Kristhina Vargas
Bronx,NY
Summary
Safety-conscious HSE Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and emergency response planning. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance workplace safety and health standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
HSE Coordinator
Liebherr Panama - Minera Panama
Panama City
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Development of a safety plan, an emergency plan, evacuation routes, emergency brigades in maintenance work, warranty, and evaluation of UltraClass trucks for mining.
- Investigated accidents or incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions.
- Coordinated medical surveillance programs for workers exposed to hazardous substances.
- Led strategic planning and implementation of long-range plans for environmental programs.
- Analyzed data from inspections, investigations and surveys to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors requiring attention.
- Conducted regular safety audits of equipment, tools and machinery used in the workplace.
- Assisted with preparing monthly HSE performance reports for senior management review.
HSE Coordinator
HL Ingenieros de Panamá, S.A.-Proyecto Tanques Panam/Minera Panamá
Panama City
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Project coordinator at the national level, supervision of direct personnel and subcontractors, delivery of HSE reports to management at headquarters and client
Preparation of documentation reports, daily and monthly
Field supervision - Analyzed data from inspections, investigations and surveys to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors requiring attention.
- Ensured that personal protective equipment is readily available when required.
Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment
Constructora de Edificaciones, S.A. - Parque Logístico Vacamonte
Panama City
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Evacuation Routes, First Aid Plan, supervision of direct personnel and subcontractors, personnel supervision
Preparation of documentation reports, daily and monthly
98 people under my supervision and direct command. - Inspected job sites for adherence to established safety guidelines before any work begins.
- Monitored environmental compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed safety protocols and procedures for employees to follow.
Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment
Grupo Céspedes, S.A. - UNOPS - Howard
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Preparation of Safety Plans, Emergency Plans, Evacuation Routes, First Aid Plan, supervision of direct personnel and subcontractors, personnel supervision
10 people under my supervision and direct command, 30 people under indirect supervision. - Inspected job sites for adherence to established safety guidelines before any work begins.
- Monitored effects of human activity impacting soil, water and air quality.
- Developed safety protocols and procedures for employees to follow.
- Advised government agencies, industry partners and general public about environmental issues based on sound scientific and technical information.
Health, Safety, Enviromental & Quality Supervisor
SoEnergy Panama
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Panama II Power Generation Plant
2 people under supervision and direct command, 30 under indirect supervision - Executed written quality control protocols, gathered data and generated reports with support of team members.
- Performed root cause analysis of non-conforming products and identified corrective actions.
- Documented inspection results, maintained records, and reported on data trends.
Health, Safety & Enviromental Responsible
SAMPOL Panamá, S.A. - Third Set of Locks Project - Panama Canal Ampliation
03.2015 - 06.2015
- Preparation of Safety Plans, Emergency Plans, Evacuation Routes, First Aid Plan, supervision of direct personnel and subcontractors, preparation of tests and quality reports.
- Human Resource Administration.
- Preparation of documentation reports, daily and monthly.
5 people under my supervision and direct command, 29 people under indirect supervision. - Assessed ergonomic conditions of workspaces for potential injury prevention measures.
- Monitored air quality levels within the facility as part of an ongoing effort to prevent pollution.
Health, Safety, Enviromental & Quality Responsible
FCC Industrial de Panamá, S.A.
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Coordinator of projects at the national level, preparation of Security Plans, Emergency Plans, Evacuation Routes, First Aid Plan, supervision of direct personnel and subcontractors, preparation of tests and quality reports, documentation control.
- Monitoring and adaptation of quality plan.
- 8 people under supervision and direct command, 120 under indirect supervision.
- Contributed to root cause evaluation to mitigate risk and foster continuous improvement.
Head of Occupational Safety and Health - Construct
Constructora Cumo, S.A.
01.2013 - 01.2014
- 15 people under supervision and direct command, 220 under indirect supervision.
- Reviewed job descriptions to identify potential hazards associated with each role.
- Maintained records of all health and safety trainings conducted throughout the year.
- Monitored employee performance related to safety practices and provided feedback when necessary.
- Trained staff on how to safely operate machinery and equipment.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
Industrial Safety Inspector
ConConcreto Internacional, S.A.
03.2012 - 01.2014
- In charge of inspecting the project, enforcing current safety standards, preparing reports, monitoring accidents/incidents, brigade member.
- 3 people under supervision and direct command, 150 under indirect supervision.
