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Remi Boulogne

Bangkok,10

Summary

An established, passionate, and results-driven Safety Practitioner with over 25 years of Oil & Gas HSE experience -primarily focused on FSO/FPSOs - managing multicultural teams in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSE activities during shipyard conversions, commissioning, and operational phases. Guided by Company's Core Values, I prioritize Integrity by adhering to the highest ethical standards and ensuring transparency in every aspect of safety leadership.

My primary goal is to safeguard people, the environment, and operations through proactive daily engagement and coaching, fostering a mindset that values safe working practices and promotes a positive safety culture. Demonstrating Care, I lead by example, building trustworthy and collaborative relationships with my teams while nurturing a shared commitment to safety excellence at both the frontline and leadership levels.

I thrive on Collaboration, actively promoting the use of behavioral safety tools, risk management processes, and process safety barriers (including Bowties) to empower the frontline workforce and integrate HSSE as a fundamental part of site culture. With extensive experience in the construction, commissioning, start-up, and operations of FPSOs, I take Ownership by mentoring HSE team members, facilitating training programs, and developing emergency response teams, ensuring operational readiness and resilience.

Driven by the belief that "Every day is a school day," I embrace opportunities to learn and grow, constantly refining my expertise to meet evolving challenges.

Through my unwavering commitment to safety and teamwork, I strive to contribute meaningfully to achieving Company's vision of sustainable and safe operations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Development Program for OIM Role

SBM Offshore
06.2024 - Current
  • 1-year comprehensive onboard training and familiarization program, involving rotations across key departments, including Production (2 trips), Maintenance (1 trip), Cargo (1 trip), and OIM mentorship (2 trips).
  • Engaged in observing, absorbing, and learning diverse leadership styles from experienced onboard Management Team members, gaining practical insights into effective leadership approaches.
  • Leadership Development Program, which emphasized key skills such as communication, decision-making, and team engagement, complemented by the completion of all 32 RISE e-learning modules to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical applications.
  • Addressing and closing technical knowledge gaps within respective departmental disciplines to enhance operational and technical expertise.

Safety Officer

SBM Offshore
05.2018 - 05.2024
  • Organize, implement, and establish HSE hardware systems, materials, and documentation during FPSO conversions and start-ups, including all offshore operations.
  • Continuously review and revise Management System procedures to ensure compliance and actively contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure adherence to Company Safety Procedures and Instructions by all personnel.
  • Develop and issue site safety procedures for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of safety-related equipment, including tailored to operational needs.
  • Inspect, maintain, and test firefighting and life-saving appliances/equipment in accordance with the Planned Maintenance System.
  • Maintain accurate and organized records of all HSE-related equipment certifications, ensuring timely inspections, surveys, calibrations, and hydrotesting to keep certifications current.
  • Perform duties as Helideck Landing Officer, including helicopter refueling and security screening.
  • Conduct area HSE inspections and audits to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Promote a positive safety culture by encouraging personnel to actively support and follow safe work practices.
  • Implement and monitor health and safety rules, including safe systems of work and compliance with industry standards.
  • Implement and monitor waste segregation programs in accordance with Waste Management Systems.
  • Organize and lead Task Risk Assessment meetings based on work scope and project requirements.
  • Maintain orderly and accessible files for HSE reports, correspondence, and documents while supporting Management with document control procedures.
  • Organize, participate in, and lead Management and Departmental HSE Meetings to foster communication and drive safety initiatives.
  • Lead and participate in investigations of incidents, accidents, and near-miss occurrences, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.

Safety Advisor

SBM Offshore
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Train, coach, and mentor national Safety Officers to achieve and maintain performance levels that meet or exceed Company standards.
  • Conduct in-depth familiarization training sessions for emergency response team members to ensure readiness and effective performance during emergencies.
  • Provide support and expert advice to the management team on various safety issues, proposing practical solutions and ensuring compliance with the Management System.

Operations Readiness Safety Superintendent

SBM Offshore
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Coordinate and advise on all HSE matters related to FPSO conversion during engineering, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases to ensure compliance with standards and best practices for safe and efficient operations.
  • Verify that all safety systems are operational and compliant with Company Group Technical Standards (GTS), ensuring adequate presence and oversight during operational tests.
  • Provide expertise and technical support during Technical Bid Evaluations and Commercial Bid Evaluations to ensure safety systems meet operational and lifecycle requirements.
  • Review and provide input on Fire Control and Safety Plans to ensure accuracy, adequacy, compliance, and standardization with industry best practices.
  • Analyze and contribute to updates of HSE-related GTS based on past experiences, lessons learned, and feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Review and provide feedback on GTS deviations related to safety systems, ensuring personnel and asset safety are not compromised.
  • Advise on the design and setup of safety systems, including Emergency Response Centers, helidecks, heli-crash boxes, heli-lounges, CCR emergency response hardware, lifeboat muster areas, life rafts, rescue winches, loose firefighting equipment, and fixed fire extinguishing systems.
  • Develop master templates for standardization of Life-Saving Appliance (LSA) and firefighting equipment registers, and inspection/test records.
  • Participate in 3D equipment layout reviews to ensure safety considerations are integrated into the design.
  • Create a comprehensive Safety Department scope of work and checklist to ensure HSE systems are installed, inspected, and operational for start-up readiness.
  • Follow up and manage safety-related actions arising from SBM Safety and Alerts, ensuring coordination and timely closure of all issues.
  • Provide input to and review the "Lessons Learned" register, coordinating the resolution of HSE-related actions for continuous improvement.
  • Actively contribute to pre-sail and pre-start-up audits by providing insights and recommendations to address HSE considerations.
  • Ensure the Operations Management System is fully established, implemented, and operational on new units prior to departure from the yard.

