MICHAEL ADEGOKE

Support site management, Captain and Chief Engineer in maintaining compliance with applicable local legislation, regulatory requirements, and internal SHEQ standards.

• Carry out regular safety walks and inspections on vessel/site.
• Deliver and continuously improve site inductions, trainings and toolbox talks.
• Review and advise on safety plans and mobilizations.
• Work closely with operations to ensure the safe execution of daily project activities, including vessel-related work.
• Provide SHEQ input during vessel operation, repairs afloat, and during vessel docking repairs.
• Identify unsafe situations and take action to address them.
• Ensure incident reporting is completed and properly followed up.
• Participate in incident and accident investigations, including root cause analysis and follow-up of corrective actions.
• Work with the Shore Management, Captain and Chief Engineer to keep the Vessel/site risk register up to date, ensuring risks are identified, reviewed and controlled.
• Coordinate permit-to-work (PTW) systems for critical activities including hot work, confined space entry, lifting operations, diving operations, and SIMOPS to ensure safe execution of work.
• Carry out and support audits and inspections.
• Liaise with clients, auditors, regulators, classification societies, and external stakeholders on QHSE matters to ensure operational transparency and compliance assurance.
• Track, evaluate, and present QHSE KPIs, trends, and safety performance metrics to management and clients for informed decision-making and ongoing enhancement
• Actively promote and develop a strong safety culture onboard vessels and offshore sites through leadership engagement, behavioral safety initiatives, coaching, and workforce participation programs.
• Maintain a visible presence on site and actively promote safe behaviors.

Achievements

• Ensured 100% compliance with ISM Code, company SMS, Client and ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards during offshore vessel well intervention and drilling campaign, successfully supporting external audits, client inspections with zero major non-conformities recorded.
• Strengthened vessel operational risk management by leading HAZID, TRA, JSA, SIMOPS reviews, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) controls for high-risk activities, resulting in a significant reduction in high-risk exposures and achieving zero fatality and zero major incident outcomes during campaigns.
• Improved overall QHSE performance and safety culture onboard by supporting in implementation of SMS, monitoring, KPI tracking, incident investigation (RCA & CAPA), and behavioral safety programs, achieving over 95% timely close-out of corrective actions and a measurable increase in proactive hazard reporting by crew teams.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for QHSE and IMS matters across offshore projects, dive support vessel operations, subsea construction, underwater installation, and marine activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards including ISM Code, IMCA guidelines, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, flag state, coastal state, and classification society requirements.
• Maintain effective implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement of the Integrated Management System (IMS) across all company operations and projects.
• Coordinate and participate in project kick-off meetings, safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-job briefings to ensure alignment on QHSE expectations and operational risks.
• Develop, review, and implement project-specific QHSE plans, emergency response plans, bridging documents, procedures, and other operational documentation.
• Lead and support risk management activities including Hazard Identification (HAZID), Task Risk Assessments (TRA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and control measure implementation for offshore and subsea operations.
• Monitor and evaluate offshore operational activities to ensure safe systems of work, effective Permit-to-Work (PTW) implementation, and compliance with approved procedures.
• Conduct internal audits, vessel inspections, site inspections, and compliance assessments to verify adherence to QHSE and IMS requirements.
• Coordinate incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.
• Track, analyze, and report QHSE Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), trends, observations, incidents, and audit findings to management and clients as required.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives by identifying gaps, recommending corrective actions, and implementing lessons learned across projects and vessel operations.
• Coordinate QHSE training, competency development, inductions, drills, and awareness programs for offshore personnel, vessel crews, and subcontractors.
• Coach employees on QHSE procedures, company values, behavioral safety, and risk awareness to strengthen safety culture and workforce engagement.
• Liaise with clients, auditors, regulatory authorities, classification societies, and external stakeholders on QHSE compliance and operational matters.
• Promote and champion company safety culture initiatives and behavioral safety programs by leading through example and encouraging workforce participation.

