Donald Wills
About Donald Wills
Donald Wills is a Senior HSE Representative for a 6th Generation Drillship at Diamond Offshore, where he has worked for 24 years. He has a background in emergency medical services and experience in managing safety practices and compliance in offshore operations.
Current Role at Diamond Offshore Drilling
Donald Wills serves as the Senior HSE Representative on a 6th Generation Drillship at Diamond Offshore Drilling. He has held this position since 2000, accumulating 24 years of experience in Houston, Texas. In this role, he leads and facilitates weekly and pre-tour meetings to promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with company policies. He also manages personnel on board, maintains training records for rig-based employees, and ensures facility compliance with host country regulatory agencies.
Previous Experience at Diamond Offshore and Acadian Ambulance
Prior to his current role, Donald Wills worked at Diamond Offshore as a Roustabout from 1999 to 2001 in Houston, Texas. His experience in the medical field includes serving as an EMT-Basic at Acadian Ambulance from 1996 to 1999 in Lafayette, Louisiana. In this capacity, he provided both emergency and non-emergency medical and trauma care on-site, enhancing his skills in crisis management and patient care.
Education Background
Donald Wills completed his education at Franklinton High School, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. This foundational education provided him with the skills necessary to pursue his career in both emergency medical services and the offshore drilling industry.
Health and Safety Expertise
In his role as Senior HSE Representative, Donald Wills participates in and directs incident investigations, employing Why Tree Analysis to identify root causes of incidents. He tracks and identifies unsafe trends using a behavioral-based safety program, which is essential for promoting a culture of safety within the organization. His proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint facilitates effective communication with clients and regulatory agencies regarding health, safety, and environmental compliance.