CHRISTOPHER R GUMARANG
Makati City,Philippines
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
ADE, Philippines Inc.
Pasay City, Philippines
01.2023 - 07.2026
- Led development and management of Safety Management System (SMS) and Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) for the company.
- Oversaw implementation of SMS and OSHE systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety policies, meeting all legal requirements and industry standards.
- Maintained compliance with local and international regulations.
- Conducted safety audits to assess compliance with standards and regulations.
- Managed incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies during inspections and audits, demonstrating compliance and securing positive outcomes.
- Monitored compliance with Personal Protective Equipment PPE requirements, significantly reducing workplace injuries.
- Lead regular safety training sessions for staff, significantly improving awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with external health and safety consultants to conduct audits, enhancing the effectiveness of safety programmes.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design safer work environments, focusing on ergonomics and hazard prevention.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organisation, leading to a recognised improvement in employee morale and productivity.
- Prepared and presented reports to senior management on safety performance, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement.
- Reviewed and updated safety manuals and procedures, ensuring they remained relevant and effective.
- Oversaw company security measures to protect assets and personnel.
- Responsible for managing SMS and OSHE records and manual updates. Managed and maintained SMS and OSHE records, including manual updates.
- Conducted safety orientation for new employees, clarifying roles in maintaining a safe workplace.
Senior Quality Assurance Inspector
Philippines AirAsia Inc.
Pasay City
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Perform actual audits and inspections in accordance with established audit procedures.
- Performs on-site audit on PAA Hubs or stations (i.e. Ground Handling, Cargo Operations, Security Operations, etc.)
- Performs an on-site audit on PAA’s prospective or accredited vendor and subcontractor.
- Assist the Head of QMD in the development of the audit schedule for flight operations-related areas.
- Developed audit schedule for maintenance, engineering, and ground operations-related areas to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Evaluated the maintenance work package.
- Ensure all vendors and subcontractors that PAA renders services or provides necessary supplies are properly evaluated and accredited accordingly.
- Ensure that the accredited maintenance provider’s personnel are qualified for authorization based on established PAA authorization procedures prior to the issuance of company authorization.
- Ensure that all engineering/technical requests, applications, procedures, or queries are properly evaluated prior to submission to CAAP.
- Ensure that all Reportable Defects and Occurrences (FSSDR) are reported to CAAP promptly.
- Verify the effectiveness of the implemented corrective/preventive actions.
- Evaluates the applicability of proposed corrective/preventive action.
- Proposing amendments to the QSM for continuous improvement.
- Liaise with different authorities on matters pertaining to the aircraft's airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
- Maintain coordination with CAAP Principal Operations Inspector (POI) and Principal Maintenance Inspector.
- Coordination with relevant PAA departments regarding aircraft delivery, re-delivery of aircraft registration, airworthiness certificate, etc.
- Implement the Regulatory Watch procedure to ensure PAA is abreast of newly released and/or amended regulations, memoranda, and advisory circulars.
- Report to the Head of QMD for any difficulty encountered during the performance of assigned audits.
- Assisted in investigations of aircraft accidents or incidents to identify root causes and establish preventive measures, enhancing safety protocols.
- To carry out any other tasks as directed by the QMD.
Standard and Compliance Security Executive
Philippines AirAsia Inc.
Pasay City
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Ensured regulatory compliance with local and international AVSEC requirements, mitigating risks associated with non-compliance.
- Conducted internal compliance surveys, inspections, penetration tests, and audits to identify and address security vulnerabilities.
- Communicated with station managers and state regulators to ensure compliance.
- Ensure audit findings and non-compliance reports are closed.
- Update new security legislation and identify industry best practices.
- Harmonize new security requirements and business processes.
- Monitored distribution of Security Program Manual, ensuring all staff had access to up-to-date security protocols.
- Update security awareness and other security training modules.
- Conduct, manage, and record all security training.
- Identify vulnerabilities at all security areas.
- Provide support to business units to overcome improvement measures on all related current and past security incidents.
- Set targets for staff and provide the necessary coaching to further optimize performance.
- Acted as alternate for security manager during absences.