Achievements

• Coordinated incident investigations and implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), reducing repeat incident occurrence and improving closure rate of corrective actions to over 95% within agreed timelines.
• Strengthened Permit-to-Work (PTW) and safe systems of work across offshore operations, achieving 100% permit compliance during critical high-risk subsea installation and marine construction activities.
• Acted as the primary QHSE & IMS focal point across 8 offshore vessels and subsea projects, achieving zero major incidents and zero lost time injuries (LTI) during offshore campaigns.
• Ensured 100% compliance with ISM Code, applicable IMCA guidelines, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, successfully supporting vessel certification audits and client inspections with zero major non-conformities recorded.
• Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
• Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
• Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
• Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
• Organized and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
• Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.

• Provide comprehensive HSE advisory support during offshore vessel operations and marine projects, guaranteeing compliance regulations such as classification society requirement, ISM, ISO45001:2018, ISO14001:2015, ISO9001:2015 code and client standards.
• Conduct environmental impact assessment and tracking effectiveness of mitigations.
• Develop initiatives to decrease environmental impact.
• Monitor Flag state, classification society document validity and liaise with Flag State and Classification society for renewal.
• Perform regular vessel inspections and audits.
• Spearhead and assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis and CAPA strategies.
• Review of risk assessments (JSA/TRA) for critical offshore tasks to improve hazard identification and mitigation effectiveness.
• Assess and interpret HSE KPIs.
• Introduce initiatives to boosting workforce engagement in safety programs.
• Maintain compliance with client-specific requirements.
• Support execution of permit-to-work (PTW) systems strengthening oversight of high-risk activities.
• Reviewed equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal functionality and compliance while maintaining safety standards.
• Support management in making informed decisions regarding resource allocation for QHSE projects or programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate QHSE principles into daily operations, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
• Monitor contractor performance in adherence to QHSE standards, providing guidance and support as needed for continuous improvement.

Achievements

• Provided comprehensive QHSE advisory support for offshore vessel operations and EPCI projects, ensuring 100% compliance with Classification Society requirements, ISM Code, and ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 standards during audits and client inspections.
• Conducted Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and monitored mitigation measures across offshore operations, contributing to a 25% reduction in environmental non-conformities and improved waste management practices.
• Developed and implemented environmental sustainability initiatives, reducing operational waste generation and improving environmental awareness compliance among vessel crews and project personnel.
• Performed over 10 routine vessel inspections and internal audits onboard offshore vessels and marine assets, identifying critical gaps and achieving timely close-out of corrective actions within agreed deadlines.
• Facilitated improvements in environmental performance through waste reduction initiatives and sustainable practices.
• Reviewed and enhanced Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and Task Risk Assessments (TRA) for high-risk offshore activities, improving hazard identification effectiveness and reducing exposure to operational risks.
• Prepared, assessed and interpreted HSE performance indicators and trend analyses, providing management with actionable insights that supported continuous improvement and informed decision-making.
• Introduced workforce engagement initiatives such as ''You see, You Act'' safety campaigns, UCUA observation programs, and recognition schemes, increasing employee participation in HSE programs by over 40%.
• Ensured full compliance with client specific HSE requirements and contractual obligations, contributing to successful project delivery and positive client audit outcomes.
• Strengthened Permit-to-Work (PTW) system implementation and oversight for critical and high-risk activities, improving permit compliance rates and enhancing operational safety controls offshore.
• Reviewed preventive maintenance schedules for safety-critical equipment, ensuring operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and reduction in equipment-related downtime.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate QHSE principles into departments work procedures, daily marine and offshore operations, fostering a proactive safety culture and improving workforce hazard awareness.
• Monitored contractor and subcontractor compliance with QHSE standards through audits, inspections, and performance reviews, driving continuous improvement and strengthening contractor safety accountability.
• Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets by providing accurate data related to projected costs associated with QHSE initiatives.
• Reduced workplace accidents by developing and delivering comprehensive safety training programs.
• Coordinated emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for various scenarios and minimizing potential impact on operations.
• Ensured regulatory compliance with thorough monitoring, reporting, and record-keeping tasks.

