James Stuart

Background

About James Stuart

Dedicated and experienced HSE professional with leadership experience developed over years working on multiple mine and construction sites across the world, including shutdowns. Proven track record in building and driving high performing teams. In addition, an experienced security and safety professional with relevant qualifications complemented by a background in the military and psychiatric nursing. Combines exceptional communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills to develop strong, trusted relationships whilst positively influencing the engagement of colleagues, clients and contractors. Exemplifies personal drive and professional behaviour in demanding roles and high pressure, high risk environments including the ability to remain calm and focussed, particularly when faced with complex, challenging and confronting situations. KEY SKILLS Health and Safety Professional, lead Safety Officer on multiple Australian and Global remote sites • Coaching, engaging and influencing the workforce to promote safety culture • Establishing processes and behaviour expectations to achieve H&S objects and targets • Facilitating an approach to risk management and using risk management tools, including Take 5’s and JHAs etc • Facilitating the reporting and recording of incidents, hazards and near misses, including ICAM investigations Leads by example using a consultative management style to champion a culture of safety, service delivery and performance excellence Thinks strategically to support a broad range of operations and ensure all tasks are achieved in accordance with guidelines, legislation, stakeholder expectations, project timeframes and budgetary constraints Demonstrates outstanding communication and presentation skills including the ability to network with and positively influence individuals across all levels of the organisational hierarchy and cultural backgrounds Makes well-informed judgments, provides common sense solutions and maintains high levels of accuracy, integrity and discretion, particularly when dealing with sensitive or confidential issues