Marilyn Abbey
About Marilyn Abbey
Marilyn Abbey serves as the Safety & Facilities Manager at DP World in Australia, where she has worked since 2021. She specializes in developing strategies for injury management and safety compliance, leveraging her extensive education in business administration and workplace health and safety.
Work at DP World
Marilyn Abbey has been employed at DP World as the Safety & Facilities Manager since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing strategies for managing the company's Injury Management Program. Her focus is on facilitating early return to work outcomes, which is essential for minimizing the impact of workplace injuries. Abbey monitors and supports the application of the Group WHSE Management System across all business groups, ensuring continuous improvement in safety performance.
Education and Expertise
Marilyn Abbey has a solid educational background in business administration and workplace health and safety. She achieved a Diploma in Business Administration from OTEN and a Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety from CBD College. Additionally, she studied Return to Work Coordinator and obtained a Certificate in 2013. Abbey's education equips her with the necessary skills to manage safety and facilities effectively within her organization.
Background
Marilyn Abbey completed her secondary education at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College Kensington, where she focused on Business Administration from 1980 to 1984. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Personal Assistant to the Sales Safety Manager at Nalco from 2010 to 2011. This experience contributed to her understanding of safety management and administrative functions in a corporate environment.
Achievements
In her role as Safety & Facilities Manager, Marilyn Abbey focuses on minimizing the cost of injuries and claims to the company through effective safety management strategies. She works closely with senior team members to enhance safety compliance in line with relevant legislation. Abbey's initiatives contribute to a safer workplace and improved safety performance across the organization.