Robert Ingraham BSc CDMP CSA

Experience

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  WorkSafeBC

  Apr 1986 - May 2002

  Director

  DIRECTOR – INTERNAL REVIEW (2001-02) Reporting to General Counsel of Legal Services, completed the design and implementation of the legislated independent Internal Review department in response to the Government’s core review. DIRECTOR – COMPENSATION SERVICES, Lower Mainland Region (1998-01) Directed the provision of compensation in the form of wage loss replacement, vocational and physical rehabilitation to 60% of all WCB clients, based on approximately 170,000 claims per year. DIRECTOR – LONG TERM DISABILITY (1995-98) Directed the Department with the largest benefit expenditures - $300-million annually - for long term disability claims including pension assessments, fatal claims and occupational diseases. Provided leadership and performance expectations to 6 managers and 100 unionized staff. DIRECTOR – CLIENT SERVICES (1992-94) Led and directed 7 centralized lower mainland business units, 14 managers and 500 unionized staff that provided compensation wage loss replacement and rehabilitation to 60% of all WCB clients – approximately 190,000 claims per year. DIRECTOR – PROJECT DEVELOPMENT (1991-92) Operationalized a complex business reengineering initiative that included revising business processes, performance standards, management systems/structure and design changes to an outdated service delivery model. Reported project status to the Senior Executive Committee and Board of Governors.MANAGER – SPECIAL CLAIMS UNIT (1989-91). Led, directed and served as subject matter expert in the management of complex, specialized claims that included occupational diseases, noise induced hearing loss, third party liability and claims involving fatal injuries or diseases. Special Claims Adjudicator in 1986-1989. Show less

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  ATF Canada Corp.

  May 2002 - Jan 2005

  Executive Vice President Operations

  ATF is a national leader in Health, Wellness and Disability Management Solutions. Reporting to the CEO, directly responsible for Human Resources, Business Development, Mergers and Acquisitions in Western Canada. Designed and implemented HR Policies, Practices and Procedures in the Western Canadian operations. Responsible for Recruitment Procedure, Recruiting, Hiring and onboarding, Training & Developing Employees, Organizational Development, Bridge for Communication, Employee Performance, Wages & Benefits and HR Strategies. Audited, designed and implemented Integrated Disability Management Program Solutions specific to the individual needs of major Employers, Unions, Government Agencies and Crown corporations.Audited, designed and implemented OH&S programs consistent with WorkSafeBC legislation, policy and practice.Negotiated and established a national clinical service provider network to support program solutionsMade formal marketing and sales presentations to high profile key stakeholders including union leaders, industry leaders, government agencies, crown corporations and large business associations. Show less

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  BDM Management

  Jun 2002 - Dec 2015

  President

  We design, implement and manage best practice, Health & Safety, Disability (Injury & Illness) Management and Human Resource Programs for organizations across all major industries in Western Canada. Health & Safety Services include - Health & Safety Program design, implementation and management. COR Health & Safety and Injury Management Audits. Certified External COR Auditor in Health & Safety and Injury Management (BCCSA); Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) – National Institute of Disability Management and Research (NIDMAR) - over 27 years of experience; WCB Claim Cost Audits - rate assessment analysis & rate reduction recommendations; Subject matter expert in Workers Compensation Legislation, Policy, Practice & Procedure in all Provinces.BSc in Human Resource Management with proven experience in strategic planning and the design of organizational development plans to meet personal, professional, and organizational needs; Coordinate the administration and negotiation of union contracts; Develop and coordinate grievances and mediate workplace disputes; Evaluate company culture and provide recommendations on changes to accomplish company goals and objectives; Recommend and establish company HR policies and procedures.Designed & implemented over seventy-five (75) best practice Health & Safety and Disability Management Programs to National COR Standards across all major industries in Western Canada. As an H&S instructor at the BC Institute of Technology (BCIT), designed course materials and provided instruction in Occupational Health, Loss Management and Industrial Health & Safety. Proven ability to design and implement site specific Environmental, Health and Safety Plans for major projects throughout Western Canada. Show less

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  HR Metrix Inc

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2009

  President

  Directly responsible for Human Resource, Disability Management & Occupational Health & Safety Services to clients across all industries in Western Canada.Outsourced Human Resources services, including labour relations, HR policy development, management coaching and skill development. On-site Human Resource services - connecting an organization together through a process that led to better communication and productivity.Recruitment & Selection - Executive Search, hiring and retention strategies & succession planning.Organizational Development - Strategic planning, career and personal development, leadership and management development, Labour Law; Human Rights; Labour Relations; Contract Negotiations & conflict management.Health & Safety - audited, designed and implemented best practice Health, Safety and Environmental programs throughout western Canada. Audited, designed and implemented fully integrated best practice Disability Management Program solutions specific to the individual needs of major Employers, Unions, Government Agencies and Crown corporations. Assisted corporations to achieve their WCB Certificate of Recognition (COR) requirements.Disability Management claims management & return to work services. Show less

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  Britco

  Jan 2009 - May 2011

  Corporate Manager Health, Safety & Environment

  With approximately 1,000 employees and facilities located in Australia, Canada and the United States, Britco is one of the largest modular construction companies in the industry. Directly responsible for the design and implementation of the Corporate Occupational Health & Safety Program in all Britco Manufacturing facilities. Corporate expert in Disability Management of WorkSafeBC, short term and long term disability claims for all the four companies falling under the Britco Group of companies; Responsible for all policy, practice and procedure related to Occupational Health & Safety; WorkSafeBC Certification and ISNetworld vendor certification internationally. Show less