• Promotes a positive HSE culture and behavior across company projects.
• Promotes the organization Critical Safety Behaviors Programme, setting the tone and leading by example
• Ensure compliance with all applicable HSE Policies, Processes and Procedures
• Regularly engages with the team including Projects and Management including the workforce to ensure alignment of the business goals, strategies, objectives and targets
• Ensures a professional effective and efficient response to routine health requirements of worksites
• Advises Management on Occupational Health, Hygiene, Safety, Environment, and Quality requirements based upon the applicable standards including Client specific requirements
• Ensure key performance indicators and statistical information from worksites are filed appropriately and analyzed / reported to Management, Clients, as required
• Provides Occupational Health and applicable Safety training as required
• Oversees Occupational Health and Hygiene including Welfare and Wellbeing related issues and maintains health and wellbeing surveillance programmes and working environment monitoring
• Conducts relevant and regular health, safety, environment and quality risk assessments, inspections and audits
• Assists with preparation and execution of emergency drills and related trainings, as required
• Interfaces with regulators and statutory bodies on matters relating to compliance
• Initiates Health related and including safety improvement and Health / Wellbeing related awareness programs
• Ensures HSE capitalises from Lessons Learned and is performed in accordance with best practice, striving to mitigate risk, promoting Health & Safety and integrity consistently
• Assists analyse budget costs and support the team in preparation of annual budget submissions, as applicable (Liaison with External / 3rd Party Providers)
• Assists and ensures all Project activities meet HSE regulatory requirements, Client's requirements, and Project specific HSE requirements
• Assists and ensures the effective management and oversight of subcontractor / supplier management in line with overall relevant HSE requirements
• Assists in the response to emergencies and HSE incidents including investigations
• Assists with setting Key Performance Indicators and Objectives & Targets in line with the company and also its clients, as applicable
• Review work specific Risk Assessment & JSA
• Coordinate and ensure compliance to permit to work

Achievements

• Championed a positive HSE culture across 5+ company projects, achieving a 30% increase in workforce safety observation reporting and zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI) within a 12-month period.
• Led implementation of the Critical Safety Behaviors Programme, conducting weekly engagements and toolbox talks that improved workforce compliance with safe work practices by 40%.
• Ensured 100% compliance with company HSE policies, procedures, and client requirements through routine audits, inspections, and corrective action tracking across all assigned projects.
• Facilitated regular engagement sessions with management, project teams, and workforce personnel, contributing to the achievement of annual HSE objectives and improved communication on operational risks.
• Coordinated effective occupational health support for multiple worksites, ensuring timely response to medical and welfare-related issues with zero escalation incidents recorded annually.
• Advised management on Occupational Health, Hygiene, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance requirements in line with ISO standards, client specifications, and regulatory obligations.
• Developed and maintained KPI dashboards and HSE statistical reports, improving reporting accuracy and enabling management to track performance trends and close out actions within agreed timelines.
• Delivered Occupational Health and Safety training to over 200 personnel annually, increasing workforce competence and improving compliance with company and client HSE expectations.
• Managed occupational health surveillance and workplace monitoring programmes, ensuring full compliance with hygiene, welfare, and wellbeing requirements across operational sites.
• Conducted routine risk assessments, inspections, audits, and workplace evaluations, identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions that reduced unsafe conditions by 35%.
• Supported the planning and execution of emergency response drills and trainings, improving emergency preparedness and response efficiency across project locations.
• Maintained effective communication and compliance engagement with regulators, clients, and statutory bodies, ensuring successful inspections and zero regulatory non-conformances.

• Assisted in navigation and vessel operations under senior officers' guidance.
• Conducted routine inspections of lifeboats and safety equipment to ensure readiness.
• Collaborated with crew members to execute mooring and unmooring procedures efficiently.
• Documented daily logs of operational activities, contributing to accurate reporting and analysis.
• Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
• Rigged pilot ladder and lowered gangway to allow pilot to safely board ship.
• Stood watch while underway to facilitate communications and maintain onboard safety and security.
• Contributed to successful cargo loading and unloading by participating in mooring and anchoring operations.
• Monitored, maintained and updated consumable spares, mechanical stores and tool inventory to achieve economic efficiency and operational robustness.
• Loaded, stored and securely transferred bunkers, oils and bilge to maintain safety and protect natural environment.
• Kept shipboard firefighting and lifesaving equipment properly maintained for use in emergency situations.