OSCAR KAMBONA

HSE Lead | Environmental & Safety Management Professional
Kampala, UG.

About

Highly dedicated Safety Engineer with over 5 years of progressive experience in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) leadership within high-profile oil and gas and construction projects, including the EACOP pipeline. Expert in implementing ISO 14001/45001 compliant safety systems, conducting rigorous risk assessments, and supervising high-risk operations to ensure compliance with international standards. Proven ability to achieve zero lost-time injuries and foster a safety-first culture.

Work

Beta Projects Ltd
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Environment Lead

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Summary

Leading HSE compliance and environmental management plan implementation for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Project, ensuring adherence to national and international standards.

Highlights

Directed comprehensive HSE compliance across multiple pipeline sites, ensuring strict adherence to Uganda regulations, IFC Performance Standards, and ISO 14001.

Developed and deployed robust Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs), achieving a 30% reduction in environmental incidents through proactive hazard mitigation.

Executed thorough safety audits and risk assessments, collaborating with contractors to implement corrective actions and elevate overall safety performance.

Instructed and mentored 15 environmental officers in critical waste management, spill response, and biodiversity conservation protocols, significantly boosting on-site safety awareness.

Authored and submitted precise incident reports and technical documentation to regulatory bodies, maintaining timely communication and full compliance.

KarmodBeta (JV between Beta Projects Ltd and Karmod Prefabrication Ltd)
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H3SE Coordinator

Tilenga, Western Region, Uganda

Summary

Managed comprehensive HSE programs for a 4000-person construction camp, ensuring operational safety, regulatory compliance, and fostering a safety-first culture.

Highlights

Spearheaded HSE programs for a 4000-person construction camp, achieving and sustaining zero lost-time injuries for over 18 months through stringent ISO 45001 and OHSAS 18001 compliance.

Orchestrated emergency response drills and led root cause analyses for incident investigations, resulting in a 25% improvement in response times.

Oversaw high-risk operations, including critical lifting and confined space entry, by meticulously reviewing Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) documentation to ensure strict safety compliance.

Delivered daily toolbox talks and comprehensive safety inductions to over 200 workers, fostering a proactive safety-first culture and disseminating critical lessons learned.

Collaborated effectively with clients and contractors to ensure fulfillment of all HSE contractual obligations, receiving commendation for exemplary safety management.

Pyramid Technical Services
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Geoscientist

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Summary

Conducted geological surveys, core sampling, and risk assessments for water drilling and foundation projects, ensuring environmental and safety compliance.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive geological surveys and core sampling, ensuring rigorous compliance with environmental and safety regulations throughout all drilling operations.

Conducted detailed risk assessments to minimize ecological impacts, partnering with engineers to develop safe and sustainable foundation designs for high-rise developments.

Deployed advanced geophysical tools to accurately assess aquifer potential, leading to the successful completion of 5 water boreholes with zero safety incidents.

Authored comprehensive safety and geological reports, providing critical insights that supported continuous improvement in hazard identification and rectification processes.

RUFORUM Secretariat
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GIS Technician

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Summary

Developed geospatial databases and conducted spatial analyses for environmental research, climate resilience projects, and safety-focused land use planning.

Highlights

Developed and maintained robust geospatial databases using ArcGIS and QGIS, directly supporting environmental research and safety-focused land use planning initiatives.

Generated impactful spatial analyses to inform critical climate resilience projects, significantly enhancing data-driven safety and environmental decision-making capabilities.

Trained and mentored 10 staff members in core GIS applications, elevating team capacity for advanced safety-related geospatial analysis.

SLB (Schlumberger)
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Geoscience Trainee

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Summary

Supported seismic data interpretation, wireline logging, and geological modeling for oil and gas exploration, adhering to strict safety protocols.

Highlights

Provided essential support for seismic data interpretation and wireline logging in oil and gas exploration, consistently adhering to strict safety protocols during field operations.

Assisted in the meticulous preparation of well logs and geological models utilizing Petrel and GeoFrame, ensuring data accuracy crucial for safe drilling operations.

Actively participated in safety meetings and emergency response planning sessions, contributing to robust HSE compliance during critical data acquisition phases.

Education

National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH)

International General Certificate

Occupational Health and Safety

Makerere University
Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

Bachelor of Science

Petroleum Geoscience and Production

Courses

Petroleum Geology

Reservoir Engineering

GIS

Environmental Management

Structural Geology

Languages

English

Certificates

ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems

Issued By

ISO

ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems

Issued By

ISO

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems

Issued By

ISO

GIS and Remote Sensing (ArcGIS, QGIS)

Issued By

Makerere University

Skills

HSE Management & Compliance

ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSAS 18001, Safety Audits, Risk Assessments, Incident Investigation, Root Cause Analysis, Emergency Response Planning, Drills, Safety Training, Toolbox Talks, Uganda HSE Laws and Regulations, Oil and Gas Industry HSE Standards.

Technical Skills

GIS, Spatial Analysis, Geological Surveys, Core Sampling, Seismic Data Interpretation, Wireline Logging, Geological Modeling.

Software & Tools

ArcGIS, QGIS, Petrel, GeoFrame, MS Office Suite.

Operations & Project Management

High-Risk Operations Supervision, Critical Lifting, Confined Space Entry, PTW/JSA Review, Contractor Coordination, Regulatory Reporting.