WAQAS HANIF
Riyadh,SAUDI ARABIA
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in IT skills, including proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office, Office Automation, C++ Language, and Mat Lab Programming. Demonstrates a strong ability to effectively plan and execute data gathering and review processes, compliance monitoring, and risk mitigation strategies. Skilled in workplace safety management with a focus on safety protocol design, operational oversight, and environmental assessment. Proven track record in conducting technical audits, compliance inspections, and hazardous waste remediation. Committed to enhancing workplace safety through rigorous incident reporting and emergency response planning. Career goal: to leverage technical documentation skills and project management expertise to drive regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6044
6044
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
HSE ENGINEER
LOUIS BERGER POWER KSA
NEOM, KSA
10.2023 - Current
- PROJECTS IN NEOM: NRC 25, OXAGON, FUTURE CITY.
- Completed detailed site inspections regularly, identifying risks before they escalated into issues.
- Developed emergency response procedures that improved team readiness during crises.
- Monitored incidents closely, resulting in swift corrective action implementation.
- Led toolbox talks to reinforce safety protocol adherence among workers.
- Promoted a culture of safety throughout company operations using effective communication strategies.
- Improved staff awareness with regular health, safety and environment training sessions.
- Drove improvements in company-wide health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Investigated potential hazards for proactive prevention measures.
- Streamlined safety protocols through regular audits and inspections in the workplace.
- Provided comprehensive site inductions, establishing clear safety expectations from the outset.
- Maintained updated knowledge of HSE standards, applying them effectively at work sites.
- Coordinated with other engineers for ensuring best HSE practices across projects.
- Advised project teams on environmental considerations, leading to greener work processes.
- Developed strong relationships with regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance with HSE regulations.
- Enhanced on-site safety by conducting regular equipment checks and maintenance.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations for maintaining a safe work environment.
- Implemented new HSE guidelines to improve overall operational safety.
- Prepared thorough reports following any incidents or near-misses which enhanced understanding of areas requiring improvement.
- Conducted risk assessments for reducing on-site accidents.
- Tracked compliance with all aspects of health, safety and environmental legislation to increase compliance scores.
- Communicated clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Managed incident reports, leading to more robust action plans.
HSSE Engineer
EXAP Contracting,
Riyadh, SAUDI ARABIA
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Projects: Durrah Landport Backup power Project, Al Batha Landport Power Project, Al-Shuaibah Solar Power
- Provided technical guidance to safety and maintenance teams to troubleshoot operational changes.
- Tracked compliance with all aspects of health, safety and environmental legislation to increase compliance scores.
- Leveraged support processes, systems and tools to resolve safety-related technical problems.
- Demonstrated expert understanding of product safety concepts and techniques.
- Tracked issues through to desired resolution, engaging with technical subject matter experts for enhanced outcomes.
- Offered prompt, customer-oriented service to department heads, employees and customers.
- Directed and guided safety improvement and management programs to secure accreditation.
- Led Internal meetings on design reviews, solution layouts and risk assessment to communicate new policies and procedures.
- Developed processes for safety improvement programmes to ease implementation.
- Worked with organisational heads to understand safety issues and develop options for solutions.
- Conducted safety audits to verify employee knowledge and use of safety policies and procedures.
- Compiled data to facilitate analysis by department Safety teams.
- Created and maintained problem resolution procedures to support existing operations.
- Communicated clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Investigated design failures in field to determine necessary corrections in future iterations.
- Recommended improvements to optimise precise manufacturing processes.
HSE ADVISOR AND TRAINER
FREE LANCER
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Handpicked suitable external trainers as per specific requirements.
- Achieved high engagement rates with innovative training techniques.
- Fostered an environment conducive to learning through engaging and supportive coaching methods.
- Prepared detailed training materials, ensured ease of understanding for all participants.
EHS EXECUTIVE
TECH GROUP UAE,
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Projects: Dunya towers Dubai, Al Andulus towers Dubai, Sundus tower Ajman
- Investigated accidents occurred in area to plan next course of action.
- Managed installation and disposal of substances to determine safety measures.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
- Reviewed incidents and near misses and adapted Health & Safety training content accordingly.
- Reduced accidents by building strong Health & Safety culture and communications.
- Collaborated with engineering to roll out major equipment overhauls for civil engineering projects.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
- Informed authorities about incidents to comply with mandated health and safety laws and regulations.
- Responded to enquiries and concerns of employees by providing safety instructions.
- Analysed Health & Safety statistics using software to identify trends and mitigate risks.
- Established rigorous health surveillance framework, monitoring impact of noise, vibrations and hazardous substance exposure.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Delivered Health & Safety training to staff using online classroom management.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
- Conducted Health & Safety investigations, including writing reports and following up on corrective action.