- Perform schedule audits for station and security post-events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
PATTS College of Aeronautics
01-2005
Secondary Education -
La Immaculada Concepcion School
01-2000
Elementary Graduate -
Comembo Elementary School
01-1996
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety management
- Risk assessment
- Incident reporting
- Safety audits
- Occupational safety
- Employee training
- Health and safety regulations
Custom
- Safety Management System (SMS) Implementation Course, 2025-01-20, 2025-01-22, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 40 Hours Basic Occupational Safety and Health Training Course with 2 Hours Training of Trainer TOT, 2024-11-25, 2024-11-28, Suite 301 J&F Divino Arcade, 961 Aurora Boulevard, Quezon City, NCR
- Lean and 5S in Aviation, 2023-01-21, Online
- OQA Auditor Recurrent Training, 2023-01-18, Online
- OQA Auditor Recurrent Training, 2021-05-19, Online
- Leadership Essentials Course by KNOLLSKAPE, 2019-05-23, 2019-05-24, Savoy Hotel
- Executive Course on Incident Command System (ICS Training), 2018-11-20, PAA The Bund Training Room, Salem Complex, Pasay City, NCR
- ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management Systems Auditor/Lead Auditor Training Course, 2018-10-22, 2018-10-26, SGS Academy, Makati City, NCR
- Communication Skills by KNOLLSKAPE, 2018-09-27, Savoy Hotel
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making Workshop by KNOLLSKAPE, 2018-07-20, World Aviation Training Center
- A320 General Familiarization Course, 2018-06-18, 2018-06-22, PAAI Technical Training Room, GAA Domestic Road, Pasay City, NCR
- Basic Aviation Security Course, 2018-02-19, 2018-03-05, Violeta Complex, Felix Ave., Corner London Street, Cypress Village, Cainta, Rizal
- Fire and Ramp Safety, 2017-05-12, PAA Incheon Training Room, Salem Complex, Pasay City, NCR
- SMS Initial Training, 2017-05-11, PAA Macau Training Room, Salem Complex, Pasay City, NCR
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Foundation Course, 2017-03-20, SGS Academy, Makati City, NCR
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Internal Audit Course, 2017-03-23, 2017-03-24, SGS Academy, Makati City, NCR
- Fire Safety and Fire Drill Training and Seminar, 2016-06-25, Brgy. Don Galo, Paranaque City, NCR
- Scaffolding Works and Safety Seminar for NCII Scaffold Erection, 2015-12-19, 2015-12-20, Vista 309 Project, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City, NCR
- Loss Control Management, 2013-05-18, 2013-05-26, Viridian Project, Missouri St. Corner Connecticut St., Greenhills, San Juan City
- The Rigging and Lifting Safety Training, 2012-11-09, meeting room 10, SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, NCR
- Heavy Equipment Safety Training, 2012-11-09, meeting room 10, SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, NCR
- Basic Overview and Safety of Scaffoldings, 2012-04-10, Park Terraces, Makati City, NCR
- Basic Occupational Safety and Health for Construction Site Safety Officers, 2012-03-05, 2012-03-09, room 202, Manuel F Tiaoqui building Plaza Sta. Cruz, Manila
- EEI Safety Induction, 2012-08-10, Acacia Grove Hotel, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntilupa City
- Basic Life Support Adult Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation for lay Rescuer, 2010-06-21, EEI Corporation, Libis, Quezon City, NCR
- First Aid Training Tailored First Aid for Industrial Worker, 2010-06-22, EEI Corporation, Libis, Quezon City, NCR
- Elevator Emergency Rescue Procedure, 2009-11-24, Picasso Suites Located at L.P. Leviste street, Salcedo Village, Makati City
- Cessna – 150 General Familiarization and Training Course, PATTS COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS, Domestic Road, Pasay City, 1300
- Aircraft Weight and Balance and Aircraft Inspection
Timeline
Safety Manager
ADE, Philippines Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2026
Senior Quality Assurance Inspector
Philippines AirAsia Inc.
01.2018 - 12.2023
Standard and Compliance Security Executive
Philippines AirAsia Inc.
11.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
PATTS College of Aeronautics
Secondary Education -
La Immaculada Concepcion School
Elementary Graduate -
Comembo Elementary School