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WAHEED ZIA
Abu Dhabi, UAE

00971-50-4916608----0097192448260
[email protected]

Nationality: Pakistani

Profile

An individual having a vast and comprehensive management experience of over 30 years of executing a variety of duties encompassing operational and administrative nature on national and international levels. Possesses two degrees of BSc Hons pertaining to Naval Sciences and War Studies and having a number of professional courses. OSHAD registered and ADNOC, Mubadala and Musanada approved. Well cognizant of present-day corporate world challenges therefore always maintains a proactive approach to handle the issues by observing closely on planning, organizing, implementing and controlling. A team player with a motive of enhancing the abilities and minimizing the limitations of team members in the greater interest of the organizational development.

Summery ___________________________________________________________________________________

Presently stationed in UAE for the past 12 years and attached with construction industry and has so far, managed HSE department of some very high budget/cost construction projects of international reputation and standing in capacity of Project/ Corporate Manager covering activities related to heavy civil, infrastructure, MEP, steel works, plants, sub stations, marine works and workshops. Sets targets and focuses on core issues and handle the affairs in an amicable manner. So far following assignments have been successfully undertaken:
• Capital Shopping Mall Abu Dhabi ( Main contractor) Project cost 800 Million AED
• High Rise towers, Day Surgery Hospital (Main Contractor) Project Cost 500 Million AED
• Zayed University Abu Dhabi, Mafreq Hospital Abu Dhabi (MEP Sub Contractor) 3.5 Billions AED
• Corporate Office Area Manager Ruwais, Western Region Abu Dhabi
• 24 Towers Residential Works Ruwais Housing, ADNOC Hospital new Building (Main Contractor) Project Cost 950 Million AED
• Schools. Abu Dhabi Future Schools (Main Contractor) Project Cost 400 Million AED
• Airport MTB Abu Dhabi(Main Contractor) Project Cost 11.5 Billion AED
• Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi (Testing and commissioning), Alain Hospital (Main Contractor) 3.5 Billion
• AMMROC Airport project (Main Contractor) Project Cost 1.75 Billion AED
• Palace Hotel and 80 Villas project of Eagle Hills (Main Contractor)
Key Skills
• Excellent knowledge base within Marine sciences/operations, Quality &Workplace Hazard Control, Health and Safety Management, Internal Audit and QHSE Management; proficient in risk management, Quality Control, event management, construction, logistic management, emergency response, performance appraisal, employee welfare, negotiation, transport management, technical management and firefighting safety. Among others; vast national and international experience in management and audit.
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• Military and civil operational, logistic and auxiliary planning, budgeting and sustainable management and development.
• Controlling of large scale operations.
• Organizational planning and management for effective and efficient operational output.
• Optimum resource utilization while remaining in the parameters of economy.
• Proactive leadership, training and management abilities; able to lead the team competently; undertakes all challenges related to safety, security, training/instructions and HR Management.
• Always focusing on increasing the strengths and minimizing the limitations of team members.
• Strong analysis, problem-solving and adaptive thinking skills; sound ability to handle critical and sensitive situations to deliver required results.
• Good cross-cultural and team collaboration capabilities; able to work productively with a team in a culturally diverse setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal capabilities; able to communicate effectively; able to motivate team members in promoting the maximum use of available resources to ensure cost-efficiency.

Education and Qualification

1990

BSc Hons (Naval Sciences)
University of Karachi

2001

BSc Hons (War Studies)

Bahria University Faculty of Sciences

Awards

Aug. 2003
Exceptional meritorious conduct in the performance of

Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Outstanding Services

Professional Experience / Career Profile

May 2018--- Present
Senior Manager Safety
Ghantoot Gulf Contracting

Project manager for the management of safety for the construction of two projects at Fujairah UAE.

