Manager Safety
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Edward Kinge Ewoh
NEBOSH,MIIRSM,MCIOB,CIWFM
Career Overview
A HSSE Manager with 11 years international commercial construction experience that spans all phases of construction from the pre-design to construction and project close out phase. A Chartered Construction Manager and Certified Facilities Manager, academically I hold a Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Public Administration, a Diploma in Construction Management, a NEBOSH International General Certificate, a Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health and a Diploma in Environmental Science; I have geographically worked across Qatar and Cameroon within the sectors of Construction and Real Estate. My project scope comprises Hospitality, Leisure, Retail, Utilities, Substations, Construction, Oil and Gas, Water and Pipelines. A strong leader with superior planning skills, I have experience in managing best practice in safety management by applying construction and environmental industry standards to ensure effectiveness of international project management principles. A natural communicator, my strength is my ability to problem solve across challenging construction environments, from a safety perspective. Key Skills:
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Public Administration, NVQ Diploma in Construction Management – Level 7 (Masters Equivalent), NEBOSH International General Certificate IGC1 to IGC 3, Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health and a Diploma in Environmental Science, EMS 14001:2015 Lead Auditor IRCA, ISO 45001;2018 Lead Auditor IRCA and ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor IRCA
Memberships: Member (MCIOB), Chartered Institute of Building, Certified Facilities Manager
(CIWFM), Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management formerly (BIFM), Member (MIIRSM), International Institute of Risk and Safety Management and Senior Construction Site Manager
(CSCS Black Card)
Geographical Experience: Qatar and Cameroon
Industry Experience: Construction and Real Estate
Projects: Hospitality, Leisure, Retail, Utilities, Substations, Construction, Oil and Gas, Water and Pipelines
Languages: English and French
Personal Details
Nationality: Cameroon
Civil Status: Married
Year of Birth: 1985
Location: Doha, Qatar
Drivers License: Qatar - Current
Linked In: linkedin.com/in/edward-kinge-dipnvq-nebosh-miirsm-mciob-ciwfm-0661a661 Email: ***********@*****.***
Mobile: +974-****-****
Skype ID: kingsdear1.
Career Summary
Havelock One – Doha, Qatar September 2016 - Present Health, Safety, Security & Environment Manager
MSF Engenharia – Doha, Qatar June 2016– September 2016 Lead HSE Officer (Contract)
Bluu Gulf – Doha, Qatar September 2013 – February 2016 HSE Manager
Al Mejally Contracting Company – Doha, Qatar July 2012 – September 2013 Lead Safety Supervisor
Sonara – Limbe, Cameroon March 2008 – May 2012
Health and Safety Officer
2 Page Resume for Edward Kinge Ewoh
Employment History
Havelock One – Doha, Qatar September 2016 - Present Health, Safety, Security & Environment Manager
www.havelockone.com
Havelock One was incorporated in 1998 and has become one of the most renowned fit-out contractors and manufacturers of high-quality joinery, metal works and shop-fittings in the Middle East. Havelock’s markets comprise the hospitality, Food & Beverage, retail, commercial, government, entertainment and residential projects. The firm’s key client is Al Shaya which is the holding group for more than 90 brands. Projects:
Mall of Qatar: retail fit outs for Starbucks, American Eagle Shake Shack and Bridge Water Chocolate valued at QR20 Million.
Al Mirqab Mall: retail fit outs for high end brands value at QR20 Million.
Doha Festival City. Retail fit outs for 400 Gradi, LPQ, Starbucks, Collection of Style, Muji, Victoria’s Secret, Bridge Water Chocolate, American Eagle, Abercrombie and Fitch, Bath and Body, Ziddy Kids and Sergent valued up to QR25 Million.
Msheireb Downtown Doha: fit out works for Percentage Arabica Coffee from core to shell. Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Division Director, Fit-out (Group Projects) – MENA and managed 8 Safety Officers, responsible to establish an HSSE Strategy and audit and monitor safety standards and behaviours through observations and inspections.
Establish HSSE practices and procedures ensuring compliance to legislation and regulations.
Conduct Risk Assessments to establish root cause(s) of incidents preventing reoccurrence and ensuring corrective actions are adequate and implemented, according to company procedures.
Delivery of safety inductions for new employees and oversee pre-start safety and tool box meetings.
Develop and ensure safety competency of all staff to identify and control hazards and risks onsite.
