Matthew Saffa

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) professional with 15+ years of experience in renewable energy, construction, mining, manufacturing, marine engineering, and automotive production. Experienced in OSHA compliance, HAZWOPER, risk assessments, incident investigations, safety audits, contractor management, emergency response, and safety training. Proven ability to develop strong safety cultures and ensure regulatory compliance.

Assembly Associate - Honda Marysville Auto Plant

(2026-05)

• Assemble vehicle components
• Follow standardized work
• Maintain safety and quality standards
• Rotate workstations
• Safely handle materials

Digital Shelf Label Associate - Walmart - Columbus

(2026-02 - 2026-05)

• Installed and maintained electronic shelf labels
• Supporting inventory accuracy and store operations

Health & Safety Coordinator - Serengeti Energy

(2023-07 - 2025-10)

• Led EHS compliance
• Inspections
• Audits
• Toolbox talks
• Incident investigations
• RAMS reviews
• Emergency drills
• PPE management
• Monthly SHEC reporting

Health & Safety Coordinator - Solar Era Project

(2021-10 - 2023-06)

• Managed construction safety
• Contractor compliance
• JSA
• RAMS
• Inspections
• Audits
• OSHA compliance

Marine Engineer - Ministry of Fisheries

(2019 - 2021)

• Managed maintenance
• Repairs
• Equipment inspections

Maintenance Planner - Shandong Steel

(2018 - 2018)

• Planned maintenance activities
• SAP reporting
• HSE compliance
• Budgeting
• Scheduling

Safety Advisor - Shandong Steel

(2015 - 2018)

• Supported investigations
• Inspections
• Hazard identification
• Regulatory compliance

Port Safety Advisor / Safety Officer - African Minerals

(2011 - 2015)

• Implemented occupational safety programs
• Inspections
• Incident reporting
• Risk management

Project Coordinator / Administrative Assistant - Heaven Homes & Truth Mission

(2007 - 2011)

• Managed projects
• Administration
• Budgeting
• Reporting
• Office operations

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering - University of Sierra Leone (2007)