Carlon Balbosa
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven HSE Executive with 19 years of proven leadership in driving safety excellence, regulatory compliance, and cultural transformation across the oil & gas, construction, and industrial sectors. Adept at shaping organizational safety strategies, developing high-performance HSE teams, and embedding a proactive safety culture that protects people, assets, and the environment. Expert in leading Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) programs, conducting root cause investigations, and implementing company-wide improvement plans that reduce incidents and operational risks. Recognized for building strong stakeholder relationships, influencing executive decision-making, and representing organizations at industry forums, contractor engagements, and client seminars. Committed to aligning HSE performance with business growth objectives while ensuring world-class operational standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSE Advisor
Kenson Group of Companies
San Fernando
06.2018 - Current
- Orchestrated incident and accident management strategies for key clients including BpTT, Shell, Woodside Energy, EOG Resources, Touchstone Exploration Paria Fuel Trading Company and Heritage Petroleum Company Limited.
- Served as an active member of the Heritage HSSE Steering Committee (2024 – 2025), contributing to strategic decision-making and policy development aimed at enhancing operational safety and driving positive safety culture transformation across the organization.
- STOW-TT audit rating increased from 85% to 99% compliance, receiving a 2-year recertification.
- Spearheaded Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) reporting framework development and implemented Self-Verification Audit programs, resulting in improved employee engagement, proactive hazard identification, and measurable reductions in unsafe acts and conditions.
- Led and facilitated joint incident and accident investigations, conducting comprehensive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify systemic gaps and implement corrective and preventive measures that minimized operational risks and safeguarded frontline workers
- Designed, developed, and executed Company Improvement Plans (CIPs) to support organizational growth, strengthen HSE leadership, and embed a proactive, ownership-driven safety culture throughout all operational levels.
- Directed the strategic development of the HSE Department, including policy upgrades, capability-building initiatives, and cultural alignment programs to meet evolving regulatory and client expectations.
- No gaps identified in the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Authority audit for the period 2019-2021 as well as Environmental Management Authority (EMA) compliance achieved.
- Developed comprehensive HSE policies and procedures including a robust crisis management plan, aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.
- Chaired HSE interview panels for new hires, leading candidate assessments, competency evaluations, and final recommendations to ensure recruitment of high-caliber professionals aligned with organizational standards and values.
- Represented the organization at Client Contractor Engagement Meetings, seminars, and industry forums, sharing lessons learned, aligning operational HSSE philosophies, and promoting industry-wide collaboration to strengthen safe work practices within the oil and gas sector.
- Oversee medical emergency responses for all clients, manage OSHA documentation, and liaise with client management to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Oversee the company's HSE management system, ensuring policies and procedures are regularly reviewed, updated, and aligned with operational goals and legal compliance.
- Managed and streamlined the control of work process, including permits, work authorizations and self-verification exercises.
- Collaborated with senior leadership, project managers, and cross-functional teams to deploy risk mitigation strategies aligned with company objectives, achieving enhanced compliance, operational excellence, and workforce well-being.
- Actively contributed to culture change initiatives by developing targeted training, awareness campaigns, and leadership engagement programs, resulting in increased reporting of near misses, higher BBS participation, and improved overall safety performance metrics.
- Spearheaded initiatives and implemented programs that instilled a proactive safety culture throughout the organization, leading to a significant reduction in workplace incidents (BBS Program, Surveys, Crisis Management Platform)
- Achieved 25% departmental cost reduction while upholding safety standards.
- Develop and implement HSE & EMR Plans for Incorporated HSE strategies and practices for tenders' proposals and offsite projects.
- Conduct site visits and self-verification audits on offshore platforms with crew and supervisors.
- Assigned as Incident Commander for all emergency response activities for the Kenson Group and Administration staff from 2018 to present, ensuring effective coordination, safety and compliance with established protocols.
- Developed and implemented Safety Committee policy and chaired meetings for consecutive years.
- Manage daily HSE operations, KPI reporting, and stakeholder engagement to enhance contractor safety culture and inclusiveness.
