Ronald Carden
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Results-focused leader successful at promoting explosives, occupational, and aviation safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid workplace mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout a well-established career. Versatile occupational health and safety director with hands-on expertise in multiple industries. Highly engaging team builder supports employee improvement and development in fast-paced, diverse workforce environments. Well-established occupational health and safety specialist offering more than 25+ years of expertise. Exceptional experience in safety and compliance inspections. Known for excellent communication skills and knowledge in explosives and munitions management. Knowledgeable professional eager to leverage personal skills related to occupational health and safety. Qualified to create safety policies, conduct inspections and deliver training. Smart and efficient with relevant software and technology for data analysis and reporting. High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health. Efficient HSE manager with solid background in emergency response procedures and management. Skilled in implementing safety programs and conducting risk assessments and investigations. Strong organizational skills with extensive knowledge of safety compliance and regulations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level HSE Management position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Safety Advisor (Explosives)
Global Air Navigation Services LLC.
11.2012 - 02.2024
- Enhanced Aviation Maintenance Repair and Overhaul, Ground Support and Explosives Production workplace safety by conducting more than 250 annual surveillance inspections.
- Provided expert accident investigation and corrective action analysis analysis for 25 significant flight, weapons and ground incident reports.
- Improved UAE Air Force & Air Defense employee safety awareness by developing and delivering engaging Explosives Safety and Occupational Safety training programs for more than 250 unit safety officers.
- Developed 42 Air Force Safety Manuals outlining comprehensive explosives, aviation, and occupational safety policies and procedures ensuring organizational compliance with regulatory requirements.
Wing Weapons Safety Manager
United States Air Force, Seymour Johnson AFB
06.2007 - 12.2010
- Facilitated ORM compliance as lead executive explosives safety advisor to 10 organizational department heads demonstrating leadership support.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics in-line with prioritized Headquarters directives.
- Reduced fiscal operating costs through comprehensive process planning improvement initiatives, and resource management effectiveness.
- Developed joint training plans, trained, and qualified (100+) junior associates and tenant unit explosives safety representatives in their duties.
AFFOR Weapons Safety Superintendent
United States Air Force Central Command,
10.2009 - 04.2010
- Managed and Supervised 30 regional explosives safety managers, assigned to 12 Joint Operations Bases across 6 countries.
- Conducted 12 Command Staff Assistance Visits and Explosives Risk Reduction Visits for Central Command's Director to validate annual International Ammunition Technical Guideline (IATG) compliance.
- Audited more than 500 fixed wing flight, and maintenance ground support explosives activities commensurate with written instructions.
- Advised engineering and production staff on DoD explosives safety requirements and practices applicable to manufacture and assembly of explosives substances and articles covering newest generation of explosives.
Wing Weapons Safety Superintendent
United States Air Force, 376th AEW
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Enhanced mission effectiveness by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders using working group meetings.
- Implemented spot inspection safety protocols with self inspection checklists to reduce workplace risks and improve employee wellbeing.
- Developed comprehensive quarterly budgets and KPI schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
- Collaborated with project designers, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution for $77 Million airfield MILCON project ensuring IATG and DoD explosive risk reduction compliance.
- Mentored 54 junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork across multiple organizational programs.
- Conducted regular site inspections to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards achieving 98% pass rate of high interest areas.
- Enforced Operational Risk Management through analysis and mitigation techniques designed to alleviate exposures from high risk explosives operations.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Alabama04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, Maryland08.2017
Associate of Science - Munitions Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell, Alabama09.2007
Skills
- Hazard Identification
- Safety Audits/Compliance
- Incident/accident Investigation
- Accident Prevention
- Occupational health management
- Safety training development
- Fire safety management
- Ergonomics Evaluation
- Contractor safety management
- Emergency Response
- Disaster preparedness
- Work Process Analysis
- Environmental Monitoring
- Budgetary Planning
- OSHA Compliance
- Records/files maintenance
- Environmental management
- Investigations
- Occupational health hazards
- Training and mentoring
- Safety policies
- Public Health
- Safety Management System (ISO 45001)
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Safety Training
- OSHA standards and codes
- Professionalism
- Root Cause Analysis
- Relationship Building
- Reliability
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Hazardous waste management
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Emergency response plans
- Goal Setting
Affiliations
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- National Association of Safety Professionals
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Certification
- ASP - Associate Safety Professional
- Certified Safety Manager, NASP Nov 2022-2025
- Certified Safety Auditor, NASP, Jan 2023-2026
- Certified OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, NASP, Nov 2022
- Certified HAZOP Leader, ICTD, December 2022-2024
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- United States Air Force Explosive Safety Program Management Training - August 2017
- United States Air Force Explosive Hazard Reduction Program - January 2004
- United States Air Force Weapons Safety Course - Nov 2003
Languages
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Safety Advisor (Explosives)
Global Air Navigation Services LLC.
11.2012 - 02.2024
AFFOR Weapons Safety Superintendent
United States Air Force Central Command,
10.2009 - 04.2010
Wing Weapons Safety Superintendent
United States Air Force, 376th AEW
01.2008 - 05.2008
Wing Weapons Safety Manager
United States Air Force, Seymour Johnson AFB
06.2007 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
University of Maryland University College
Associate of Science - Munitions Systems Technology
Community College of The Air Force
- ASP - Associate Safety Professional
- Certified Safety Manager, NASP Nov 2022-2025
- Certified Safety Auditor, NASP, Jan 2023-2026
- Certified OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, NASP, Nov 2022
- Certified HAZOP Leader, ICTD, December 2022-2024
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
- United States Air Force Explosive Safety Program Management Training - August 2017
- United States Air Force Explosive Hazard Reduction Program - January 2004
- United States Air Force Weapons Safety Course - Nov 2003
Similar Profiles
Ronald Carden Jr.Ronald Carden Jr.
Senior Health & Safety Advisor at Global Air Navigation Services, LLCSenior Health & Safety Advisor at Global Air Navigation Services, LLC
Ahmed KhaledAhmed Khaled
Senior Inventory Logistics Officer at Global Air Navigation Services L.L.C.Senior Inventory Logistics Officer at Global Air Navigation Services L.L.C.
Sean NgSean Ng
Deputy ATC Supervisor at Global Air Navigation Services, Abu Dhabi AirportDeputy ATC Supervisor at Global Air Navigation Services, Abu Dhabi Airport