Zeeshan Haider
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in HSE Management Systems, Risk Assessment & Control, and Incident Investigation. Demonstrates proficiency in Emergency Response Planning and HSE Auditing & Compliance, ensuring adherence to environmental management standards. Skilled in Team Leadership & Supervision, fostering effective Communication & Reporting, and promoting Training & Awareness. Adept at Problem Solving & Decision Making and Conflict Resolution, with a proven ability to adapt to dynamic environments. Committed to advancing safety protocols and enhancing organisational resilience through strategic initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
HSE Lead
Bonatti International
Basra, Iraq
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed safety awareness programmes and campaigns to enhance employee engagement.
- Achieved around 80,000 (eighty thousand) training man hours throughout the career.
- Led internal and external HSE audits, ensuring timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Acted as primary focal point for all site safety-related matters, guiding HSE team.
- Ensured adherence to company’s HSE Management System in accordance with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
- Promoted strong safety culture through visible leadership and active engagement initiatives.
- Conducted Job Hazard Analysis, Risk Assessment, and Hazard Identification processes for risk mitigation.
- Monitored emissions, waste disposal, and spill control to maintain environmental compliance.
- Evaluated contractor HSE performance to ensure alignment with project requirements.
Manager Fire & Safety
Artistic Milliners pvt ltd
Karachi, Pakistan
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Perform safety audits and risk assessments.
- Update and maintain regulatory compliance documents.
- Liaised with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
- Develop and deliver virtual safety training programs and workshops.
- Piloted change management initiatives successfully improving organisational adaptability.
- Develop corrective and preventive action plans.
- Prepare detailed incident investigation reports.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to maximise productivity.
- Awareness session/training on Fire extinguishers, electrical safety, working on height, hot work, spill kits, Fire hydrant use
Manager HSE
Siemens Pakistan (KKI 500/220kV GIS Grid Station)
Karachi, Pakistan
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Ensure full compliance with national electrical safety regulations, utility authority requirements, client's requirement and company HSE management systems.
- Develop site-specific HSE policies, emergency procedures, and safe work practices tailored to GIS operations.
- Lead HSE audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across all operational areas of the substation.
- Identify and assess risks related to high-voltage equipment, SF₆ gas handling, confined spaces, and live-switching operations.
- Implement control measures using hierarchy of controls and ensure that Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and PTWs are strictly followed.
- Oversee GIS-specific hazards such as arc-flash risks, gas leakage, and equipment pressurization.
- Monitor contractor performance and enforce compliance with site HSE standards
- Lead investigations of incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions within substation premises.
- Prepare root cause analysis reports and track implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain accurate HSE performance records and submit periodic reports to management.
- Achieved around 4000 training man hours at site.
Manager HSE
Ezdihar Al-Garraf
Nasiryah, Iraq
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Led development and implementation of HSE Management System, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations, international standards, and company policies.
- Provided strategic HSE guidance to senior management as primary contact for safety matters.
- Developed, enforced, and audited PTW systems, including isolation procedures and excavation permits.
- Coordinated with operations and contractor teams prior to permit approval.
- Monitored safe practices during drilling, production, and maintenance activities.
- Reported KPIs, trends, and lessons learned to management and stakeholders regularly.
- Implemented behaviour-based safety programs to enhance workplace culture.
HSE Executive
5. U&I Garments/J.
Karachi, Pakistan
07.2016 - 12.2017
- Ensure compliance with national labor laws, fire safety codes, environmental regulations, and buyer/brand compliance standards (e.g., Accord/Alliance, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
- Conduct routine safety inspections across production floors, cutting, stitching, washing, dyeing, finishing, and warehouse areas.
- Identify hazards and implement corrective/preventive actions to improve workplace safety.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and enforce compliance among employees and contractors.
- Inspect and maintain fire extinguishers, hydrants, alarms, sprinklers, and emergency exits.
- Organize fire drills, evacuation exercises, and emergency response training.
- Assist in developing and updating the Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
- Conduct Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and risk assessments for machinery, chemical storage, boiler operations, electrical panels, and manual handling tasks.
- Implement proper controls, safety signage, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safe operating procedures.
Senior Officer HSE
Bank Alfalah Head Office
Karachi, Pakistan
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Monitored and implemented HSE policies in line with regulations and corporate standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety codes, fire rules, and health regulations.
