JULIANA AHANOR ANYOKWU-OKOJIE
HSE COORDINATOR | NEBOSH CERTIFIED | OIL & GAS SAFETY PROFESSIONAL
Port Harcourt
Summary
Seasoned NEBOSH-certified HSE professional with 10 years in oil and gas operations. Expertise in hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and compliance monitoring. Skilled in implementing safety management systems and promoting best practices to meet regulatory HSE standards in high-risk offshore and onshore environments.
Overview
11
11
Certifications
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
HSE Coordinator / QMS /OH&S Lead Auditor
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
05.2014 - Current
- Develop, implement, and review company HSE policies, procedures, and safety programs to ensure regulatory and client compliance.
- Conduct hazard identification and risk assessments including HIRA, JSA, and JHA for oil and gas operations.
- Lead internal HSE audits and conduct routine safety inspections of work areas, equipment, and operations.
- Administer Permit to Work (PTW) systems for high-risk activities including lifting operations, pressure testing, and equipment maintenance.
- Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings for employees and contractors.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to company, client, and regulatory HSE standards.
- Support client and certification body audits and ensure continuous compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and complete HSE and QA/QC tender submissions, questionnaires, and prequalification documentation to demonstrate company compliance with client, regulatory, and project safety standards.
- Conduct internal audits of the Quality Management System (QMS) and occupational health & safety (OH&S) in line with ISO 9001:2015 and 45001:2018 requirements.
- Coordinated QHSE activities and hosted client inspections/audits at company base facilities and participated in HSE trainings organized by IOC and indigenous operators, including Shell, Chevron, TotalEnergies, Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC), SEPLAT Energy, Newcross Exploration and Production Limited, Platform Petroleum Limited, and Boaz Energy.
- Conducted internal audits, identifying non-conformities and driving corrective actions to improve quality management processes.
- Led training sessions on safety protocols, significantly increasing employee awareness and adherence to health standards.
- Coordinated risk assessments, proactively mitigating hazards to promote a safer working environment.
- Implemented safety management systems, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, enhancing workplace safety.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation, ensuring alignment with ISO standards and facilitating continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, improving overall project delivery timelines.
- Monitored compliance with safety procedures, resulting in reduced incident rates and fostering a culture of safety.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for potential workplace incidents.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Reduced accident rates through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs for employees.
- Conducted thorough accident investigations to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
- Evaluated new processes for potential risks, implementing necessary controls to maintain a safe work environment.
- Implemented ergonomic solutions to reduce worker injuries and improve overall employee health.
- Minimized environmental impact by implementing waste reduction initiatives and promoting sustainable practices.
- Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage and disposal according to regulatory requirements.
- Assisted management in developing annual safety goals, monitoring progress towards achieving objectives.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, effectively mitigating damage and ensuring employee safety.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by proactively identifying opportunities for enhancing existing EHS programs.
- Streamlined incident reporting process, resulting in faster resolution and prevention of future occurrences.
- Developed risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
- Improved communication between departments by organizing cross-functional safety committee meetings.
- Collaborated with regulatory agencies during audits, demonstrating compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging presentations and active participation in company-wide events.
- Educated employees on proper use of personal protective equipment, minimizing exposure to hazardous materials.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
- Collaborated with management to establish effective risk assessment protocols, reducing incidents.
HSE / Safety Officer
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
02.2010 - 04.2014
- Conduct daily site safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
- Monitor PPE compliance and enforce safe work practices among workers and contractors.
- Participate in risk assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for operational activities.
- Assist in incident reporting and investigation processes.
- Support safety inductions and toolbox talks to improve worker safety awareness.
TRS Operations Technical Assistant
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
02.2007 - 01.2010
- Facilitated Tubular Running Services (TRS) operations from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
- Assisted with job safety planning and ensured adherence to client HSE procedures.
- Coordinated personnel mobilization and ensured required certifications were available.
- Organized and updated operational and safety documentation to meet compliance requirements.
- Contributed to operational reporting and conducted post-job reviews to identify areas for improvement.
Education
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Petroleum Engineering
Petroleum Training Institute (PTI)
Delta State, Nigeria01-2010
National Diploma (ND) - Petroleum Engineering
Petroleum Training Institute (PTI)
Delta State, Nigeria01-2004
Skills
Occupational Health & Safety Management
Risk assessment
Permit to Work (PTW) Systems
Incident investigation
HSE management
SIMOPS coordination
Workplace Safety Culture
Emergency response
Compliance audits
Safety training
Oil & Gas / LNG Operational Safety
Safety reporting
Accomplishments
- Supported the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001 management systems, contributing to successful internal and external audit outcomes.
- Conducted numerous HSE inductions and toolbox talks for operational personnel and contractors working in high-risk environments.
- Improved workplace safety awareness by identifying unsafe acts and conditions and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Participated in incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and recommending effective preventive measures.
- Promoted strong safety culture across operational teams through continuous safety engagement and monitoring.
Affiliations
- Member – Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
- Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPN) – Membership Processing Ongoing
- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) – Membership Enrollment in Progress
Certification
NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)
Timeline
HSE Coordinator / QMS /OH&S Lead Auditor
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
05.2014 - Current
HSE / Safety Officer
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
02.2010 - 04.2014
TRS Operations Technical Assistant
RELENTech SPECIALISTS NIGERIA LIMITED
02.2007 - 01.2010
National Diploma (ND) - Petroleum Engineering
Petroleum Training Institute (PTI)
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Petroleum Engineering
Petroleum Training Institute (PTI)