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Logan Hughes

Summary

Safety and HSE professional with 10+ years of management experience in the United States Coast Guard leading emergency response operations, fire suppression systems, and hazardous material incidents. Demonstrated ability to develop and plan effective HSE and safety programs, conduct inspections, perform hazard analysis, and ensure compliance with operational safety standards. Hard skills include hazardous material safety management, risk mitigation, and safety inspections, supported by strong training and leadership abilities that develop personnel and promote an effective safety culture. Proven success managing major safety initiatives, including a $2.8M hexavalent chromium mitigation project and coordinating the fleet-wide transition of 3,173 G1 SCBA units to improve fire protection and operational readiness. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Occupational Safety and Health and CSP certification, providing organizations with safety guidance, inspections, analysis, training development, and cost mitigation strategies. Seeking a resume review and interview opportunity to further demonstrate leadership, management capability, and commitment to advancing workplace safety and HSE performance.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Damage Controlmen

United States Coast Guard
Curtis Bay, MD
10.2008 - Current
USCG Surface Fleet Logistics Center, Damage Control & Lifesaving Equipment, Life Safety Systems Program Manager

Jul 2025 – Present | United States Coast Guard

  • Managed fleet-wide lifesaving equipment safety programs, developing an effective HSE management plan for Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) airflow testing and tracking lifecycles of 8265 cylinders, supporting 243 operational fleet units; improved regulatory safety compliance and strengthened emergency response readiness.
  • Developed technical troubleshooting and acquisition processes for fire fighting pumps, dewatering pumps, and breathing air compressor systems supporting 243 military units; reduced equipment downtime and improved life-safety system reliability across fleet operations.
  • Implemented standardized safety inspection and reporting procedures for SCBA cylinder logs and equipment readiness across 5 fleet readiness checkpoints; strengthened HSE oversight and improved compliance with Coast Guard safety regulations.
USCG Air Station Sitka – Facilities Engineering Manager

Aug 2023 – Jul 2025 | United States Coast Guard

  • Directed facilities management and HSE program development supporting $30M in infrastructure and 60 housing units, supervising 16 personnel across 3 technical specialties; improved operational safety planning and strengthened facility regulatory compliance.
  • Managed procurement planning and contract development for 2 annual budgets totaling $250K, supporting facility safety upgrades and maintenance planning across 7 infrastructure projects; improved project execution efficiency and reduced facility safety risks.
  • Developed and delivered safety training and inspection programs supporting facility operations across 9 aviation and support buildings; improved hazard identification and strengthened compliance with safety and environmental regulatory requirements.
  • Supervised maintenance of 60 housing units, 11 buildings (223,591 sq. ft.), 36 barracks, 8 vehicles, aviation ground support, 50,000-gallon fuel farm, and 3,000-gallon refuel tanker; improved readiness, compliance, and operational safety across all facilities.
  • Coordinated engineering support and regulatory compliance efforts with regional Civil Engineering Units across 5 infrastructure planning initiatives valued at $2.8M; accelerated project approvals and improved long-term facility safety planning.
USCG Sector Los Angeles / Long Beach – Damage Control Shop Lead, Industrial Safety Supervisor

Jul 2020 – Aug 2023 | United States Coast Guard

  • Led welding and fabrication shop operations, planning and executing preventive maintenance and safety work orders supporting 9 operational platforms and shore units; valuing at $180M in total, improved equipment readiness and strengthened operational safety performance.
  • Developed and managed hazardous material safety and respirator protection programs, delivering regulatory safety training across 7 operational departments; improved respiratory protection compliance and reduced personnel exposure risks.
  • Implemented hazard identification and corrective action procedures as HazMat Coordinator and Respirator Program Manager across 5 high-risk maintenance environments; strengthened HSE program effectiveness and reduced incident potential.
  • Managed property accountability and safety equipment oversight supporting 4 operational engineering sections; improved equipment tracking accuracy and strengthened regulatory compliance documentation.
USCGC Cheyenne (WLR-75405) – Independent Duty Damage Control Petty Officer, Fire Protection Specialist

Mar 2017 – Jul 2020 | United States Coast Guard

  • Managed shipboard emergency response and safety programs, developing fire suppression, damage control, and lifesaving equipment readiness plans supporting 4 mission departments; outfitted department with $20,000 of emergency casualty equipment, improved operational safety readiness during maritime deployments.
  • Led repair locker emergency response teams and damage control training programs across 5 operational work centers; improved crew preparedness and strengthened shipboard emergency response effectiveness.
  • Implemented fire marshal safety inspection and compliance programs, conducting regulatory safety audits across 7 critical shipboard systems; reduced fire risk and improved safety compliance during operational missions.
  • Supervised deck rigging, crane operations, and buoy deck safety procedures supporting 9 mission operations; improved operational safety execution and strengthened HSE risk management practices.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA
05-2025

Associate of Science - Public Service And Leadership

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
08-2023

Skills

  • Naval and Civil Mechanical Systems Maintenance
  • Hazardous Material Safety Management
  • Preventive Maintenance and Equipment Inspection
  • Training and Leadership
  • Risk Assessment and Safety Compliance Management
  • Budgeting Management
  • Networking/Relationship Building
  • Written Communication
  • Independent Starter
  • Graduate Safety Practitioner Certification
  • Personnel Management

Certification

Graduate safety Practitioner (GSP) Awarded August 2025.

Timeline

Damage Controlmen

United States Coast Guard
10.2008 - Current

Master of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Columbia Southern University

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Waldorf University

Associate of Science - Public Service And Leadership

Indiana Wesleyan University