Jason Whitehall

Curriculum Vitae 2013

D.O.B 11.08.72

To Whom It May Concern: I would like to express my interest in potential positions in Occupational Hygiene or in Asbestos Abatement Works, Site Surveying, Construction and Building Codes, Auditing & HAZMAT Remediation/Biological Waste Control Measures, as well as being open to companies that offer further education in Occupational hygiene graduate Diploma and or similar such as a Masters in Applied Science to further advance my existing knowledge base. I am currently employed at Risk Strategies (RS) working primarily in OH&S compliance and Essential Safety Measures (Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Procedures); my additional role is as the appointed Asbestos Specialist to carry out audits on companies/corps/small businesses and private residencies going into receivership/liquidation, requiring an up- to-date Asbestos register prior to handover for Auction. I find Asbestos surveying/auditing here very rewarding as I am responsible for an honest report and have much more control over decision making, however sadly this work is not constant and relies on companies going bankrupt/entering into receivership, so much of my work-load is in safety measures, meaning I spend a vast majority of the time in the office and I now realise that I really miss the site work and interactions with stakeholders as well as seeing the end result of a development that I can proudly say I helped monitor and supervise. Prior to RS I was employed at EnviroProtect (EP) where I was responsible for Quality Control of procedures and peer reviewing of reports prior to issuing as well as the appointed HS rep at Toyota Altona (TMCA) as a Scientific Technical Officer carrying out air monitoring and sampling for multiple on site projects. In addition I also managed the removal works of levels 6 through to 12 i.e.- Phases 1, 2 and 3 to completion at 367 Collins St (Optus Towers) along with various other major sites on construction, industrial, soil remediation developments as well as smaller residential and commercial sites. I started my professional career with Noel Arnold and Associates (NA&A) as an OHSE Consultant and the primary Hygienist for the Myer Bourke Street Re-Development as well as the Arts Centre South Precinct ReDevelopment. These roles taught me invaluable skills in stakeholder interactions sitting on CFMEU safety meetings with daily site safety walks and constant monitoring for air quality (Asbestos, Lead, and PID) and reporting results to site supervisors and maintaining air monitoring results for site contractors. Although it seemed I was thrown in the deep end at NA&As, I also feel it gave me many opportunities to learn how to deal with, in some cases, very delicate subject matter (i.e- Asbestos/Hazmats) in as way that taught me skills to transfer information to people to alleviate any concerns through communications of factual information and educational tools via presentations. I would like to make it clear that I have no animosity to Risk Strategies in fact they have been nothing but supportive and generous in both training and sharing of information, however I feel I am better suited to site based work. I am truly appreciative of the skills I have gained from these companies and I look forward to strengthening these skills within a company that offers structured training within the Occupational Hygiene Sector as well as the potential to earn the opportunity to learn more about principal consultancy and Project Management. In closing I am purposely sourcing interstate as I want both the challenge of a new city and the opportunities from a new company that offers greater room to grow in the industry, However Melbourne opportunities are also very much welcomed. Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you. Yours Truly Jason Whitehall

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Curriculum Vitae 2013 CAREER OBJECTIVES

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I have worked within the Environmental/Consultancy field now just on 5 years since graduating as a mature aged student and Im now looking forward to developing the skills I have learned within a dynamic environment that offers ongoing challenges and career growth opportunities. Being of mature age, it is important to me to focus on directing my energy towards a career that is secure and that offers room to grow in a friendly team based environment. Furthermore, my long-term ambition is to earn the opportunity to be considered for a leadership role, in particular: Team Leader-Management, Principal Consultancy/Project Management.
*A W A R D E D T H E E D Y T H R A W S O N S C H O L A R S H I P F O R A C A D E M I C E X C E L L E N C E * ~~~SWINBURN UNIVERSITY~~~~

