Syed Mustaq Gaffar
Riyadh
Summary
Accomplished HSE Manager with Aramco approval, specializing in the development and execution of robust health, safety, and environmental programs. Over 12 years of diverse experience in the Oil & Gas sector, power plants, and industrial construction safety management, demonstrating a strong ability to lead teams and ensure regulatory compliance. Holds multiple certifications including NEBOSH IDIP, TSP, and IIRSM (Full Member), coupled with a thorough understanding of environmental safety regulations. Committed to advancing safety standards while enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project HSE Manager
Rawabi Butec
Riyadh
03.2022 - Current
- Implemented health and safety policies compliant with laws and regulations.
- Conducted periodic safety inspections to ensure compliance with established regulations.
- Regularly conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards.
- Educated employees on emergency procedures and regulatory compliance.
- Developed comprehensive emergency response plans for fires, chemical spills, and medical emergencies.
- Encouraged active participation in workplace safety programs.
- Implement continuous improvement measures by engaging with all stakeholders.
- Document incident reports, inspection findings, and compliance documentation precisely.
- Ensured compliance with Aramco safety and health standards.
- Coordinate attendance for safety orientations and training for contractor and subcontractor personnel.
- Hosted safety kickoff meetings with subcontractors to detail site-specific requirements and expectations.
- Identified and reported unsafe acts and conditions to supervisors.
- Developed plans and procedures in collaboration with Aramco's loss prevention team.
- Coordinated with Aramco Loss Prevention, Fire Dept, EPD, and Proponents.
- Implemented segregation practices for hazardous materials.
- Implement and oversee heat stress, environmental, and waste management plans.
- Assess hazards, and determine proper disposal and management methods for hazardous materials.
- Assessed environmental consequences of construction initiatives.
- Implemented strategic initiatives for campaign and drill execution.
- Maintained comprehensive documents for project HSE.
HSE Manager, HSE Supervisor & Environmental Coordinator
China Geo Engineering Corporation
Jubail
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Ensure all contractor and subcontractor personnel attend site safety orientations, including, as required by the SA, and ensure contractor and subcontractor personnel attend applicable safety training.
- Conduct safety kickoff meetings with subcontractors to explain site-specific safety requirements and expectations.
- Preparing the Plan, JSA.
- Supervised site safety performances, and prepared reports.
- Updating the reports in the Saudi Aramco Portal – EPM.
- Conducted a joint inspection with the PMT and SAUDI ARAMCO advisor.
- Attending the Safety Walkthrough with LPD, FrPD, EPD, and Proponents (Saudi Aramco).
- Conducting toolbox talks and training.
- Implementing a Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System at the worksite.
- Ensuring that the employees comply with current legislation, codes of practice, and guidelines.
- Assisting the project safety manager in reviewing and updating HSE system revisions to the concerned department.
- To investigate and report immediately in writing all accidents, unsafe acts, and near misses that occurred at the work site, and the report shall be submitted to the Client Safety Representative.
- Conduct hazardous waste management studies, and segregation.
- Implement and be responsible for the heat stress, environmental, and waste management plans.
- Evaluate the significance of hazards, and determine proper disposal and management methods.
- Perform an analysis on the environmental impact of construction projects.
- Conducting an Internal Audit.
- Conducting risk assessments and assisting with the training program's compliance with Aramco requirements and local laws.
- Coordinating a safety meeting.
- Conducting campaigns and drills.
- Ensure work-safe practices.
HSE Supervisor & Environment Coordinator
Azmeel Contracting Company
Dhahran
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Supervised site safety performances, and prepared reports.
- Conducting toolbox talks and training.
- Implementing a Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System at the worksite.
- Ensuring that the employees comply with current legislation, codes of practice, and guidelines
- Assisting the project safety manager in reviewing and updating HSE system revisions to the concerned department.
- To investigate and report immediately in writing all accidents, unsafe acts, and near misses that occurred at the work site, and the report shall be submitted to the Client Safety Representative.
- Participating in the walkthrough, audit, and case of non-compliance, and following up on their closure as per HSE standards.
- Conducting risk assessments and assisting with the training program's compliance with Aramco requirements and local laws.
- Coordinating a safety meeting.
