OVIRI, BENJAMIN

Mobile: +***(*)706*******, +***(*)805-***-****, My Wife (+234(0)805*******). LinkedIn Url:https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin- oviri-3b282615 Email: adq4gt@r.postjobfree.com State: Delta, Skype: benoviri2000. Nationality: Nigerian, Nigerian Passport No: A07235953, Experience: 14+ Years. DOB: 22nd Nov 1982, Marital Status: Married, Relocation: Yes - Internationally

@ 25, Thompson Layegbe Street, Off Ughelli/Patani Expressway, Okuokoko–Warri, Delta State. Nigeria.

(NEBOSH IGC, PSM, KELVIN TOPSET, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor – IRCA, Radiation Safety Officer)

Executive Profile & Statement: Bearer is a dynamic & self-motivated, highly experienced & determined professional with invaluable exposure in health, safety, environment, security and process management. Passionate & committed expertise driven by the philosophy of consistently promoting a safe, efficient & incident free operation. Over a decades of work experience, excellent analytical & incident prevention skills. Constantly enhancing personnel awareness through practical engagement and safety culture. Sound interpersonal relationship based on mutual respect & trust.

CAREER OBJECTIVE: A meticulous, hard-working and focused professional who has a long record of accomplishment of identifying probable risks, preventing accidents and implementing industrial based safety regulations. Benjamin has considerable experience in a Health and Safety role, and is an expert in the fields of drawing-up safe operational procedures and making recommendations following any accidents or incidents. He is team-oriented, resilient and has a self-consistent personality, along with a very precise and goal-oriented working style. Right now, he is looking for a position with a company where there is potential for promotion based on individual performance.

Professional (Certification & Membership) Training / Qualifications & Dates:

-Certified, Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 45001:2018)–Cert. No. H80/NGUC/D03/01

-Certified, NEBOSH Process Safety Management Certificate (PSM) - July 2019 Cert No.:00152284/1196861

-Certified, STCW Basic Safety Training (NIMASA)-Charkin Maritime & Offshore Safety Centre -Cert No RB3672ER – Jan 2019

-Certified, Medical Certificate of Fitness for Offshore Work (Oil & Gas UK Guideline)- Dec 2021- Dec 2023

-Certified, Dangerous Goods Regulations by Sea Transport, Cert #: IMO/0818/0009-DGM Ghana -Aug 2018

-Certified, Dangerous Goods Regulations by Road Transport -ADR,Cert #: ADR/0818/0002 – DGM Ghana -Aug 2018

-Certified, HSE Competence Development Training (Level 3) -ISPON, Cert #:10001628 – Oct 2018.

-Certified, Helicopter Landing Officer Training, Cert # FPA/NG/7051609, Falck Nigeria, November 2017

-Certified, Helideck Team Member Training, Cert # FPA/NG/7051569, Falck Nigeria, November 2017

-Certified, Continuous Professional Development(CPD) standards course, Cert # 21493, Dubai, May 2017

-Certified, Radiation Safety Officer (NNRA/NTC/RSO/OGI/027 Approved Training) – October, 2018 Refresher.

-Certified, OPITO Approved Further Offshore Emergency Training & CA-EBS (FOET), Cert. #00014924 – Falck Nigeria, February 2019-2023

-DPR -OFFSHORE SAFETY PERMIT (Reg. No: 0051190) – Nov 2020

-Certified, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), Managing Safely.UK, June 2013.

-Certified, Basic First Aid, Falck, Nigeria, June 2014.

-Certified, Maritime Security Awareness Course (MRSCTR-562)-STCW VI/6-1, STCW Code A-VI/6-1) Dubai, Oct 2014.

-Certified, ISPS Code/MTSA/SAFE Ship Security (MRSCTR-562), Cert #000********, Dubai, Oct 2014.

-Certified, International Safety Management(ISM) Code and Internal Auditor, Lloyd Register, Dubai -2012

-Certified, 3 Day Kelvin TOPSET Incident Investigator’s training, Glasgow, UK July, 2012

-Certified, H2S OPITO Training Course, November 2012.

-Certified, Train the Trainer & Internal Verifier Training, Cert #12309, Petrofac, Dubai, May 2012.

