Joshua West

Joshua West

HSE Manager of Systems, Planning and Performance Oxy

Josh West is the HSE Manager – Systems, Planning & Reporting for Occidental Oil & Gas’s (Oxy) U.S. Onshore Resources & Carbon Management (ORCM) business. Josh has over 14 years of experience with Oxy in HSE supporting many functions, including HSE operations, assurance, systems and conducting complex and significant investigations. Josh is a CSP and PMP and has a B.S. in Fire Protection & Safety Engineering Technology from Oklahoma State University and a M.S. in Engineering Management from Ohio University.

Main Conference Day 2 - February 25, 2026

11:00 AM Panel Discussion: Digitizing HSE for Smarter Safety Decisions

As energy organizations modernize their HSE systems, the shift from manual processes to centralized digital platforms is unlocking new opportunities for AI integration. This panel brings together leaders who are digitizing audit workflows, streamlining reporting and testing how AI can be integrated to reduce manual effort and improve safety outcomes. Learn how foundational changes in data capture and system design are paving the way for smarter, faster, and more scalable HSE processes, while maintaining regulatory integrity and frontline usability.

  • How AI can support consistent and structured data capture across field operations, creating a reliable foundation for safety insights and future automation
  • How AI can support incident classification and decision-making, helping teams reduce ambiguity and streamline workflows
  • The importance of preparing data and systems for AI integration, including strategies for improving data quality and consistency
  • How digital upgrades can evolve into scalable AI solutions, supporting long-term safety performance and operational resilience 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Joshua.

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