Tessa Smits
Workplace Health & Wellbeing Manager APAC
21 Marina Way
Summary
Passionate about workplace health and wellbeing, and a highly motivated young professional dedicated to creating optimal working environments. Currently leading the ergonomic program for Google in the APAC region at Ergo Global, focusing on implementing evidence-based strategies to enhance employee productivity and satisfaction. Skilled in assessing work environments and delivering tailored training, with a commitment to fostering a culture of wellness that integrates human factors and ergonomic principles. A strong advocate for promoting both physical and mental health in the workplace.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Health and Human Factors Consultant
Ergo Global
02.2021 - Current
- Serve as the Account Manager for Google, representing Google presented by Ergo Global in 12 APAC countries.
- Lead the development and execution of ergonomic programs across 25+ Google offices in the APAC region, ensuring alignment with global best practices.
- Collaborate with 35 regional teams (EHS, Facilities, etc.) to tailor ergonomic solutions and wellbeing programs, fostering healthier work environments.
- Provide ergonomic assessments, consultations, and training to over 500 Google employees annually.
- Track and report on program effectiveness through key metrics, improving workplace health and safety outcomes by 15%.
- Act as the primary regional lead contact for Google regarding all ergonomic initiatives in the region.
Registered Nurse
Spaarne Gasthuis
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Leveraged nursing expertise to manage and deliver 10+ comprehensive health and wellbeing programs.
- Enhanced patient outcomes for over 500 patients by delivering compassionate, holistic care that addressed not only physical health but also emotional and spiritual well-being, significantly improving patient satisfaction by 20%.
- Applied advanced critical thinking to prioritize and implement nursing interventions based on patient acuity and specific care needs for 50+ cases weekly.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of 30 new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in 3 evidence-based practice project implementations, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities annually.
Education
Master of Science - Health Sciences
University of Twente
Enschede, Netherlands 09.2017 - 08.2018
Pre-Masters - Health Sciences
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam)
Amsterdam, Netherlands 09.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
Utrecht, Netherlands 09.2012 - 09.2016
Skills
Ergonomic assessment and intervention
Workplace health and safety management
Data analysis and reporting
Health Program development and implementation
Training and workshop facilitation
Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Nursing and clinical Leadership
Strong communication and presentation skills
Project management and decision making
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Certification
CEAS I Course: Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, Back to School Ergo, Singapore
Timeline
Senior Health and Human Factors Consultant
Ergo Global
02.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Health Sciences
University of Twente
09.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
Spaarne Gasthuis
01.2017 - 01.2021
Pre-Masters - Health Sciences
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam)
09.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
09.2012 - 09.2016
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