-Certified, NEBOSH International General Certificate(IGC), #00120041/359238- 2012

-Certified, OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Supervisor: Safety Management, Commitment, Accountability, Employee Involvement, Communication, Hazard ID & Strategies, Accident Investigation, Safety Training & Quality Safety, Cert. #162135, USA 2011.

-Certified, Health & Safety professional – National Association of Safety Professionals, USA – 2009.

-Certified, Crisis Management Course – National Association of Safety Professionals, USA – 2007.

Education / Qualification & Dates:

Tertiary: (i) Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State – Nigeria (2019-2020), Masters (M.Tech) in Safety Technology Management (Integrated with Safety, Process & Mechanical Engineering Technology) interloping with working career. (ii) Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State – Nigeria (2017-2018), Post graduate Diploma (P.gd) in Safety Technology Management (integrated with safety & mechanical engineering) interloping with working career. (ii) Higher National Diploma (HND) in Industrial Safety Engineering Technology (Upper Credit) Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Delta State-Nigeria (2002-2007).Secondary: Kokori Grammar School, Kokori Inland, Delta State-Nigeria/West African Sch. Certificate/SSCE (1995-2000). Primary: Ozeigbe Primary School, Kokori inland, Delta State-Nigeria/ First School Leaving Cert. / FSLC (1988-1994).

Professional Membership

-Member, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Membership #12380 – 2013.

-Member, International Association of Safety Professional (IASP) Membership #100029A -2007

-Member, Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Membership #967021 -2007

-Member, Institute of Safety Professional of Nigeria (ISPON). Membership #7149 -2018

Worked in the following Countries

-Nigeria

-Equatorial Guinea

-Ghana

-United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Additional Information

-Panamanian endorsement as Marine Technician for Seafarer (Panama Maritime Authority) Cert #1063367, June 2014-

-International Well Control Forum (Level 1) Cert #bAf71Gbyh6a, June 2016.

-WELL Sentinel- TOTAL Deepwater Well Control Awareness Initiative-2017

-Certified, Authorized Gas Testing/Advanced Firefighting, HAZOPS, TOPSET Investigator software level 3, Synergi reporting system and Return of Experience (REX).

-Working knowledge of Training, Auditing, Isolation, Confined Space Entry, H2S systems and Safety, Emergency Response, Incident Investigation and HSE MS Compliance Inspections.

-Oil spill management program, including active participation in auditing of oil spill cleanup and mitigation.

-Nigeria National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) – Enugu State.

-Nigeria NIMASA Seaman Book and Yellow Card.

-Able to work in remote location with minimum corporate support.

-Fully vaccinated Covid -19(AstraZeneca -8/09/21) -NG-NE039427381H.

Work Experience & Career Path

-SEADRILL OPERATIONS NIGERIA LIMITED. Nigeria Office: Sabaina House, Foreshore Estate, Banana Island. Ikoyi-Lagos.

Job Title: Rig HSE Advisor. Rig: West Jupiter 6th Generation Drillship, Egina Field Deepwater Development Field (Drilling for TOTAL Upstream Companies of Nigeria). Date: April 2016 – June 2021

Responsibilities:

-Provide/Roll out Safety Management System to onboard Vessel Management Team and Line Management.

-Implement and maintain HSE management system, procedures and work practices and related HSE plans and bridging documents for drilling operations.

-Monitor the daily drilling activity and discuss with rig supervisors the risks for each hole section.

-Ensure the work permit/Isolation system, HAZMAT, emergency safety appliances, WAH tools, lifting equipment, dropped objects tools, MSDS-COSHH are audited weekly for compliance.

-Appointed Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) to monitor all in-coming radioactive sources with survey meters to ensure no life threatens exposure onboard. Also, liaising with NNRA to ensure proper storage and use of radioactive sources.

-Prepare offshore training budget, advise management on training needs, conduct onboard trainings and maintain training Matrix.

-Observe and coordinate all security, abandon ship, fire, Gas, Man overboard, spill, Confine space rescue, lifeboat and height rescue drills.

-Perform onboard rig-specific induction and security update for all arriving personnel.

-Assist in conducting rig audits, tracks corrective and preventive actions, and provide weekly status reports to rig management.

