Karien Lubbe
About Karien Lubbe
Karien Lubbe is the OHSE & Facilities Manager at American Tower Corporation in Johannesburg, South Africa, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in health and safety management, having previously held various roles in the industry and achieved multiple certifications in occupational health and safety.
Work at American Tower
Karien Lubbe has been employed at American Tower Corporation since 2015. Initially serving as an HSE Specialist for two years, she transitioned to the role of OHSE Compliance Officer in 2017. In 2018, she took on the position of OHSE & Facilities Manager. In her current role, she is responsible for managing compliance with occupational health and safety standards, overseeing vendor management, and ensuring adherence to COVID-19 protocols. She has successfully implemented and managed the ISO 45001:2018 system, maintaining the company's certification.
Education and Expertise
Karien Lubbe has pursued extensive education in health and safety management. She achieved the IRCA Certified ISO9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification in 2017 and the ISO45001:2018 Lead Implementer certification in 2019. Additionally, she studied various safety management systems, including OHSAS18001:2007 and ISO14001:2015. She also holds a Certificate in Compliance Risk Management from the Compliance Institute of SA. Her studies at the National First Aid Academy resulted in a First Aid Level 3 certification.
Background
Karien Lubbe began her career in 2003 as a Personal Assistant & Office Manager at Campus Crusade for Christ. She then worked at Bibby Distribution as a General Worker from 2004 to 2005. Following this, she served as a Personal & Marketing Assistant at Pam Golding Properties for six years. In 2014, she took on the role of Business Process Manager at ClearlineIS for one year before joining American Tower. Her diverse background includes roles focused on health, safety, and environmental management.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Karien Lubbe has achieved several certifications that highlight her expertise in health and safety management. She has successfully implemented the ISO 45001:2018 system at American Tower Corporation, ensuring compliance with international standards. Additionally, she has managed COVID-19 compliance measures within the organization. Her educational accomplishments include certifications in various ISO standards and safety management systems, demonstrating her commitment to professional development in her field.