Umer Changaiz
Al Khobar
Summary
Experienced QHSE Leader with a strong track record in facilities management, construction, and events. Skilled in developing ISO-aligned management systems, leading risk management, audits, and supplier governance. Recognized for fostering a proactive safety culture, driving compliance, and mentoring teams to deliver sustainable performance improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QHSE Manager
Engie Solutions Limited
Al Khobar
06.2025 - Current
- Establish and govern SPARK’s QHSE policies in line with ISO standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead strategic risk assessments and assurance programs to minimize QHSE risks across all tenants and FM operations.
- Act as a client-side QHSE practitioner, guiding contractors, construction and operational tenants toward compliance.
- Define, track, and report QHSE KPIs to senior management for data-driven decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement and foster a proactive safety, quality, and environmental culture across SPARK City.
QHSE Manager (NEOM Approved)
LIGHTBLUE (Secondee Thru JAM Event Services)
NEOM
12.2022 - 05.2025
- Formulated and executed QHSE strategies to align event and fit-out operations with international best practices and client expectations.
- Directed risk management frameworks for temporary structures, stage setups, and high-density live events, to ensure safe delivery.
- Established QHSE governance systems for contractors and vendors, driving compliance, and accountability across project stakeholders.
- Designed and implemented event-specific emergency response and crisis management strategies to enhance resilience.
- Provided executive-level QHSE reporting and advisory to support strategic decisions, reputation protection, and continuous improvement.
QHSE Manager
Mosanada FMS
Doha
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Spearhead the development and continual improvement of the QHSE Management System in alignment with ISO standards and organizational objectives.
- Lead risk-based audits and root cause analysis to ensure compliance, strengthen contractor performance, and drive sustainable corrective actions.
- Drive process optimization and supplier governance by enhancing workflows, pre-qualification, and performance monitoring.
- Champion workforce competency and capability building through training needs analysis, structured development plans, and mentorship.
- Direct incident investigation and preventive strategies to eliminate recurrence, and embed a proactive safety culture.
QHSE Supervisor (Team Manager)
SNC-Lavalin Arabia
Riyadh
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve project Quality and HSE SOPs and processes.
- Manage all documented information as per ISO 9001 and approved processes.
- Support operations in pre-qualification tendering and on-going performance measurement of suppliers and vendors.
- Support other projects and regional team on development of new processes where required.
- To ensure hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes are proactively implemented and managed.
- To identify compliance obligations and monitor the same on a regular basis.
- Ensure SNC global and project specific objectives are proactively monitored and achieved.
- Conduct training need analysis and prepare training matrix for all level of employees.
- Conduct and lead incident investigation as per approved HSSE management procedure.
- Take promote actions on finding from inspections, self-audits, regional audits, and site imminent dangers.
QHSE Executive
Ejadah Asset Management Group
Dubai
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Manage QHSE management system in line with ISO requirements applicable to the organization.
- Advise the respective Facility Managers, Supervisors, and on-site teams in closing out the audit comments.
- Extend support to the Head of QHSE and Procurement team in reviewing the Contractors QHSE prequalification.
- Conduct the bi-annually IMS internal audits and advice the respective departments on the robust corrective actions.
- Monitor and ensure HSE external trainings are carried out.
- Establish, monitor, and review projects specific Risk Assessments, Risk Registers and COSHH assessments.
- Lead and conduct Incident Investigations and recommend robust corrective and preventive action plans.
- Carry out regular QHSE inspections and advise the respective managers on the best reasonably practicable controls.
- Monitor and Direct QHSE activities to ensure the clients QHSE related SLA/KPIs are met.
QHSE Advisor
Global Air Navigation Services
Abu Dhabi
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Develop, implement, maintain, and continually improve departmental QHSE Management Systems.
- Reporting and investigation of all occupational reportable and recordable incidents.
- Arrangement of routine health surveillance at workplace.
- Conducting training need analysis and maintain training record for workers.
- Conduct internal QHSE & PPM audits for airfield ground lighting maintenance as directed by corporate.
- To ensure all drivers on airfields having valid driving permit and follow airfield driving rules.
HSE Practitioner (Acting Manager)
Ali Mousa & Sons Holding
Abu Dhabi
11.2015 - 06.2016
HSE Inspector
Al Jaber Group
Abu Dhabi
09.2014 - 11.2015
HSE Officer
Geo Excellence
Islamabad
02.2011 - 08.2014
Education
Associate Degree - Operations Management
Virtual University of Pakistan
PakistanBachelor's Degree - Occupational Health & Safety
British Council, UAE
Skills
- Leadership
- Management Systems Development
- Training and development
- Process Improvements
- Risk Management
- Incident Management
- Cost & Benefit Analysis
- Management System Auditing
- Conflict Management
- Negotiations
Websites
Certification
1) NEBOSH International Diploma in OHS
7) IOSH Managing Safely
2) NEBOSH International Diploma in Environmental Management
8) IOSH Train the Trainer
3) NVQ Diploma in OHS Practice - Level 6
9) IOSH Behavioral Safety Leadership
4) Level 5 Crowed Safety Management Course
10) OSH Practitioner Course – OSHAD
5) NEBOSH International General Certificate – IGC
11) Food Safety Management Course
6) NEBOSH International Fire Certificate – IFC
12) Aviation Safety Management System Course
Quality Management Qualifications
1) ASQ CMQ/OE Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
Affiliations
- IOSH UK - CMIOSH
- PSP - PAD Dubai Member
- NEBOSH Approved Trainer & Examiner
- IOSH Approved Trainer & Assessor
Accomplishments
- Youngest CMIOSH – UAE Branch
- Exceed Expectation Performance – AtkinsRéalis
Languages
- English
- Urdu
- Punjabi
- Hindi
- Arabic
Driving Licenses
KSA Light Vehicle, UAE Light Vehicle, Pakistan Light Vehicle.
Volunteer Consultant Experience
- Mentor, IOSH UK, 2021 - Present
- HSE Consultant, TWI Middle East UAE, 2019 - 2022
Training
- Critical Risk Control Protocol
- Incident Investigation
- ISO 27001 Information Security Management
- Fire Protection NFPA - Basic
- Food Safety Management
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- QHSE Documentation Management
- HSE Legal Compliance Awareness
- COSHH Assessment
- HACCP
- FM Site Management
- Setting Effective QHSE Objectives
Timeline
QHSE Manager
Engie Solutions Limited
06.2025 - Current
QHSE Manager (NEOM Approved)
LIGHTBLUE (Secondee Thru JAM Event Services)
12.2022 - 05.2025
QHSE Manager
Mosanada FMS
08.2021 - 11.2022
QHSE Supervisor (Team Manager)
SNC-Lavalin Arabia
05.2019 - 07.2021
QHSE Executive
Ejadah Asset Management Group
06.2018 - 12.2018
QHSE Advisor
Global Air Navigation Services
06.2016 - 06.2018
HSE Practitioner (Acting Manager)
Ali Mousa & Sons Holding
11.2015 - 06.2016
HSE Inspector
Al Jaber Group
09.2014 - 11.2015
HSE Officer
Geo Excellence
02.2011 - 08.2014
Associate Degree - Operations Management
Virtual University of Pakistan
Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Health & Safety
British Council, UAE