- Developed and implemented COVID-19 business continuity strategies, liaised with clients and district CMOH's for contact tracing, managed cases and report updates to CEO.
- Chair monthly HSE meetings and provide guidance on presentation development for all teams.
- Conduct site visits and self-verification audits on offshore platforms with crew and supervisors.
- Developed terms of reference and led investigations into critical reportable (OSHA) incidents, including joint investigations and root cause analysis.
HSE Manager / Lead Auditor
Anthony Charles Construction Company
Claxton Bay
03.2014 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented a HSE Management System to meet the stringent STOW-TT compliance requirements.
- Developed and built a subcontractor assurance platform, ensuring seamless integration of HSE protocols within their operations.
- Lead accident investigations, analyze accident trends, statistical data and conduct surveys on HSE KPIs across the organization.
- Incorporated HSE strategies and practices for tender proposals and various projects
- Manage daily process plant safety operations, shutdowns and employees on turnaround projects.
- Conduct risk assessments and oversee work permits and control of work systems.
- Conduct in-house safety awareness training, remote site inspections, self-verifications and audits on risk management for process operations.
- Implemented and scheduled organizational drills, serving as Incident Commander and developed lessons learnt.
- Conduct gas testing surveillance throughout processing plants to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Developed terms of reference and led investigations into critical reportable incidents, including joint investigations and root cause analysis.
HSE Advisor / Lead Auditor
South M Construction Services Limited
Trinidad and Tobago
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Conducted rigorous atmospheric monitoring and testing of storage tanks, maintaining compliance with environmental safety standards.
- Supervised a team of twenty-three (23) employees, fostering a collaborative work environment and ensuring smooth operations.
- Actively participate in contract progress meetings with client representatives and stakeholders, ensuring project alignment with objectives.
- Conduct regular toolbox talks and self-verification site inspections.
- Developed terms of reference and led investigations into critical reportable incidents, including joint investigations and root cause analysis.
- Conduct gas testing surveillance throughout processing plants to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Shift Supervisor/HSE Advisor
United Engineering Services Ltd
Point Lisas Industrial Estate
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Supervise and lead teams on shutdown projects and process plant operations, including piping, flange gaskets, column work, valve replacements and SCBA tasks, while managing team members.
- Prepare work packs and handover schedules for incoming shift supervisors.
- Managed and streamlined the control of work process, including permits, work authorizations and safety clearances.
- Integral member of the client's safety committee; Petrotrin
- Conduct regular toolbox talks and self-verification inspections.
- Develop strategies and support the closure of near misses reported during shutdowns, collaborating with client and contractor HSE management teams.
- Developed terms of reference and led investigations into critical reportable incidents, including joint investigations and root cause analysis.
- Conduct gas testing surveillance throughout processing plants to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Lead HSE Advisor
Junior Sammy Multi Lift Services Limited
Claxton Bay
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Managed approximately 1500 employees during a turnaround (TAR) at PCS Nitrogen Facility Point Lisas
- Responsible for coordinating and directing all emergency response teams.
- Managed and streamlined the control of work process, including permits, work authorizations and safety self- verification audits and exercises.
- Conduct awareness sessions and toolbox talks with team members.
HSE Coordinator
Cudjoe Construction Industrial Services
Marabella
10.2006 - 09.2011
- Managed approximately 500 employees during a turnaround (TAR)
- Responsible for coordinating and directing all emergency response teams.
- 100% completion rate in the execution of planned emergency drills and site visits
- Managed and streamlined the control of work process, including permits, work authorizations and safety self- verification audits and exercises.
- Conduct awareness sessions and toolbox talks with team members.
- Attend stakeholder meetings with client management teams to discuss HSE aspects for turnaround projects.
- Conduct gas testing surveillance throughout processing plants to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Plant Fitter (A-Class) Atlantic LNG Train-3
Damus Services Limited
La Romain
09.2006 - 12.2009
- Successfully interpreted complex blueprints and constructed pipes and process lines, contributing to the precise construction of essential infrastructure within processing gas plant. (LNG, AUM Complex, Proman, Point Lisas Estate)
- Expertly conducted the alignment of flanges and gaskets across various pipe sizes, ensuring tight seals and optimal functionality.
