Edwin Amala
HSE
Doha Al Jadeeda
Summary
Dynamic HSE leader with a proven track record at Veolia Water, enhancing safety protocols and reducing incidents by 90%. Skilled in HSE Strategy Formation and adept at fostering communication across multi-cultural teams. Specializes in incident investigation and emergency response planning, ensuring compliance and promoting a culture of safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HSE Coordinator
Veolia Water
DOHA
07.2023 - Current
- Identifying and communicating opportunities to improve the Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System.
- Assisting in the preparation and implementation of the Project Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, the Environmental Impact Assessment, and associated procedures.
- Observing all site operations to ensure legal and other HSE compliance, reporting any problems, and offering support or direction as needed.
- Allocating daily tasks and areas of responsibility to all HSE officers.
- Follow up and ensure closure of non-compliances identified through audit or inspection processes.
- Ensuring that inspections of plant, tools, and equipment are completed in line with the Project HSE Action Plan.
- Participating in internal and external audits conducted by internal or external parties, as required.
- Determine any possible needs for HSE training and, if necessary, help deliver it.
- Reporting all HSE-related incidents to HSE management.
- Assist with the investigation of HSE-related incidents, as required.
- Assist with evaluations of subcontractors and suppliers, as required.
HSE Manager
QTCG-MIRRIKH-JV
DOHA
12.2018 - 07.2023
- Reviewed the subcontractors documents
- Attended regular HSE meetings and assisted management in the implementation of the HSE management system.
- Ensured that all actions, works, and services undertaken by contractors are following the respective agreement with the company.
- Performed risk assessments of job tasks and identified control measures to reduce or eliminate hazards.
- Created safety plans that cover emergency response, fire prevention, and hazardous material handling protocols.
- Monitored contractor performance against established HSE standards and regulatory requirements.
HSE Manager
VMQ-JV
DOHA
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Established the project risk assessment on a task-by-task basis, and ensured it was communicated with the team for effective implementation.
- Investigate incidents, accidents and Near misses
- Promote proactive safety schemes through training, campaigns, walkthrough, inspections, audits, etc.
- Ensured team participation and consultation.
- Surveyed some high-risk working environments, including plants and equipment.
- Established a safety inspection plan and periodicity, and ensured the plan was implemented by the safety team, using the checklist and approved safety devices.
HSSE Engineer
MIRRIKH-QTCG-JV
DOHA
05.2016 - 11.2018
- Performing initial hazard identification, JHA, and JSA, as well as incorporating the hazards identified in the risk assessment register.
- Ensured that the identified hazard was mitigated, and the risk was reduced as per ALARP.
- Conducted HSE inspections and risk evaluations, as well as imposed preventive measures.
- Prepared analytical reports based on HSE data.
- Ensure relevant PPE is available at all times for all relevant employees and subcontractors.
- Analyzed data from incident investigations to assess trends or patterns requiring corrective action.
- Investigated incidents, reported findings, and proposed preventative measures.
- Coordinated emergency response drills to test the effectiveness of plans and procedures.
- Achieved safety compliance across multiple product lines and programs, with diligent attention to parameters.
- Developed and implemented company-wide safety initiatives, driving substantial reductions in identified hazards and incidents with injury.
- Reviewed contractor documents related to HSSE standards and practices.
- Managed safety consulting projects and adhered to project deadlines and milestones to serve many clients per quarter.
Project HSE Engineer
KBN Contracting WLL
DOHA
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Facilitated smooth communication, coordination, and reporting of HSE matters, the operational team worked with the health and safety staff to define their roles and responsibilities.
- Monitored, improved, and maintained records and registers for the HSE statistics.
- Conducted several emergency rescue drills in various subjects.
- Recorded and submitted a flash report of all incidents, accidents, and near misses to the safety manager for further investigation.
EHS Engineer
Zenith Trading And Contracting Company
DOHA
04.2013 - 12.2013
- Executed risk analysis to mitigate hazards and promote safety in and areas.
- Implemented a comprehensive EHS management system in accordance with ISO 14001 standards.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to support effective implementation of EHS programs.
- Coordinated worker training in safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring and use of safety equipment.
Safety Officer
SETRACO Nig. Ltd
Enugu
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Coordinated emergency response teams during drills or actual events such as fires, chemical spills.
- Inspected and evaluated machinery and equipment such as lifting devices, machine shields, and scaffoldings to make sure they meet safety requirements
- Carried out a job safety analysis (JHA) and ensured that all identified hazards were communicated to all employees, with adequate control in place.
- Maintained daily, weekly, and monthly safety inspections of assets and facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Collected and reviewed data to identify potential compliance issues requiring further review.
- Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) - Occupational health and Safety Leadership
CAMBRIDGE International Qualification
UK09-2022
MBA - Business Administration
Catholic University Of Murcia
Spain09-2022
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Institute Of Management And Technology
Enugu State, Nigeria02.2010
Skills
- HSE Strategy Formation
- Communication Skills
- Waste management
- Multi-Cultural Environment
- Incident investigation
- Crisis management
- Confined space entry
- Hazard identification
- Occupational health
- Accident prevention
- Safety training
- Emergency response planning
- Workplace inspections
Websites
Accomplishments
- Charted Management Institute, UK
Certification
NVQ: International Diplomas in OHS (L5&6)
English
English
First Language
Affiliations
- NEBOSH IGC (1, 2 & 3), 00195068/613133, United Kingdom
- IOSH (MS), 180223, United Kingdom
- OSHA132 hrs., 119457, USA
- OSHA 30 hours in construction, 32-6019758500, USA
- ISO 45001:2018, BTO/C813/07:0519, United Kingdom
- ISO 14001: 2004, 9111441015, United Kingdom
- ISO 9001:2008, 9011431015, United Kingdom
- CertIOSH, 219502, United Kingdom
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Work Type
Contract WorkFull TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave4-day work weekTimeline
HSE Coordinator
Veolia Water
07.2023 - Current
HSE Manager
VMQ-JV
02.2020 - 03.2021
HSE Manager
QTCG-MIRRIKH-JV
12.2018 - 07.2023
HSSE Engineer
MIRRIKH-QTCG-JV
05.2016 - 11.2018
Project HSE Engineer
KBN Contracting WLL
01.2014 - 05.2016
EHS Engineer
Zenith Trading And Contracting Company
04.2013 - 12.2013
Safety Officer
SETRACO Nig. Ltd
01.2008 - 12.2012
Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) - Occupational health and Safety Leadership
CAMBRIDGE International Qualification
MBA - Business Administration
Catholic University Of Murcia
Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering
Institute Of Management And Technology
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