Kannan Balusamy

Highly accomplished Senior HSE Lead with 19+ years of marquee experience leading safety excellence across high-rise, metro, airport, and rugged mountain projects. Deep technical expertise in structural steel fabrication and erection within complex, high-risk environments. Proven success in designing and executing zero-incident HSE frameworks, managing regulatory compliance, and leading large multinational workforces on mega-projects like the Riyadh Metro. Exceptional leader skilled at bridging the gap between site execution and executive safety strategy.

• Cert IOSH Member (Membership ID - 239145)
• Graduate IOSH (From Sep 2023)
• OTHM Level 6 Diploma in OH&S (2023)
• International Diploma in HSE Engineering (2020)
• NEBOSH IGC (2011)
• OSHA (2008)
• Diploma in Industrial Safety Management, Fire Fighting & First Aid (2007)
• ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor (2024)
• Train the Trainer (2024)
• Internal Auditor Training (IMS- ISO 19001 / 14001 / 45001)
• Basic First Aid, CPR, AED (2024 – 2026)
• Principles of Environmental Safety Management (May 2016)
• HS&E Leadership Training (Apr 2016)

• Conduct safety induction for new employees and specialized toolbox talks for high-risk activities.
• Implement and audit HSE management systems, ensuring rigorous standards for lifting operations, hot work, and scaffolding.
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures, legal requirements, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) protocols.
• Conduct internal and external safety audits, including comprehensive inspections of scaffold structures and lifting equipment.
• Participate in accident/incident investigations and root cause analysis for site-specific hazards.
• Analyze incident statistics to recommend improvements for fire prevention and fall protection.
• Provide technical HSE support to senior management on critical lift planning and scaffolding design.
• Deliver in-house safety training on Working at Heights, Fire Watch, and Rigging/Slinging best practices etc.
• Conduct subcontractor safety audits, verifying certifications for scaffolders, welders, and crane operators.
• Coordinate with clients on HSE matters and site-specific hot work safety requirements.
• Perform risk assessments (JSA/HIRA) specifically for complex lifts, welding, and scaffold erection.
• Prepare HSE documentation for tenders, including lifting plans and fire safety management strategies.
• Support development of safety plans, method statements, and emergency rescue procedures for work at heights.
• Manage scaffold tagging systems (Red/Green) and verify Third-Party Inspection (TPI) certificates for all heavy machinery.

• Full Name: Kannan Balusamy
• Marital Status: Married
• Nationality: Indian
• Date of Birth: 02 March 1981
• Passport No.: T210860
• Visa Status: Employment
• Languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Arabic
• Driving License: KSA Driving License