CARDY EDWARDS
Georgetown
Summary
Results-driven HSEQ and Quality professional with leadership experience in marine operations, offshore drilling, and energy projects. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified, specializing in risk management, Safety Management Systems, ISO compliance, and contractor oversight. Skilled in inspection supervision, non-conformance control, and incident investigation, fostering safe work cultures in high-risk environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Supervisor – Shipbuilding & Marine Repairs
Guyana Port Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Lead quality compliance monitoring for ship repair and maintenance activities.
- Conducted structured inspections and managed non-conformance reporting to ensure quality standards.
- Coordinate corrective actions between operations and engineering teams.
- Strengthened documentation controls and preventative maintenance tracking systems to enhance compliance and traceability.
- Promote adherence to marine safety and operational standards.
- Trained staff on quality assurance protocols and best practices to promote consistent adherence to standards.
- Developed standard operating procedures for various aspects of the production process.
- Conducted training sessions for employees on quality assurance procedures and methods.
Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Officer
Guyana Port Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented Safety Management Systems across port operations.
- Conducted routine HSE inspections and compliance walkthroughs to identify and address safety hazards.
- Implemented risk management strategies to proactively mitigate potential threats to safety and compliance.
- Enforced compliance with port regulations and safety guidelines during operations.
- Facilitated toolbox talks and safety briefings to enhance safety awareness among 10–20 personnel.
- Participated in incident investigations and corrective action planning.
- Monitored environmental compliance and waste management processes.
- Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
HSEQ Officer – Gas-to-Shore Pipeline Project
GAICO Construction & General Services
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Served as HSEQ liaison for SICIM Guyana on Gas-to-Shore project, ensuring alignment on safety and compliance standards.
- Managed PTW processes and contractor compliance documentation to uphold safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Performed site inspections to verify adherence to safety regulations, identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Conducted site inductions and safety training sessions.
- Supported project readiness audits and compliance reporting.
Health & Safety Officer
CGX Drilling
Georgetown
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted inspections of offshore drilling equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards in the workplace.
- Conducted audits of emergency response systems to identify areas for improvement.
- Documented findings from incident investigations to enhance safety protocols.
- Contributed to environmental compliance and waste tracking.
Health, Safety & Emergency Response Officer
Regional Democratic Council
Linden
04.2012 - 12.2021
- Accumulated 10 years of clinical experience in high-pressure environments requiring rapid risk assessment and controlled decision-making.
- Responded to emergency incidents, applying structured crisis management and stabilization protocols.
- Conducted workplace hazard identification, risk assessments, and compliance monitoring across regional operations.
- Delivered safety awareness sessions, reinforcing safe work practices to enhance staff compliance.
- Promoted procedural compliance and fostered safety-first operational discipline in clinical and workplace settings.
- Strengthened documentation accuracy and optimized regulatory reporting processes, ensuring inspection readiness.
Healthcare & Emergency Response
Georgetown Public Hospital
Georgetown
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Performed rapid risk assessments and implemented stabilization measures during emergency response situations.
- Managed high-risk and terminal care cases with structured safety, infection control, and compliance procedures.
- Monitored pre- and post-operative patients in controlled environments, ensuring compliance with strict protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Documented patient care processes to ensure traceability and accountability, supporting quality assurance and regulatory requirements.
Skills
- Marine & Offshore Safety Operations
- HSEQ Supervision & Compliance Leadership
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Non-conformance reporting
- Safety Management Systems (SMS)
- Permit to Work (PTW) Governance
- Risk Assessments (JSA / HIRA)
- Incident Investigation (RCA / CAPA)
- Audit & Regulatory Readiness
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Environmental Compliance Monitoring
- Safety Culture Development
- Customer focus
Education And Certifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- T-BOSIET Offshore Safety Training
- Supervisory Management
- Quality Assurance
- NEBOSH (Documentation Pending)
- OSHA Certification
- Coating Inspector (CIP)
- ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 Framework Awareness
- Associate in Nursing
Timeline
Quality Supervisor – Shipbuilding & Marine Repairs
Guyana Port Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Officer
Guyana Port Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
HSEQ Officer – Gas-to-Shore Pipeline Project
GAICO Construction & General Services
04.2023 - 09.2023
Health & Safety Officer
CGX Drilling
01.2022 - 03.2023
Health, Safety & Emergency Response Officer
Regional Democratic Council
04.2012 - 12.2021
Healthcare & Emergency Response
Georgetown Public Hospital
04.2010 - 04.2012