
Timeline
About me
Health & Safety | Occupational Hygiene | Risk Management Specialist | Project Coordinator | Research & Compliance Expert
Education

The university of british columbia
2022 -Master's degree occupational health and industrial hygieneActivities and Societies: Graduate Student Wellness Ambassador

Babcock university, ilishan-remo, nigeria
2013 - 2017Bachelor of science - bs physiology, general second class upperActivities and Societies: President - Student Physiological Association of Nigeria (SPAN), Babcock University Chapter Award for Best Graduating Student in the department of Physiology (Highest CGPA), June 2017.Award for Academic Excellence in the department of Physiology (Highest CGPA), 2016/2017academic session.Award for Academic Excellence in the department of Physiology (Highest CGPA), 2015/2016academic session.
Experience

Babcock university nigeria
Jan 2016 - Mar 2017Laboratory and research assistantManaged a group of 4 thesis students under our project supervisor.Responsible for preparing the laboratory for experiments, processing specimens, maintaining lab equipment, cleaning and sterilizing equipment and work area after experiments.

Prime sources limited
Aug 2017 - Dec 2018Health and safety representative / administrative assistantPrime Sources Limited is an engineering company that offers Procurement, Installation, Commissioning, and Maintenance services to Oil and Gas Facilities in Nigeria.Recruited, inducted, and prepared employees for mobilization to onshore and offshore locations.Provided administrative support and served as a liaison between different company departments including accounting, operations, and legal.Boosted employee morale, safety awareness, and compliance by 70% through the formulation andapplication of a reward system aligned with proper safety and reporting procedure. Promoted safety culture by formulating safety initiatives, organizing and filling safety documentation, monitoring projects, and conducting monthly safety meetings.Managed safety control measures by evaluating job task hazards and specifications.Managed the daily activities of the office as well as data tracking and logistics for company-wide projects Show less

Jemtech global engineering limited
Jan 2019 - Mar 2020Safety professional (team lead)JEMTECH Global is an engineering company that offers Electrical, Mechanical & Civil Engineering, Procurement, Installation, and Maintenance services to Oil and Gas Facilities in Nigeria. JEMTECH is a major contractor to Chevron Nigeria Limited at their Onshore Location, Escravos.Supervised daily safety operations for 80+ workers in high-risk oil & gas construction environments, ensuring compliance with Chevron, OSHA, and international standards.Conducted atmospheric monitoring, risk assessments, permit reviews, and hazardous materials inspections.Supported incident investigations, introducing corrective actions that reduced repeat incidents by 25%, and promoted proactive safety culture through cross-functional team engagement.Exercised stop work authority to mitigate undesirable outcomes during unsafe work practice or deviation from permit to work requirements.Ensured applicable firefighting equipment was available and functioning optimally. Conducted gas testing and atmospheric monitoring of the work environment to ascertain safety.Participated in detailed incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis Show less

Sheatherapy limited
Jul 2020 - Aug 2022Health safety environment (hse) officerSheatherapy Limited is a Health and Wellness company focused on the production, processing, and packaging of raw unadulterated shea butter and shea butter based cosmetic products. The brand name is: 'Ariella Sheabutter'Designed and implemented a health and safety management system ensuring business continuity and regulatory compliance during the COVID-19 pandemic.Delivered HSE training to 30+ workers and increased compliance with HSE protocols from 60% to over 80% within 12 months.Conducted hazard monitoring, inspections, and environmental assessments to support operational sustainability goals.Facilitated effective safety induction and training in occupational health, ergonomics, good housekeeping practices, safe work procedures, personal protection, and industrial hygiene. Show less

Partnership for work, health and safety
Oct 2022 - nowLed a province-wide Young Construction Worker Research Study across 140+ construction sites, overseeing all project phases, including stakeholder engagement with 112+ organizations and WorkSafeBC.Streamlined project delivery by 16% and exceeded participant recruitment targets by 46%.Presented research findings to WorkSafeBC, influencing mental health and safety initiatives for young workers.Analyzed field data, prepared actionable insights for provincial policy development, and managed budgeting, risk mitigation, and project milestones. Show less
Safety Project Coordinator
Dec 2023 - nowSafety/Hygiene Research Assistant
Oct 2022 - now

