ADEKUNLE ADEGOKE
Summary
I am a safety professional with over 18 years of experience in Nigeria and New York, specializing in site safety enforcement, risk assessment, and incident prevention. I effectively identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with OSHA and FDNY standards. My background includes corporate investigations and safety coordination, focusing on protecting lives and property. I conduct safety inspections, lead toolbox talks, prepare incident reports, and supervise teams to maintain safety protocols. Recognized for my leadership and communication skills, I collaborate with operations teams and regulatory agencies to drive safety improvements and promote a proactive safety culture.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Safety Supervisor
Arrow Security
New York, NY
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided senior-level HSE oversight across multiple construction and infrastructure projects.
- Ensured full compliance with OSHA regulations, site safety plans, and client requirements.
- Led safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments for high-risk activities.
- Coordinated contractor and subcontractor safety programs.
- Managed emergency preparedness plans, drills, and performance reviews.
- Supported commissioning and start-up safety activities.
Safety Lead
All Stars Security & Protective Services
New York, NY
03.2018 - 06.2022
- Directed company safety programs covering construction and facility operations.
- Conducted internal audits, incident investigations, and safety training.
- Developed and implemented site-specific HSE plans and emergency procedures.
- Supported management with compliance reporting and safety performance improvement.
- Major Projects Included:
- Road construction and concrete replacement (I-80 WB Toll Plaza, NJ)
- Underground utility work (Manhattan, NY)
- High-rise demolition and residential reconstruction projects.
- Implemented and enforced site safety protocols to maintain a secure environment, supporting the uninterrupted performance of daily business operations.
- Responded to critical incidents and emergencies with composure and urgency, minimizing risk and ensuring the safety of personnel and assets.
Investigation and Intelligence Officer
Shell Exploration and Production Company
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2001 - 04.2018
- Led pre-employment background investigations and intelligence screening for newly hired personnel, ensuring workforce integrity across company operations.
- Led HSE operations on large-scale, multi-million-dollar construction projects.
- Oversaw safety inspectors and environmental teams across multiple sites.
- Managed PTW systems, SIMOPS, lifting operations, and high-risk activities.
- Delivered client and consultant HSE reporting and audits.
- Executed multi-site security patrols on foot and by vehicle, enforcing access control and surveillance measures across large-scale facilities.
- Investigated workplace accidents, emergencies, and security incidents, delivering root cause analyses and corrective action recommendations to senior management.
Education
Certified Security Specialist -
Nigerian Institute of Industrial Security
Lagos, NigeriaGeneral Education Development (GED) -
New York, USASkills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- OSHA 30 - NY Safety and Training
- OSHA 10 - NY Safety and Training
- HAZWOPER 40-Hour
- Confined Space
- Lockout/Tagout Safety
- Fall Protection
- F01, F02, F03, F04, F80 - Issued by New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
- CPR Certification / First Aid
- Defensive Driver / Crash Scene Management - SNEPCO London
- Security Guard License - NYC Division of Licensing Services
Timeline
Site Safety Supervisor
Arrow Security
07.2025 - 01.2026
Safety Lead
All Stars Security & Protective Services
03.2018 - 06.2022
Investigation and Intelligence Officer
Shell Exploration and Production Company
11.2001 - 04.2018
Certified Security Specialist -
Nigerian Institute of Industrial Security