Pete Carss
HSE Consultant/ Marine Civil Engineer/ Geologist
Ledbury, England HR8 1AE | 07825477695
peterecarss@gmail.com
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Professional Summary
Marine Engineering and HSE Specialist with 25+ years of experience in health and safety management, maritime compliance, commercial diving, and geotechnical engineering. Expertise in developing and implementing HSE and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance with industry standards. Proven leadership in driving environmental and sustainability initiatives in complex projects. Skilled in project preparation, management, execution, and completion within time and budget constraints. A Strong advocate for health, safety, and industry collaboration to achieve optimal results.
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Work Experience
HSE Consultant
Three Counties Health and Safety | Sep 2019 – Current 2024
• Established and maintained health and safety management systems for near shore marine and onshore construction projects.
• Implemented measures for environmental protection as part of the safety management systems.
• Assisted in developing and implementing sub-contractor health and safety plans to ensure ongoing compliance with safety regulations and relevant legislation.
• Conducted environmental impact assessments, audits, and site inspections.
• Maintained detailed records of health and safety activities.
• Monitored and ensured compliance with HSE requirements for all projects and operations.
• Managed logistics and land use considerations in project planning and execution.
Marine Civils Engineer Owner/Operator
Scillonian Diving Services | Jan 2006 - Jul 2019 | Isles of Scilly
• Underwater Civil engineering work. From harbour wall construction, repairs and extensions to Cable laying, mooring installation and maintenance, cable armouring and trenching, commissioning of sewerage outfalls and desalination intake systems, tide gauges and wave monitoring stations, fendering, NDT Inspections, seabed geophysical work (Magnetometers/ Side scan/ Grab sampling), lifting operations, salvage and film work, marine habitat surveys amongst many other projects with a focus on environmental / health and safety compliance.
• Key Stakeholder Engagement with the local Council and the Duchy of Cornwall throughout this period, including the Crown estates, Natural England, the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), English Heritage, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), Inshore fisheries and conservation Authority (IFCA) the HSE, and Plymouth University Marine Sciences Department.
• Led environmental and sustainability initiatives through marine habitat surveys and environmental impact assessments.
• Fully conversant in current Marine Pollution Regulations (MARPOL 2022), Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP 2024), Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS 1974)
• Applied a continual improvement approach by systematically reviewing and refining project processes and outcomes.
• Ensured adherence to HSE requirements and relevant legislation throughout project execution and operations.
• Managed potential hazards effectively and used analytical skills to address and mitigate risks.
• Ensured proper application of special procedures and maintained effective management control over operations.
Alongside the diving work; owning and operating.
- Scillonian Sailing Company Ltd; Sailing Charter business.
Day Sailing on 35-foot Catamaran for eco-tourists highlighting the Marine Ecology of the area encompassing seal snorkelling and wildlife trips.
- The Boatshed Restaurant Ltd; High end Seafood restaurant serving sustainably caught local produce.
- Scillonian Shellfish Company Ltd; Commercial Shellfish and wet fishing business.
Petroleum Geologist
Baker Hughes Inteq, a G.E. Company | Oct 1994 - Dec 2005
• Conducted logging operations and supervised multinational crews in the North Sea (3 years), Algeria (6 years), and Kazakhstan (3 years).
• Performed real-time well site logging, lab work, information transfer and daily reporting.
• Maintained accurate records of well site operations and generated end of well reports.
• Supported continual improvement by implementing best practices and optimizing operational procedures.
• Managed logistics and special procedures related to well site operations.
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Skills
• Risk Assessment and Management
• Maritime Health and Safety
• Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) Compliance
• Marine Civil Engineering
• Technical Report Writing
• Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination
• Construction Plan Review and Compliance
• Microsoft Applications Proficiency
• Budget Preparation and Resource Allocation
• Adherence to HSE Requirements and Legislation
• Health and Safety Inspections
• Project Management
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Applied and Environmental Geology
Birmingham University | Oct 1991 - Jun 1994
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Certificates
• National & International General Certificate in Health and Safety | NEBOSH (2019 - current)
• ISO 45001 (Management) Certified Auditor | IOSH (2019 - current)
• ISO 14001 (Environment) Certified Auditor | IEMA (2019 - current)
• Construction Site Managers Certificate (SMSTS)| CITB (2019 - current)
• Part 4 Commercial Diver | HSE (1992 - current)
• Commercially Endorsed Yacht Master Offshore | RYA (2002 - current)
• Commercially Endorsed Level 3 Power Boat Offshore | RYA (2002 - current)
• Radar, VHF, Approved Engine Course | RYA (2002 - current)
• BOISET/STCW Sea Survival, Firefighting, First Aid, ML5 Medical | MCA (1992 - current)
• Full Clean UK Driver’s License | DVLA (1989 - current)
• CSCS Silver Card (2019 - current)
• National and International Health and Safety Practical Application | NEBOSH
• National and International Certificate in Controlling Workplace Hazards | NEBOSH
• Management of International Health and Safety | NEBOSH
• Management of Health and Safety/ Fire Safety/ Construction Health and Safety and Risk Management | NEBOSH
• Certificate in Construction Signing, Lighting and Guarding | SCQF