Management System Task Force – HSSE Lead

SBM Offshore
10.2013 - 03.2014
  • Lead the implementation and management of agreed HSSE improvements and enhancements within the SBM Operations Management System for future FPSOs and existing fleet units, ensuring alignment with operational and safety excellence goals.
  • Provide expert support and input to develop the SBM Operations Management System, focusing on making it concise, user-friendly, and intuitive for end users.
  • Manage and coordinate the HSSE Gap Analysis improvement and enhancement program for the SBM Operations Management System, ensuring compliance with SEMS regulations specific to the Gulf of Mexico.

Safety Officer

SBM Offshore
12.2001 - 09.2013
  • Same as Safety Officer role on first page of this CV.

Project HSE Advisor

ETPM / Stolt Offshore
05.1999 - 11.2001
  • Develop and implement safety campaigns and themes informed by trends in safety statistical data to address key risk areas and promote awareness.
  • Support the HSE team in enhancing the "On-the-Job Training" program to improve competency development and safety performance.
  • Manage and monitor the Monthly Safety Activities Matrix, accident safety statistics, and the Active Monitoring System across all barges and yards within the SEAME Region.
  • HSE Inspections & Audits on ships and barges.
  • Response to “Invitations to Tenders” for HSE issues.

Assistant HSE Manager

CRAY VALLEY (TOTAL Energies Group)
10.1997 - 04.1999
  • Set-up and implementation of an Emergency Response Plan for the Cray Valley resin petrochemical site
  • Development of work post Safety Instructions.

Education

Level 6 - Equivalent To A Bachelor's Degree -

NEBOSH National Diploma
UK
09-2012

No Degree -

NEBOSH General Certificate
UK
05-2001

Post-Higher National Diploma (HND) -

Advanced Technical Diploma in HSE Management
France
03-1999

Advanced Technical Diploma -

HND in Manufacturing &Mechanical Engineering
France
07-1997

High School Diploma -

Baccalaureate F1 - Manufacturing & Mechanical Eng.
France
07-1995

Skills

Leadership & Management:

  • Safety Leadership & Culture Development
  • Training & Coaching
  • Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
  • Multicultural Team Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Effective Communication, Adaptability & Resilience
  • Attention to Detail & Organization

Technical & Industry-Specific:

  • Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management
  • Process Safety & Risk Management
  • Emergency Response & Crisis Management
  • Regulatory Compliance & Auditing
  • Offshore Safety & Operations
  • Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  • Operational Readiness & Start-Up

Certification

03/2025 - Dangerous Good by Air

01/2025 - Barge Supervisor

12/2024 - Helicopter refueling

11/2024 - OPITO Authorized Gas Tester Level 1, 2, 3

09/2024 - Bahamas Maritime Authority - OIM endorsement

09/2024 - MEMIR & OIM Controlling Emergencies

06/2024 - SBM internal - Offshore Leadership Program for Superintendents

05/2024 - SBM internal - Crucial Conversation mastering dialogue

12/2023 - Helideck Emergency Response Team Leader Refresher

06/2023 - Advanced Oil Tanker Familiarization

06/2023 - Proficiency in Survival Crafts and Rescue Boats

04/2023 - Advanced Firefighting

05/2022 - - MOU OIM Person in Charge

05/2022 Further Offshore Survival & Emergency Training including HUET

02/2022 - Internal OIM Controlling Emergencies Assessment

11/2022 - MOU Basic Stability

05/2021 - BST Refresher – STCW

02.2019 - Process Safety Management (ABS)

01/2019 - - Helideck Operations Initial Training (HOIT) - Helideck Landing Officer

09/2018 Tap-Root Investigation

04/2017 - Compressed Air – Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS)

10/2015 - Maritime Lead Auditor

06/2013 - Enhanced Process Safety Management

05/2012 - Noise At Work Competent Person (NEMS & Dosimetry)

11/2011 - Radiation Protection Supervisor

09/2007 - Control Of Substance Hazardous to Health Assessor (COSHH Assessor)

12/2005 - Certificate in Petroleum Process Technologies – London Institute City & Guilds

04/2002 - Oil Tanker Safety Familiarization Program

12/2001- Civil Aviation Authority Offshore Radio Operator Certificate

04/2000 vDNV, Internal Auditor for ISRS (International Safety Rating System) – Course S5

02/2000 - DNV, Loss Control Management Certificate – Course S2

Languages

French, English
Native language
Thai
Beginner
A1
Portuguese
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Professional Development Program for OIM Role

SBM Offshore
06.2024 - Current

Safety Officer

SBM Offshore
05.2018 - 05.2024

Safety Advisor

SBM Offshore
06.2016 - 04.2018

Operations Readiness Safety Superintendent

SBM Offshore
04.2014 - 06.2016

Management System Task Force – HSSE Lead

SBM Offshore
10.2013 - 03.2014

Safety Officer

SBM Offshore
12.2001 - 09.2013

Project HSE Advisor

ETPM / Stolt Offshore
05.1999 - 11.2001

Assistant HSE Manager

CRAY VALLEY (TOTAL Energies Group)
10.1997 - 04.1999

Level 6 - Equivalent To A Bachelor's Degree -

NEBOSH National Diploma

No Degree -

NEBOSH General Certificate

Post-Higher National Diploma (HND) -

Advanced Technical Diploma in HSE Management

Advanced Technical Diploma -

HND in Manufacturing &Mechanical Engineering

High School Diploma -

Baccalaureate F1 - Manufacturing & Mechanical Eng.
Remi Boulogne