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Daniel Abraham Louw
No 5 Kremetart Street, Heiderand, Mossel Bay 6505, South Africa
Telephone: +27 74 297 0008 (Cell)
Email: danielouwsafety@gmail.com
Professional Profile
I am diligent dependable HSE professional with more than 10 years’ experience coordinating and implementing
HSE compliance requirements on onshore and offshore projects in the oil and gas industry. I possess strong
knowledge of most South African refineries as well as West African and Angolan Oil Companies. My 5 years’
offshore experience includes Singapore, Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nigeria, Angola, Italy and Spain and, 6
months on Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Vessels. I am attentive to detail and able to
handle the pressures of managing concurrent duties in deadline driven environments. I consistently promote a
safety culture by leading by example. I am experienced in working in H2S environments, Simops, working with
and inspecting of Firefighting and emergency equipment. My certifications include BOSIET, Offshore Medical,
NEBOSH (IGC 1, 2 & 3) and SAMTRAC as well as Authorized Gas Tester. I work equally well independently or
as part of a team adopting an analytical and systematic approach to solving complex problems. This includes
accident and incident investigations to determine the route cause. I combine strong interpersonal skills and
effective communication and thrive in challenging environments. During my previous employment I held the
position of HSE Officer at The Sea Trucks Group offshore Nigeria. Prior to this I was HSE Supervisor on a JUB
(Jack Up Barge), on a drilling project off the Chilean coast. Responsibilities have encompassed diverse aspects
of management, including the organization of major projects and customer liaison etc. Generation of new
strategies and maintenance of existing accounts; (motivation, training, implementation, development &
continuous monitoring) setting and achieving targets; liaison at all levels from Top Client delegates to lower
management. My accomplishments have predominately been related to the planning and implementation of
strategies which have maximized company services, exploited existing HSE areas while systematically
developing the new along with the willingness to give full commitment to my employer. I am widely travelled and
adaptable to any culture or environment.
Objective & Synopsis
I am looking to secure a challenging HSE Offshore position that will fully utilise my accumulated knowledge and
experience and, provide opportunities for further personal and professional development.
 Championed and managed overall responsibility of creation of a safe & secure working environment
 Advised and assisted management for preparing, implementing, amending and correcting HSE plans and
policy as per the current HSE legislation and complying with International Safety Standards
 Familiar with Firefighting equipment and Life Saving Appliances on maintenance and inspection as per
industry standards
 Conducted regular and thorough safety tours and inspections, and urged supervisors for proper repair
and maintenance
 Documented and reported all matters relating to safety requirements
 Adapting to working in high pressure environments with strict deadlines and multiple deliverables
 Exceptional Leadership skills, capable of motivating teams towards successful outcomes
 Strong problem solving and analytical skills
 Friendly with an optimistic attitude with a talent for quickly assimilating new ideas and technologies
 Excellent decision making skills with a positive approach
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Health, Safety & Environment
 Team Player
 Strategic Planning

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 Effective Training Deliverance
 Risk Management
 Emergency Response Plans
 Security & Vigilance
 Audit & Surveillance
 Relentless follow ups
 Prevention and Mitigation Control
 Loss Prevention & Waste Reduction
 Monitoring and Observation
 Fire Prevention and Control
 Environmental Protection
 Well versed presentation skills
Experience
Sept. 2015 –
Aug. 2016
Sea Trucks Group, HSE Officer
Client: Chevron
Project: Sonam Project
 Oversees preventative and remedial maintenance of all LSA and FFA equipment and systems.
 Oversees and monitors the effectiveness of on-board reporting of incidents, accident, near misses and non-
conformances.
 Assists the on-board medic with the reporting of medical treatment injuries.
 Continuous improvement of emergency response plans.
 Assists the Master with the continuous improvement of the STG SBMS.
 To ensure SBMS is updated with latest revisions.
 Ensures all emergency contacts are current
 Identifies the need for and implements STG SBMS training presentations to all personnel.
 Oversees all familiarization including record keeping and the updating of familiarization checklists.
 Ensure that an effective “T Card” or personnel tracking system is in place Onboard.
 Monitors the effectiveness of familiarization and training.
 Oversees safety briefings of all non-seafaring personnel arriving on-board e.g. client’s personnel.
 Coordinates all safety activities with other safety stakeholders e.g. ensures permit to work used covers the
requirements of client or dry-dock.
 Updates muster lists, emergency plans and fire envelopes.
 Carries out frequent checks of emergency communication equipment and maintains records of these tests.
 Ensures that the bridging document is reviewed for all safety, pollution and emergency response issues.
 Monitors the inventory of all FFA, LSA and oil spill response consumables.
 Keeps register of all hazardous materials and up to date MSDS and ensures that they are assessed and
control measures are in place for the safe use of them.
