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Vaseem Akbar

Vaseem Akbar

Mary

Summary

With a proven track record at Petrofac International, I excel in leading HSES system implementations and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. My expertise spans risk management, audit compliance, and incident investigations, complemented by strong team leadership and effective communication skills. Achievements include driving continuous HSES improvements and mentoring teams for optimal performance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

HSEQA

Petrofac International
Mary
06.2024 - Current
  • Implement HSES Systems: Lead the implementation of the Petrofac HSES Management System, ensuring alignment with Company, Client, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive HSES Culture: Foster a common, risk-based HSES culture across the organization.
  • Develop HSES Plans: Create and execute HSES plans, procedures, and instructions as per contract requirements and in compliance with corporate and legislative standards.
  • Risk Assessment Facilitation: Conduct and facilitate risk assessments, maintaining up-to-date risk registries.
  • Activity Planning: Develop comprehensive HSES activity plans, including scheduling inspections, audits, and emergency response drills.
  • Monitor Implementation: Evaluate the effectiveness of the Project HSES Management Plan and support its implementation.
  • Conduct Audits: Organize and perform internal and external HSES audits, ensuring compliance.
  • Vendor Management: Oversee subcontractor/vendor HSES pre-qualification, bid evaluation, and performance management.
  • Hazard Control: Collaborate with PMT and subcontractors to develop hazard control strategies and interventions.
  • Documentation Review: Review and analyze client HSES documentation, performing gap analysis and updating project procedures as necessary.
  • KPI Management: Establish, manage, and monitor HSES KPIs, identifying trends and creating action plans for continuous improvement.
  • Safety Program Participation: Actively engage in safety programs and other initiatives.
  • Meeting Leadership: Lead and participate in HSES meetings, ensuring follow-up and closeout of HSES actions.
  • Resource Allocation: Ensure adequate assignment of HSES resources.
  • Professional Development: Complete personal development programs and mentor others in their professional growth.
  • Incident Investigation: Lead and assist in incident investigations, preparing comprehensive reports.
  • Client Interface: Engage with clients on HSES matters as needed.
  • Incident Reporting: Promptly report all injuries, near misses, and property/environmental incidents.
  • HSES Information Production: Contribute to the creation of HSES training, education, and awareness materials.
  • Emergency Procedures Development: Assist in the development and maintenance of emergency procedures.
  • Compliance and Standards: Uphold high standards of safe working practices, quality, and productivity, ensuring adherence to the code of business conduct.
  • Project Coordination: Coordinate all HSES activities for the project.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

QHSE Specialist (QER/QE/QELNG Approved)