Bc construction safety alliance
May 2023 - Oct 2023Occupational hygiene/safety consultantConducted lead and silica exposure monitoring at 20+ construction sites, contributing 100+ validated samples for analysis.Enhanced the BCCSA Silica Control Tool™ through field data contributions and exposure modelling refinements.Developed site-specific exposure control plans (ECPs) and provided abatement recommendations, strengthening regulatory compliance and occupational health outcomes.

The university of british columbia
Sept 2023 - Apr 2025Teaching assistantSupported curriculum development, delivery, and instructional design for occupational hygiene and health & safety programs at the graduate level.Assisted in the creation of 2 micro-certificate programs in leadership for Occupational and Environmental Health (OEH) professionals, translating complex academic research into practical, real-world applications for industry practitioners.Summarized and adapted technical content into accessible online modules and presentations, enhancing comprehension and professional relevance for safety and hygiene audiences.Provided administrative and academic support for the Principles and Practices of Industrial Hygiene and Leadership in Safety courses, fostering an educational environment that promoted academic excellence, engagement, and inclusivity.Acted as a key liaison between instructors and students, answering academic queries, coordinating course logistics, and contributing to an enriched learning experience. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
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General health, safety and environment
Institute of safety professionals of nigeria (ispon)Oct 2019.webp)
Environmental impact assessment
Department of petroleum resources (dpr)Oct 2019.webp)
Hse competence development training (level 3)
Institute of safety professionals of nigeria (ispon)Oct 2019
Basic first aid/cpr
Novelle centerOct 2019
Registered occupational hygienist (roh) – in progress
Canadian registration board of occupational hygienistsApr 2025
Hse level 3 (award in health and safety at work)
Novelle centerOct 2019
Hse level 1 (award in health and safety at work)
Novelle centerOct 2019.webp)
Canadian registered safety professional (crsp) – in progress
Board of canadian registered safety professionals (bcrsp)Apr 2025
Hse level 2 (award in health and safety at work)
Novelle centerOct 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaMinority Special Interest Group Award American Industrial Hygiene Foundation May 2024 Outstanding contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion within the industrial hygiene and safety profession.
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaRoberta Ellis Award WorkSafeBC Feb 2024 Excellence in the study and practice of occupational and environmental health & safety.
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaCRBOH Student Award Canadian Registration Board Of Occupational Hygienists Apr 2023 Acknowledged for exceptional commitment to occupational hygiene and the hygiene community.Waived fees for the Fast Track Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) exam.
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaLiberty Mutual Scholarship American Industrial Hygiene Foundation Apr 2023 Outstanding leadership, community service, academic and research contributions to the hygiene industry.
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaOutstanding Performance Award (Female Category) Jemtech Oct 2019 Recognized by the Managing Director for averting the effects of oil spillage in the Escravos gas plant.
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaAcademic Program Award Babcock University Jun 2017 Graduating student with the highest CGPA
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaAcademic Excellence Award Student Physiological Association of Nigeria Mar 2017
- Awarded to Chizitara NkwoparaAcademic Excellence Award Student Physiological Association of Nigeria Mar 2016
Volunteer Experience
Member
Issued by American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) on Jan 2023
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaTraining Coordinator
Issued by SOWSHE on Jan 2020
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaGraduate Student Wellness Ambassador
Issued by The University of British Columbia on Sept 2022
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaGraduate Student Peer Mentor
Issued by The University of British Columbia on Oct 2023
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaPresident
Issued by Students Physiological Association of Nigeria on Mar 2015
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaWelfare Assistant
Issued by Society of St. Vincent de Paul on Jul 2018
Associated with Chizitara NkwoparaHealth Representative
Issued by Friends Colony Fitness Club on Jan 2019
Associated with Chizitara Nkwopara
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