- Preparing SCAR Report (Safety Corrective Action Required).
- Detect, identify, analyze, control, and eliminate recognized hazardous acts, conditions, behaviors, and violations in case any employee is guilty of a safety violation.
Sr. Safety Officer
Feedback Power Operation & Maintenance Pvt. Ltd
Raigarh
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Compiled weekly performance updates.
- Conducted orientation sessions for newcomers.
- Conducted job safety inductions and toolbox meetings.
- Maintained a daily register for all accidents and near misses.
- Coordinated safety programs for construction training.
- Completed in-depth accident and incident investigation reports.
- Monitored unsafe acts and conditions.
- Conducted daily safety site inspections.
- Conducted daily inspections of electrical systems.
- Verified suitability of PPE for electrical workers.
- Compiled daily safety observations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations for hot work and excavations.
- Acquired certification for Working at Heights.
- Enhanced overall safety by implementing PTW and LOTO procedures.
Safety Officer
Operational Energy Group Pvt. Ltd.
Amlai
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Conducted daily safety inspections on site.
- Compiled and analyzed Safety Observation Reports regularly.
- Conducted daily inspections of electrical connections and systems.
- Checking unsafe acts and unsafe conditions
- Compiled detailed accident and incident reports.
- Ensured use of job-specific PPE.
- Conducted job safety inductions.
- Conducted assessments on lifting tools, tackles, and machines.
- Monitored PTW system for compliance.
Education
International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems -
NEBOSH
01.2023
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Osmania University
India01.2011
Bachelor of Science (BSc-MECS) -
Kakatiya University
India01.2009
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Health Safety Compliance
- Risk Assessment
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Disaster Preparedness
- Safety Investigation
- Accident Investigation
- HSE Compliance Auditing
- Safety Risk Evaluation
- Health And Safety Training
Certification
- Saudi Aramco Approved (HSE Manager, Acting HSE Manager, HSE Supervisor Environmental)
- NEBOSH (IDIP) - International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety
- TSP- Qualified
- IIRSM – Full Member
- IOSH– Certified Member
- IADC – Train the Trainer
- ISO 45001: 2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor
- ISO 14001:2015 EMS Lead Auditor
- NEBOSH (IGC) - International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- NEBOSH - Health and Safety at Work
- IOSH – Managing Safely
- TUV – HSE Leadership & Management
- Industrial Safety Management
- Construction Safety
- Environmental Safety
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/01/88
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: Valid Indian and GCC (Saudi Arabia)
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Transferable
Professionaltrainingcourses
- Lead Auditor Training in OHSMS and EMS
- Environmental safety at the workplace
- Certified from IADC as -Train the Trainer
- Spill Kit training
- Working at height
- Basic First Aider
- Man and Machine Interferences
- Fire Marshal
- Hazards Identification Awareness & Communication
- Permit to work holder
- Confined space entry
- Scaffolding Safety
- Crane & Rigging
- Accident & Incident Investigation & Reporting
- HSC Induction
- Defensive Driving
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
A2
Telugu
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project HSE Manager
Rawabi Butec
03.2022 - Current
HSE Manager, HSE Supervisor & Environmental Coordinator
China Geo Engineering Corporation
06.2019 - 02.2022
HSE Supervisor & Environment Coordinator
Azmeel Contracting Company
03.2016 - 05.2019
Sr. Safety Officer
Feedback Power Operation & Maintenance Pvt. Ltd
08.2014 - 08.2015
Safety Officer
Operational Energy Group Pvt. Ltd.
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Saudi Aramco Approved (HSE Manager, Acting HSE Manager, HSE Supervisor Environmental)
- NEBOSH (IDIP) - International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety
- TSP- Qualified
- IIRSM – Full Member
- IOSH– Certified Member
- IADC – Train the Trainer
- ISO 45001: 2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor
- ISO 14001:2015 EMS Lead Auditor
- NEBOSH (IGC) - International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- NEBOSH - Health and Safety at Work
- IOSH – Managing Safely
- TUV – HSE Leadership & Management
- Industrial Safety Management
- Construction Safety
- Environmental Safety
International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems -
NEBOSH
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
Osmania University
Bachelor of Science (BSc-MECS) -
Kakatiya University
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