Engage, influence and persuade staff to deliver an integrated and pragmatic approach to safety.
Behavioural based coaching for safety culture to ensure alignment to safe work practices.
Lead project safety meetings with clients and suppliers periodically.
Prepare safety statistics and recommendations for management including inspection findings, incident records, near misses and accidents and production of statistical data for reports.
Conduct safety audits to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and project documentation.
Implement permit to Work System and LOLER and COSHH regulations. MSF Engenharia – Doha, Qatar June 2016 – September 2016 Lead HSE Officer (Short Term Contract)
www.msf.pt
MSF Engenharia is a civil construction and public works contracting firm from Portugal whose specialty spans dams, tunnels, irrigation networks, canals, maritime, roads, highways, bridges, viaducts, railways, airports, industrial construction and construction and rehabilitation of buildings. Project:
Ashghal Package 01: redesign and upgrade of existing road network and infrastructure (110 kms) for QS001-P01-Roads and Infrastructure in Doha Industrial Area. Qatar. USD8 Million. Responsibilities:
Reported to the HSSE Managerand managed 4 Safety Officers, responsible to monitor all projects to ensure safety compliance to construction standards and to build and apply awareness of health and safety standards across the firm including safety inspection reports.
Monthly Inspection Program of site and firefighting equipment to ensure safety compliance.
Enhance safety awareness across the firm through safety signs, traffic control signs and safety promotional posters to ensure staff adopt and maintain safe work practices.
Review of Lift Plans and Permits prior to execution of works and verify that all lifting equipment operators are trained, competent and certified.
Maintain records of PTW’s for auditing purposes.
Assist Site Management in Job Safety Environment Analysis and Risk Assessment for site safety practices on site and conduct Toolbox Meetings periodically.
Database management of safety inspections conducted including follow up and corrective actions. 3 Page Resume for Edward Kinge Ewoh
Bluu Gulf – Doha, Qatar September 2013 – February 2016 HSE Manager
www.bluu.net
Bluu Gulf is a Qatari owned company with offices in Qatar, London, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi specializing in interior design and interior fit out across residential, commercial, retail and hospitality market sectors. Projects:
Porto Arabia Towers: Highrise Mixed Use Towers for 10B and 13A comprising about 200 furnished apartments and commercial office spaces.
Ooredoo HQ1 and Data Centre: HQ1 Phase 1 and 2 comprising design, installation and commissioning of 7 floors of office space valued at USD5.5 Million in Qatar.
Burj Doha-Servcorp: 2 floors of office space valued at USD1.4 Million
Al Jasra Towers in Lusail: design, fit out and installation of a 32-storey high rise office tower for the Ministry of Economy and Commerce valued at USD41 Million.
Maserati Showroom in the Pearl, Qatar: fit out works valued at USD1.9 Million.
Hamad International Airport: the demolition and refurbishment of retail outlets for Qatar Duty Free including kiosks and retails stalls for Tiffany, Tumi, Samsonite, Boulevard, Penhaligon’s, Excess Baggage, American Tourister and Infinity Watches.
Responsibilities:
Reported to the Operations Director and managed 10 Safety Officers, responsible to direct and coordinate the strategic planning, organization and execution of the Corporate HSE Management Strategy to ensure zero accident targets and incident rates including resource allocation, client relations, risk mitigation strategies, site audits, regulatory compliance, incident investigations, external committee involvement, forecasting and subcontractor pre-qualifications and training.
Recruit, lead, schedule and allocate safety resources across projects including performance management and execution of safety programs comprising risk and hazard assessments, specific site safety plans, logistics plan, training and ERP.
Management of training, employee inductions, certifications, audits, inspections, environmental assessments and risk mitigation strategies for all staff across construction sites.
Client liaison on HSE issues including pre-qualification, site safety plans, non-conformance items, incident investigations, pre-job meetings, close-out meetings and non-prime contractor concerns
Management of OH&S and HSE Inspectors in relation to non-conformance items, deficiency corrections, performance issues, case studies and new initiatives.
Source and negotiate contracts and secure third-party services for training, HSE signage, advanced first aid and OIS (Occupational Injury Services) Clinics.
Pre-qualify construction contractors, issue documentation and allocate risk ratings based on HSE metrics and statistics.
Lead and deliver training programs on Safety Documentation, Fall Awareness, Flagging, HSE MS, Incident Management and Substance Abuse.
