to detail and quality assurance
  • Quality control

Certification

  • NCCER # 20343052
  • OSHA 30
  • NFPA 70E
  • OSHA 510
  • OSHA 500
  • Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST)
  • Field Safety Certification
  • Safety Technology Certification
  • Construction Site Safety Supervisor Certification

Timeline

Safety Supervisor

RES
01.2025 - Current

Safety Advisor

Turner Industries
10.2024 - 12.2024

Safety Professional

Mallory Safety Services
08.2023 - 10.2024

Safety Advisor

Brock Services/CITGO
03.2022 - 08.2023

Environmental Health & Safety Technician

Turner Ind./Sasol
05.2019 - 03.2022

Safety Advisor

Brock/Cameron LNG
06.2017 - 04.2019

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