 Ensures all safety videos on-board are routinely shown.
 Acts as member of emergency team as dictated by Muster List.
 Reinforce and strengthen the HSE culture at every opportunity in operations and projects.
 Promote correct HSE behaviors through personal example. Take action upon any health, safety and
environmental matter brought to their notice, and report to my Manager on any matter which I might not be
able to rectify.
 Ensure that the workforce under my control are adequately trained, competent and authorized for the
operations which they are required to perform, and kept informed of all relevant information to ensure their
health and safety. Carry out appropriate induction training.
 Maintain awareness Sub-Contractor activities, interfaces and the associated risks.
 Ensure a safe working environment for employees under my control. Assist in all safety inspections to ensure
that the workplace is maintained in a safe and tidy condition. Ensure as far as is reasonably practicable that
the work place is kept free of potential hazards.
 Ensure that risk assessments are carried out. Evaluate processes and activities for the presence of hazards.
Assess record and control the subsequent risk to a tolerable level.
 Conform to the emergency procedures applicable. Ensure that the workforce is aware of, and understands,
the emergency procedures.
 Facilitate effective two-way communication with the workforce on HSE issues. Conduct Toolbox Talks and
Pre Job Safety Meetings. Attend HSE Meetings and ensure workforce participation.

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 Ensure all safety devices provided are utilized and maintained, protective equipment is worn, safety rules are
observed, and safe working practices applied. Ensure correct equipment usage, inspection and effective
maintenance.
 Report and investigate all accidents and dangerous occurrences, including environmental incidents in the
area of responsibility.
 Ensure that operations are conducted in compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation and
Company policy, plans and procedures. Ensure workers under my control are kept informed of all relevant
information to ensure their Health and Safety, and the protection of the Environment.
Communicate HSE report and audit information to staff.
Nov. 2014 –
March 2014
GEOCEAN, HSE SUPERVISOR
Client: Bechtel and BHP Billiton
Project: Escondida Water Supply Project Chile
 Performing daily administrative responsibilities and attending all required meetings.
 Implementing and maintaining of Geocean Safety Management System and best practices.
 Monitoring subcontractors on the JUB to ensure compliance with HSE standards.
 Coordinating the required training including Barge safety inductions.
 Implementing of the Simops procedures.
 Completing HSE reports on daily activities, compiling and submitting daily HSE DPR and HSE statistics and
key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitoring contractors on HSE performance continuously.
 Supervise emergency drills, such as Muster, Abandon ship and Oil spills and compiling reports.
 Conducting of tool box talks and training according to training matrix.
 Performing of site inspections to monitor HSE compliance.
 Ensuring all work performed according to International HSE rules and regulations.
 Supervising all operations according to Geocean HSE standards and client requirements.
Apr. – Aug
2014
GLOBAL PETRO PROJECT SERVICES, Project HSE Coordinator
Client: Total Angola
Project: GirRI FPSO Project Angola on FPSO GIRRASSOL
 Performing daily administrative responsibilities and attending all required meetings.
 Maintain offshore Health and Safety Management System of Saipem.
 Monitoring personnel on different sites of the FPSO to ensure compliance.
 Performing of gas tests in H2S environments, as well as implementing required procedures.
 Implementing of Simops procedures.
 Coordinating the required training including Barge and FPSO safety induction.
 Completing HSE reports on daily activities, compiling and submitting daily EHS DJR and HSE statistics and
key performance indicators (KPIs).
 Ensure all accidents and incidents are reported and investigated timelessly.
 Monitoring contractors on HSE performance.
 Working with HSE Lead and Total HSE Superintendent in conducting weekly site inspections.
Sep - Nov
2013
SHEFFIELD OFFSHORE SERVICES HSE Advisor on Pipe lay Vessel the Sea Horizon
Clients: Cal-dive International for DIALOG, TARPON and PETRONAS
Project: Epic of Zuhal East Development project, Transportation and installation
 Performing daily administrative responsibilities and attending all required meetings.
 Monitoring of pipeline construction activities and Simops
 Implementing and maintaining of Cal-dive Safety Management System.
 Implementing and enforcing of all required procedures.
 Monitoring personnel on and below deck for compliance and complacency.
 Investigation of accidents and incidents to determine their route cause.
 Supervising of emergency drills such as Fire, Abandon ship and Oil spill.
 Completing and submitting daily EHS DJR and HSE statistics and KPIs.
 Permit to work administrator.
 Performing of atmospheric tests for gasses such as H2S prior to contractors entering a confined space.
 Auditing contractor documents such as PTW, JSA and Risk assessments.
 Executing daily barge walkthroughs and conducting Barge safety inductions.
 Inspecting the galley, toilets and mess room daily.

