Ernest Ogbe
About Ernest Ogbe
Ernest Ogbe serves as the Corporate Affairs Director at Hercules Offshore, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in chemical engineering and environmental management, along with extensive experience in health, safety, and environmental operations in the oil and gas sector.
Work at Hercules Offshore
Ernest Ogbe has held multiple positions at Hercules Offshore since 2006. He began as Health Safety Environmental (HSE) & Training Manager from 2006 to 2007. He then served as Human Resources Manager from 2007 to 2012. Following this, he was appointed General Manager (Business Support Services) from 2012 to 2014, and briefly held the role of General Manager NCD & Special Projects for five months in 2014. Since 2014, he has been serving as Corporate Affairs Director, overseeing various initiatives and projects.
Experience at The Shell Petroleum Development Company Of Nigeria Ltd.
Ernest Ogbe worked at The Shell Petroleum Development Company Of Nigeria Ltd. from 1991 to 2005. His roles included Safety Engineer from 1991 to 1995, and HSE Skills and Competence Adviser from 2003 to 2005. He also completed his National Youth Service Corps in 1988 at Shell, which provided him with foundational experience in the oil and gas sector.
Education and Expertise
Ernest Ogbe holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering from Anambra State University of Technology, completed in 1988. He furthered his education with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental Management from Imo State University, obtained in 2002. In 2014, he completed a Mini MBA in Oil & Gas from CWC School for Energy. His educational background supports his extensive experience in health, safety, environment, and regulatory affairs within the oil and gas industry.
Community Engagement and Development
In his role as Corporate Affairs Director at Hercules Offshore, Ernest Ogbe has played a significant role in community engagement and development projects. His responsibilities include fostering relationships with local communities and ensuring that corporate initiatives align with community needs and expectations.
Nigerian Content Development Initiatives
Ernest Ogbe has overseen the implementation of Nigerian Content Development initiatives at Hercules Offshore. This involves ensuring compliance with local content regulations and promoting the involvement of Nigerian companies and personnel in the oil and gas sector.