Matthew Rouse
Timberlake
Summary
Results-driven Safety Leader with 10+ years of progressive experience in construction and manufacturing, consistently improving safety outcomes. Proven success in designing and implementing safety programs for multi-million dollar projects, achieving a zero Total Incident Rate (TIR) on a $500 million project and reducing company EMR by 50%. Expertise in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment, Mitigation, and Safety Culture Development. Passionate about driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. Seeking to leverage extensive experience to excel in a senior safety leadership role and enhance organizational safety and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Manager
Gaylor Electric Corporation
12.2023 - Current
- Achieved a zero Total Incident Rate (TIR) on a $500 million multi-trade project through proactive safety measures and rigorous training. Delivered comprehensive site orientations and mandatory training programs, cultivating a proactive safety culture. Served as the competent person for critical operations such as confined space entry, rigging, electrical safety, trenching, and excavation.
Site Safety Manager
Core Safety Group
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Oversaw safety management for a multi - billion dollar construction project, maintaining a zero TIR throughout its lifecycle. Actively participated in safety audits, ensuring compliance and identifying potential hazards to mitigate risks. Acted as the competent person for confined space, trenching and excavation, and rigging operations.
Site Safety Manager
Gannett Fleming
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive safety plan for a $200M wastewater project, leading to significant improvements in safety performance. Revised corporate safety policies to meet best practices and industry standards, resulting in an EMR 50% below the industry average. Maintained impeccable compliance with 3rd party contractor safety assessments, achieving zero violations.
Site Safety Consultant
Paragon Safety Group, Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed safety for a multi million dollar expansion project, achieving zero injuries through effective safety audits and training programs.
Corporate Safety Director
Inserv
12.2018 - 03.2021
- Reduced safety incidents by 40% through rigorous enforcement of updated safety protocols and policies. Led initiatives that maintained an EMR at 50% of the industry standard, demonstrating strong leadership in cultivating a positive safety culture.
Plant Safety Manager
Louisiana - Pacific Corporation
07.2012 - 12.2018
- Consistently maintained a TIR below 50% of the industry average through targeted safety initiatives and employee engagement. Introduced safety management software to enhance reporting accuracy and incident tracking, significantly reducing first aid incidents.
Safety Coordinator
T&H Electric
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Conducted daily safety inspections resulting in zero recordable injuries and developed pre-task plans that ensured compliance with industry standards.
Skills
- Safety Program Development
- Safety Program Implementation
- Incident Management
- Root Cause Analysis⁰
- ICAM
- OSHA Regulatory Compliance
- HSE Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Mitigation Strategies
- Safety Audits
- Safety Inspections
- Safety Reporting
- Compliance Management
- CGMP Adherence
- Training
- Staff Development
- Train-the-Trainer
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Change Management
- Safety Culture Development
- Safety Culture Engagement
- Contractor Safety Management
- Data Analysis
- Performance Metrics
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Electrical safety
- Hazard identification
- Construction safety
- Safety audits
- Workplace inspections
- Accident investigation
- Occupational health management
- Chemical handling
- Confined space entry
- Excavation safety
- Incident reporting
- Ergonomics evaluation
- Contractor management
- Crane safety
- Emergency response planning
- Environmental monitoring
- Chemical storage
- Hazardous materials handling
- OSHA compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Documentation skills
- Team building
- Training and development
- Risk assessment
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvement
- Program implementation
Certification
- OSHA 30 (Current)
- OSHA 510 (2012-06 - Present)
- OSHA 500 (2023-08 - 2026-08)
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) (2018-10 - 2027-10)
- 10 & 30-hour Card Trainer for Construction
- Red Cross Certified CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor (2023-06 - 2026-06)
- Certified Rigging Inspector Level 3
- Certified Powered Industrial Truck Trainer
- Authorized OSHA Trainer for Construction
Affiliations
BCSP
ASSE
Timeline
Site Safety Manager
Gaylor Electric Corporation
12.2023 - Current
Site Safety Manager
Core Safety Group
08.2023 - 12.2023
Site Safety Manager
Gannett Fleming
11.2021 - 06.2023
Site Safety Consultant
Paragon Safety Group, Inc.
03.2021 - 10.2021
Corporate Safety Director
Inserv
12.2018 - 03.2021
Plant Safety Manager
Louisiana - Pacific Corporation
07.2012 - 12.2018
Safety Coordinator
T&H Electric
07.2011 - 07.2012
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