NESREA
Doha
10.2017 - 05.2024
  • Maintain HSES Understanding: Ensure comprehensive knowledge of all current HSES policies and procedures.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Interpret regulatory requirements and monitor compliance.
  • Manning Levels: Ensure appropriate manning levels for HSES activities are maintained.
  • Identify Training Needs: Determine HSES training needs and ensure training is effectively conducted.
  • Procedure Implementation: Develop and implement local and project-specific HSES procedures.
  • Performance Monitoring: Ensure HSES functional personnel and subcontractors are performing as required, conducting evaluations as necessary.
  • Risk Reviews: Facilitate HAZID and other risk reviews.
  • Audit Planning: Prepare HSES audit plans and conduct audits.
  • Activity Planning: Develop and maintain HSES activity plans.
  • Performance Reporting: Prepare HSES performance reports and submit them to the HSES Functional Lead.
  • Annual Targets: Set and maintain HSES annual targets and improvement plans.
  • Objective Oversight: Develop and oversee plans to meet HSES objectives, targets, and goals.
  • Incident Investigation: Lead or participate as a subject matter expert (SME) in incident investigations and reporting.
  • Look-Ahead Planning: Provide HSES input into look-ahead plans and reports.
  • Management of Change: Contribute to Management of Change and Lessons Learned processes.
  • Subcontractor Approval: Review and approve subcontractors and vendors for equipment and services.
  • Forum Participation: Attend and provide input to forums such as kick-off meetings, constructability reviews, readiness reviews, etc.Maintain HSES Understanding: Ensure a comprehensive knowledge of all current HSES policies and procedures.
  • Commissioning Protocols: Maintain and vet commissioning protocols as per systematic process flows.
  • Documentation Verification: Verify documentation for pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures.
  • LOTO Systems: Possess a strong understanding of Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) systems and procedural/design requirements.
  • SIMOPS & PTW Coordination: Exhibit strong understanding of Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) and Permit to Work (PTW) coordination.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Interpret regulatory requirements and monitor compliance.
  • Manning Levels: Ensure appropriate manning levels for HSES activities are maintained.
  • Site HSES Leadership: Provide direction and leadership to the Site HSES Team.
  • Point of Contact: Serve as the primary contact for HSES matters during the Onshore Pipelines and Cables scope of work.
  • Training Needs Identification: Identify HSES training needs and ensure effective training is conducted.
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance through KPIs.
  • Incident Investigations: Conduct accident and incident investigations to determine root causes.
  • Risk Management: Assist with or facilitate all risk management activities as needed.
  • Audit Activities: Assist with or facilitate all audits and audit activities as needed.
  • Annual Plans: Maintain annual HSES activity plans.
  • Action Tracking: Maintain the Contractor Action Tracking Register (CATR).
  • Continuous Improvement: Ensure efforts for continual improvement of HSES are maintained.
  • Mentoring: Mentor all HSES staff and subcontractor HSES teams.
  • BBSM and IIF Programs: Drive the Behavioral Based Safety Management (BBSM) and Incident and Injury Free (IIF) processes/programs.
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work as a team member and act as a team leader.
  • Technical Activities: Have extensive experience with technical activities, including onshore and offshore operations.
  • Communication Skills: Exhibit strong communication and presentation skills, both written and spoken.
  • Computer Literacy: Proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project.
  • HSE Laws and Norms: Be conversant with local and international HSE laws, regulations, and norms.
  • Plant and Vendor Inspections: Experienced in plant and vendor inspections of mechanical equipment required in oil and gas installations.
  • Subcontractor Guidance: Provide guidance to subcontractor teams.
  • Meeting Facilitation: Facilitate weekly HSES meetings and issue Minutes of Meetings (MoM).
  • HSES Campaigns: Implement HSES campaigns such as "Beat the Heat."
  • Reporting: Consolidate and issue weekly and monthly HSES reports.
  • Additional Duties: Perform other duties related to the HSES function as directed
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing among team members through regularly scheduled meetings focused on lessons learned from recent incidents or audits findings.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents or near-misses, identifying root causes and recommending appropriate corrective measures to prevent recurrence.
  • Supported the development of a strong safety culture within the organization by promoting open communication channels for reporting concerns or incidents without fear of reprisal.
  • Improved QHSE compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate QHSE best practices into daily operations.
  • Increased efficiency of safety inspections by developing standardized checklists and protocols.
  • Streamlined processes for incident reporting, analysis, and follow-up, leading to faster resolution times.
  • Enhanced company reputation through strict adherence to industry regulations and guidelines.
  • Achieved better risk management by performing thorough risk assessments and addressing identified issues proactively.
  • Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with applicable regulations, reducing environmental impact from operations.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by analyzing data trends and suggesting areas for improvement related to QHSE performance metrics.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to QHSE, providing valuable expertise to the organization.
  • Assisted in the preparation and submission of regulatory reports and documents, ensuring timely compliance with all requirements.
  • Boosted employee engagement in safety initiatives by organizing workshops and awareness campaigns.
  • Developed comprehensive QHSE training programs for employees, resulting in a safer work environment.

Education

MBA - Project Mangement

William Carey University, Shillong
Shillong
01.2020 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Police Administration

Annamalai University
Chennai, India
05.2014 - 05.2018

Professional Diploma in Fire And Safety Engineer -

KELTRON ( Gover of Kerala Undertaken )
Trivandrum, India
01.2014 - 06.2015

Skills

Friendly, positive attitude

Certification

ISO 45001-2018 OHSM

Timeline

NEBOSH IDP

03-2025

ISO 9001:2018 QMS

07-2024

HSEQA

Petrofac International
06.2024 - Current

API Spec Q2 Awareness Training

01-2024

ISO 14001:2015

12-2023

ISO 45001-2018 OHSM

07-2021

NEBOSH IGC

06-2021

MBA - Project Mangement

William Carey University, Shillong
01.2020 - 12.2022

QHSE Specialist (QER/QE/QELNG Approved)

NESREA
10.2017 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Police Administration

Annamalai University
05.2014 - 05.2018

Professional Diploma in Fire And Safety Engineer -

KELTRON ( Gover of Kerala Undertaken )
01.2014 - 06.2015
Vaseem Akbar