This week on the conversation we are joined by the marvellous Sarah Thomas from New Zealand. One of my favourite contributiors to safety conversations on LinkedIn and someone who genuinely thinks before speaking.

Sarah Thomas is an experienced HSE professional who began her career in safety in 2002. However, as a surf lifeguard, professional ski patroller, outdoor instructor, and volunteer St John ambulance officer, she has lived and breathed safety from a young age. Her six years with the Royal New Zealand Naval Volunteer Reserves also gave her advanced command and communication training. 

Sarah gained a BA/LLB at the University of Canterbury and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (HSE) from Massey University. She has worked as a safety coordinator, safety specialist and National HSE/Human Resources Manager. 

During her career, Sarah has helped develop nationwide health and safety systems and has experience in a range of industries including transport, oil, manufacturing and the Department of Conservation.  She launched her consulting career in 2011. 

In terms of her personality profile, Sarah is outgoing and has an inclusive style of communication developed after years of regularly attending Toastmasters meetings.  Her clients describe her as facilitative; however, she can be direct and hold people accountable when necessary. Along with a sense of humour, she has an innate ability to define a problem and guide her clients to develop a solution that is written in their own language and meets their operational needs. 

Links from today's podacast:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahthomasemploymenownz/

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.employmenow.co.nz/

Thanks for listening. We have some great guests coming up in future pods so get ready to learn. Until next time, enjoy the rest of your week, and stay safe. https://plus.acast.com/s/health-and-safety-conversations.

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