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Curriculum Vitae 2013

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EDUCATION
Deakin University (Burwood) Graduated with Distinction Bachelor of Environmental Science (Environmental Management)
Achieved a high distinction for a Risk Analysis Management Plan to minimize the impacts upon the Dandenong creek due to urban development, industry and recreational activities. Worked closely with the Ocean Grove COM to devise a management plan using horizontal and vertical integration approaches to land management. Studied Environmental Planning and Policy at University including looking at local Councils Municipal Strategies, Council Overlays & their associated legislation. Created an Environmental Impact Assessment for the Balcombe Estuary looking at it as if it were to undergo the same development as the nearby Martha Cove; the EIA included mitigation measures, control measures and a risk analysis matrix. Studied and implemented working relationships with stakeholders as part of chosen UNIT requirements to gain greater understanding of land mgmt assessments.

Swinburne University Graduated 2006 Diploma in Conservation and land management (CALM)
Was awarded the Edyth Rawson Scholarship for Academic Excellence. Created a management plan for a private landholder in Deans Marsh Victoria for the rehabilitation of a degraded creek bed working closely with Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CCMA). Developed a series of interpretation boards for Sassafras Creek (Vic), the boards looked at the changing landscape since European settlement, local pioneers, artists and communities of historical significance, the impact of environmental weeds and indigenous occupation.

Swinburne University Graduated 2006 (Ran Concurrent with CALM Diploma) Diploma in Sustainability
Developed a major business model for a sustainable aquaculture enterprise. Was chosen to enter the business model for selection to apply for funding via a program that Swinburne University was running in conjunction with Latrobe University; however I decided that going on to Deakin University for further study was more important. Developed a management plan for a sustainable enterprise including conceptualizing a working 5 year plan of the proposed business showing how future growth would replace the initial loss by targeting clientele and marketing via numerous outlets within the aquacultural organization such as using feed (fish meal) from pest species such as carp and redfin, smaller ponds too shallow for

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trout to enter yet enough for another pest species (Mosquito Fish) providing yet another food source. The poundages also incorporated a series of 6 ponds not just for filtration but for other sources of revenue, E.g.: Primary pond planted with Lotus lilies available for sale as well as taking up nutrients via macrophytic luxury uptake (stems and roots) cleansing water for the next pond which had both lilies and ornamental Goldfish for sale, (another financial gain), this continued through swales and substrate filtration throughout and onto the trout and Fresh Water Salmon ponds where these fish where certified organic and smoked prior to sale aiming at niche market client based with high returns due to high quality of product. (Note: this development plan was the above mentioned Swinburne University/Latrobe University funded program as I received 98% for this unit.

EXPERIENCE
OH&S - Essential Safety Measures Consultancy & Appointed Asbestos Specialist | Risk Strategies (RS) August 2012 Present
Appointed Asbestos Specialist for auditing of properties in receivership including the Leisure Inn Chain of hotels in Tasmania (Pennyroyal, Macquarie and Woolmers). Auditing of smaller properties such as a private sheep shearing property in Boorowa (Inland Rural N.S.Ws) as well as many of the churches for the Anglican Church Diocese. Essential Safety Measures Inspector/Consultant carrying out site inspections for fire safety compliance and Emergency evacuation Procedures for my main client The Anglican Church Diocese of Victoria. Plant site auditing for safety compliance auditing safety guards, harnesses, hoists, exposed engine housings, compliant emergency stop mechanisms, compliant light curtains and interlock mechanisms. Additionally I have had the opportunity to research and be trained in many aspects of OH&S and have become familiar with many of the governing Acts, regulations and policies , not only in Victoria but Nationally.

SKILLS
Working at RS has allowed me to gain more confidence in the corporate sector as opposed to the site work and construction industry often associated with Asbestos Abatement works, so I feel that I know have the not only the confidence to deal with union representatives and appointed HR representatives but also higher management personnel who I often found intimidating prior to working at RS.