Mar 2017-----May 2018
Senior Manager Safety
Al Faraá General Contracting

Assigned with the responsibility of an airport facilities construction project as Senior Manager Safety with a total staff of around 50 HSE professionals comprising assistant HSE managers, engineers, officers and safety stewards with the following responsibilities;
• Implementation of the Project HSE Management System (HSE Plan, HSE Procedures, HSE Forms, Contract HSE Requirements)
• Establishing Emergency Procedures to tackle accidents and emergencies.
• Advise and inform Project Personnel of the HSE Requirements and the safe work practices.
• Management and supervision of all subcontractors.
• Day to day management of designated HSE Team.
• Supervising, coaching and guiding of subordinates.
• Reporting all issues and concerns to relatively responsible personnel and advising on recommended solutions to address the issues.
• Act on the directives and instructions of OSHAD.
• Issue stop work order/Action notice in case of unsafe act as per Project Specific Procedures.
• Prepare, update and maintain daily HSE Diary, to be kept on file for review and auditing purposes.
• Carryout regular Site Tours with Project and Construction Managers. Findings to be reported, documented and distributed for follow-up on close out and corrective actions.
• Review and endorse Site HSE Observation Reports prepared by subordinates.
• Participate in all HSE Site walk through and attending all meetings with client and consultant.
• Carryout and Lead Site internal audits and subcontractor audits on monthly basis.
• Issuing the audit report to the concerned person. Follow-up on actions required for closing out audit findings.
• Assist and coordinate 3rd Party and Government Audits. Provision of Close out action plan.
• Monitoring and closing out Site observations Reports issued by Client/ Consultant. Submitting close out by objective evidence.
• Lead investigation for all accidents/ occurrences.
• Collect, review, analyse all evidence and documentation as per the Project Procedure and Project Requirements.
• Provide the Root Cause Analysis and Propose recommended corrective actions.
• Prepare the Investigation report.
• Plan and arrange for the HSE awards.
• Review the Risk assessments and coordinate with all concerned parties prior all critical and high risk activities.
• Implementation of Waste management plan.
• Prepare and lead the emergency response team.
• Monitoring and tracking the PPE issuance according to nature of task.
• Issuing violation notices and undertaking disciplinary actions against safety violators.

Jun 2016------January 2017
HSE Manager
LOUVRE MUSEUM Abu Dhabi/Alain Hospital
Arabtec Construction

Construction project of Museum on Saadiyaat Island Abu Dhabi,

• Implementation of the Project HSE Management System (HSE Plan, HSE Procedures, HSE Forms, Contract HSE Requirements)
• Advise and inform Project Personnel of the HSE Requirements and the safe work practices.
• Management and supervision of all subcontractors.
• Day to day management of designated HSE Team.
• Supervising, coaching and guiding of subordinates.
• Reporting all issues and concerns to relative responsible personnel and advice on recommended solutions to address the issues.
• Act on the directives and instructions of ADM-EHSMS.
• Issue stop work order/Action notice in case of unsafe act as per Project Specific Procedures.
• Prepare, update and maintain daily HSE Diary, to be kept on file for review and auditing purposes.
• Carry out regular Site Tours with Project and Construction Managers. Findings to be reported, documented and distributed for follow-up on closeout and corrective actions.
• Review and endorse Site HSE Observation Reports prepared by subordinates.
• Participate in all HSE Site walk through and attending all meetings with client and consultant.
• Carryout and Lead Site internal audits and subcontractor audits on monthly basis.
• Issuing the audit report to concerned person. Follow-up on actions required for closing out audit findings.
• Assist and coordinate 3rd Party and Government Audits. Provision of Close out action plan.
• Monitoring and closing out Site observations Reports issued by Client/ Consultant. Submitting close out by objective evidence.
• Lead investigation for all accidents/ occurrences.
• Collect, review, analysis of all evidence and documentation as per the Project Procedure and Project Requirements.
• Provide the Root Cause Analysis and Propose recommended corrective actions.
• Prepare the Investigation report.
• Plan and arrange for the HSE awards.
• Review the Risk assessments and coordinate with all concerned parties prior all critical and high-risk activities.