- Assessed workplace conditions to identify any hazardous materials or situations that could lead to injury or illness.
- Reviewed plans for new or modified facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured the proper handling, storage, labeling and disposal of hazardous materials according to local laws and regulations.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Supported health and safety technicians aligned to facility by providing guidance, coaching and direction.
Occupational Safety and Health Technician
Consorcio Línea Uno Metro de Panamá
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Responsible for ensuring the safety of workers in deep excavation work, load mobilization.
- 50 people per work area in indirect supervision.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Maintained accurate records of all health and safety activities conducted by the organization.
- Analyzed data from incident investigations to identify trends or recurring issues.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Responded quickly to any reported health and safety concerns in the workplace.
SYSO Resident
CNV Internacional, S.A. - North Pier Extension Toc
10.2009 - 11.2010
- Responsible for ensuring the safety and health of workers in deep excavation work, with class 1 risks in various areas.
- 2 people under supervision and direct command, 25 under indirect supervision.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Maintained accurate records of all health and safety activities conducted by the organization.
- Supported health and safety technicians aligned to facility by providing guidance, coaching and direction.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
Jefa de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional
Ampliación de Planta CEMEX - Línea 2
04.2009 - 08.2009
- Instalación de recubrimientos en silos y estructuras adyacentes
- 30 personas bajo supervisión indirecta
Occupational Safety and Health Supervisor.
Cilsa Panamá, S.A - Ampliación del Canal PAC 2
11.2008 - 03.2009
- Responsible for ensuring the safety and health of employees in the execution of earthmoving work and blasting processes with the use of explosives.
- Member of a brigade.
- 35 people under supervision and direct command.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning and adherence to safety protocols.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Provided guidance on hazardous materials management.
- Reviewed incident reports to determine potential risk factors and preventative measures.
Education
Engineering - Risk Prevention And Environment
ULACEX
01-2018
Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Safety and Health
Universidad Especializada De Las Américas´
Panama01.2012
Bachelor - Science Education
Colegio Daniel Octavio Crespo
Panama01.2001
Basic Course - First aid
Red Cross
PanamaQualified - Occupational Safety and Health
UTP
Training - Competent Person in Confined Spaces
Work Place
Inspection And Evaluation - Jobs
Work Place
Skills
- Confined space entry
- Waste management
- Chemical handling
- Fall protection
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Safety training
- Incident investigation
- Environmental management
- Occupational health
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HSE Coordinator
Liebherr Panama - Minera Panama
06.2018 - 11.2019
HSE Coordinator
HL Ingenieros de Panamá, S.A.-Proyecto Tanques Panam/Minera Panamá
07.2017 - 12.2017
Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment
Constructora de Edificaciones, S.A. - Parque Logístico Vacamonte
06.2016 - 12.2016
Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment
Grupo Céspedes, S.A. - UNOPS - Howard
06.2015 - 09.2015
Health, Safety & Enviromental Responsible
SAMPOL Panamá, S.A. - Third Set of Locks Project - Panama Canal Ampliation
03.2015 - 06.2015
Health, Safety, Enviromental & Quality Responsible
FCC Industrial de Panamá, S.A.
08.2014 - 01.2015
Health, Safety, Enviromental & Quality Supervisor
SoEnergy Panama
01.2014 - 08.2015
Head of Occupational Safety and Health - Construct
Constructora Cumo, S.A.
01.2013 - 01.2014
Industrial Safety Inspector
ConConcreto Internacional, S.A.
03.2012 - 01.2014
Occupational Safety and Health Technician
Consorcio Línea Uno Metro de Panamá
01.2011 - 02.2012
SYSO Resident
CNV Internacional, S.A. - North Pier Extension Toc
10.2009 - 11.2010
Jefa de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional
Ampliación de Planta CEMEX - Línea 2
04.2009 - 08.2009
Occupational Safety and Health Supervisor.
Cilsa Panamá, S.A - Ampliación del Canal PAC 2
11.2008 - 03.2009
Engineering - Risk Prevention And Environment
ULACEX
Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Safety and Health
Universidad Especializada De Las Américas´
Bachelor - Science Education
Colegio Daniel Octavio Crespo
Basic Course - First aid
Red Cross
Qualified - Occupational Safety and Health
UTP
Training - Competent Person in Confined Spaces
Work Place
Inspection And Evaluation - Jobs
Work Place
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