Chineme Ubele

Results-driven HSE Officer with over 5 years of hands-on experience in oil and gas, construction, commissioning, operations, and maintenance activities across Nigeria. Demonstrated track record of delivering zero-incident performance across several projects for major clients including NNPC E&P Limited, Heirs Energies, TotalEnergies, and Aradel Holdings Plc. Expertise spans PTW system enforcement, SIMOPS risk management, Job Risk Assessment (JRA), contractor safety compliance, emergency response coordination, and HSE KPI monitoring.

Certified Internal

Auditor for ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001:2015, with ISPON HSE Level IV (Management) qualification.

HSE Officer at KOHASA Engineering Company Limited (2021-01 – Present)

• Enforced strict compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) systems for all high-risk activities including hot work, confined space entry, work at height, and SIMOPS, achieving zero PTW violations across all supervised projects
• Delivered daily toolbox talks, pre-job safety briefings, and site inductions for construction and operational personnel across several projects, maintaining a consistent zero Lost Time Injury (LTI) record
• Developed, implemented, and monitored HSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), driving measurable and continuous safety performance improvements across all project sites
• Maintained comprehensive HSE records including inspection reports, incident reports, emergency drill documentation, and PTW logs in full compliance with client and regulatory requirements
• Coordinated emergency response activities and drills for personnel, ensuring highest level of emergency preparedness at all times
• Managed HSE compliance for simultaneous operations (SIMOPS), identifying and mitigating risks before execution of activities
• Conducted regular Job Risk Assessments (JRA) and site HSE inspections, ensuring hazard identification and corrective actions were promptly executed
• Prepared and submitted HSE deliverables at tender and project execution stages
• Issued and monitored proper use of PPE among staff and contractors, ensuring full compliance with applicable safety standards
• Developed and delivered HSE training and environmental awareness sessions for personnel, promoting a strong safety culture across all project sites
• Ensured all fire extinguishers, alarms, and first aid kits were maintained in working condition and ready for deployment at all times

HSE Intern at KOHASA Engineering Company Limited (2020-01 – 2021-12)

• Assisted in HSE inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification across office and project sites
• Supported emergency drills, safety equipment checks, and HSE training sessions
• Prepared monthly HSE statistics and attended HSE meetings

B.Sc. (Hons) in Microbiology – Madonna University, Rivers State (2018-01)

West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) – Benviatto Schools, Port Harcourt (2013-01)