-Enhance crew awareness of operational procedures (drilling, lifting etc), based on input from practical use of the procedure, and recommend changes where applicable.

-Assist in planning and conducting safety meetings by providing materials such as work procedures and policies/bulletins.

-Oversee and monitor safety meetings including pre-job meetings as required.

-Ensure all rig crews, including Client Representatives and service personnel, fully comprehend the lifesaving equipment and emergency procedures.

-Report any incidents, potential hazards or abnormal situations to the OIM / Rig Manager.

-Maintain hazard register and assist in performing ongoing risk assessments in the workplace.

-Assist in monitor hazardous waste manifests and assist in compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

-Periodically review stock levels of safety related items to ensure there is a consistent and adequate amount in stock.

-Mentor, develop and train crew members to ensure that they are competent to work in their next job level.

-Provide QHSE leadership and motivation to the personnel on the rig.

-Maintain Seadrill catering standards and assist in conducting audits of the mess rooms, galleys, and accommodations

-Support rig contractors with their HSE MS.

-Ensure the implementation of BBS and Stop Work Obligation SWO process and monitor compliance by SWO/SWA drills.

-Conduct periodic inspections for all critical safety and emergency equipment.

-Keep all personnel on board abreast of safety risk assessment needs, SIMOPS and regulatory requirement based on the current operation.

-SEADRILL OPERATIONS NIGERIA LIMITED. Nigeria Office: Sabaina House, Foreshore Estate, Banana Island. Ikoyi-Lagos.

Job Title: Rig HSE Advisor. Rig: West Capella 6th Generation Drillship, Usan Field Deepwater Development Field (Drilling for EXXON Mobil Development Companies). Date: January 2011 – March 2016 (Transfer to West Jupiter).

Responsibilities:

-Audits of facilities/installations and recommend actions/monitor implementation of corrective/improvements.

-Provides Safety, Security, Health and Environmental support services.

-Promotes Behavior Based Culture – Loss Prevention Observation and operational discipline.

-Environmental Management System/Waste Management & regulatory requirements such as EGASPIN.

-Liaises with Onshore management on training requirements for crew.

-Promotes employees’ training / compliance objectives onboard.

-Liaises with Dubai Regional QHSE function on related matters as appropriate.

-Monitors emergency SSHE drills and Simulation exercises, record timings and review improvement areas.

-Ensure integrity of Firefighting and lifesaving equipment through inspection and audit

-Assist in crew change planning and Helicopter operations.

-Participating in incident investigations and contributing to formal Root Cause Analysis teams;

-Implement, monitor SSE and mentoring programme and maintain documentation.

-KCA DEUTAG DRILLING NIGERIA LIMITED. Nigeria Office: KM 16, Port Harcourt/Aba Road Express Road, Port Harcourt-Nigeria.

Job Title: Rig HSE Officer. Rig: BenAvon (SongaTellus) Jack Up (Class 82 SD-C Self-Elevating Rig), Ejubele Development Field (Drilling for Equinox TSB Development Nig Ltd).Date: October 2009 – December 2010. Reason for Leaving: Resignation

Responsibilities:

-Audits of facilities/installations and recommend actions/monitor implementation of corrective/improvements.

-Provides Safety, Security, Health and Environmental support services.

-Provide and maintain a healthy and safe place of work and safe systems of work

-Promote safety awareness programs and safety meetings as required in line with company standard. Also, eliminating/controlling of hazards in the workplace.

-Appointed rig training coordinator to oversee on the job training (OJT) onboard.

-Assist with development of Company Health, Safety & Environmental culture & actively support Safety Vision. Coaching, Mentoring & Training of employee’s/Monitors offshore operations with strict emphasis on compliance.

-Champions implementation of the DUPONT Safety Training Observation Program (STOP/SET).

-Reinforce "Operation Excellence and Incident free operation" (OE and IFO).

-Providing internal notifications of HSE incidents.

-Coordinate incident investigations, share lesson learnt and maintain database

-Advise rig crew and Management on best practices and HSE concerns in all operation.

