Rob Smith
Manager, Operations and Hse @Optiseis Solutions Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, Operations and Hse @Optiseis Solutions Ltd
Calgary, AB, CA
As the Manager of Operations and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) at Optiseis, I lead the execution of innovative seismic surveying projects, delivering high-resolution 2D, 3D, 4D, VSP, and passive seismic services. My expertise spans both the traditional energy sector—including oil and gas exploration—and emerging clean tech applications, such as carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), critical minerals exploration, and geothermal energy development.At Optiseis, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide highly accurate and real-time data that enables clients to make critical decisions in both established and evolving energy industries. As part of the management team, I oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that our teams work efficiently while upholding the highest standards in safety, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.
EDUCATION
Royal Roads University
Master of Arts - MA (in progress)
Lakehead University
Dual Degree- B.A. Geography & Honors Bachelor Outdoor Recreation
Lakehead University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
SAIT
E.M.T. - A
ABOUT ROB SMITH
Leading organizational change, applying lessons in Safety and Culture garnered thorough Masters level study of Disaster and Emergency Management *IP. Sr. Manager Organizational Excellence & HSE for Summit Nanotech, leading cleantech solutions with alignment of culture and practices. Spanning continents from Chile pilot, Lab, R&D and engineering to error free operations with an emphasis on the confirmation of controls, continuous improvement to achieve a high reliability organization. HSE Leader for Husky Energy within the Exploration (Geophysical and Geological) Department. Provided oversight for the HSE program and HSE for field operations. Oversight of Contractor HSE management and corporate compliance for up to 400 field-based workers. Contract roles with Transmountain and EH & S Advisor Suncor (DCLL) supporting Operations in Wood Buffalo including; Fort Hills, Firebag, Syncrude Aurora, Syncrude Mildred Lake and emerging properties. HSE Consultant/ COR Auditor as the owner of Remote Safety Service an industrial safety company specializing in Oil and Gas. Designated C.R.S.P, N.C.S.O, & External COR Auditor (Energy Safety Canada and Alberta Association for Safety Partnerships). Past owner of Remote Medical Service (sold Jan. 2015), a company that provided \'Complete Medical Services\' for remote and overseas operations. Service provided mainly to seismic/exploration, mining, movie, public events and forestry operations. Past projects across Canada, U.S.A, Yemen, Trinidad, Kurdistan, Dubai and Gabon. Designed and developed \'Know something- Do something\' training courses and curriculums; Safe Trailer Operations, Snowmobile Safety, All Terrain Vehicles ( ATV & UTV - Side by side), Bear Awareness, Hazard Assessments, Supervisors, Leadership, Coaching and Organizational Excellence (High Reliability Organizations). Committee Work Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors Helicopter Association of Canada Petroleum HR Council of Canada Energy Safety Canada - T.D.G, H2S Review, Leadership Trg. Review, COR Audit Protocol, Statistics & Data Specialties: Safety Program Development Registered Primary Care Paramedic (E.M.T-A) with the Alberta College of Paramedics Claims and Disability Management (WCB) Recruitment and Training Helicopter External Transport System (HETS)- Long Line Rescue Hazard and Risk Reduction Strategies
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