Maria E. Chavez
La Feria,USA
Summary
Diligent HSE Manager with solid foundation in site safety management and risk assessment. Proven ability to implement and oversee safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills in coordinating safety training programs and conducting site inspections. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Committee Member
BrandSafway
Taylor, Texas
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Participated in safety audits to identify potential hazards in workplace environments.
- Collaborated with team members to develop safety training programs for employees.
- Reviewed incident reports and contributed to developing preventive measures.
- Conducted regular audits of operational activities to ensure accuracy.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to address safety concerns effectively.
- Documented safety incidents and prepared reports for management review.
- Reviewed and updated safety policies to align with regulations.
- Ensured that all personnel are aware of any changes in regulations governing occupational health and safety.
- Maintained records of inspections, tests, and evaluations of safety systems.
- Performed regular workplace hazard assessments to identify potential risks or hazards in the work environment.
- Assisted in preparing reports related to safety activities such as incident rates, near misses, audits.
- Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
- Analyzed data from surveys, inspections, or other sources to determine areas that need improvement in terms of safety performance.
- Facilitated communication between management teams concerning health and safety initiatives.
- Monitored workers' use of personal protective equipment for compliance with established standards.
- Developed emergency response plans to minimize risk during hazardous events.
Site Safety Manager
Raptor Industrial
Osceola, AK
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Coordinated regular toolbox talks, reinforcing key safety concepts among employees on a consistent basis.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by holding individuals responsible for their safety performance and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Conducted thorough investigations into workplace incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Mentored junior safety personnel, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a strong commitment to workplace safety throughout the organization.
- Enhanced site safety by implementing comprehensive safety programs and procedures.
- Implemented innovative risk assessment strategies, significantly reducing the likelihood of accidents occurring on job sites.
- Maintained detailed records of all safety-related activities, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes.
- Provided ongoing support to supervisors in managing their teams' adherence to established safety standards and guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, conducting regular audits and addressing non-compliance issues promptly.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop and implement site-specific safety plans for various projects.
- Improved employee awareness of safety protocols by creating informative presentations, handouts, and visual aids.
- Verified that team members wore personal protective equipment in construction areas.
- Required subcontractors and site visitors to follow safety rules, regulations and OSHA standards.
- Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
- Investigated potential compliance violations and reported findings to senior management.
- Consulted with clients on best practices and served as manager for all process improvements and regulatory initiatives.
- Collaborated with contract team to review client contracts and facilitate personnel compliance training.
SAFETY TECHNICIAN
Brock Group
Vidalia, LA
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Inspect equipment and machinery to reduce unsafe conditions.
- Ensure heavy equipment such as forklifts are inspected prior to use.
- Safely led group of scaffold builders to erect and dismantle elevated structures.
- Review construction specs and ensure compliance of all scaffold safety components.
- Served as competent person to inspect scaffolds.
- Ensured LOTO procedures were followed.
- Submitted Job Safety forms.
- Reinforce a 100% tie-off policy when working at heights over 6' or higher.
- Conducted team safety meetings every day.
- Translated coordinated trainings and safety topics for employees.
- Fabricate, repair, assemble, dismantle, layout, maintain, install scaffolds.
- Read blueprints to effectively follow through procedures and use appropriate tools and material.
Industrial Insulator
Insulations Inc
Freeport, TX
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Installed, replaced, and removed insulation materials, focusing on maximizing energy efficiency and minimizing heat loss.
- Collaborated with the team to ensure optimal placement and performance of insulation around heating and cooling systems.
- Performed detailed assessments of existing insulation to recommend improvements or additional insulation, contributing to energy conservation efforts.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety guidelines and protocols, particularly in confined spaces and at heights.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with various types of industrial equipment including boilers, tanks, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, and turbines requiring specialized insulating techniques.
- Cultivated safety and efficiency at each work site by identifying potential hazards and promoting workplace safety to all team members.
- Set up and operated fabricating equipment to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal for insulation projects.
- Prepared surfaces for insulation with help of adhesives, cement and other compounds.
- Measured and prepared work materials and surfaces by marking dimensions and reference lines on material.
- Operated hand tools such as beader crimpers, brakes and shears.
- Measured, cut and laid insulating blankets for water heaters and tanks.
Industrial Insulator
BrandSafway
Mont Belvieu, TX
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Sorted and organized supplies inventory and ordered material stock from approved vendors.
- Applied and prepared cement, and other durable adhesives as part of insulation installation.
- Measured and prepared work materials and surfaces by marking dimensions and reference lines on material.
- Operated hand tools such as beader crimpers, brakes and shears.
- Measured, cut and laid insulating blankets for water heaters and tanks.
- Consistently maintained a clean work environment throughout each project phase, ensuring minimal disruption for clients during ongoing operations at their facilities.
- Measured and cut insulation for covering surfaces using tape measures, handsaws and scissors.
Apprentice Insulator
Brand Safway
Mont Belvieu, TX
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted in the installation of fiberglass, foam, and cellulose insulation materials under the supervision of experienced insulators.
- Prepared work sites by cleaning and removing hazardous materials, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace for insulation installation.
- Helped measure and cut insulation materials to fit around various building structures and utilities, learning precision and attention to detail.
Education
OSHA 510 - OSHA Education Center
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX 09.2025 - 09.2025
NCCER Certifications - Occupational Health And Safety
Safety Builders & Consultants LLC
McAllen, TX 03.2024 - 03.2024
OSHA 10 - Outreach Training Program- Construction
360 Training
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Construction safety
- Hazard identification
- Safety training development
- Accident investigation
- Occupational health management
- Contractor management
- Construction site management
- OSHA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Risk assessment
- Safety management
- Incident investigation
- Emergency planning
- Data analysis
- Workplace inspection
- Safety policy development
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Safety training
- Ladder safety
- Confined space entry
- Job safety analysis
- Incident reporting
- Fall protection
- Hazard communication
- Scaffold safety
- Manual material handling
- Cutting safety
- Behavior-based safety
- Performance improvement monitoring
- Safety risk assessment
Certification
- NCCER SAFETY, 20197404
- NCCER CSST - Construction Site Safety Technician
- NCCER CSSS - Construction Site Safety Supervisor
- NCCER CSSO - Construction Site Safety Orientation
- NCCER Field Safety
- NCCER Safety
- OSHA 510
- OSHA 10
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 75 staff members.
References
- Edgar Barboza, Project Manager, (956)-454-2104
- Gilberto Guerrero, Superintendent, (956)-475-5517
- Abraham Loera, Safety Manager, (956)-249-2404
- Ivan Moreno, Safety Technician, (956) 537-3865
- Juan Gonzalez, Safety Technician, (979) 285-7782
Languages
- English
- Spanish, Full Professional
- English, Full Professional
Timeline
OSHA 510 - OSHA Education Center
The University of Texas At Arlington
09.2025 - 09.2025
Safety Committee Member
BrandSafway
08.2025 - 03.2026
Site Safety Manager
Raptor Industrial
09.2024 - 07.2025
NCCER Certifications - Occupational Health And Safety
Safety Builders & Consultants LLC
03.2024 - 03.2024
SAFETY TECHNICIAN
Brock Group
02.2023 - 10.2024
Industrial Insulator
Insulations Inc
10.2019 - 11.2020
Industrial Insulator
BrandSafway
05.2018 - 08.2019
Apprentice Insulator
Brand Safway
05.2017 - 04.2018
OSHA 10 - Outreach Training Program- Construction
360 Training