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Episode Synopsis
Welcome to the Women in Safety podcast, where empowerment meets excellence in the health and safety profession. In this episode, host Alana Ball interviews Anna Ila, the winner of the 2023 Women in Safety Leader of the Year award.
Anna shares her journey in the health and safety field, highlighting the unique challenges she faces working in a male-dominated industry in Papua New Guinea. She shares her experiences working in the remote and challenging Ok Tedi mine, where she has implemented successful safety programs and fostered collaboration with business partners. She discusses the importance of behavioural programs and collaboration with business partners in improving safety outcomes.
She emphasises the importance of believing in oneself and encourages aspiring leaders to push through self-doubt, as well as the need for gender diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and shares her plans for the future.
This inspiring episode highlights the power of dedication, hard work, and supporting one another in the pursuit of safety excellence.
Key Takeaways:
- Ok Tedi Mining Limited is a complex and challenging mine located in Papua New Guinea, known for its unique geographical settings and remote location.
- Anna Ila's leadership role at Ok Tedi has allowed her to understand the responsibilities and impact of a safety leader in ensuring workers' safety.
- The advanced safety awareness and behavioral program at Ok Tedi has proven to be effective in reducing incidents and improving safety culture.
- Collaboration with business partners and fostering an inclusive workplace setting are key factors in driving safety initiatives.
- Anna's recognition as the Women in Safety Leader of the Year is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and the impact she has made in the male-dominated industry.
Resources:
Ok Tedi Mining Limited - https://oktedi.com/
Women in Safety - https://www.womeninsafety.net/
Sign up for the Women in Safety newsletter - https://www.womeninsafety.net/
Be sure to hit follow on Spotify or the + on Apple Podcasts to get the latest episodes.
If you would like to share this episode on your socials, be sure to tag @womeninsafety
Anna shares her journey in the health and safety field, highlighting the unique challenges she faces working in a male-dominated industry in Papua New Guinea. She shares her experiences working in the remote and challenging Ok Tedi mine, where she has implemented successful safety programs and fostered collaboration with business partners. She discusses the importance of behavioural programs and collaboration with business partners in improving safety outcomes.
She emphasises the importance of believing in oneself and encourages aspiring leaders to push through self-doubt, as well as the need for gender diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and shares her plans for the future.
This inspiring episode highlights the power of dedication, hard work, and supporting one another in the pursuit of safety excellence.
Key Takeaways:
- Ok Tedi Mining Limited is a complex and challenging mine located in Papua New Guinea, known for its unique geographical settings and remote location.
- Anna Ila's leadership role at Ok Tedi has allowed her to understand the responsibilities and impact of a safety leader in ensuring workers' safety.
- The advanced safety awareness and behavioral program at Ok Tedi has proven to be effective in reducing incidents and improving safety culture.
- Collaboration with business partners and fostering an inclusive workplace setting are key factors in driving safety initiatives.
- Anna's recognition as the Women in Safety Leader of the Year is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and the impact she has made in the male-dominated industry.
Resources:
Ok Tedi Mining Limited - https://oktedi.com/
Women in Safety - https://www.womeninsafety.net/
Sign up for the Women in Safety newsletter - https://www.womeninsafety.net/
Be sure to hit follow on Spotify or the + on Apple Podcasts to get the latest episodes.
If you would like to share this episode on your socials, be sure to tag @womeninsafety
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