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  Eagle West Cranes

  May 2011 - May 2013

  Vice President Corporate Safety & Human Resources

  Eagle West Truck & Cranes has over 23 years of crane rentals, sales and operations in British Columbia. Eagle West owns and operates Stampede Crane and Rigging in Alberta. Stampede Crane & Rigging has been providing crane rental and rigging services to the construction, oil & gas and many other industries in the Alberta area for the last 30 years.Responsible for the design, implementation and management all Corporate Health and Safety, Disability Management and Human Resource programs in all Western Canadian Operations.Identified cultural and behavioral issues related to health, safety and security; designed, implemented and managed best practice Health & Safety, Human Resources and Organizational Development Programs, Policies, Practices and Procedures throughout all divisions. Built and led high performing teams, piloted organizational change and creatively aligned HR and HSE strategy with business opportunities to achieve measurable and meaningful results. Within the first 6 months of employment, implemented programs to achieve COR Certification in Health & Safety and Injury Management across six separate operating divisions in Western Canada.Designed and implemented (Site Specific) Health & Safety policy, practice and procedure for major Wind Energy Projects across Canada providing safety leadership to Canada’s largest team of wind turbine technicians. Project Management - successfully completed installation phase of the $445 million Quality Wind Project (142.2 MW - 79 Turbines) in Tumbler Ridge, BC on time and on budget. HR & Safety leadership in the design and implementation of policy, practice and procedure for the Castle Rock Ridge – 75.9 MW - 33 Turbines in Pincher Creek, Alberta; Suncor’s Wintering Hills Wind Farm Project - 55 GE Turbines – Drumheller, Alberta; the Kalkirk Wind Project – 149.4 MW – 83 Turbines in Halkirk, Alberta and the Cape Scott Wind Farm - 99 MW – 55 Turbines project located on the Knob Hill Plateau near Port Hardy, BC. Show less

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  Shadow Group of Companies

  May 2013 - Apr 2014

  Chief Operating Officer (Contract)

  The Shadow Group combined forty five years of trucking experience with state of the art logistical support and a dedicated team of professionals to provide unparalleled service.Reporting to the owner & CEO, oversaw, directed, and re-organized the work of the operations teams in all divisions across Western Canada. Promoted a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that valued learning and a commitment to quality improvement. Responsibility included operations management and human resource management. This allowed me to connect the organization together through a process that lead to better communication and productivity. Provided expertise in the design of strategic HR programs to ensure their linkage to employee engagement, competitive differentiation, culture and employee value-proposition; Designed and Implement of Corporate Values to improve culture and employee engagement while being mindful of overall corporate commitments, goals, and objectives.Managed all aspects of HR service offerings including training and development, talent acquisition, employee retention, employee relations, labour relations, total rewards, and organizational development.Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental operational goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Mentored and developed staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assigned accountabilities; set objectives; established priorities; and monitored and evaluated results. Upgraded and implemented an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, operations standards, and procedures for all companies in the group. Show less

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  Rokstad Power Corporation (A Carillion PLC owned Company)

  Apr 2014 - Feb 2017

  Managing Director Health, Safety and Environment

  Rokstad Power Corporation (RPC), a Carillion PLC owed company, provides a full suite of power line construction and maintenance services throughout North America. Based in Western Canada, Rokstad Power has grown fast in the wake of the huge demand for more electric power and the need to rebuild an aging infrastructure. In times of emergency, Rokstad Power responds to calls across North America to assist when and where they are needed. Designed and Implemented a best practice Health, Safety and Environmental System in support of North American operations.Designed and implemented a best practice Injury Management System to significantly reduce claims cost and ensure injured or ill employees maintained their attachment to the employer. Identified and resolved cultural and behavioral issues related to health, safety, environmental and security while designing, implementing and managing best practice programs, policies, practices and procedures throughout all divisions.Designed Site Specific Safety Management Plans for major projects, in multiple legislative jurisdictions, throughout North America. Provided Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Leadership and direction to managers, supervisors, crews and HSE team members throughout North America. Show less

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  Capital Regional District

  Apr 2017 - now

  Manager Corporate Occupational Health & Safety

  The Capital Regional District (CRD) is the regional government for the 13 municipalities and three electoral areas that are located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The urban centre of the CRD is the City of Victoria, and the regional district also includes many of the Gulf Islands, a number of rural municipalities and a vast tract of wilderness that lies along the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island. The CRD provides regional governance and services for the Capital Region, including regional parks, water services, regional planning, solid waste management (including recycling) and electoral area emergency services .The CRD creates partnerships between any combination of municipalities and electoral areas for services or projects that are specific to only part of the region. The CRD is the local government in areas that are not within a municipality, known as “electoral areas”. As a professional subject matter expert, the Manager Occupational Health & Safety is accountable for leading and contributing to the ongoing development, implementation, coordination, and administration of the CRD’s occupational health and safety programs and initiatives.Provides significant leadership, advisory services, and support throughout the CRD by integrating experience and knowledge of health and safety programs to address, anticipate, and provide direction in the delivery and oversight of OH&S operations including emergency response, incident investigation, risk assessments, and more. Ensures corporate and workplace safety compliance with all program aspects in accordance with recognized best practices and established legislation and contracts. Show less