Alastair Hunter
Malaga,Spain
Summary
A strategic and influential HSE Leader with 25+ years of international offshore drilling experience, progressing from frontline operational roles to senior leadership with ARO Drilling. Promoted to HSE Specialist II (Apr 2024) and currently serving as Acting HSE Manager (Feb 2025–Present). Known for transforming safety culture, reducing risk, and ensuring compliance with ARO Drilling and Aramco standards. Expert in HSE strategy execution, investigations, regulatory compliance, emergency response leadership, and cross-functional team development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
HSE Manager
ARO Drilling
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Direct HSE strategy execution across offshore assets.
- Advise Operations Management.
- Lead and mentor HSE Specialists & Rig Safety Coaches.
- Oversee major incident investigations.
- Drive audit readiness.
- Lead emergency response planning.
- Represent ARO in regulatory and client forums.
HSE Specialist II
ARO Drilling
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Delivered high-impact HSE performance reports.
- Liaised weekly with Aramco and DOECD.
- Conducted rig visits, audits, inspections, and drills.
- Led Aramco-compliant investigations.
STC III
ARO Drilling
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
01.2016 - 01.2024
- Senior onboard HSE authority.
- Facilitated drills, hazard programs, and leadership coaching.
Safety Officer
Odfjell Drilling
Angola, Africa
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Developed comprehensive health and safety manuals for new employees' orientation process,.
- Offered expertise during accident investigation procedures; improved preventive strategies accordingly.
- Conducted risk assessments for workplace safety improvements.
- Prepared detailed reports on health and safety incidents for management review.
Deck Foreman / Derrickman
Odfjell Drilling
Aberdeen, UK
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Monitored fluid levels and pressures to maintain safe operations within the derrick.
- Promoted high standards of workmanship through strict adherence to company policies.
- Collaborated with other crew members, improving overall team productivity.
- Managed heavy loads by operating derrick hoists.
Floorman – Jackups
Rowan Drilling
01.2001 - 01.2002
Roustabout – Jackups
Noble Drilling
01.1999 - 01.2001
Education
High School -
Whitley Bay High School
UKSkills
- HSE Strategy, Audit & Compliance, Risk Management, Incident Investigation, RCA, Emergency Response, Safety Culture, Workforce Engagement, Aramco Standards, IADC/HSERM, Data-Driven Reporting
Certification
- NEBOSH Certificate
- Taproot Advanced Root Cause Analysis Team Leader
- OERTL | STCW Survival Craft
- Rig Stability
- H2S | OGUK Medical | HUET
References
Available on request.
Timeline
HSE Manager
ARO Drilling
02.2025 - 03.2026
HSE Specialist II
ARO Drilling
04.2024 - 03.2026
STC III
ARO Drilling
01.2016 - 01.2024
Safety Officer
Odfjell Drilling
01.2008 - 01.2016
Deck Foreman / Derrickman
Odfjell Drilling
01.2002 - 01.2008
Floorman – Jackups
Rowan Drilling
01.2001 - 01.2002
Roustabout – Jackups
Noble Drilling
01.1999 - 01.2001
High School -
Whitley Bay High School