Simon Hatson CFIOSH

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QHSE & Sustainability Director at Aquaterra Energy

Norwich, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Simon is the QHSE & Sustainability Director at Aquaterra Energy, where he is a member of the Board of Directors. A Chartered Fellow and Trustee of IOSH with a masters degree and education from the University of Cambridge, he has extensive experience in the offshore energy, marine, and manufacturing sectors.

He is actively involved in professional development and mentorship within his industry. This is demonstrated through his long-term volunteer leadership roles at IOSH and his public support for young professionals seeking work experience.

Unique fact: Simon is a two-time recipient of the IOSH Presidents Distinguished Service Award for his significant contributions to health and safety.

Personality Overview

Candid & Clear

Decisive

Impact-Driven

They respond better to strong and respectful interactions.  They like to act fast and expect others to do the same. More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product.

Topics They Care About

ESG Strategy
He develops and delivers the global QHSE and sustainability strategies for Aquaterra Energy, with a focus on decarbonization and achieving Net Zero goals.
Occupational Safety
As a Chartered Fellow of IOSH and a seasoned QHSE director, he is a subject matter expert who actively presents on complex safety topics like asbestos awareness.
Energy Transition
His work involves supporting clients' move toward renewables, carbon capture, and hydrogen, aligning with his company's focus on sustainable offshore solutions.

Media Appearances

Simon Hatson - Aquaterra Energy. Featured in Aquaterra Energy (Company Website)

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SAFETY MILESTONE: 2,000 DAYS LOST TIME INJURY (LTI) FREE. Featured in Aquaterra Energy (Company Website)

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Aquaterra Energy Scores Hat Trick of Safety Milestones. Featured in Petroleum Africa

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Work History

5-2014
QHSE & Sustainability Director at Aquaterra Energy
6-2012 - 5-2014
Group HSSEQ Manager at Gardline Marine Sciences at Gardline Marine Sciences Limited
10-2007 - 3-2025
Trustee of IOSH at IOSH
6-2007 - 6-2012
Regional QSE Manager at Britvic Soft Drinks
7-2004 - 6-2007
Health & Safety Manager at Kettle Foods Ltd

Education

5-2022 - 7-2022
Business Sustainability Management from University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
2013 - 2014
Master of Science (MSc) from University of Portsmouth

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Insights For Selling To Simon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points without becoming too analytical
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Do not spend too much time focusing on product tech or features
  • Do not hesitate from asking counter questions, just avoid challenging their authority
  • Avoid being too verbose

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Simon is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Simon

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no without any hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Simon move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Simon take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Simon

Personality Compatibility


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