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Hemanth Kumar Yagnamurthy  CSP® ASP® NEBOSH PSM

Hemanth Kumar Yagnamurthy CSP® ASP® NEBOSH PSM

Rabigh

Summary

Certified HSE Engineer with 17+ years of international experience in upstream and downstream oil & gas sectors, with specialized expertise in drilling rig safety, wellsite HSE operations, and high-risk contractor management. Proven ability to lead HSE in multi-contractor drilling environments, enforce PTW, SIMOPS, and BBS protocols, and implement incident reduction strategies aligned with global standards including Saudi Aramco, NEBOSH, ISO 45001, and IWCF. Adept in cross-functional leadership, safety training, and driving proactive safety culture in drilling and rig operations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
5
5

Certifications

Work History

HSE Engineer

PETRORABIGH REFINERY & PETROCHEMICALS
Rabigh
09.2015 - Current
  • Spearheaded Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) for new installations in compliance with Saudi Aramco Fire & Safety Standards, leading to safer design.
  • Conducted over 50 comprehensive workplace safety audits, identifying and mitigating potential risks, and safeguarding against potential safety breaches.
  • Instrumental in the design and execution of 15 safety turnaround projects, including 4 Major projects handling around 2000 employees and achieved 2 million safe man-hours, improving overall site safety and reducing safety stand-down time by 15%.
  • Coordinated safety inspections on a bi-weekly basis, resulting in a 10% improvement in hazard identification and correction.
  • Facilitated cross-team workshops to bolster safety communication strategies, improving safety policy adherence rates by 15% across departments.
  • Analyzed accident reports and workplace data to recommend targeted safety improvements, resulting in a 15% drop in reported incidents.
  • Formulated a contractor safety management program, buddy manager system, leading to enhanced contractor management involvement and a 20% reduction in incidents.
  • Managed cross-site audits and risk assessments, identifying critical process improvements, resulting in a sustained 15% reduction in the Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR).
  • Piloted a safety mentorship program, cultivating a safety-first culture and contributing to a notable decrease in minor incidents by 10% annually.

HSE Engineer

CAIRN INDIA LIMITED
08.2011 - 02.2015
  • Implemented a company-wide Safety Management System, aligning with ISO 45001 standards and achieving a 20% improvement in safety audit scores.
  • Coordinated SIMOPS of well drilling, production, and maintenance activities by multiple contractors.
  • Developed a cross-departmental safety training program, which was adopted company-wide, improving safety awareness and reducing incident response time by 30%.
  • Implemented a behavior-based safety program, leading to a 15% reduction in reportable injuries through regular employee feedback sessions.
  • Curated and executed specialized safety training modules for high-risk operations, positively impacting over 400 employees and diminishing human error incidents by 20%.
  • Developed a digital tracking dashboard for safety metrics that boosted the visibility of key performance indicators and enhanced strategic decision-making.
  • Assisted in a safety culture change initiative that increased employee engagement in safety programs by 40%.

Deputy Manager - HSE

SNEHA KINETIC PVT. LIMITED
Hyderabad
08.2010 - 08.2011
  • Implemented a company-wide Safety Management System, aligning with ISO 45001 standards and achieving a 20% improvement in safety audit scores.
  • Assisted in the improvisation of a lockout/tagout procedure that reduced machinery-related accidents by 15% through meticulous process reengineering.
  • Conducted HSE audits of power plants and developed SOPs for critical operations.
  • Delivered safety trainings, toolbox talks, and regular HSE briefings to instil a proactive safety culture.

Assistant Manager - HSE

LANCO INFRATECH LIMITED
Cuttack
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • Led safety measures for large-scale construction projects.
  • Conducted toolbox talks, JSA implementation, and equipment inspections.
  • Conducted HSE audits, site inspections, and high-risk operations walkthroughs to enforce safe work conditions.

Assistant Manager - HSE

ADANI ENERGY LTD
Ahmedabad
06.2007 - 11.2009
  • Implemented a company-wide Safety Management System, aligning with ISO 45001 standards and achieving a 20% improvement in safety audit scores.
  • Performed site HSE inspections for piped natural gas projects.
  • Led risk assessments, hot tie-in safety, and pipeline safety evaluations.
  • Developed Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), and implemented Permit to Work (PTW) systems.
  • Designed and executed emergency drills, evacuation simulations, and incident response exercises across departments.

Education

M.Tech - Health, Safety & Environment

University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES)
Dehradun
01.2007

B.E. - Electrical & Electronics

EVP Engineering College
Chennai
01.2004

Skills

  • Risk Management: Risk Assessments, HAZOP, Bow-Tie, SIMOPS
  • Compliance & Auditing: ISO 45001, PSSR, Site Inspections, PTW
  • Training & Culture: Toolbox Talks, Incident Investigation, BBS Programs
  • Construction & Industrial Safety: Oil Rig Safety, Fire Safety, Equipment Inspections
  • Incident investigation
  • HSE Audits & Compliance
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Safety Trainings & Toolbox Talks
  • Incident Investigation
  • PSSR / PTW / SIMOPS
  • Fire & Safety Systems
  • Construction safety, oil rig safety
  • Safety Reporting & Statistics
  • Bow-Tie & HAZOP Analysis
  • Software: MS Office, Excel Dashboards, Safety KPI Reporting Tools

Certification

  • CSP – Certified Safety Professional
  • ASP – Associate Safety Professional
  • NEBOSH HSE Process Safety Management
  • BOSIET with EBS
  • IWCF Level 1
  • Lead Auditor – ISO 45001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001
  • Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), Road Safety, SIMOPS

Core Skills:

✔ Drilling Rig Safety   ✔ SIMOPS   ✔ PTW Systems
✔ Process Safety        ✔ Risk Assessment   ✔ ISO 45001 Audits
✔ Emergency Response    ✔ JSA/SWMS   ✔ Contractor Safety Management

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 1.5 Million manhours during turnaround for 2 months managing 2000 contractor employees with zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI) during high-risk operations
  • Led successful ISO 45001 certification audits at multiple sites.
  • Developed and rolled out emergency response plans impacting 500+ site personnel.
  • Trained over 1,000 workers in PTW, JSA, and emergency readiness protocols.

Timeline

HSE Engineer

PETRORABIGH REFINERY & PETROCHEMICALS
09.2015 - Current

HSE Engineer

CAIRN INDIA LIMITED
08.2011 - 02.2015

Deputy Manager - HSE

SNEHA KINETIC PVT. LIMITED
08.2010 - 08.2011

Assistant Manager - HSE

LANCO INFRATECH LIMITED
12.2009 - 08.2010

Assistant Manager - HSE

ADANI ENERGY LTD
06.2007 - 11.2009

M.Tech - Health, Safety & Environment

University of Petroleum & Energy Studies (UPES)

B.E. - Electrical & Electronics

EVP Engineering College
Hemanth Kumar Yagnamurthy CSP® ASP® NEBOSH PSM