- Examined tools, machinery and equipment to determine safety and adequacy.
HSE Engineer
SIMI CONTRACTING L.L.C
DUBAI, U.A.E
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Project: Infrastructure work Al Furjan phase2, package 11 to 18 (Client Nakheel)
- Tracked compliance with all aspects of health, safety and environmental legislation to increase compliance scores.
- Leveraged support processes, systems and tools to resolve safety-related technical problems.
- Demonstrated expert understanding of product safety concepts and techniques.
- Provided technical guidance to safety and maintenance teams to troubleshoot operational changes.
EHS OFFICER
BAHRIA TOWN
RAWALPINDI, PAKISTAN
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Scheduled meetings to detect health and safety concerns.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Reviewed and assessed plans of subcontractors to determine safety measures.
- Managed Health, Safety and Environmental compliance for various projects.
- Analysed Health & Safety statistics using software to identify trends and mitigate risks.
EHS SUPERVISOR
IJM L.L.C
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN
09.2010 - 04.2012
- Led monthly fire drills, monitoring evacuation time to verify alignment with national targets.
- Regularly inspected facilities to ensure adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Promoted responsible health and safety culture across departments.
- Collaborated with external authorities to enforce rules and regulations.
- Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine causes, making recommendations for corrective action.
- Produced accurate and detailed notes to facilitate Incident Report (IR) process.
- Instructed staff during fire drills, communicating evacuation routes and proper reporting techniques.
- Managed employee satisfaction and wellbeing through health and safety programs.
- Educated contractors on best practices to establish safe systems of work.
- Responded to reported emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Senior HSE Officer
DHA Pakistan
02.2007 - 07.2010
- Reduced accidents by building strong Health & Safety culture and communications.
- Established rigorous health surveillance framework, monitoring impact of noise, vibrations and hazardous substance exposure.
- Developed and reviewed risk assessments for construction sites with contractors.
- Delivered Health & Safety training to staff using online classroom management.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
- Analysed Health & Safety statistics using software to identify trends and mitigate risks.
- Conducted Health & Safety investigations, including writing reports and following up on corrective action.
Education
IGC - HSE
NEBOSH
NVQ LVL 6 - HSE
PROQUAL
Diploma - HSE
SKILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL PAKISTAN
06.2007 - 06.2008
Diploma - HSE
INTERNATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
02.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - a
PUNJAB UNIVERSITY
DAE 3 YEARS - CIVIL ENGINEERING
TECHNICAL BOARD PUNJAB
Skills
- IT SKILLS
- Proficient in
- Windows, Microsoft Office, Office Automation, C Language and Mat Lab Programming
- Ability to effectively plan
- Data gathering and review
- Compliance monitoring
- Risk mitigation
- Workplace safety
- Safety Warning Editing
- Work Process Analysis
- Operational Oversight
- Material and Equipment Testing
- Safety Protocol Design
- On-Site Inspection Performance
- Environmental assessment
- Technical Documentation
- Conducting technical audits
- Standard operating procedures
- Hazardous waste remediation
- Compliance inspections
- Project Management
- Risk assessment
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Safety audits
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
DGA CERTIFICATION FROM EMIRATES GROUP
FIRE FIGHTING HABC LEVEL 2 UK
H2S SAFETY HABC LEVEL 2 UK
FIRST AID HABC LEVEL 2 UK
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
Languages
English
Urdu
Arabic
Punjabi
Personal Information
Education
Current
Languages
6,2,6,6
Timeline
HSE ENGINEER
LOUIS BERGER POWER KSA
10.2023 - Current
HSSE Engineer
EXAP Contracting,
01.2022 - 10.2023
HSE ADVISOR AND TRAINER
FREE LANCER
01.2020 - 01.2022
EHS EXECUTIVE
TECH GROUP UAE,
01.2017 - 01.2019
HSE Engineer
SIMI CONTRACTING L.L.C
01.2015 - 01.2016
Diploma - HSE
INTERNATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
02.2013 - 01.2014
EHS OFFICER
BAHRIA TOWN
01.2012 - 01.2015
EHS SUPERVISOR
IJM L.L.C
09.2010 - 04.2012
Diploma - HSE
SKILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL PAKISTAN
06.2007 - 06.2008
Senior HSE Officer
DHA Pakistan
02.2007 - 07.2010
IGC - HSE
NEBOSH
NVQ LVL 6 - HSE
PROQUAL
Bachelor of Arts - a
PUNJAB UNIVERSITY
DAE 3 YEARS - CIVIL ENGINEERING
TECHNICAL BOARD PUNJAB
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