Chad Hughes
Bentley,AB
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my expertise in safety procedures and team leadership at Treo Drilling Services to enhance operational efficiency and safety. My ability to design equipment and create efficient safe procedures, combined with a knack for fostering strong team dynamics has significantly contributed to achieving safer, more productive work environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fishing Guide/ Ice Fishing Cabin Rentals
Self-employeed
Gull Lake, AB
12.2017 - Current
- Educated clients on local fish species, habitats, and techniques for successful catches, leading to an enriching experience.
- Adapted guiding style to suit varying client abilities, resulting in enjoyable experiences regardless of skill level or prior knowledge.
- Increased repeat clientele by maintaining strong relationships and ensuring memorable guided fishing trips.
- Promoted sustainable fishing practices by educating clients on proper fish handling techniques.
- Provided a unique, unforgettable experience in our 6 fully stocked luxury overnight ice fishing cabin rentals.
- Maintained clean and well-organized cabins to provide a safe, comfortable environment for clients during overnight fishing trips.
- Built and maintained 6 Luxury Ice Fishing Cabins.
Carpenter/ Metal Roofing Installation
Self-employeed
Central Alberta
07.2015 - Current
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Specializing in specific carpentry such as metal roofing, framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe work site while following National Building Code of Canada.
- Maintained a zero recordable injury, accidents or incidents over the last 9 year period since 2015.
- Managed crews and safely met all construction and building deadlines while keeping strict focus on efficiency and staying within budget.
Drilling Superintendent
Treo Drilling Services
Ponoka, AB
11.1999 - 06.2015
- Managed training programs and requirements for up to 400 employees in multiple positions within the company, enhancing their technical skills, safety awareness and keeping them up to date with the evolving industries course and educational requirements.
- Oversaw and worked directly with the HSE department ensuring the that all safety policies and procedures were followed.
- Revised and rewrote the company procedure manual for all drilling operations incorporating Job Safety Analysis for each procedure.
- Conducted Hazard Assessments on a daily basis.
- In charge of all accident and incident investigations working closely with our HSE team.
- Managed the HR department hiring up to 200 experienced as well as green employees per drilling season.
- Set up and attended Job fairs from Alberta to Nova Scotia to fill staff required in Drilling, Mechanical, Welder and office positions.
- Assisted Auditor with COR Audits.
- Ensured the company followed OHS regulations.
- Complied with and followed ANSI and CSA standards.
- Designed and implemented a company wide preventative maintenance program.
- Managed Multi rig drilling projects for the following companies Suncor, Nexon, Imperial Oil, CNRL, OEG resources and Petro-Canada.
- Worked proficiently with a large team.
- Was promoted to Superintendent from Rig Manager after building a drilling rig, and for the next 3 years, it running the safest and most efficient in the fleet of 30.
Education
High School Diploma -
Merritt Secondary School
Merritt, BC1995
Skills
- Able to create and implement Safety Procedures and policies
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience in Accident and Incident Investigation including root cause analysis
- Knowledge and experience with Hazard Assessment and Hazard ID
- Personable and genuinely enjoy working with a good team
- Very Mechanically inclined
- Focused on safety combined with company efficiency and productivity
- Experience with designing and building equipment
Certification
Confined Space Entry
Standard 1st Aid
Timeline
Fishing Guide/ Ice Fishing Cabin Rentals
Self-employeed
12.2017 - Current
Carpenter/ Metal Roofing Installation
Self-employeed
07.2015 - Current
Drilling Superintendent
Treo Drilling Services
11.1999 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Merritt Secondary School