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Jason Whitehall EXPERIENCE

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Scientific Technical Officer & Procedures Manager for Quality Control EnviroProtect (EP) November 2010 March 2012
Primary hygienist at the Optus Tower 367 Collins St Melbourne & more recently the appointed HSR officer for the Toyota Plant-Altona (TMCA). Compiled, company quality systems manual, company sampling techniques & procedures, company ethical standards policy & quality management systems for an application for accreditation for The Australian Contaminated Land Consultants Association Inc. (ACLCA). Sample collection & report writing on asbestos abatement works & contaminated land site assessments & remediation/validation sampling. Active contributor to weekly on-site safety walks to ensure all site personnel are aware of any potential issues, in addition to addressing any concerns. Review & analysis of results for contaminated land sites & asbestos abatement projects, PID monitoring, ground water sampling, fibre microscopy, lead monitoring, PCBs and biological hazards. Aid in the management of projects within both occupational hygiene and environmental projects specialising in contaminants and hazardous materials. Engage contractors to carry out duties on site in accordance with Australian regulatory standards. Provide consultative expertise on preventative, predictive and corrective solutions on environmental and OH&S issues to clients in order to achieve win-win outcomes.

SKILLS
Working at EnviroProtect has given me the skills and confidence to problem solve and source site specific solutions on a day-to- day basis for major clients such as ProBuild, WATPAC, ISIS, Bovis Lend Lease, Jones Lang LaSalle, Construction Engineering, Mobil Oil Australia and Toyota (TMCA), in a manner that promotes client satisfaction and trust.

EXPERIENCE
Environmental Consultant | Noel Arnold & Associates (NA&A) August 2009 November 2010
Primary hygienist for the major MYER redevelopment project (Melbourne). Primary hygienist for the South Precinct Redevelopment, The Arts Center (Melbourne). Became an accredited NATA counter and signatory. Gained valued experience in phase contrast microscopy, fibre counting, equipment calibration and field techniques.

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Attended several site meetings with Site-Foremen, OH&S Representatives, Union Representatives, Contractors & Engineers to discuss procedures for abatement works. Continually exceeded monthly target allocation. Maintained on-site electronic site diaries for multiple sites to be uploaded to Aconex for clients and team managers to access daily records of on-site activities. Report writing, providing quotes, applying for tenders, invoicing and closing off of completed jobs including follow up correspondence to strengthen client relationships.

SKILLS
During my time at NA&A I gained confidence in talking with clients and contractors and I was given ongoing training in report writing and sample collection in accordance with ISO 17000, ISO 17025, ISO 14000 & ISO 14001 business quality systems, phase contrast microscopy, fiber microscopy, asbestos ID and in house training programs.

EXPERIENCE
Team Leader | Habitat Restoration Australia (HRA) 2004 2009
Habitat Restoration Australia is an environmental weeding company of which I volunteered for work experience as part of my TAFE Diploma. This led to paid work throughout my education where I was entrusted to lead an environmental weeding team, teaching them weed eradication techniques, juvenile weed and native I.D and equipment training and maintenance. Equipment maintenance and ordering required supplies. Assisting private landholders with stream frontage to apply for Melbourne Water funding. Liaising with Parks Victoria to negate target species regimes. Trained volunteers in weed eradication techniques such as spot spraying, weed suppression, drill and fill, seasonal weed targeting, transplanting and or protection of endangered native plant species and other general maintenance duties. Recognise the importance to return to previously weeded areas to ensure they are kept free of weed species and to allow for the native species to take hold. Prior to my employment with Habitat Restoration Australia and returning back to study I was employed as a Landscape gardener as well as working within hospitality prior to this.

OTHER RELEVANT SKILLS

Understanding of many Governing Acts and Regulative controls surrounding OH&S Computer literate in Microsoft office, Microsoft Project, Various GIS based platforms. General office duties. First Aid Level 2. Red Card. Class B asbestos License.

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REFEREES
Dr. Kimberley James Mr. Damien Holden Deakin University Senior PRENSA Lecturer OH&SE Consultant School of Life & Environmental 0433 999 604 Sciences 03) 925 17610 Mr. Pat Romano Noel Arnold & Associates Project Manager 0448 934 375 Mr. Mark Lawrence Habitat Restoration Australia Owner 0408 599 845

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