-Planning and execution of HSE meetings, Pre-tour and pre-job meetings

-HENAN PETEROLEUM EXPLORATION BUREAU (HPEB-SINOPEC DRILLING). Nigeria Office: 6A/6B Woji Road, GRA Phase 2, Port Harcourt-Nigeria. Job Title: Rig HSE Supervisor. Rig: HPEB-129,119 (2000 hp Rig), Afam Integrated Gas and Power Development Field, Agbada Field & Gbaran-Ubie Phase 1 Integrated oil and gas Development Field (Drilling for Shell Petroleum Development Company). Date: February 2008 – September 2009. Reason for Leaving: Resignation

Responsibilities:

-Promotes Community Affairs, Safety, Health, Environment and Security (CASHES) policies on the rig.

-Assist the HSSE Manager, Rig Manager and Tool Pusher, in setting health, safety, and environmental objectives for the rig Performance evaluation against established standards and corrective measures on issue identified.

-Conduct weekly inspection with the supervisors, Rig medic and Client representative of the Campsite with reports kept and sent to the base office for action.

-Conduct weekly inspection of the fire extinguishers at both the rig and campsite, ascertaining their position, location, condition, the pressure, check if damaged or used. Record findings for record purpose and replace when and where necessary.

-Carryout employee exposure monitoring for chemicals, noise, ergonomics etc and advise on how to mitigate the effect of these exposures through provision of the right PPE, safety signs, in-house training etc

-Ensure implementation of the STOP system, collate on daily basis STOP record and use most prevailing issues during weekly HSE meeting discussion.

-Roll out Regular HSE Initiatives to increase Workforce Awareness and Implement emergency response mechanisms for handling HSE issues on site.

-Conduct Gas and temperature check in confine space entry and verify implementation of necessary safety procedures.

-Check and audit the tracking of rig generated waste including waste oil, cuttings etc to ensure proper disposal and documentation.

-Providing HSE data and statistics for internal reporting.

Significant Performance Milestones

-World Drilling Record:

Egina B-W09: West Jupiter Drillship drilling and completion successfully completed B-W09 producer well (20.9 days). 804m drilled in 24 hours. (804m =BurjKhalifa drilled in one day). B-W09 delivered safely and exceeding reservoir prognosis. This is the best subsea well duration achieved worldwide in line with consistent impressive performance on Egina field development.

Egina B-P01: I was the Field HSE Officer Seadrill-West Jupiter drilled the World Fastest Well B-P01 producer well (20 days).

-TOTAL E & P Deputy Managing Director Deepwater HSE Award – Ahmadu Kida-Musa.

-1st Outstanding Nigerian National with proven capabilities, strength & efficacy to serve within stated multinational organizations & numerously defined, hitherto “preferentially reserved” & competitive positions for expat skills/competencies, with earned Top Management performance recognitions & awards.

-8 Years Recognition/Award for Meritorious Long Service by Seadrill Nigeria.

-TOTAL Deepwater Drilling & Completion Best Observation Card Award Q1/2.

-West Jupiter Rig of Q4 operation Excellence by CEO Per Wullf 2015.

-Exxon 5 Years LTI free Safety Milestone Award-West Capella (Usan Field Development Project) 2015.

-TOTAL 6 Years LTI free Safety Award – West Jupiter (Egina Field Development Project) 2019.

Skills & Proficiencies

Office/Software Technology Skills: Synergi, TOPSET Investigator software, MS Word/Excel, MS PowerPoint, Outlook Email/Internet Explorer, Windows/XP Operation.

Personal Skills: Passionate & Committed Team Player, Effective Communication/Presentation efficacy. Safety Leader& An Analytical Investigator, Extensive knowledge in Loss Prevention, Inspection/monitoring, Risk assessment and safety procedures. Also familiar with International General HSE Regulations.

Volunteer Activities

-Student Representative at LAUTECH – Oyo State. Nigeria

Actively represented the interests of 32 M.Sc. students in local community safety/health awareness, safety tours and engineering faculty inspections. Also, selected as a guest speaker for the master class intake for 2 consecutive semesters.

-Rig Surveyor Inspector at Marine Cargo International Ltd – Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

Actively performed condition and integrity survey of drilling rigs (swamp barge, jack up rigs, land rigs and drill ships) injunction with Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).

Hobbies & Interests

Teaching, Sports (Swimming & Table Tennis) & Passion for People Safety/Protection.

Referees:

Available on request.

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