Avinash Sami I Chohsp I Maihs I Meha I Mhfa I Jp

Avinash Sami is a seasoned professional in occupational health and safety with extensive experience in various managerial roles across multiple organizations. Currently serving as the Group WHS Manager at Seagrass Boutique Hospitality Group since May 2016, Avinash oversees occupational health and safety, food safety compliance, and worker compensation management for 40 restaurants and two head offices in Australia. Previous roles include Safety Health and Environment Manager at Goodman Fielder, OHS Manager-Operations at Top Cut Foods, and Safety Health Environment Manager at Nestle S.A. Beverage Division. Avinash has a solid educational background with a Master's degree in Workplace Health and Safety from the University of Newcastle and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health from the University of South Pacific & Fiji School of Medicine. Significant early career contributions include a project officer role in Fiji's Ministry of Health, where notable achievements included the amendment of the Tobacco Control Act 1998 and the establishment of Tobacco Control Enforcement Services in Fiji.