Kieran Rudden
About Kieran Rudden
Kieran Rudden serves as the Deputy Health and Safety Manager at Hatch, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in health and safety roles across various locations, including Canada, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
Current Role at Hatch
Kieran Rudden serves as the Deputy Health and Safety Manager at Hatch, a position he has held since 2019. He works in Kemano, B.C., where he is responsible for overseeing health and safety management. His role involves developing and implementing health and safety policies and safety management plans that align with the project’s safety management system. He promotes a culture of safety within the organization, emphasizing that health and safety is a core value.
Previous Experience at Hatch
Prior to his current role, Kieran Rudden worked at Hatch in various capacities. He began as a Health and Safety Coordinator for four months in 2017 in the Toronto, Canada Area. He then served as a Health and Safety Advisor from 2017 to 2019 in Kemano, B.C., where he contributed to the development of health and safety strategies. Additionally, he was the Lead Safety Officer for the Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project in Toronto for four months in 2017.
Experience at Dornan Engineering Ltd.
Kieran Rudden has significant experience in health and safety roles at Dornan Engineering Ltd. He worked as a Health and Safety Officer for eight months in 2013 in Mons, Belgium, before advancing to the position of Senior Health and Safety Officer from 2014 to 2016 in the Amsterdam Area, Netherlands. In these roles, he was involved in implementing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Educational Background
Kieran Rudden studied at Letterkenny Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Fire Safety Engineering from 2011 to 2012. He also completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from 2008 to 2011 at the same institution. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in health and safety management.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Kieran Rudden has made significant contributions to health and safety practices in his roles. He championed Rio Tinto’s Critical Risk Management (CRM) process for the project, enhancing safety protocols. He also facilitated TapRooT investigations for incidents and accidents, identifying deficiencies and recommending remedial actions. His efforts focus on managing occupational injuries and promoting a proactive safety culture.