January 2016------Jun 2016
Corporate Training Manager
Arabtec Construction

Job Description
HSE Management Related Trainings :
• Identifying HSE training and development needs within the organization.
• Prepare annual and monthly HSE training Plan / Schedule for Arabtec Construction Group.
• Amending and revising programs as necessary, in order to adapt to the changes that occur in the work
environment.
• Conduct Internal HSE Pieces of training at all Project Sites & Facilities in a timely manner and as per Schedule /Plan.
• Conduct Training Need Analysis based on Incidents/ Accidents & Audits outcome.
• Evaluating training and development programs.
• Prepare Training reports, in a timely manner.
• Suggestions for improvements/enhancements of HSE related training based on Audit experiences and Staff inputs/recommendations.
• Source, liaise with and manage trainers and external course providers
• Supervising the work of training engineer.

Jun 2013--- January 2016
Arabtec Construction L.L.C

Working as HSE and Emergency Response Team Manager for the construction project of the highly prestigious and iconic architectural designed new Abu Dhabi Airport Mid Field Terminal Building. A project stretched over a period of four years, comprising heavy civil, steel structural, MEP and infrastructure works, costing an over 11 Billion AED with work forces up to 25000 men with diversified skills and expertise. The main duties are as follow:

• Implementation of the Project HSE Management System (HSE Plan, HSE Procedures, HSE Forms, Contract HSE Requirements)
• Advise and inform Project Personnel of the HSE Requirements and the safe work practices.
• Management and supervision of all subcontractors.
• Day to day management of designated HSE Team.
• Supervising, coaching and guiding of subordinates.
• Reporting all issues and concerns to relatively responsible personnel and advise on recommended solutions to address the issues.
• Act on the directives and instructions of ADM-EHSMS.
• Issue stop work order/Action notice in case of unsafe act as per Project Specific Procedures.
• Prepare, update and maintain daily HSE Diary, to be kept on file for review and auditing purposes.
• Carryout regular Site Tours with Project and Construction Managers. Findings to be reported, documented and distributed for follow-up on close out and corrective actions.
• Review and endorse Site HSE Observation Reports prepared by subordinates.
• Participate in all HSE Site walk through and attending all meetings with client and consultant.
• Carryout and Lead Site internal audits and subcontractor audits on monthly basis.
• Issuing the audit report to the concerned person. Follow-up on actions required for closing out audit findings.
• Assist and coordinate 3rd Party and Government Audits. Provision of Close out action plan.
• Monitoring and closing out Site observations Reports issued by Client/ Consultant. Submitting close out by objective evidence.
• Lead investigation for all accidents/ occurrences.
• Collect, review, analyse all shreds of evidence and documentation as per the Project Procedure and Project Requirements.
• Provide the Root Cause Analysis and Propose recommended corrective actions.
• Prepare the Investigation report.
• Plan and arrange for the HSE awards.
• Review the Risk assessments and coordinate with all concerned parties prior all critical and high-risk activities.
• Implementation of the Waste management plan.
• Prepare and lead the emergency response team.
• Monitoring and tracking the PPE issuance according to nature of task.
• Issuing violation notices and undertaking disciplinary actions against safety violators.

• rigging accessories.

