Ashnil Chand
Hackham East
Summary
A diligent and results-oriented professional with over four years of experience in Human Resources and Occupational Health and Safety. Proven ability to manage multiple objectives within specified timeframes while upholding safety standards and regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
The University of the South Pacific
09.2021 - Current
- Promoted health and safety through engagement and active field-based leadership
- Provided consistent information to all workers on relevant H&S responsibilities and legal requirements
- Contributed to the development and implementation of H&S management systems and initiatives
- Supported and participated in H&S monitoring, internal audit activities, and reporting.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
Occupational Health and Safety Assistant
The University of the South Pacific
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Conducted OHS induction for staff, students, and contractors
- Assisted in workplace inspections and implementing control measures
- Supported workplace compliance certification and OHS audits
- Reported work-related injuries and issued safety infringement notices.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Served as the primary backup to the officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
Human Resource/ Occupational Health Safety Officer
Ram Sami & Sons (Fiji) Limited
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Conducted performance reviews and managed employee data using HR software
- Participated in joint health and safety committee meetings
- Investigated workplace incidents and provided training on safety practices
- Maintained accurate records of employee training sessions and performed disciplinary actions.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on the removal of hazards.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Sales Representative
Digicel Pacific
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed retail Sales of Mobile phones, SIM cards, WIFI devices, and Recharge
- Assisted in the daily banking which involved sales from the previous day
- Provided excellent customer service, by assisting customers as per their request
- Participated in joint health and safety committee meetings as an employee representative.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Industrial Relations, Human Resource Management and Management
Fiji National University
05.2020
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety - Workplace Health and Safety
Fiji National University
05.2017
Skills
- Time Management Advanced
- Adaptability Advanced
- Critical Thinking Advanced
- Business partnering/Influencing Advanced
- Emergency Management Advanced
- Supplier and Contractor Management Advanced
- Incident and injury management Advanced
- Training and Education Advanced
- Attention to Detail Advanced
- Problem-Solving Advanced
- Communication Advanced
- Risk Assessment and Management Advanced
- Knowledge of OHS Regulations: Advanced
Certification
- Working in Confine Space, The University of the South Pacific, 11/2022, Present
- Hot Works Training, The University of the South Pacific, 06/2022, Present
- Working at Heights, The University of the South Pacific, 06/2022, Present
- Training of Trainers Module I, Fiji National University, 02/2021, Present
- OHS Module I & II, The University of the South Pacific, 06/2020, Present
- Pacific First Aid & CPR, Fiji Red Cross, 06/2022, 06/2025
- PTE Academic, Pearson PTE, 10/2022, 10/2024
References
Mr. Petero Ravai
The University of the South Pacific (Hub Coordinator)
Phone: (679) 9920703
Email: petero.ravai@usp.ac.fj
Mr. Navnit Lal
The University of the South Pacific (Project Manager)
Phone: (679) 935-9792
Email: navnit.lal@usp.ac.fj
Mr. Rohit Chetty
Ram Sami & Sons (FIJI) PTE Limited (Group HR Manager)
Phone: (679) 998-7263
Email: rchetty@ramsami.com.fj
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Timeline
Occupational Health and Safety Officer
The University of the South Pacific
09.2021 - Current
Occupational Health and Safety Assistant
The University of the South Pacific
08.2019 - 09.2021
Human Resource/ Occupational Health Safety Officer
Ram Sami & Sons (Fiji) Limited
04.2017 - 08.2019
Sales Representative
Digicel Pacific
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Industrial Relations, Human Resource Management and Management
Fiji National University
Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety - Workplace Health and Safety
Fiji National University
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