Andrew Garry Umba

I’m an operations and safety professional with over 13 years of experience across mining, logistics, OHS/WHS compliance, vector and hygiene control, and agricultural operations. I bring strong practical and leadership capability from a Bachelor’s degree in Management, supported by targeted WHS qualifications and incident investigation training.

In my recent role as an OHS Safety Compliance Officer (Wokman Teleoks Limited – Ok Tedi Mining Limited), I monitored and enforced OHS/WHS compliance across operational work sites through workplace inspections, safety observations, and compliance checks. I also supported incident reporting, investigations, corrective action tracking, and implementation of safety procedures and statutory compliance requirements—helping promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.

Previously, as a Transport Supply & Logistics Coordinator (Major Projects) at Ok Tedi Mining Limited, I coordinated transport, supply, and logistics for major mining projects. I managed scheduling, delivery, and tracking of materials and equipment to site, liaised with suppliers and internal departments, and maintained logistics documentation, records, and compliance reporting.

I’ve also led critical hygiene outcomes as a Vector & Hygiene Control Supervisor, ensuring the Vector Control Management Program and hygiene operations were effectively implemented across camps, facilities, and operational sites. Earlier, I managed cattle farm operations in Mackay, Queensland, combining safe work practices, WHS/biosecurity/hygiene controls, and remote operations discipline.