Brefelin Robles
Environment, Health & Safety Professional
Sta. Rosa City, Laguna
Summary
With a 14-year robust experience in the industry, Bref stand out as a seasoned professional with a profound expertise in Sustainability, Occupational Safety and Health, Pollution Control, and Business Continuity. Her skills have been honed to precision during her tenure as the Asia-Pacific Regional EHS, Sustainability, Purpose, Security, and Business Continuity Planning and Crisis Management Lead at Avon Products Mfg., Inc. Her leadership capabilities are further evidenced by her presidency at the Pollution Control Association of the Philippines Inc., Region 4A Chapter (PCAPI-R4A). As a skilled ISO & EHS Consultant, Trainer, and Facilitator for ISOQUEST Inc and PCAPI-R4A, she have a wealth of experience in steering organizations towards achieving prestigious international certifications, including ISO 14001 (EMS), ISO 45001 (OHSMS), ISO 9001 (QMS), and ISO 22716 (GMP). Bref's credentials are strengthened by her adeptness as a trained auditor in IMS, OHS, and Environmental standards, which enhances her extensive quality process knowledge gained in a Contact Lens Manufacturing Plant, covering microbiological, incoming, process, and outgoing Quality Assurance. Bref is passionately dedicated to promoting the utmost standards of environmental and occupational excellence, ensuring that organizations not only comply with regulations but also thrive in sustainable practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Asia-Pacific Regional EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Coordinator
Avon Products Mfg., Inc.
5 2011 - Current
- Championed APAC EHS programs, ensuring strict compliance with environmental, health, and safety protocols
- Ensured regulatory conformity as primary Sustainability Lead for Asia-Pacific sector
- Acted as Purpose Champion, promoting initiatives against Gender-Based Violence, Breast Cancer Awareness, and championing Sustainability
- Directed security measures and crisis management procedures effectively
- Formulated and implemented robust Business Continuity Plans and Recovery tactics to minimize operational risks
- Accredited as ISO Internal Auditor, proficient in ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards
- Established as Subject Matter Expert, providing extensive internal training and mentoring
- Led collaborative Sustainability projects with cross-functional teams, driving eco-friendly initiatives.
- Created open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
Quality Assurance Supervisor
C World KSG Corps
01.2010 - 04.2011
- Acted as Quality Assurance for Process and Pollution Control Officer
- Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns, investigating root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Analyzed data from quality metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, driving targeted action plans based on findings.
- Monitored testing processes, test development and user acceptance testing.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to Quality Assurance staff
- Analyzed data from quality metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, driving targeted action plans based on findings
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of QA activities, supporting effective communication between departments and facilitating process improvements
- Reduced defect rates through meticulous inspection and proactive identification of potential issues
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
School of Environmental Science And Management (SESAM), University of The Philippines, Los Banos (UPLB)
Los Banos, Laguna 08.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
College of Forestry And Natural Resources (CFNR), University of The Philippines, Los Banos (UPLB)
Los Banos, Laguna 05.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt by Six Sigma Guru
Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001
ISO Certification,
Environment, Health & Safety Compliance and Management
Occupational Safety Training
Certified Advance Training Module Trainer for PCO for Chemical Mgt, Solid Waste Mgt and Environmental Compliance for SME by EMB
Licensed Forester
Certified Advance Trainer/ Speaker / Subject Matter Expert for EHS
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt by Six Sigma Guru
Trainings & Seminars Attended
- Basic Pollution Control Officer Refresher Course; 06/20/24
- Allies Against Abuse - Gender Based Violence Ambassador Seminar, Online; 06/20/24
- APM Lead Executive Summit - Sustainable Futures, By Erudite, Manila; 05/20/24
- Cyber Security Training, Avon Online; 05/20/24
- PCAPI National Convention, Boracay, Aklan; 04/20/24
- IMS Internal Audit Training Annual Refresher Course, Avon; 03/20/24
- LLDA Continuing Environmental Education Seminar, Quezon City; 02/20/24
- Master your Content and Communication, LinkedIn learning, Online; 08/20/23
- High Impact Presentation Skills Course, Communicare, Manila; 08/20/23
- EPR Public Consultations and Seminar, Quezon City, Manila, Rizal, Online; 06/20/24
- Effective Virtual Speaking Skills Training, Communicare, Online; 2021
Speaking Engagements
- Speaker - Best Practices for Environment, Health & Safety Mgt
- Speaker – Gender-Based Violence
- Speaker at Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Integrating Social Impact into Business DNA
- Facilitator / Alternate Speaker for 8 hours Managing Head training
- Facilitator / Alternate Speaker for Basic PCO Training (RA 9003, RA 9275, RA 8749, LLDA Regulations and Requirements, Incident Investigation and Reporting, Sustainable Development, Climate Change, Technical Summary and Workshop, EMP / EMoP, SMR and CMR)
- Trainer - Risk Assessment & H&S Standards
- Trainer - Crisis Management & BCP
- Trainer - Environmental Mgt (Solid Waste Mgt, Hazardous Waste Mgt, Waste Water Mgt)
- Trainer - ISO Standards, Auditing and Certification (ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001)
References
- Joanna Adamiak, Director Quality, EHS and Business Continuity, Avon, Joanna.adamiak@avon.com, +48789400055
- Dexford “Dex” Delas Llagas, Regulatory Affairs Country lead, Johnson and Johnson, +639175708913
- Hilarion “Larry” Pascua, AVP Manufacturing Site Head, Jollibee Foods Corp., Hilarion.pascua@jollibee.com, +639175005894
- Florante “Nante” Panganiban, Head Water Quality & Watershed Mgt Dpt, Manila Water, Florante.panganiban@manilawater.com, +639178144756
Timeline
Master of Science - Environmental Science
School of Environmental Science And Management (SESAM), University of The Philippines, Los Banos (UPLB)
08.2014 - Current
Quality Assurance Supervisor
C World KSG Corps
01.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Forestry
College of Forestry And Natural Resources (CFNR), University of The Philippines, Los Banos (UPLB)
05.2005 - 05.2009
Asia-Pacific Regional EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) Coordinator
Avon Products Mfg., Inc.
5 2011 - Current
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