Citadel Drilling Ltd.
Erika Rocha has extensive experience in the field of health, safety, and environment (HSE) management. Erika currently holds the position of QHSE Director at Citadel Drilling Ltd. and Opla Energy. Prior to this role, they served as the Sr. QHSE Manager at Citadel Drilling Ltd. In 2019, Erika worked as the Environment, Health, and Safety Leader at OHS Manager. Before that, they held several positions at Trinidad Drilling, including HSE Director of the Canadian Division, Canadian HSE Compliance Manager, HSE Manager of Trinidad Design & Manufacturing Division, HSE Team Lead of Trinidad Design & Manufacturing Division, and HSE Coordinator of Trinidad Design & Manufacturing Division. Erika has demonstrated expertise in improving health and safety management systems, conducting safety evaluations, implementing pro-active strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry and legislative safety requirements. Erika has experience in developing HSE programs, managing safety training, conducting safety meetings, and leading HSE committees. Additionally, Erika has produced statistical analysis and reporting for HSE performance and has been involved in obtaining the COR status for their company.
Erika Rocha completed their education in a chronological manner. Erika first obtained a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Advertising from Centro de Estudios Técnicos y Superiores Bauhaus, completing their studies from 1994 to 1998. Later, they pursued further education at the University of Alberta. From 2017 to 2019, they obtained an OHS Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. In 2019, they continued their studies at the same university and completed an Occupational Health and Safety Diploma. Additionally, Erika Rocha obtained a certification in Workplace Wellness Leadership from the University of Alberta in March 2020.
Citadel Drilling Ltd.
To put it bluntly, Citadel Drilling is different. We’re part of the modern energy wave – a smart, dynamic company built on fresh ideas from experienced professionals. Headquartered in Calgary, with our operations center in Nisku, Citadel Drilling is service-focused and caters to our clients’ needs with a fleet of modern, technically advanced AC triple (TA²CT) rigs designed to optimize efficiencies and reduce expensive downtime and labor costs. Our business is based on cooperative teamwork - from our founding management team to our dedicated, loyal and professional crews in the field. As a private company, we make decisions based on our corporate values; we provide a collaborative, open and relaxed work environment where respect for one another is key and every voice is heard. We continue to work hard and strive to remain a forward-thinking, well-planned, well-funded and well-supported company passionate about growing a safe and successful future for our people and our clients.