Aug. 2011 – May 2013
Project HSE Manager
System Construct L.L.C, Dubai

Married Staff Accommodation Blocks/Hospital

• Advises Management regarding all aspects of Quality, Health and Safety within project operations and camp facilities for 10,000 personnel; advises Management on relevant revisions of the Health and Safety Policy and HSE aspects of projects at pre-tender stage.
• Liaises with project departments; coordinated recognized hazards and formulated safe work procedures according to regulations and legislative instructions.
• Implemented Job Safety Analysis of all high hazard activities; arranged and implemented pre-task training.
• Ensures a productive control over the movement of workforce and plant machinery; prepared and introduced traffic management plans and instructions.
• Supervises all lifting operations and maintains records of machinery.
• Monitors the waste management activities in accordance to statutory instructions; monitors the safety of all materials and operative using the project security plan.
• Advises the logistics department for safe storage and stowing of materials to prevent fire and damage.
• Advises the MEP department for adequate fire fighting arrangements in cabins and offices; inspects all electrical supplies and distribution boards.
• Implements emergency drills in coordination with the Civil Defense; ensures adequate coverage of site; deploys required number of First Aid personnel.
• Attends project-coordination meetings; liaises with clients and local authorities.
• Conducts regular and random QHSE inspections on all sites and records results.
• Identifies HSE training needs for both Management and operatives; arranges necessary QHSE trainings from external training providers; conducts in-house training whenever necessary.
• Compiles and records HSE statistics.
• Advised suitability of purchase of all HSE equipment; developing and implementing HSE systems of work through the QHSE staff.
• Compiles and maintains Project Specific QHSE Plans; updates the company on new requirements by authorities.
• Analyzes the HSE system; updates the Management and Quality department for preventive or additional support; commits to improve HSE on a yearly basis through quantifiable HSE data.
• Conducts audit report, staff performance appraisal and staff HSE induction.

Jun 2009----Aug 2011
Project HSE Manager
Habtoor Specon L.L.C, Dubai

Zayed University New Campus Abu Dhabi/Mafreq Hospital.

• Reporting to Corporate QHSE Director.
• Prepared and implemented QHSE Project, Waste Management, and Contingency Plans for a workforce over 2,500 people; managed the Safety Department; ensured compliance to PPE
• Formulated, implemented, monitored and reviewed site QHSE management system, policy plan and procedures.
• Conducted Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment.
• Coordinated and facilitated internal training/awareness on QHSE systems, waste management, work permit systems, storage and transformation of hazardous materials.
• Maintained adequate dissemination and relocation of warning signs and boards throughout the site; maintained a well-equipped first aid room with an ambulance on site.
• Managed and resolved safety complaints; implemented preventive actions for non-conformance.
• Coordinated with PM to monitor safety performance; prepared and circulated weekly report and other documentation.
• Made incident reports; conducted investigations and resolved problems thereof.
• Delivered HSE inspections/ audits on site; prepared status report and recommendation.
• Coordinated induction training and toolbox meeting.
• Reported to the Project Director; maintained and updated certification and license of lifting equipment and rigging accessories.

Aug 2007----May 2009 HSE Manager
Fibrex Construction and Industrial
Group L.L.C Abu Dhabi Twin towers(G+20)/ Hospital and Capital Shopping Mall

• Reporting to Project Director.
• Prepared and implemented HSE Project, Waste Management, and Contingency Plans for a workforce over 3,500 people; managed the Safety Department; ensured compliance to PPE
• Formulated, implemented, monitored and reviewed site HSE management system, policy plan and procedures.
• Conducted Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment.
• Coordinated and facilitated internal training/awareness on HSE systems, waste management, work permit systems, storage and transformation of hazardous materials.
• Delivered Training to HSE and construction team members on safety controls and procedures.
• Arranged third party certification for all the equipment and gear.
• Liaison with associated authorities for the safety compliance.
• Ensured traffic management at site.
• Maintained adequate dissemination and relocation of warning signs and boards throughout the site; maintained a well-equipped first aid room with an ambulance on site.
• Managed and resolved safety complaints; implemented preventive actions for non-conformance.
• Coordinated with PM to monitor safety performance; prepared and circulated weekly report and other documentation.
• Made incident reports; conducted investigations and resolved problems thereof.
• Delivered HSE inspections/ audits on site; prepared status report and recommendation.
• Coordinated induction training and tool box meeting.
• Reported to the Project Director; maintained and updated certification and license of lifting equipment and rigging accessories.

