Brian Meridyth
HSE Consultant/Management Logistics & Operations
Hobbs, NM 88240 575-***-**** **************@*****.*** Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Summary
Results-oriented HSE professional with extensive experience in logistics, operations, and the oil and gas industry. Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and provide effective training. Dedicated to fostering a safe and compliant work environment, driving continuous improvement, and minimizing risks.
Experience
SHV Energy Area HSE Manager July 2023 – Present
Conducted and documented weekly job site audits, identifying and correcting hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
Developed and implemented recommendations to management on improvement of processes and equipment.
Delivered engaging safety training programs in both field and classroom settings, ensuring employee understanding of regulations.
Led and managed on-the-ground incident investigations, providing guidance to field supervision to find root cause and corrective measures.
Managed and maintained company safety management systems, including equipment inventory, training tracking, and data input for reporting purposes.
Attended customer meetings and trainings, providing safety support to customers.
Performed other tasks as assigned by Safety Director.
Extech Consulting HSE Lead Consultant August 2019 – July 2023
Provided comprehensive HSE consultation to Completions, Drilling, and Coil Operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and company regulations.
Developed, implemented, and maintained HSE programs focused on improved performance, risk management, emergency response, audits, and assessments.
Provided on-site HSE training and support to field personnel.
Presented and facilitated key health and safety topics at employee and contractor meetings.
Conducted incident investigations, field audits, and customer safety audits.
Managed environmental spills reporting.
Chalk Mountain Services HSE Manager - Frac Operations March 2017 – August 2019
Identified hazards and implemented corrective measures through site personnel interaction.
Managed site Compliance, Incident Management, and Action Item Databases and HSE Calendar, including routine reporting, audits, and permit renewals.
Promoted employee safety participation and ensured the reporting and investigation of incidents and near misses.
Developed, implemented, and maintained EHS programs and policies.
Supported the industrial hygiene program with monitoring and exposure assessments.
Participated in Quality Assurance under the ISO 9000 and RC14001 process.
Maintained HSE documentation, ensuring environmental permit compliance.
Canon Safety/RHI Group HSE Consultant – Drilling and Completions May 2012 – March 2017
Implemented HSE policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Managed hazard identification and risk management.
Conducted incident reporting and causal analysis.
Maintained wellsite security.
Conducted and participated in audits and inspections.
HL Trucking Operations Manager May 2012 – October 2015
Managed team and company accounts.
Maintained office documentation and records.
Handled account service and management.
Managed sales team.
Endeavor Services Operations Manager October 2010 – May 2012
Made sales calls.
Managed safety regulations/standards for equipment and work conditions.
Trained dispatchers and drivers.
Conducted safety meetings and ensured compliance with company, Federal, and DOT regulations.
Oversaw operations, including pulling and reverse units.
Managed hiring, termination, and customer service.
Colborn Inc Sales Manager February 2009 – October 2010
Made sales calls.
Oversaw safety regulations/standards.
Managed customer tank gauges.
Maintained equipment and vehicles.
Provided customer service.
Graco Fishing & Rental District Manager/DOT Manager May 2007 – February 2009
Supervised teams including Reverse unit operators, fishermen, and packer hands.
Managed office and operations within budget.
Hired and terminated employees.
Managed downhole tools and operations.
Conducted and scheduled safety meetings.
Provided customer service and handled complaints.
Zia Transports General Manager January 2006 – May 2007
Managed truck inventory and ordering.
Made sales calls.
Oversaw safety regulations and standards.
Trained dispatchers and drivers.
Conducted safety meetings and ensured compliance with regulations.
Oversaw operations, including pulling and reverse units.
Managed hiring, termination, and customer service.
Graco Fishing & Rental Shop Manager January 2005 – January 2006
Managed downhole tool maintenance.
Managed inventory, ordering, and purchasing.
Made sales calls.
Conducted safety meetings.
Provided customer service.
Trigas Logistics Coordinator January 2004 – January 2005
Managed distribution of semi-tractor trailers and on-site facilities.
Supervised field operations and handled special situations.
Maintained equipment and vehicles.
Managed safety regulations/standards.
Trained dispatchers.
Conducted safety meetings.
Edwards Inc Plant Manager November 1997 – December 2003
Ensured compliance with regulations (Edwards, Federal, DOT, FDA, ISO 9001, OSHA, and Local).
Managed loss prevention, auditing, and SAP implementation.
Controlled warehouse inventory.
Conducted atmospheric readings and issued HWIPs.
Managed gas chromatograph and metals analysis teams.
Managed production and distribution schedules.
Managed customer service, sales, and budgets.
Oversaw maintenance projects.
Transfilled HCL and worked with semiconductors.
Managed logistics, trucking, and dispatch.
Hired and terminated employees.
Conducted safety meetings.
Education
Texas A&M Engineering Extension (TEEX) Certifications
Certifications/Licenses
CSHO Certs
Respiratory Protection (February 2018 – Present)
Certified Orbital Welder
Certified Gas Chromatograph Operator
HM126, First Aid and CPR, HWI
Forklift Driver
LOTO
Workplace Harassment
H2S
Bloodborne
Safeland Trained
DOT and Federal Regulations
Skills
Safety Management Systems
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
Auditing & Inspections
Training & Development
Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
DOT Regulations
Oil and Gas Operations
Logistics & Distribution
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Spreadsheets