Chris Knieriemen
About Chris Knieriemen
Chris Knieriemen serves as the Global HSSE Manager at Seitel, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in health, safety, security, and environmental management, having held various roles in the field since 2011.
Work at Seitel
Chris Knieriemen currently serves as the Global HSSE Manager at Seitel, the largest onshore seismic data library in North America. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's commitment to health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards. In this role, he has developed and delivered training materials to enhance HSSE practices within the organization. He also coordinates with facilities management to ensure compliance with site-specific regulations.
Previous Experience in HSSE Roles
Before joining Seitel, Chris Knieriemen worked in various HSSE roles. He served as an HSE Operations Specialist at CGG from 2011 to 2013, where he focused on promoting a strong HSSE culture. He then worked as a Global QHSE Specialist at ION Geophysical from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he held a position as an HSE Operations Specialist at Proforma Safety International, LLC for 11 months in 2013 to 2014. Throughout these roles, he conducted incident investigations and performed audits to ensure compliance with management systems.
Education and Expertise
Chris Knieriemen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Houston Baptist University, which he completed from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety from Columbia Southern University, studying from 2019 to 2021. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in health, safety, security, and environmental management.
Background in Education and Coaching
Prior to his career in HSSE, Chris Knieriemen worked as a Secondary Social Studies Teacher and Athletics Coach at Fort Bend Independent School District from 2003 to 2011. This eight-year experience in education allowed him to develop strong leadership and communication skills, which he later applied in his HSSE roles. His background in teaching and coaching has contributed to his ability to effectively deliver training and promote a culture of safety.