- Played a key role in conducting hydrotesting of pipelines, confirming structural integrity and leak resistance.
- Promoted to A-Class Fitter within six months for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to learn and apply knowledge effectively in the field.
Supervisor (Team Lead)
Kaizen Environmental Services Limited Trinidad and Tobago
La Brea
10.2005 - 10.2006
- Shift Supervisor, overseeing and managing all facility activities ensuring smooth process operations.
- Successfully managed and maintained custody of waste transfer forms with various clients, ensuring compliance with waste disposal practices.
- Conduct air quality and analytical testing at multiple process plants (PCS, Methanex)
- Manage and supervise shift team members to ensure safe and efficient delegation and completion of operational activities across various teams.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Occupational Safety, Health and Environment
University of Greenwich
01.2022
Associate degree - Occupational Health & Safety
Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies
01.2011
Skills
- MS Office
- Lead Auditor
- Emergency Response Planning
- Advance Risk Assessment
- Office Ergonomics
- Control of Work Hazard Awareness
- Respiratory Protection Hazard Awareness
- Hazard Identification and Task Based Risk Assessment Awareness
- Hydrogen Sulphide Management
- Stop Work Authority
- Control of Work Awareness
- Hearing Conservation Awareness
- Fatigue Management
- Lock Out Tag Out
- Gas Detection Equipment Management Awareness
- Toolbox Talk
- Communication Skills
- Mechanical Skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Accident Investigation (Root Cause Analysis)
- Waste Treatment Facility Training
- Job Hazard Analysis
- First Aider
- Fire Warden
- OGUK
- TBOSIET
- Shallow Water Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System (CA-EBS)
Certification
- Advanced Diploma, Occupational Safety & Health National Associational of Safety Professionals (NASP) 2014
- NEBOSH Process Safety National Associational of Safety Professionals (NASP) 2015
- OHSAS 18001 Lead Auditor Professional Evaluation & Certification Board (PECB) 2015
- ICS-400 Operations Section Chief EmergWest Consulting 2019
Management Systems Auditing Experience
- Company Year Type of Audit
- 1st /2nd Party 3rd Party Recertification
- D&B General Contractors 2013 x
- D&B General Contractors 2015 x x
- Visioner Company Ltd 2014
- Southern United Agency Company 2014
- Rellco Services Ltd 2014 x
- Cudjoe Construction Ltd Petrotrin 2014 x x x
- Anthony Charles Construction Ltd 2014 x x x
- SONOGO 2015 x x
- Oil Mop Processing 2015 x
- South M Construction 2014 x x
- Cadmus Holdings Ltd 2013 x x
- Kenson Group of Companies 2018-2025 x x x
Hobbies & Interest
Football & Basketball – Actively engage in team sports, fostering collaboration and leadership.
Timeline
HSE Advisor
Kenson Group of Companies
06.2018 - Current
HSE Manager / Lead Auditor
Anthony Charles Construction Company
03.2014 - 05.2018
HSE Advisor / Lead Auditor
South M Construction Services Limited
09.2013 - 12.2014
Shift Supervisor/HSE Advisor
United Engineering Services Ltd
01.2013 - 01.2014
Lead HSE Advisor
Junior Sammy Multi Lift Services Limited
03.2012 - 06.2012
HSE Coordinator
Cudjoe Construction Industrial Services
10.2006 - 09.2011
Plant Fitter (A-Class) Atlantic LNG Train-3
Damus Services Limited
09.2006 - 12.2009
Supervisor (Team Lead)
Kaizen Environmental Services Limited Trinidad and Tobago
10.2005 - 10.2006
Associate degree - Occupational Health & Safety
Cipriani College of Labour & Co-operative Studies
BSc (Hons) - Occupational Safety, Health and Environment
University of Greenwich