Business Challenge

A small but rapidly growing upstream oil and gas company producing approximately 1,200 barrels per day required support to develop and implement a robust Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management System. As a new operator undergoing expansion, the organization lacked dedicated HSE infrastructure, processes, and experienced personnel needed to manage increasing operational complexity. The client required guidance, technical expertise, and hands-on support to build a compliant and effective HSE program.

Objectives & Success Criteria

The client sought to:

• Conduct a gap analysis of the existing HSE Management System.
• Revise, strengthen, and re-implement the system to support expanding operations.
• Provide HSE training for personnel during system rollout.
• Obtain dedicated HSE staff to implement and manage day-to-day safety activities.
• Maintain strong HSE performance during growth and leading up to the eventual sale of the company.

Success was measured by system maturity, audit findings, improved operational consistency, and the client’s ability to demonstrate sound HSE governance to potential buyers.

PMO Solution (What We Did)

PMO provided senior HSE professionals who conducted a detailed gap analysis of the client’s management system, identifying areas requiring refinement to meet industry standards and regulatory expectations. PMO revised the HSE Management System and supported its rollout through targeted training sessions, ensuring personnel understood new requirements and procedures. To maintain continuity and operational safety excellence, PMO seconded experienced HSE staff to the client for day-to-day support. These personnel provided field oversight, incident prevention, contractor coordination, and ongoing monitoring of system performance until the client’s sale.

Key Components /Activities

• Gap analysis of existing HSE Management System
• Revision and redevelopment of management system components
• Delivery of HSE training during rollout
• Deployment of senior HSE personnel for ongoing operational support
• Field-level safety oversight and contractor interfacing
• HSE auditing and continuous improvement activities

Outcomes & Impact

PMO strengthened the client’s HSE Management System, improved operational safety performance,and enhanced workforce understanding of safety expectations. The seconded HSE personnel provided consistent on-the-ground support, allowing the company to maintain strong safety governance during expansion. The improved system and documented HSE practices contributed positively to the company’s operational stability leading up to its sale.  

Lessons Learned / Challenges Overcome

A key challenge was supporting a small operator transitioning from minimal HSE infrastructure to a fully functional program. PMO overcame this by providing experienced, adaptable professionals capable of both system design and hands-on implementation. A notable lesson learned was the value of embedding HSE personnel during periods of organizational growth to ensure continuous safety performance and alignment with evolving operational needs. 

Value Proposition Summary

PMO delivered the full spectrum of HSE management support—system development, training, auditing, and staffing—to a small upstream operator during a critical period of expansion. Through expert guidance and embedded operational support, PMO enhanced HSE performance, strengthened compliance, and positioned the client for long-term success, including a smooth transition during company sale. This project demonstrates PMO’s ability to scale high-quality HSE support to organizations of any size.