Kaela Ballum

Kaela Ballum, CRSP, NCSO, currently serves as Corporate HSE Manager at Cavendish Farms since June 2016, having previously held the position of HSE Specialist within the Farm Department. From January 2013 to June 2016, Kaela worked as a Safety Supervisor and Safety Advisor for Thompson Brothers, overseeing safety protocols at ConocoPhillips, Suncor Firebag, Suncor Main, and Kearl Lake. Earlier experience includes a role at Reliance Offshore on the Deep Panuke Sour Gas Production Platform from 2010 to 2013. Kaela's educational background includes a Certificate in Gas Process Operator from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, pursued between 2011 and 2012, a Certificate in Office Information Technology from Nova Scotia Community College in 2006-2007, and ongoing studies towards a Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety at the University of New Brunswick since 2014, along with a Diploma of Education in Hospitality Management from Algonquin College International Education Centre.