Hse Manager United States
Resume:
Christopher J. Gary
337-***-**** New Iberia, LA
HSE Manager
Highly qualified and experienced HSE Manager specializing in all phases of site construction safety activities. Practiced in HSE duties for all phases of construction from preparatory work to commissioning and start-up at locations in Africa and the United States. Vocational background of contributing to the construction of marine yard fabrication, maritime, oil & gas, and offshore and land-based LNG operations, petrol chemical facilities, and refineries.
Professional
Experience
Parker Wellbore, Broussard, LA (2023 – present)
Field HSE Manager – US Offshore and US Land
Provide visible leadership engagement to ensure risks are managed
Support field HSE (Inform, develop, guide) in both USO and US Land operations
Represent the organization in community or industry HSE groups and programs
Manage HSE related regulatory requirements (i.e. permits and reporting)
Conducted monthly visits to each of the USO and USL operations and oversaw the realization of EHS vision through commitment and employee ownership in collaboration with safety committees
Administered the development and implementation of risk assessment methods and systems in anticipating, identifying, and evaluating hazards
Coordinated with project and site leadership to create and achieve short- and long-term EHS objectives, targets, strategies, and measures that prioritized and mitigated risks
Provided support to the business division and operation activities as well as shared services.
Worked in collaboration with senior leadership and contract administrators in planning projects
Successfully created and carried out programs that surpassed the compliance requirements outlined in federal regulations, corporate directives and industry’s best management practices
Provided expert oversight to the operation of the COACH system on the project done through the Conscious Observation and Actions to Control Hazards (COACH) card system on all projects
Identified and promptly responded to incidents and injuries within operations by coordinating with our risk management provider and continually managed incident or injury from start to completion
Swiftships, Morgan City, LA (2019 – 2023)
Safety Program Manager
Responsible for managing company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Program and for assisting in maintaining a safe and secure working environment for all staff
Detailed reporting to top management and public groups done on a consistent basis to meet both regulatory, company and client requirements
Manage team of three safety professionals working at shipyard facilities at three sites in South Louisiana
Serve as lead in identifying hazardous conditions and practices in workplace as well as small cross-functional team to establish standards and ensure that potential hazards are identified, understood and controlled
Continually reviewing and overseeing of safety procedures, as well as organizing in-house health & safety training for managers and employees
Worked with management on carrying out site safety inspection and making changes to working practices
Lead organization in identifying probable risks and giving advice on safety matter to senior managers
Assist management in accident investigation, injury and property damage reporting
Continual work on promoting and developing a positive and proactive safety culture through training, assistance and mentoring to team members, as well as continually keeping abreast of Health & Safety legislation affected the industry
Continually improved safety performance
OSHA TRIR rating was cut by 50% within two years of employment
Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards
Obtained Incumbent Worker Training Program grant in excess of $200,000 through State of Louisiana to use in employee training purposes
Certified for hazmat shipping via air / vessel / ground
Medical training to respond to any emergencies.
Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards
Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards
TechnipFMC, Houston, TX (2019 – 2020)
BHP Ruby Project HSE Manager
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
Direct all implementation, coordination, and communication of BHP Ruby project environmental, health, and safety program
Oversee entire scope of HSE activities from initial construction through commissioning
Proactively support engineering activities and construction at project sites
Initiate and strengthen relationships with staff and consultants to attain collaborative work environment
Track and close punch list items requiring resolution prior to project loadout
Observe commissioning completions and coordinate with clients and subcontractors to have assigned personnel at site and familiar with facility before beginning work activities
Verified project activities comply with HSE Plan and according to client specifications in all phases of operation
Promote awareness and preparedness to create culture that prioritizes effective HSE practices Interact with client representatives, local, state, and federal agencies, project management, and subcontractors
Launch investigations to near misses and accidents
Ensure follow-up actions are taken for address or correct safety concerns
Respond to company inquiries and reporting requirements for health, safety, environmental matters
Encourage involvement, awareness, and continuous improvement in all safety programs by contractors and employees.
Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Completed project with zero recordable injuries and over 1,000,000 manhours safely worked.
Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Acadian Contractors, Inc., Abbeville, LA (2017 – 2019)
Project HSE Manager
Oversaw field construction and commissioning activities to validate work complied with HSE requirements
Created safe work environment by complying with safety, health and security requirements.
Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize workplace safety.
Interacted with the Field Operations team to deliver the best industrial practices
Contributed HSE expertise to various projects, including Arena Oil and Gas, Apache Oil and Gas, and the Leviathan ACI project
Served as HSE support to independent oil and gas companies and subcontractors
Verified subcontractor allegiance with the safety management process
Monitored subcontractor performance, implemented safety program and employee evaluations, and processes to eliminate workplace hazards
Established and oversaw HSE best practices, and analyzed outcomes to successfully attain continuous improvement
Monitored activities and reported against key HSE milestones
Interfaced with contractors, engineers, and operation personnel to promote safety and health code/standard
Chaired HSE pre-job and pre-task meetings
Monitored industrial hygiene mandates, inspected safety equipment, and provide on-site medical first aid
Conducted daily safety inspections for both day and night shift activities to encourage safety compliance
Successfully achieved a TRIR rate of less than 1%
Enhanced the Behavioral Based Safety System, a scientific and behavior medication program to facilitate safe work activities and reduce work-related injuries
Implemented the JSA Quality Analysis process and fulfilled field duties to guarantee HSE compliance by all personnel.
Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Dynamic Industries, Inc., New Iberia, LA ( 2001 – 2017)
Senior HSE Manager and EMT-Paramedic
Oversaw safety, health, and environmental issues for a 1200 employee oilfield construction facility
Supervised HSE advisors ranging in size from seven to fifteen persons depending on the project
Supervised multiple projects that required high levels of industrial hygiene monitoring, including aluminum fabrication and lead abatement, and standby rescue personnel in confined workspaces
Supervised incident investigations, analyses, and reporting
Inaugurated a safety committee to proactively identify hazards and evaluate loss potential of systems, operations, and processes
Participated in DEQ and OSHA audits to ensure HSE compliance
Verified efficiency of the Control of Work System
Managed the Permit to Work Systems and established protocols according to project mandates dealing with confined space, electrical concerns, line breaks, and hot work activities
Assisted clients and contractors with site evaluations of project and related concerns, such as Fit for Duty, exposure monitoring, and risk-based mitigation
Led the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) program
Contributed HSE expertise to numerous downstream and upstream projects
Engaged in early project phases, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and start-up
Interacted with contractors, engineering, and operations to understand the mechanical and structural feasibility of safety studies and offered recommendations for safety and health standards
Championed incident and injury-free engagement at sites and developed other site IIF champions
Liaised with site leadership to assure full integration of HSE processes into work activities and compliance with HSE plans
Performed onsite assessments, audits, training, and orientation for employees
Performed program reviews and revisions, recordkeeping, and submitting HSE regulation reports and the treatment of injured and ill employees to state and federal agencies
Supplied technical guidance to project in various areas: environmental management, emergency protocols, qualitative and quantitative risk assessment, risk management, and safe work practices
Spearheaded incident investigation, analysis, and reporting process
Enhanced the HSE Management System within another company that was purchased by Dynamic, which resulted in an enhanced HSE culture and subsequent HSE achievements
Contributor to Days Away from Work initiative to over 1,000,000 hours with no major Injuries
Chaired the Safety Leadership Team, which was composed of field employees and management, and served as a conduit for HSE communication throughout the company
Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette, Lafayette, LA
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, 05/1994
Certifications
OSHA 510 OSHA 511, Hazmat Air Shipper Certification (IATA) Hazmat Ground Shipper
Certification (DOT) Hazmat Vessel Shipper Certification (IMDG) Associations American
Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
Associations
American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
References Gary LoPiccolo – Former VP of HSE – Dynamic Industries
****.*********@*****.*** – 337-***-****
Harry Chmiel – Director, HSSE CP2 – Venture Global LNG
*******@****************.*** – 281-***-****
Craig Romero – Director – Port of Iberia
*******@************.*** – 337-***-****
Jeff Gamble – SSGC LCU 1700 Acting PMR and Onsite Project Manager – NAVSEA
*******.*.******@****.*** – 228-***-****
Jeff LeLeux – President and Owner – Swiftships
*******@**********.*** – 985-***-****
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