Oversight and control of safety procedures, policies, plans and programs pertaining to PPE, JHA, ERP, Confined Space, and Fall Arrest.
Create, customize, develop, implement, track and update HSE MS at office and field sites.
Track safety performance and ensure site activities, environmental monitoring and inspections comply fully with OH&S as well as company safety standards and guidelines.
Management of Investigations, Audits and Permits including HSE audits and inspections, permit compliance, root cause and tap root investigations and recommendations and reporting.
Co-chair monthly Road to Zero meetings with management including the review of HSE management systems, lead / lag Indicators, risk mitigation strategies, HSE management systems, solutions management and claims.
Chair monthly meetings with all members of the HSE Team to review site issues, upcoming HSE initiatives, training programs and areas of risk.
Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual safety reports to all vested stakeholders.
Reduced TRIF Incident Rates from 30% to 7%: Launched tailgate and toolbox meetings and introduced hazard/group risk assessments, improved inspections and achieved buy-in from Operations for the HSE MS.
Reduced LTIs from 15 to 3 incidents annually by raising safety standards by multiple new initiatives.
Worked with Senior HSE Executives to design and implement a new HSE Management System; based on QCS and international standards, which led to continuous safety improvements. 4 Page Resume for Edward Kinge Ewoh
Al Mejally Contracting Company – Doha, Qatar July 2012 – September 2013 Lead Safety Supervisor
Al Mejally Contracting Company is a civil and MEP construction firm for interior fit out projects. Project:
Qatar Foundation Offices: comprised the fit out of office space and valued at USD5.5 Million. Responsibilities:
Reported to the HSE Manager and managed 7 staff, responsible to develop and implement practical preventative and remedial methods to promote health and safety standards and practices.
Record and remedy deficiencies or breaches identified during safety inspections to ensure safe work practices and accurate records are maintained for compliance assessment and analysis.
Carry out site inspections and produce observation reports to record and advice on findings.
Maintain and recommend procedures and guidelines to ensure safe Permit to Work practices are enforced and pull work permits from Incident Command Post.
Conduct safety briefings per shift and inform crews of daily safety tasks and ensure compliance.
Maintain an adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for the work force.
Conduct regular safety audits to ensure compliance with company policies and current legislation. Compilation of data and detailed reports on environmental sampling findings.
Take real time air readings through use of Gas detectors before any confined space works. Sonara – Limbe, Cameroon March 2008 – May 2012
Health and Safety Officer
www.sonara.cm
Sonara is the National Refining Company for Cameroon that extracts crude oil and is a public company for oil refining and was founded in 1979 HQ in Limbe in the South Western Region of Cameroon. Responsibilities:
Reported to the Senior HSSE Manager, managed 4 staff and responsible to develop, plan, implement and monitor HSEQ management systems to ensure crew safety including safety committee meeting management, HSEQ records and risk assessment and mitigation.
Provide inhouse HSEQ training, guidance, technical support and supervision for the crew.
Conduct accident investigations on sites and prepare subsequent reports and recommendations.
Manage records for inspections, accidents and incidents and produce statistics for management.
Advisory on noise, hazardous substances, manual handling, occupational diseases and first aid.
Ensure safe installation of equipment and manage disposal of hazardous substances. Professional Data
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Public Admin, 2008, University of Buea, Cameroon
NVQ Diploma in Construction Mgmt – L7 (Masters equiv), 2018, University of Wolverhampton, UK
NEBOSH International General Certificate IGC1 to IGC 3, 2013, International Health & Safety, International Workplace Hazards and International Health & Safety Practical Application, UK
Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health, 2015, Alison Online Learning, UK
Diploma in Environmental Science, 2015, Alison Online Learning, UK
EMS 14001:2015 Lead Auditor IRCA
ISO 45001;2018 Lead Auditor IRCA and ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor IRCA
NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health and Safety,City and Guild UK (current in progress) Professional Memberships
Member (MCIOB), Chartered Institute of Building, UK – Membership # 2025607
Certified Facilities Manager (CIWFM), 2019, Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management, UK – Membership #0106991
Member (MIIRSM), International Institute of Risk and Safety Management, UK Professional Development
Kahramaa Certified Safety Superintendent, Basic Fire Fighting/Warden, Basic Life Support (BLS and Scaffold Inspector Certificate
Languages
English and French (fluent)
Referees
Available upon request.
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