Jan. 2006 – July 2007
Safety Advisor
Nafeh Construction Engineering Enterprises

• Monitored the safety aspect of all site activities.
• Provided guidance to staff related to safe operation of machinery and other equipment.
• Prepared Standard Operating Procedures for different construction activities.
• Prepared storage and stowage plans for different types of materials; prepared firefighting plans for store and office areas.
• Conducted training on safety hazards and methods to reduce accident risks.
• Conducted inspections and troubleshoot occurrence of accidents.
• Maintained the optimum performance of the transport.
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Sep. 2004 - Aug. 2005
Principal
Cadet College Liaquatpur, Pakistan

• Managed and monitored the administrative and academic operations of the college.
• Formulated the frameworks of admin and academic practices.

Sep. 2003 - Sep. 2004
Safety Manager
Hi-Ace Industries

• Prepared and implemented HSE plans for the under-construction factory.
• Organized and arranged firefighting gear and equipment; conducted random inspection of equipment.
• Selected and purchased required PPE for the workforce; conducts factory audit.
• Prepared and implemented firefighting and waste management plans; formulated and implemented emergency procedures and fall protection policies; prepared and organized the first aid room.
• Arranged schedules for training sessions.

Naval Officer Experience

July 2001-Sep. 2003
Commanding Ship Officer

• Managed and maintained the safety of the entire crew of 65 men and 6 officers in a ship; maintained and monitored safety operations at sea.
• Reported to the Director-General about the safety of men and machinery.
• Formulated Standing Operational Procedures for safe conduct of machinery and equipment including cranes, hoists and ship boats.
• Supervised and monitored all maintenance and repair activities.
• Managed and allocated an approved budget to ensure cost-efficiency and sustainability of resources at sea.

Apr. 1999 – Aug. 2000
Chief Administrator/ Instructor Maritime Safety

Oct. 1997 – Apr. 1999
Squadron Staff Safety Officer

Aug. 1995 – Dec.1996
Company Commander

Aug. 1992 - Aug. 1995
Training& Liaison In-Charge

June 1991 - Aug. 1992

Training Officer

Nov. 1989 - June 1991
Assistant Departmental Head

Jan. 1988 - Oct. 1989

Assistant Departmental Head

Additional Skills Training:

2014 Abu Dhabi OHS (OSHAD) Course

2011
Nebosh IGC, Occupational Health and Safety
Control of International Workplace Hazards
Management of International Health and Safety

2010
Internal Audit Training Course

Al Habtoor Specon LLC Dubai, UAE

2008

HSE Management

Ministry of Labour and Manpower Division, Pakistan

Milestones/ Recognition:

• 67 Million Man Hours without any LOST TIME INJURY at current Project of Midfield Terminal Building.
• Successful completion of work while achieving a total of 26 Million Man Hours without any Lost Time Injury at Ruwais project.
• Successful completion of Zayed University Abu Dhabi new Campus Project with an over eleven million man hours without any Lost Time Injury.
• Recognized as the most dedicated and highly competent staff in the role of Project Security and HSE Manager at Zayed University Construction project.
• Received a National Award (TAMGHA-E-IMTIAZ MILITARY) from President of Pakistan in 2003 for displaying highly meritorious performance.
• Received an Appreciation Certificate on my Performance as a highly competent professional by Naval Commander in Chief.
• Declared best instructor for the year 1999 in Navy.
• Leading a team of over 30 safety engineers and safety officers to monitor the HSE and security of around 10,000 men.
• Internal Auditor Certification for OHSAS 18001-2007 and ISO 14001-2007.
• Proven track record of successful accomplishment of multibillion AED projects like Zayed University New Camp, capital Shopping Mall and Prestige Towers in Abu Dhabi and 24 Towers in Ruwais.

Courses Attended:
2001

Pakistan Navy Staff Course
1997
Project Management

1997
Staff Specialization

1996
Instructional Techniques

1996
Communication Skills

1991
Infantrymen Course

1990
Ship’s Competency Certificate

1989
Fire Fighting

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in the use of MS-office and the production of PowerPoint presentations

Personal Details:

Date of Birth:
Sex:
Currently Residing:

February 12, 1967
Male