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Apr - Aug 2013 HSE Advisor on ASV Kreuz Glorious
Clients: SWIBER Offshore Construction and ConocoPhillips Indonesia
Project: South Belut Project
Jul - Dec 2012 HSE Advisor on ASV Kreuz Glorious
Client: SWIBER Offshore Construction, TEPB-TOTAL Borneo, Brunei
Project: MLJ-1 Blasting & Painting Campaign and like to like Replacement
 Coordinating with the Supervisors and facilitating daily Toolbox Talks.
 Maintaining of Kreuz Subsea Safety Management System.
 Performing Barge and Worksite inspections, compiling reports and following up on matters arising.
 Delivering instruction, training, coaching on Safe Work Practices, Job Risk Assessment and Hygiene Best
Practices.
 Serving as the Permit to Work Administrator and maintaining HSE statistics.
 Conducting of emergency response drills such as Fire, Muster and Oil spill.
 In the event of an accident, incident or near miss I had to investigate and complete reports.
 Make personnel and contractors aware of Simultaneous Operations and implementing procedures.
 Performing of atmospheric tests for the presence of H2S and ensuring emergency preparedness.
 Coordinating coaching on unsafe acts and Conditions Reporting System (HOC Cards), following up and
close out.
 Preparing for Mobilization and participating in and facilitating audits involving internal issues, the client and
third parties.
Experience continued
2011 – 2012
Jun - Dec 2011
GLOBAL PETRO PROJECT SERVICES,
Construction Safety Officer Heavy Lift Vessel Saipem 3000
Client: Total Nigeria
Projects:Livorno Project, Client: Saipem Italy, DSV the Bar Protector, Offshore Italy,
Feb - May 2012
Kizomba Pau Satellites,
Client: Exxon Mobile USA, , Offshore Angola, Jan 2012
Usan Project Umbilical’s, Flow-Lines and Risers,
Client: Total Nigeria, Heavy lift vessel Saipem 3000, Offshore Nigeria,
 Compiling daily progress and other required reports, obtaining hoc cards and maintaining records
 Implementing and maintaining of Safety Management System of Saipem
 Conducting and recording Toolbox talks, training personnel and performing inspections
 Observing and monitoring activities and advising personnel on non-conformances
 Implementing of Simops procedures to ensure Safe Systems of Work.
 Participating in production and safety meetings and maintaining accurate record of all safety data
 Implementing of Simops procedures
 Testing for gasses such as H2S and implementing required procedures.
 Conducting of emergency response drills such as Medical evacuation, Abandon ship and Oil spill.
 Training of personnel according to training matrix and client requirements.
 Preparing the necessary permits and keeping a log of all permits as PTW administrator.
 Performing of JSA’S and participating in risk assessments
 Investigating of accidents and incidents and compiling of reports.
 Ensuring that all operations are performed in a safe manner and keeping a record of all Key Performance
Indicators
 Ensuring all HSE information available on notice bords.
Earlier Positions
Jan 2010 - Jan
2011
2006, 2007, 2009
Sep - Nov
PETRO SA ON SHORE SOUTH AFRICA
Mechanical Supervisor / Safety Representative
Refinery Plant Shutdowns

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2008 – 2009 Jan -
Des
VARIOUS COMPANIES AND PROJECTS, SASOL, CALTEX ON SHORE SOUTH AFRICA
Mechanical Fitter - Maintenance (Contractor)
Additional employment information would be available on request.
Certifications
 BOSIET Certificate - OPITO approved, Valid until 23 June 2019
 Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness
 Medical Certificate for Fitness to Work Offshore, Valid until 13 September 2017
 Helicopter landing Officer, Valid until July 2017
 NEBOSH (IGC 1, 2 & 3), October 2012
 SAMTRAC, March 2011
 Preliminary Incident Investigation, February 2011
 HIRA & SHE System Tools, March 2011
 Helideck Emergency Response Team Member Opito approved, Valid until 23 December 2017
 Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader Opito approved, Valid until 30 December 2017
 Authorized Gas Tester Opito approved – Level, Valid until 15 June 2019
Additional Training
 Permit to Work
 Confined Space Entry
 Working at Heights
 Breathing Apparatus
 Safety Harness
 Safe Use of Zodiac
 JSA Training
 Rigging and Lifting Equipment
 H2S Awareness
 Simops
 Emergency Response Drills
 Accident and Incident Investigation
 International codes and regulations regarding HSE
 Safety Management Systems
 Fire training
 Sand basting and painting safety
Personal Details
Languages: English (Fluent), Afrikaans (Fluent)
IT Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet
ID Number: 7008275073084
Driving: Full clean licence
References are available on request
L PETRO PROJECT SERVICES, Project HSE Coordinator