Nick Abalde
SUMMARY
Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of work experience,
specializing in Risks, Crisis, Business Continuity, Quality, Safety, Health, Environment, Compliance and Continuous Improvement Management. Establishing suitable processes, protocols, and most importantly Management Systems as well as conducting audits, investigations, and reviews to drive continual improvements and achieve set KPIs.
EXPERIENCES
Risk, Crisis & Business Continuity Manager
Sinyar Property Management,
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Managed FM: 6 Abu Dhabi airports.
Regional QHSE Manager
ThyssenKrupp Airport Solution,
Middle East and Asia Pacific
Manage projects:
o Dubai International Airport – Dubai, UAE
o Abu Dhabi International Airport – Abu Dhabi, UAE o Dammam International Airport – Saudi Arabia
o Jeddah Airport – Saudi Arabia
o EGA Turkey International Airport – Turkey
o Kuwait Presidential Airport
Assistant HSE Manager
Larsen and Toubro Limited,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Manage Dubai RTA projects & Dubai Airport project
HSE Officer
ThyssenKrupp Airport Systems,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Manage Dubai Airport projects
Safety Officer
Danway Electromechanically Engineering,
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Manage Dubal Aluminum & Emarat Farm
projects
Present
Apr. 2020
Jan. 2020
Feb. 2015
Feb. 2013
Jan. 2007
Jan. 2015
Jan. 2013
Feb. 2007
Feb. 2005
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science
Major in Mechanical Engineering
Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan, Philippines Pass – Philippines Board Examination
ISO 45001:2018 OHSMS Lead Auditor
ISO 9001:2008 QMS Internal Auditor
ISO 14001:2015 EMS Internal Auditor
ISO 14064-1:2006 Greenhouse Gas -
Completion
ISO 31000:2018 Enterprise Risk
Management - Completion
ISO 31000:2018 Risk Manager –
Completion
ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity
MS - Completion
OHSAS 18001:2007 OHSMS Lead
Auditor
Certified NEBOSH International
Class “A” AD OSHE MS Practitioner
Reportable Occurrence Notification &
Investigation
First Aid Training and Fire Warden
Training
CERTIFICATIONS
WORK EXPERIENCE
20 years
ACHIEVEMENTS
Acquire ISO IMS Certification
Zero Accident
Establish Suitable Risk
Management Processes
Establish Effective Business
Continuity Protocols
+971-**-***-**** ad2jny@r.postjobfree.com
Risk, Crisis & Business Continuity Manager– Facility Management Sinyar Property Management, Abu Dhabi 6 Airports
Task and Responsibilities:
Comprehend and align with Abu Dhabi Airport Company (ADAC) RMBC policies and objectives. Formulate comprehensive plans, processes, and protocols in adherence to ADAC policies to achieve objectives. Facilitate collaboration among subject matter experts (stakeholders) to systematically identify risks using established processes. Oversee the ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and execution of mitigation strategies aimed at reducing risks to an acceptable level across operational, HSE, business, and statutory domains within airport Aerodrome and Terminals, following ICAO, IATA, and GCAA guidelines. Construct a robust FM (Facilities Management) Business Continuity Plan encompassing vital components such as communication and escalation protocols, procedures for protection, repair, and restoration, along temporary recovery arrangements. Identify high-impact risks that could affect airport operations, while also organizing and leading drills to educate FM stakeholders.
Conduct audits to evaluate FM stakeholders' compliance with risk identification processes and readiness concerning business continuity protocols and available resources. Facilitate closed discussions with FM stakeholders, subject matter experts, and airport stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding.
Generate regular monthly/weekly reports, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and statistical analyses. Develop and conduct training sessions to enhance awareness and foster cooperation among relevant audiences. Provide comprehensive reports and updates to the Governance group, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational objectives.
Regional Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment (QHSE) Manager ThyssenKrupp Airport Solution, Middle East & Asia Pacific Task and Responsibilities:
Formulate and establish the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) policy and objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Develop a comprehensive QHSE plan and disseminate it to all project managers, ensuring understanding and adherence throughout project execution.
Provide guidance and coordination to QHSE officers assigned to various projects, fostering consistency and adherence to established standards.
Influence and impact project management across the Middle East and Asia Pacific regions by overseeing and contributing to diverse projects:
Dubai Airport (facilities management – operational, maintenance, service & repair contracts)
Abu Dhabi MTB project (installation, testing, and commissioning)
Dammam International Airport (facilities management – operational, maintenance, service, repair, installation, testing, and commissioning contracts)
Jeddah Airport (facilities management – operational, maintenance, service & repair contracts)
EGA Turkey International Airport (facilities management – operational, maintenance, service, repair, installation, testing, and commissioning contracts)
Kuwait Presidential Airport (facilities management – operational, maintenance, service, repair, installation, testing, and commissioning contracts)
Conduct audits across projects and recommend enhancements to elevate QHSE standards and practices. Actively participate in the preparation of tendering documentation, ensuring QHSE considerations are adequately addressed and integrated.
Assess and rank supplier QHSE performances, translating into prioritization criteria for supplier selection. Engage in client meetings to emphasize our commitment to QHSE principles and provide ongoing support and alignment with client requirements.
Report directly to the CEO, providing comprehensive updates on initiatives, performances, and strategies.
+971-**-***-**** ad2jny@r.postjobfree.com
Assistant HSE Manager
Larsen & Toubro Limited, Dubai International Airport Project & RTA Projects UAE Task and Responsibilities:
Establish a robust Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management System to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and organizational goals.
Develop and meticulously review site-specific Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) plans, Risk Assessments (RA), Safe Work Procedures (SWP), monitoring checklists/forms, and action notices, encompassing environmental procedures and monitoring protocols. Regularly monitor and review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring alignment with established benchmarks, and enforcing the implementation of the Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) plan, method statements (MS), risk assessments (RA), and safe work procedures (SWP). Conduct site compliance audits, issuing necessary action notices or Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and ensuring their timely resolution.
Conduct comprehensive audits of all relevant documentation and maintain proper registries to ensure compliance with established Management Systems (MS). Provide support for toolbox talk meetings, facilitating awareness sessions, and delivering training to ensure comprehensive understanding and adherence to HSE protocols. Audit the implementation of the PERMIT TO WORK system, particularly the lock-out/tag-out procedures in high-risk areas, and oversee their proper closure. Regularly update management on QHSE performance, and potential implications for the company, and propose necessary strategies for improvement.
Attend coordination meetings with associate constructors (ALEC, AL ABBAR, SIEMENS, AL NABOODAH, etc.), consultants (DAR), and clients (DUBAI CIVIL AVIATION ENGINEERING PROJECT) to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Monitor and audit the implementation of the waste management program, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
Ensure adequate and suitable training is provided to all personnel according to their respective responsibilities and roles.
Report progress, findings, and initiatives to the Country HSE Manager, maintaining clear communication channels and alignment with organizational directives.
+971-**-***-**** ad2jny@r.postjobfree.com