Ryan Lau
About Ryan Lau
Ryan Lau serves as the Manager of the Health and Safety Department at Par Hawaii Refinery, LLC, bringing extensive experience in health and safety management within the refinery industry. He has a diverse background in education and coaching, having worked as a teacher and a varsity soccer coach for two decades in Kapolei, Hawaii.
Current Role at Par Pacific Holdings
Ryan Lau serves as the Manager of the Health and Safety Department at Par Hawaii Refinery, LLC, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees health and safety protocols within the refinery, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. His responsibilities include managing safety training programs and implementing safety initiatives to promote a safe working environment.
Previous Experience at Par Pacific Holdings
Before his current role, Ryan Lau worked at Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. as the Process Safety Management Coordinator at Par Hawaii Refinery, LLC from 2013 to 2021. During this eight-year tenure, he focused on enhancing process safety measures and risk management strategies within the refinery operations, contributing to the overall safety culture of the organization.
Career Background at Tesoro Corporation
Ryan Lau's career in the refinery industry began at Tesoro Corporation, where he held multiple roles. He served as a TOP Coordinator in the Health & Safety Department from 2008 to 2013 and as a Plant Operator in the Operations Department from 2006 to 2008. He briefly worked as a Process Safety Management Coordinator in 2013, gaining valuable experience in health and safety management.
Educational Background
Ryan Lau has a diverse educational background. He studied Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies at both St. Mary's College of California and San Diego State University-California State University. He later earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Human Biology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Additionally, he obtained a Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification in Secondary Education and Teaching, Science, from the same university.
Community Involvement and Coaching Experience
Ryan Lau has demonstrated a commitment to community involvement through his long-term coaching role at Kapolei High School, where he coached the Varsity Boys Soccer team for 20 years, from 2000 to 2020. This experience reflects his dedication to youth development and sportsmanship, contributing positively to the local community.