Tsoler Bakalian
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Results-oriented EHS Manager skilled in safety program development and risk assessment. Specializes in incident investigation and contractor oversight, implementing corrective actions to enhance compliance and safety. Experienced Field Manager focused on operational planning and conflict resolution, ensuring efficient field operations and communication for successful project outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EHS Field Manager
Gabe, Inc at AMGEN
Thousand Oaks, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety programs aligned with EHS management system, enhancing compliance and risk mitigation.
- Conducted periodic inspections and audits to identify potential risks and liabilities.
- Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to assess safety hazards and evaluate risks.
- Promoted culture of safety and environmental excellence through targeted communication and training initiatives.
- Managed EHS compliance for contractors performing work on site.
- Lead contractor EHS oversight across multiple active projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and corporate safety standards
- Act as a key safety authority, supporting high-risk construction and maintenance activities in a pharmaceutical setting
- Conduct routine site audits, inspections, and hazard assessments, driving corrective actions and preventing incidents
- Develop and enforce Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and safe work permits for critical operations
- Deliver safety orientation and training to contractors, strengthening site-wide safety culture and accountability
- Investigate incidents and near misses, applying root cause analysis and implementing corrective/preventive measures
- Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety into planning, execution, and contractor management
- Supervised daily operations of field teams to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Office Coordinator
Uplift Therapy Center
Los Angeles, CA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Coordinated administrative support across facility, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Purchased materials, services, and equipment, generating purchase orders and entering data into the accounting system.
- Demonstrating understanding & respect for age group, cultural & religious beliefs of clients, community & staff.
- Monitored safety performance expectations, contributing to personal injury and incident prevention.
- Interface with regulatory agencies to develop a positive working relationship, supporting company compliance efforts.
Infection Control and Prevention Officer
Saint Georges Hospital University Medical Center
Beirut, Lebanon
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Conducted internal audits in quarantine department to uphold safety protocols set by CDC and WHO.
- Ensured compliance of hospital staff's personal protective equipment with established rules and regulations.
- Evaluate daily business operations for potential hazards.
- Investigate accidents to determine and address the cause.
- Monitored adherence to environmental safety laws to safeguard public health.
- Recommend policy changes to better protect employees and the environment.
- Support all aspects of the Process Safety Management program at the site.
- Acted as an expert witness in environmental health and safety cases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pubic Health And Development Science
University of Balamand
Beirut, LB05-2019
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Compliance management
- Incident investigation
- Safety audits
- Safety development
- Job hazard analysis
- Occupational safety
- Contractor oversight
- Corrective actions
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Full Professional
Armenian
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Turkish
Professional
French
Full Professional
Certification
- Construction Health and Safety Trainer (CHST)
- OSHA 500 Trainer
- OSHA 30 Hour Construction Industry Certificate
- HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certificate
Timeline
EHS Field Manager
Gabe, Inc at AMGEN
12.2022 - Current
Office Coordinator
Uplift Therapy Center
03.2022 - 10.2022
Infection Control and Prevention Officer
Saint Georges Hospital University Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Pubic Health And Development Science
University of Balamand