Lester Atmore
Tamarac
Summary
Safety Manager with extensive experience in the aviation sector, achieving a 30% decrease in non-compliance incidents through strategic risk management. Proficient in regulatory compliance and cultivating a proactive safety culture that boosts operational efficiency and employee involvement. Demonstrated analytical and communication skills drive successful safety initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
East Regional QHSE Manager
Swissport INC
10.2024 - Current
- Managed QHSE operations across 15 stations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulations.
- Conducted regular safety audits, achieving a 30% reduction in non-compliance incidents.
- Fostered proactive workplace safety culture, which improved employee engagement and decreased accidents by 15%.
- Liaised between departments to enhance communication and boost operational efficiency.
- Implemented corrective and preventive measures to improve safety compliance and reduce necessary actions.
- Streamlined tracking of OJIs and Workers Comp cases, improving response time by 25%.
Manager of Airport Quality Assurance (ASQA)
Spirit Airlines
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversaw ASQA program, leading team of 3 to foster collaboration and effectiveness.
- Achieved 100% accountability through effective implementation of Corrective Action Plans for audit findings.
- Managed Airport Operations QA Auditing Team, focusing on performance management and coaching for improved audit outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive audits, ensuring compliance and resulting in 25% increase in audit pass rates.
- Issued and monitored Corrective Action Requests, analyzing trends to facilitate proactive solutions.
- Led initiatives to manage significant system changes, enhancing operational resilience and compliance.
Safety Manager of Airport Services
Spirit Airlines
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded documentation and record-keeping for Safety Risk Management, improving audit readiness and compliance reporting efficiency.
- Initiated safety improvement programs leading to a 40% reduction in reported incidents.
- Ensured 100% compliance during IOSA audits through meticulous preparation and execution.
- Cultivated team member development, achieving high engagement scores in safety culture assessments.
- Championed monthly Safety Action meetings to drive strategic safety initiatives with senior management.
Program Lead, Ground Ops & Safety
Spirit Airlines
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated safety operations strategies resulting in improved hazard identification processes.
Ground Ops Safety Analyst
Spirit Airlines
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced risk assessment methodologies, contributing to a safer operational environment.
Training and Compliance
Spirit Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed and delivered compliance training programs, resulting in 95% audit pass rates.
Station Training Supervisor
Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Oversaw training for 300+ ramp agents, enhancing overall operational safety and service quality.
- Developed comprehensive training reports and assessments that informed management decisions and training standards improvement.
Ramp Service Agent
Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Optimized ramp operations procedures, ensuring timely and safe loading of baggage, and the lavatory which also include following procedures to properly drain the lavatory.
Investigation Specialist
Broward County Medical Examiner's Office
04.2012 - 01.2019
- Conducted thorough investigations while maintaining professional integrity and sensitivity for families involved.
Airport Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Optimized guest check in operations procedures, ensuring timely and safe boarding/ flight manifest.
Lead Ground Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Managed ground operations teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols during aircraft servicing operations.
Education
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute - Culinary Arts
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL09-1997
High School Diploma -
Stranahan High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-1995
Some College (No Degree) -
Alabama University
Tuscaloosa, ALSkills
- OSHA safety training
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Safety management software
- Quality assurance methodologies
- Leadership and team building
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Project management and deadline adherence
Skills Certifications
- OSHA Safety Training
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and risk management procedures
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in safety management software and quality assurance methodologies
- Leadership and team-building expertise
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month multiple times
- Dynamic duo Award
- 100% System wide compliance award
Timeline
East Regional QHSE Manager
Swissport INC
10.2024 - Current
Manager of Airport Quality Assurance (ASQA)
Spirit Airlines
01.2023 - 10.2024
Safety Manager of Airport Services
Spirit Airlines
01.2022 - 01.2023
Program Lead, Ground Ops & Safety
Spirit Airlines
01.2021 - 01.2022
Ground Ops Safety Analyst
Spirit Airlines
01.2020 - 01.2021
Training and Compliance
Spirit Airlines
01.2019 - 01.2020
Station Training Supervisor
Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
Ramp Service Agent
Spirit Airlines
01.2018 - 01.2019
Investigation Specialist
Broward County Medical Examiner's Office
04.2012 - 01.2019
Airport Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
01.2009 - 01.2015
Lead Ground Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
01.2008 - 01.2015
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute - Culinary Arts
Fort Lauderdale Art Institute
High School Diploma -
Stranahan High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Alabama University
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