- Maintained documentation, SOPs, emergency plans, and compliance reports efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify hazards across office floors and common areas.
- Monitored electrical safety, ergonomic compliance, and safe equipment use diligently.
- Ensured unobstructed emergency exits and well-marked access routes consistently.
- Inspected fire extinguishers and alarms in collaboration with facility management.
- Conducted fire drills and staff emergency response training regularly.
HSE Officer
English Biscuit Manufacturer/Coronet foods pvt ltd
Hattar , Pakistan
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Ensured compliance with national safety regulations and food industry standards.
- Supported implementation of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 22000 / HACCP standards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections across production lines, warehouses, and logistics zones.
- Identified unsafe conditions and executed timely corrective actions to mitigate risks.
- Monitored PPE usage and enforced safety protocols among all personnel.
- Conducted Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Risk Assessments (RA) for various equipment.
- Maintained comprehensive HSE documentation, including permits and inspection records.
- Collaborated with Quality and Production teams to uphold hygiene and sanitation practices.
HSE Officer
OMV Gas Exploration Plant
Choondko, Pakistan
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Implemented HSE policies ensuring compliance with national regulations and industry standards.
- Maintained and updated HSE documentation, permits, safety manuals, and inspection reports.
- Conducted daily inspections at wellheads, processing units, gas separators, pipelines, and storage facilities.
- Supported internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of findings.
- Verified integrity of safety systems including pressure relief valves and emergency shutdown systems.
- Reviewed and enforced permits to work for critical jobs such as hot work and confined space entry.
- Monitored process safety elements including safe operating limits and chemical handling procedures.
- Identified hazards such as gas leaks and ensured workers understood evacuation procedures.
Education
Highfield Level 3 International Award in Accident and Incident Investigation
Highfield
United Arab Emirates 06.2025 - 06.2025
HSE International Diploma in Safety Engineering L-6 (IDSE)
Qualifi
Manchester/United Kingdom 04.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP)
NFPA
USA /2024 -
First Aid Level-2
AOSH
United Kingdom 05.2022 - 06.2022
Occupational health, Safety & Environment L-6 Diploma
OTHM
United Kingdom 01.2022 - 08.2022
HSE-Risk Assessment
IOSH
United Kingdom 01.2018 - 02.2018
health, Safety Management system (HSMS)
Safecon
Karachi/Pakistan 06.2018 - 07.2018
Lead Auditor Course, Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Safecon
Karachi/Pakistan 11.2014 - 11.2014
OSHA-Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
Vivid
Lahore/Pakistan 02.2013 - 03.2013
Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
NEBOSH-IGC
United Kingdom 01.2013 - 08.2013
Skills
- HSE Management Systems
- Risk Assessment & Control
- Incident Investigation
- Emergency Response Planning
- HSE Auditing & Compliance
- Environmental Management
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Communication & Reporting
- Training & Awareness
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Punjabi
Native
Timeline
Highfield Level 3 International Award in Accident and Incident Investigation
Highfield
06.2025 - 06.2025
HSE International Diploma in Safety Engineering L-6 (IDSE)
Qualifi
04.2024 - 11.2024
HSE Lead
Bonatti International
03.2024 - 12.2024
Manager Fire & Safety
Artistic Milliners pvt ltd
02.2023 - 02.2024
Manager HSE
Siemens Pakistan (KKI 500/220kV GIS Grid Station)
06.2022 - 03.2023
First Aid Level-2
AOSH
05.2022 - 06.2022
Occupational health, Safety & Environment L-6 Diploma
OTHM
01.2022 - 08.2022
health, Safety Management system (HSMS)
Safecon
06.2018 - 07.2018
Manager HSE
Ezdihar Al-Garraf
01.2018 - 05.2022
HSE-Risk Assessment
IOSH
01.2018 - 02.2018
HSE Executive
5. U&I Garments/J.
07.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Officer HSE
Bank Alfalah Head Office
10.2015 - 07.2016
Lead Auditor Course, Occupational Health and Safety Management System
Safecon
11.2014 - 11.2014
HSE Officer
English Biscuit Manufacturer/Coronet foods pvt ltd
10.2013 - 09.2014
OSHA-Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
Vivid
02.2013 - 03.2013
Occupational Health, Safety and Environment
NEBOSH-IGC
01.2013 - 08.2013
HSE Officer
OMV Gas Exploration Plant
08.2012 - 06.2013
Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP)
NFPA
/2024 -