ZAKAULLAH LATIF
Duba,KSA
Summary
As a HSE Professional, having 12 years work experience in Health & Safety with qualifications MPhil in Environmental management, Diploma in Occupational Health, and Safety (Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health & safety – European Qualification framework EQR Level 6), IRCA- CQI Certified ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) Lead auditor, ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) Lead auditor & Certified Member of IOSH. Highly proactive in the safety inspections and Incident Investigations. Articulate in communication and possess excellent teamwork, management, and persuasive skills to bring about changes in the work culture particularly on Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) issues and sustainable development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Health and Safety Field Auditor
NEOM FM HSEQ Department
KSA
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Regularly perform comprehensive safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Take charge of the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) team, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure a safe working environment for community members
- Utilize Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) systems to accurately record and document the results of safety audits, maintaining a comprehensive and up-to-date record of safety compliance
- Manage the Permit-to-Work (PTW) process, overseeing approvals, issuance, and continuous monitoring to ensure that work activities are carried out safely and within established guidelines
- Conduct weekly meetings with contractors to discuss and reinforce site-specific Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements, fostering a culture of safety among contractors
- Prepare and deliver weekly reports on health and safety statistics to the HSE Manager, highlighting key performance indicators, trends, and areas for improvement
- Collaborate with contractors to conduct Health and Safety (H&S) walkthroughs, identifying potential risks and jointly developing corrective actions to mitigate hazards
- Take the lead in preparing incident reports when accidents or safety incidents occur
- Ensure thorough documentation and assist in the investigation process to determine root causes and preventive measures
- Lead the investigation of safety incidents, working closely with relevant parties to identify causes, develop corrective actions, and prevent future occurrences.
Deputy Manager EHS
Massive Chemical Technologies
Lahore
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Establish a culture that is aligned with EHS goals and objectives, with continuous EHS improvements
- Manage, direct, coach, lead, and motivate plant personnel to achieve EHS goals and objectives in a timely and safe manner, while continuously striving to improve safety skills & awareness
- Assist in planning, directing, and coordinating EHS compliance activities through functional teams, and with direction of manager
- Assist in the development and implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety programs and activities for the facility to achieve, maintain and exceed compliance with relevant regulatory laws and regulations as well as comply with company policies, standards, and procedures
- Responsible for directing incident investigations identifying root causes of EHS Incidents and executing sustainable corrective actions
- Identify and develop good working relationships with state and local authorities (i.e., safety agencies, fire departments, etc.) as well as appropriate internal Environmental, Health and Safety contacts
- Develop, coordinate and/or conduct EH&S training programs
- Lead and assist employee safety teams to understand and own safety and compliance down to the lowest level
- Responsible for driving processes that will result in a reduction of accidents and injuries and the identification of potential hazards present in the workplace
- Advise, develop, and facilitate safety training to new shop floor employees and supervisors.
Inspector HSE
Health Department, Government of Punjab
Lahore
07.2012 - 08.2016
- Promoted a positive culture based on improving HSE performance by planned routine visits
- Compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and adhere to applicable standards and procedures
- Endeavor to take every reasonable and practicable step to eliminating hazards, practices and behaviors that could cause accidents, injuries or illness and damage to nature & properties
- Provision of training and resources for workforce to maintain safe systems of work
- Ensure that Location Emergency Response Plans are in place to deal with and recover from emergencies and shall notify timely all relevant stakeholders during the emergencies
- Developing HSE reports on a weekly & monthly basis
- Conduct regular risk assessments of the site to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols
- Conduct training sessions for employees on HSEQ policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance awareness and promote a strong safety culture.
Education
MPhil - Environmental Management
University of National College of Business Administration and Economics
Pakistan 06.2016 - 09.2018
BS - Environmental Science
University of the Punjab
Pakistan 07.2007 - 09.2011
F.Sc (Pre-engineering Group) - undefined
Board of Intermediate & Higher Education
Matriculation (Science Group) - undefined
Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education
Skills
- HSE
- Risk mitigation
- Health and safety orientations
- Training programs
- Safety inspections
- Continuous improvements
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership
Certification
- Certified Member (CertIOSH) of IOSH
- Level 6-Diploma in Occupational Health & safety - UK
- NEBOSH IGC in Occupational Health and Safety
- IRCA Certified ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) Lead auditor
- IRCA Certified ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) Lead auditor
- Certified first aider – American Heart Association
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Activities
- Global Positioning System, College of Earth & Environmental Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore, 10/21/09
- Climate Crisis in Pakistan-A Behavioral Approach, Greenlays Environmental organization, Canada and CEES, 01/18/10
- Introduction to OHSAS 18001:2007, FASTC-Senior Consultant and Trainer, Lahore, 01/29/11
- Construction Safety, Centre for the Improvement of Working Conditions & Environment/Industrial Relations Institute CIWCE-IRI & SBS, 06/13/12 - 06/14/12
- World Environment Day, Punjab Forest Department, 06/05/12
- Waste Management System, Directorate General Services, Punjab, 10/30/12
- Waste collection and Safety measures, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad with the collaboration of Health Department, Govt. of Punjab, Lahore and World Health Organization, Faisalabad, 02/03/14
- Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment, Pedagogy training and consultants, 10/08/16
- Implementation and enforcement of Punjab Environmental Protection Act parameters and Safety, Environment standards (ISO 14001 & 18001) in industries, Environment Protection Agency, Lahore, 09/09/17
- Epidemics Prevention & Control, Primary & Secondary Health Care Department, Government of the Punjab, Lahore, 01/03/18
Timeline
Sr. Health and Safety Field Auditor
NEOM FM HSEQ Department
06.2022 - 02.2024
Deputy Manager EHS
Massive Chemical Technologies
09.2016 - 05.2022
MPhil - Environmental Management
University of National College of Business Administration and Economics
06.2016 - 09.2018
Inspector HSE
Health Department, Government of Punjab
07.2012 - 08.2016
BS - Environmental Science
University of the Punjab
07.2007 - 09.2011
F.Sc (Pre-engineering Group) - undefined
Board of Intermediate & Higher Education
Matriculation (Science Group) - undefined
Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education
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