Emelda Nkeng

Dedicated and results-oriented Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Professional with 6+ years of progressive experience supporting construction, Industrial Manufacturing, energy, and field operations. Strong boot-on-ground construction safety experience conducting site inspections, hazard assessments, safety audits, incident investigations, employee and contractor orientations, safety training, and corrective-action follow-up. Experienced in supporting project HSE management systems, developing and reviewing Safe Work Procedures, JSAs and emergency response requirements, and providing practical safety guidance to project teams, supervisors, employees, subcontractors, and visitors.

Strong knowledge of Alberta OHS legislation, WorkSafe BC, construction safety requirements, WHMIS 2015, COR Audit standards, hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency response. NHSA-certified safety professional with an Economics background, strong communication skills, and a demonstrated commitment to “Nobody Gets Hurt” through proactive hazard control, field engagement, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Safety Advisor (Contract) - Bravo Target Safety - Edmonton, Alberta

(2026-01)

• Performed formal hazard assessments, workplace inspections, and safety observations across multiple industrial worksites to identify and control workplace risks.
• Identified safety deficiencies and supported supervisors in implementing timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Facilitated safety orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and worker safety communications to reinforce safe work practices.
• Verified compliance with company HSE Management System requirements, Safe Work Procedures, and applicable provincial safety requirements.
• Reviewed contractor safety compliance and communicated safety expectations to contractors, supervisors, and project personnel.
• Maintained inspection reports, incident documentation, safety records, corrective-action tracking, and monthly HSE reporting.

Safety Manager - LC Greenough Construction Company Limited - Edmonton, Alberta

(2023-04 - 2025-11)

• Provided daily boot-on-ground HSE oversight at construction worksites, supporting compliance with Alberta OHS legislation, company requirements, and project-specific safety standards
• Conducted regular site inspections, hazard assessments, safety observations, and equipment inspections to identify risks, verify controls, and address deficiencies
• Led and supported incident and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis, timely reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up to prevent recurrence
• Coached employees, supervisors, contractors, and visitors on safe work procedures, PPE, hazard controls, and project-specific safety requirements
• Supported development and review of Safe Work Procedures, JSAs, hazard assessments, emergency procedures, and project safety documentation
• Maintained inspection records, training records, incident reports, corrective-action tracking, and HSE documentation for management review
• Participated in toolbox talks, safety meetings, emergency response activities, and safety initiatives to promote proactive hazard identification and continuous improvement.

Project Safety Coordinator and Quality Control Manager - ATL Construction Company - Toronto, Ontario

(2021-01 - 2022-11)

• Supported implementation of project-specific EHS programs, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements across property restoration operations
• Conducted workplace inspections, safety audits, hazard assessments, and compliance reviews to identify potential hazards and recommend effective controls
• Delivered safety orientations and training to employees and contractors covering WHMIS, hazardous materials, PPE, emergency response, and Safe Work Procedures
• Supported incident and near-miss investigations, incident reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and follow-up
• Assisted with reviewing and updating safety policies, procedures, emergency response plans, and Safe Work Practices
• Maintained HSE documentation, training records, inspection reports, incident records, corrective-action tracking, and safety performance information
• Supported emergency response exercises and proactive safety initiatives that contributed to improved safety performance and hazard awareness

Bachelor - Economics and Management Sciences - University of Buea (2010)