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EMMANUEL ONYEWUCHI NKWOCHA

EMMANUEL ONYEWUCHI NKWOCHA

Port Harcourt

Summary

Results-driven HSE/Safety Manager with over 15 years of experience ensuring workplace safety, compliance, and risk mitigation in high-risk industries. Skilled in hazard identification, risk assessments, and emergency response planning, with a proven track record of reducing incidents and enhancing safety culture. Expertise in OSHA and ISO standards, incident investigation, and safety training programs. Adept at influencing company-wide compliance, leading audits, and optimizing operational efficiency. Committed to creating safe, healthy work environments while driving continuous improvement in safety protocols and regulatory adherence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HSE/SAFETY COORDINATOR

Kemud Int Ltd
Port Harcourt
01.2015 - Current
  • Ensuring full compliance with UAE safety regulations, OSHA, and ISO standards to minimize workplace hazards.
  • Leading safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Implementing safety training programs, improving workforce awareness, and reducing incidents.
  • Monitoring and enforcing PPE usage, ensuring a 100% compliance rate across all projects.
  • Conducting emergency drills and response planning, enhancing preparedness for critical situations.
  • Collaborating with management to develop and implement advanced HSE policies.
  • Investigating workplace incidents, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Driving a positive safety culture, increasing compliance, and reducing lost-time injuries.

SENIOR HSE/SAFETY OFFICER

Famts Integrated Services Limited
Port Harcourt
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Developed and enforced safety procedures, reducing workplace accidents by 40%.
  • Conducted risk assessments and safety audits, ensuring strict compliance with UAE and international standards.
  • Provided HSE training to staff and contractors, improving safety awareness and practices.
  • Led emergency response planning, ensuring rapid and effective incident management.
  • Investigated workplace accidents, recommended corrective actions, and improved reporting accuracy.
  • Ensured PPE compliance, achieving a 95% adherence rate across all work sites.
  • Coordinated environmental health programs, minimizing hazardous waste and improving sustainability.
  • Strengthened collaboration between departments, enhancing overall safety performance.

HSE OFFICER

JV CBI/JBN Nig Plc
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Conducted routine safety inspections, identifying and resolving potential hazards proactively.
  • Trained employees on workplace safety, leading to a significant reduction in incidents.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing HSE policies, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Led accident investigations, identified root causes, and implemented preventive measures.
  • Supervised PPE usage and workplace hygiene, ensuring a safe and compliant environment.
  • Enforced safety protocols during high-risk operations, preventing operational downtime.
  • Coordinated with senior management to improve risk management strategies.
  • Improved safety documentation processes, increasing efficiency in reporting and compliance.
  • (NLNG Expansion Project, Bonny Island)

Education

Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication

Institute of Management & Technology (IMT)
01.1997

National Diploma - Mass Communication

OSISA TECH
01.1994

Skills

  • Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
  • Incident Investigation & Reporting
  • Knowledge of Safety Regulations (OSHA, ISO 14001 & 18001)
  • Emergency Response Planning & Execution
  • Workplace Safety Audits & Inspections
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Management
  • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Strong Communication & Presentation Skills
  • Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making Under Pressure
  • Delivered coaching on workplace safety procedures
  • Collaboration & Interpersonal Skills
  • Showcased excellent adaptability and precise attention to detail in daily responsibilities

Certification

  • OSHA 132 Certification, Occupational Safety & Health Administration, 2022-01-01
  • Diploma in Environmental Health & Safety Management (EHS), UniAthena, 2021-01-01
  • HSE Competence Course (Level 3), Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), 2020-01-01
  • Advanced Health, Safety & Environment Course, ISPON, 2019-01-01
  • Incident Investigation & Reporting Course, ISPON, 2018-01-01
  • ISO 14001 & 18001 Management Systems Certification, ISPON, 2017-01-01
  • Breathing Apparatus & Gas Testing Certification, ISPON, 2016-01-01
  • Confined Space Training Course, TSKJ, 2015-01-01
  • STOP (Safety Training & Observation Program), TSKJ, 2014-01-01
  • Hazardous Spill Clean-up Training, TSKJ, 2013-01-01
  • Safety Supervision & Leadership Training, ISPON, 2012-01-01
  • QMS ISO 9001:2008 Awareness Course, ISPON, 2011-01-01
  • Walking, Working Surfaces & Fall Protection Certification, ISPON, 2010-01-01
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Management Certification, ISPON, 2009-01-01

Accomplishments

  • SAFETY CULTURE, Successfully ingrained a strong safety culture among employees, leading to a 70% reduction in workplace incidents and accidents.
  • MEDICAL FITNESS OF EMPLOYEES, Ensured all personnel underwent thorough medical fitness evaluations before mobilization, significantly reducing Non-Accidental Deaths (NAD) during project execution.
  • FAIR HANDLING OF MEDICAL ISSUES, Established a non-discriminatory reporting system where employees with medical concerns could report health issues without fear of intimidation, promoting a healthier workforce.
  • ENHANCED ACCIDENT & INCIDENT REPORTING SYSTEM, Strengthened accident investigation processes by facilitating timely root cause analysis, leading to the implementation of effective preventive measures.
  • TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT, Collaborated with department heads to deliver targeted safety training programs, which mitigated workplace hazards to the barest minimum.
  • HAZID (HAZARD IDENTIFICATION PROGRAM), Implemented bi-weekly hazard hunts to proactively identify and eliminate potential risks, ensuring a safer work environment.
  • DEP (DRIVERS EDUCATION PROGRAM), Developed and supervised a specialized Drivers Education Program (DEP), enhancing fleet management and driver accountability through structured odometer tracking, logbook maintenance, and journey planning.

Languages

English

References

Available Upon Request

Work Availability

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Timeline

HSE/SAFETY COORDINATOR

Kemud Int Ltd
01.2015 - Current

SENIOR HSE/SAFETY OFFICER

Famts Integrated Services Limited
01.2010 - 01.2015

HSE OFFICER

JV CBI/JBN Nig Plc
01.2005 - 01.2009

Higher National Diploma - Mass Communication

Institute of Management & Technology (IMT)

National Diploma - Mass Communication

OSISA TECH

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